SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicle
primarily
in one of the more demanding
conditions listed below, you need to have some items maintained more
frequently. If you only
occasionally
operate your vehicle under these
conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For
specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or
technician.
Towing a Trailer or Car-top Carrier
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints, if equipped with
grease fittings.
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)
Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires*, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
months
Change engine oil and filter.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints, if equipped with
grease fittings.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)
Change automatic transmission fluid on 4–speed
transmission.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
*
Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances as in
Heavy Commercial Use (i.e., Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or
Livery)
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)
Inspect brake system.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if
equipped with grease fittings.
Rotate tires*, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
months
Change engine oil and filter.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints, if equipped with
grease fittings.
Scheduled Maintenance
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2013 Econoline
(eco)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, November 2012
USA
(fus)
