Special Operating Conditions; Towing A Trailer Or Using A Camper Or Car-Top Carrier - Ford 2011 Ranger Owner's Manual

Scheduled Maintenance Guide

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS

If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the
more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below, you will
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 Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service
advisor or technician.

Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier

Inspect frequently, service as
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) – Change automatic transmission fluid (not required on
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) – Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
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– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
required.
– See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
depth.
– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
6 months
– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
6R80 or TorqShift transmissions).
– Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals on
2WD vehicles (if non-sealed bearings are used).
– Change manual transmission fluid.