Special Operating Conditions; Towing A Trailer Or Using A Camper Or Car-Top Carrier - Ford Super Duty Owner's Manual

Scheduled Maintenance
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS – 6.2L AND 6.8L ENGINES ONLY
Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the 6.7L diesel engine, see the
diesel supplement for special operating condition maintenance.
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 Using a Camper or Car-top Carrier

Inspect frequently, Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
service as required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Every 5000 miles Inspect the wheels and related components for
(8000 km) abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires
tread depth.
Every 5000 miles Change engine oil and filter.
(8000 km) or six
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
months
Every 30000 miles Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
(48000 km) seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
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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)
Inspect frequently, Replace engine air filter.
service as required
Every 5000 miles Inspect brake system.
(8000 km)
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
tread depth.
2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, December 2012
USA (fus)
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, inspect tires for wear and measure
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, inspect tires for wear and measure
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