Description and Operation: Maintenance Schedule - Gasoline Engines

100-03-1 Maintenance Schedule 100-03-1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

Maintenance Schedule — Gasoline Special Operating Condition
Engines Requirements
When towing a trailer or using a camper or
The maintenance schedule is designed to protect
car-top carrier:
against major repairs resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance and to prolong the life of • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter
the vehicle. every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months.
General Maintenance Information • Inspect and rotate tires every 4,800 km (3,000
miles).
NOTE: This is a generic maintenance schedule for
all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. There may • Change automatic transmission fluid (not required
be items listed that do not apply to all vehicles. on 6R60 transmission), lubricate rear wheel drive
(RWD) front wheel bearings, install new grease
The Normal Schedule applies to operation of the seals and adjust bearings every 48,000 km (30,000
vehicle under typical, everyday driving conditions. miles). If equipped, change the in-line service
The maintenance frequency in this schedule typifies installed transmission fluid filter.
what the vast majority of vehicles will require. The
listed services should be carried out at specified • Change transfer case fluid every 96,000 km
mileage intervals. There are, however, additional (60,000 miles).
services required that only the noted vehicles • Change manual transmission fluid as required.
require. • Inspect and lubricate U-joints and halfshafts as
If the vehicle is operated in one or more of the required.
following special operating conditions, those During extensive idling and/or low speed driving
additional services will be required. The special for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
operating conditions are: such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery:
• towing or carrying heavy loads. • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter
• extensive idling and/or driving at low speeds for every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months or 200
long distances. hours of engine operation.
• driving in dusty conditions. • Inspect and rotate tires every 4,800 km (3,000
• off-road operation. miles).
• use of E85 fuel 50% of the time or greater (flex • Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage
fuel vehicles only). ball joints with zerk fittings (if equipped) every
4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months.
There are also exceptions to the Normal Operating
Schedule which will require more frequent • Inspect brake system and check battery electrolyte
maintenance for some components. Those level every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).
exceptions are: • Install a new fuel filter every 24,000 km (15,000
miles) (not required for Fusion and Milan).
• standard vehicle axle — maintenance and
lubrication. • Change automatic transmission fluid (not required
on 6R60 transmission), lubricate RWD front
• police and taxi vehicles — maintenance and
wheel bearings, install new grease seals and adjust
lubrication.
bearings every 48,000 km (30,000 miles). If
• engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold coolant equipped, change the in-line service installed
— time-based and mileage-based intervals. transmission fluid filter.
• change brake fluid every 2 years (Class A • Install new spark plugs and change transfer case
Motorhome). fluid every 96,000 km (60,000 miles).
• Install a new cabin air filter as required (if
equipped).
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Last updated: 6/19/2006 2007 Mustang, Mustang GT 8/2006
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)
When operating in dusty conditions such as Checks and Services
unpaved or dusty roads: Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter should be carried out at specified intervals. Any
every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months. recognized adverse condition should be corrected as
soon as possible.
• Install a new fuel filter every 24,000 km (15,000
miles) (not required for Fusion and Milan). Multi-Point Inspection
• Change automatic transmission fluid (not required The following inspections are recommended at
on 6R60 transmission), check air filter restriction every service interval:
gauge and install a new filter as required (Focus
engine only) every 48,000 km (30,000 miles). If • Check and top off brake, coolant, manual and
equipped, change the in-line service installed automatic transmission (if equipped with a
transmission fluid filter. underhood fluid level indicator), power steering
and window washer fluids.
• Change rear axle lubricant every 80,000 km
(50,000 miles) (E-450 and F-450/550 only). • Inspect tires for wear and correct air pressure,
including spare tire.
• Change transfer case fluid every 96,000 km
(60,000 miles). • Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose
parts and foreign material.
• Install a new engine air filter as required.
• Check battery performance.
• Install a new cabin air filter as required (if
equipped). • Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn
signals and hazard warning lights.
When operating in off-road conditions:
• Check radiator, coolers, heater and air
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter conditioning hoses.
every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months. • Inspect windshield wiper spray and wiper
• Inspect and rotate tires every 4,800 km (3,000 operation.
miles). • Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
• Change automatic transmission fluid every 48,000 • Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
km (30,000 miles). If equipped, change the in-line
service-installed transmission fluid filter. • Inspect air cleaner filter.
• Change rear axle lubricant every 80,000 km • Inspect halfshaft dust boots (if equipped).
(50,000 miles) (E-450 and F-450/550 only). • Check shocks, struts and other suspension
• Change transfer case fluid every 96,000 km components for leaks and damage.
(60,000 miles). • Inspect steering and linkage.
• Install a new cabin air filter as required (if • Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
equipped). • Inspect clutch operation (if equipped).
• Inspect and lubricate U-joints and halfshafts.
In-Line, Service-Installed Transmission
• Inspect and lubricate steering linkage ball joints Fluid Filter
with zerk fittings.
Some vehicles may be equipped with an in-line,
Use of E85 fuel 50% of the time or greater (flex service-installed transmission fluid filter. This filter
fuel vehicles only): is installed in the transmission fluid cooler return
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter line. If equipped, install a new in-line filter during
every 4,800 km (3,000 miles), 3 months or 200 transmission fluid change intervals.
hours of engine operation (whichever occurs first).
Maximum Oil Change Interval (Normal
• Fill the fuel tank with regular gasoline (non E85) Schedule)
once every 3,000 miles.
• 8,000 km (5,000 miles) or 6 months (whichever
occurs first).
2007 Mustang, Mustang GT 8/2006

Maximum Oil Change Interval (Special Normal Schedule
Operating Conditions) NOTE: Rotate tires and inspect for wear at 5,000
• 4,800 km (3,000 miles), 3 months or 200 hours of miles, 15,000 miles and every 15,000 miles is
engine operation (whichever occurs first). required thereafter. At other 5,000-mile intervals,
rotation is recommended for optimal life.
Monthly Checks
The following check procedures should be carried
Check each of the following items every month: out for all cars, minivans, light trucks, sport utilities,
• All interior and exterior lights for correct vans, four wheel drive (4WD) and natural gas
operation. vehicles.
• Tires for wear and correct air pressure, including • Retighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque at
spare tire. 800 km (500 miles) after any wheel disturbance
(tire rotation, changing a flat tire or wheel
• Engine oil fluid level.
removal).
• Windshield washer solvent fluid level.
• On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels,
Six Month Checks retighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque at
160 km (100 miles) and again at 800 km (500
Check each of the following items at least every 6
miles) of new vehicle operation or after any wheel
months:
disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire or
• Lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and wheel removal).
function. • Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
• External mounted spare tire is stowed correctly
(tight to body). 8,000 Km (5,000 Miles)
• Power steering fluid level. • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Washer spray, wiper operation and clean all wiper • Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
blades (install new wiper blades as necessary). • Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
• Parking brake for correct operation.
16,000 Km (10,000 Miles)
• Lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps
and outside locks. • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks (if • Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for
equipped). optimal tire life.
• Clean sliding door contact switches (if equipped). • Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
• Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. 24,000 Km (15,000 Miles)
• Clean body and door drain holes.
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
belt) for correct operation.
equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
• Coolant system fluid level and correct strength.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
• Battery connections. Clean if necessary. lines, hoses and parking brake system (adjust
• Clutch fluid level, if equipped. parking brake if required).
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension
and if equipped, halfshafts, driveshaft and
U-joints.
• Lubricate steering linkage, suspension and ball
joints (if equipped with zerk fittings).

• Lubricate halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints. • Install new climate controlled seat cushion filters
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear. (if equipped) (Navigator, Freestar, Monterey and
Expedition).
• Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
• Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft joints (if equipped with zerk fittings).
U-joints (F-250/350/450/550).
• Lubricate the 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if
• Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended). equipped) (F-250/350/450/550).
32,000 Km (20,000 Miles) • Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter. 56,000 Km (35,000 Miles)
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
optimal tire life.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for
• Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended). optimal tire life.
optimal tire life.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear. • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake • Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
lines, hoses and parking brake system (adjust
parking brake if required). • Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. lines, hoses and parking brake system (adjust
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. parking brake if required).
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and ball joints • Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
and, if equipped, halfshafts, driveshaft and • Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
U-joints.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and ball
• Install a new engine air filter (not required for joints.
Focus).
• Inspect halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints (if
• Install a new fuel filter (not required for Fusion equipped).
and Milan).
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on joints (if equipped with zerk fittings).
all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift
transmission. Install a new remote filter if • Lubricate the 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if
equipped with a TorqShift transmission. Inspect equipped) (F-250/350/450/550).
automatic transmission fluid level using the fluid • Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
level on all other vehicles (if equipped with an
underhood fluid level indicator). Change the
in-line service-installed transmission fluid filter (if
equipped).

80,000 Km (50,000 Miles) • Lubricate steering linkage, suspension and ball
• Lubricate rear wheel drive (RWD) front wheel
bearings, install new grease seals and adjust
optimal tire life.
bearings (if equipped with serviceable bearings).
• Change rear axle fluid (Class A Motorhome).
• Lubricate the four wheel drive (4WD) front axle
• Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended). shaft U-joints (if equipped) (F-250/350/450/550).
optimal tire life.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear. • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake • Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for
lines, hoses and parking brake system (adjust optimal tire life.
parking brake if required).
• Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. 120,000 Km (75,000 Miles)
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and ball • Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
joints. • Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
• Inspect halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
equipped). • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
• Install a new engine air filter (not required for lines, hoses and parking brake system (adjust
Focus). parking brake if required).
• Install a new fuel filter (not required for Fusion • Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
and Milan). • Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped). • Inspect steering linkage, suspension and ball
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on joints.
all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift or 4F27E • Inspect halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints (if
transmissions. Install a new remote filter if equipped).
equipped with a TorqShift transmission. Inspect • Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
automatic transmission fluid level on all other
vehicles (if equipped with an underhood fluid • Check air filter restriction gauge, install a new
level indicator). Change the in-line filter as necessary (Focus only).
service-installed transmission fluid filter (if • Lubricate steering linkage, suspension and ball
equipped). joints (if equipped zerk fittings).
• Change automatic transmission fluid on all • Lubricate the 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if
vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and equipped) (F-250/350/450/550).
install a new high-pressure case filter and O-rings. • Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
• Install new climate controlled seat cushion filters
(if equipped) (Navigator, Freestar, Monterey and
Expedition).
128,000 Km (80,000 Miles) • Lubricate the 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if
equipped) (F-250/350/450/550).
optimal tire life. 152,000 Km (95,000 Miles)
136,000 Km (85,000 Miles) • Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for
optimal tire life.
optimal tire life. 160,000 Km (100,000 Miles)
144,000 Km (90,000 Miles) • Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter. • Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear. • Install new spark plugs.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake • Change rear axle fluid (F-450/550, E-450 and
lines, hoses and parking brake system. Class A Motorhome).
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. • Change Premium Gold coolant or change at 6
years, whichever comes first.
• Install a new external PCV on all cars and light
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
trucks under 6,000 lb Gross Vehicle Weight
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and ball (GVW) (except 3V engines).
joints.
• Change manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
• Inspect halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints (if (except Escape).
equipped).
• Install a new engine air filter (not required for
Focus). 168,000 Km (105,000 Miles)
• Install a new fuel filter (not required for Fusion • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
and Milan).
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
all vehicles equipped with TorqShift
transmissions. Install a new remote filter element
lines, hoses and parking brake system (adjust
on vehicles equipped with the TorqShift
parking brake if required).
transmission. Inspect automatic transmission fluid
level on all other vehicles (if equipped with an • Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
underhood fluid level indicator). If equipped, • Inspect engine coolant system and hoses.
change the in-line service-installed transmission • Inspect steering linkage, suspension and ball
fluid filter. joints.
• Install new climate controlled seat cushion filters • Inspect halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints (if
(if equipped) (Navigator, Freestar, Monterey and equipped).
Expedition).
joints (if equipped with zerk fittings). • Lubricate steering linkage, suspension and ball

• Lubricate the 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if • Change automatic transmission fluid on all
equipped) (F-250/350/450/550). vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission and
• Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended). install a new high-pressure case filter and O-rings.
176,000 Km (110,000 Miles) (if equipped) (Navigator, Freestar, Monterey and
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter. Expedition).
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for • Lubricate RWD front wheel bearings, install new
optimal tire life. grease seals and adjust bearings (if equipped with
serviceable bearings).
184,000 Km (115,000 Miles) joints (if equipped with zerk fittings).
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter. • Lubricate the 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if
equipped) (F-250/350/450/550).
optimal tire life. • Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
• Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended). 200,000 Km (125,000 Miles)
192,000 Km (120,000 Miles) • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter. • Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for
optimal tire life.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
lines, hoses and parking brake system. 208,000 Km (130,000 Miles)
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. optimal tire life.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and ball • Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
joints.
216,000 Km (135,000 Miles)
• Inspect halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints (if
equipped). • Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Install a new engine air filter (not required for • Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
Focus). • Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
• Install a new fuel filter (not required for Fusion equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
and Milan). • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
• Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped). lines, hoses and parking brake system (adjust
• Install a new external PCV valve on all cars and parking brake if required).
light trucks over 6,000 lb GVW (except 3V • Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
engines). • Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on • Inspect steering linkage, suspension and ball
all vehicles equipped with TorqShift or 4F27E joints.
transmissions. Install a new remote filter element
on the vehicles equipped with the TorqShift • Inspect halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints (if
transmission. Inspect automatic transmission fluid equipped).
level on all other vehicles (if equipped with an • Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
underhood fluid level indicator). If equipped, • Lubricate steering linkage, suspension and ball
change the in-line service-installed transmission joints (if equipped with zerk fittings).
fluid filter.

• Lubricate the 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if • Change rear axle fluid (Class A Motorhome).
equipped) (F-250/350/450/550). • Install a new accessory drive belt(s) (if a new belt
• Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended). has not been installed within the last 100,000
miles).
224,000 Km (140,000 Miles)
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter. (if equipped) (Navigator, Freestar, Monterey and
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for Expedition).
optimal tire life. • Install a new climate controlled seat back filter
• Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended). (MKZ only).
• Inspect PVC for flow (3V engines).
232,000 Km (145,000 Miles)
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter. joints (if equipped with zerk fittings).
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for • Install new non-sealed RWD front wheel bearings
optimal tire life. and seals (if new bearings and seals have not
• Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended). been installed in the last 100,000 miles).
• Lubricate the 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if
240,000 Km (150,000 Miles)
equipped) (F-250/350/450/550).
• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter. • Change front axle lubricant (4WD only).
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear. • Change transfer case fluid (4WD only).
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake • Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on
lines, hoses and parking brake system. all vehicles equipped with a 4F50N, 5R44E,
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. 5R55E, 5R555, TorqShift and CD4E
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. transmission/transaxle. Install a new remote filter
if equipped with a TorqShift transmission. Inspect
• Change Motorcraft Premium Gold coolant (see automatic transmission fluid level using the fluid
Exceptions To Normal Schedule and Mileage level indicator on all other vehicles (if equipped
Base). with an underhood fluid level indicator). Change
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. the in-line service-installed transmission fluid
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and ball filter (if equipped).
joints. • Carry-out multi-point inspection (recommended).
• Inspect halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints (if Exceptions To Normal Schedule
equipped).
• Install a new fuel filter (not required for Fusion Maximum Oil Change Interval
and Milan). • Normal schedule: 8,000 km (5,000 miles) or 6
• Install a new engine air filter (not required on months, whichever occurs first.
Focus). • Special operating conditions: 4,800 km (3,000
• Check air filter restriction gauge, install a new air miles), 3 months or 200 hours of operation,
filter as necessary (Focus only). whichever occurs first.
• Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped). Motorcraft Premium Gold Coolant
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid
(except CVT transmission). • Change Motorcraft Premium Gold coolant at 6
years or 160,000 km (100,000 miles) of the
• Change automatic transaxle filter (except CVT, vehicle’s life, whichever occurs first.
Five Hundred and Montego equipped with a
6-speed automatic transaxle). • After the initial change, change coolant every 3
years or 80,000 km (50,000 miles) thereafter.
• Change rear axle lubricant on all RWD vehicles.

Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an
Rear axles and transfer case/power transfer unit axle has been submerged in water.
(PTU) units containing synthetic lubricant and light
E and F-450 and 550 Series Axle
duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are Maintenance
lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be
checked or changed unless service is required, or if Replace rear axle lubricant every 100,000 miles
a leak is suspected or the axle assembly has been under normal driving conditions on all E and F-450
submerged in water. and 550 series applications. For E and F-450 and
550 series vehicles operated at or near maximum
The axle and transfer case/PTU fluid should be Gross Vehicle Weights, the rear axle lubricant
changed anytime they have been submerged in should be replaced every 50,000 miles.
water. Non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be
replaced every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months, In addition, the 50,000 mile schedule should be
whichever occurs first, during extended trailer tow observed when the vehicles are operated under the
operation above 21°C (70°F) ambient and wide Special Operating Conditions.
open throttle for extended periods above 45 mph. Class A Motorhome
The 3,000 mile lube change interval may be waived
if the axle was filled with 75W-140 synthetic gear • Every 2 years — change brake fluid.
lubricant. Add 4 ounces of additive friction modifier • Every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) — change the
for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. automatic transmission fluid and the transmission
The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an remote filter element.
axle has been submerged in water. • Change rear axle fluid at 80,000 km (50,000
miles), 160,000 km (100,000 miles) and 240,000
Police and Taxi Vehicle Axle Maintenance km (150,000 miles).
Replace rear axle lubricant every 160,000 km
(100,000 miles). Rear axle lubricant change may be
waived if the axle was filled with 75W-140
synthetic gear lubricant. Add 4 ounces of additive
friction modifier for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles.

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2007 Mustang, Mustang GT 8/2006

2007 Mustang, Mustang GT 8/2006

2007 Mustang, Mustang GT 8/2006

2007 Mustang, Mustang GT 8/2006

2007 Mustang, Mustang GT 8/2006

2007 Mustang, Mustang GT 8/2006

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