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Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
WARNING:
Prolonged and repeated skin contact with mineral oil will result in the removal of natural fats from the skin, leading to dryness, irritation and dermatitis. In addition, used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants, which may cause skin cancer. If skin contact occurs, wash the area thoroughly with soap or skin cleanser and water immediately.
WARNING:
Do not dispose of engine oils or oil filters in the household refuse or the public sewage system. Use an authorized waste disposal facility.
WARNING:
Do not remove the oil pan drain plug when the engine is running.
WARNING:
Do not remove the oil filter when the engine is running. |
- Remove the oil pan drain plug and wait for the oil to drain into a suitable container.
- Renew the oil filter.
- Reinstall the oil pan drain plug.
- Refill the engine with new oil that meets Ford specifications. See Capacities and Specifications.
Note:
Do not add oil further than the maximum mark. Oil levels above the maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note:
Soak up any spillage with an absorbent cloth immediately.
- Reset the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor. See Oil Change Indicator Reset - Gasoline.
Engine Lubrication for Severe Service Operation
The following conditions define severe service operation. The Intelligent Oil Life Monitor will determine engine oil and oil filter change intervals.- Frequent or extended idling.
- Frequent low-speed operation at 25 mph (40 km/h) or less.
- Frequent severe dust condition operation.
- Frequent off-road operation.
- Sustained ambient temperatures of -9 °F (-23 °C) or below.
- Sustained ambient temperatures of 100 °F (38 °C) or above.
- Sustained towing operation above 1,000 mi (1,600 km).
- Sustained high-speed driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum loaded weight for vehicle operation).
- Sustained use of diesel fuel other than ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD).