SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS - 6.2L ENGINE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding
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 dealership service advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions
Every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km)
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
Every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) or
6 months
Change engine oil and filter
Inspect and lubricate U-joints
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)
Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)
Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as
in heavy commercial use (i.e. delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Every 5,000 miles
(8,000 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 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) or
6 months
Change engine oil and filter
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)
Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)
Replace spark plugs
Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter
Scheduled Maintenance
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2012 F-150 (f12)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA (fus)
