Normal Schedule

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12,000 km (7,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

24,000 km (15,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).

36,000 km (22,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

48,000 km (30,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Install a new engine air filter.
Install new climate controlled seat cushion filters (if equipped).
Install a new fuel filter on Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car and Mustang (not required for Fusion, Milan, MKZ, Edge, MKX, Taurus, Focus, E-Series, Expedition and Navigator with short wheelbase, F-150, Flex, MKS, Escape, Mariner, F-Series [non-Super Duty] and Transit Connect).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).

60,000 km (37,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

72,000 km (45,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).

84,000 km (52,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

96,000 km (60,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Install a new engine air filter.
Install new climate controlled seat cushion filters (if equipped).
Install a new fuel filter on Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car and Mustang (not required for Fusion, Milan, MKZ, Edge, MKX, Taurus, Focus, E-Series, Expedition and Navigator with short wheelbase, F-150, Flex, MKS, Escape, Mariner, F-Series [non-Super Duty] and Transit Connect).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift® transmission.
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Replace wheel bearing grease and install new grease seals on RWD front wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings).
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, hoses and parking brake system.
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).

108,000 km (67,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

120,000 km (75,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, hoses and parking brake system.
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).

132,000 km (82,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

144,000 km (90,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Install a new engine air filter.
Install new climate controlled seat cushion filters (if equipped).
Install a new fuel filter on Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car and Mustang (not required for Fusion, Milan, MKZ, Edge, MKX, Taurus, Focus, E-Series, Expedition and Navigator with short wheelbase, F-150, Flex, MKS, Escape, Mariner, F-Series [non-Super Duty] and Transit Connect).
Install new spark plugs.
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).

156,000 km (97,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

168,000 km (105,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Change rear axle fluid on vehicles equipped with DANA axles which use synthetic lubricants.
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
Change engine coolant.
Inspect engine coolant system and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).

180,000 km (112,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

192,000 km (120,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Install a new engine air filter.
Install new climate controlled seat cushion filters (if equipped).
Install a new fuel filter on Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car and Mustang (not required for Fusion, Milan, MKZ, Edge, MKX, Taurus, Focus, E-Series, Expedition and Navigator with short wheelbase, F-150, Flex, MKS, Escape, Mariner, F-Series [non-Super Duty] and Transit Connect).
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift® transmission.
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Replace wheel bearing grease and install new grease seals on RWD front wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
Inspect accessory drive belts.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).

204,000 km (127,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

216,000 km (135,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood fluid level indicator).
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).

228,000 km (142,500 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.

240,000 km (150,000 mi)

Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and inspect wheel ends for end play and noise. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should only be rotated if unusual wear is noted. For vehicles with different front-to-rear tire pressures, the tire pressure must be adjusted and the tire pressure sensor training must be done.
Install a new cabin air filter (if equipped).
Install a new engine air filter.
Install new climate controlled seat cushion filters (if equipped).
Install a new fuel filter on Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car and Mustang (not required for Fusion, Milan, MKZ, Edge, MKX, Taurus, Focus, E-Series, Expedition and Navigator with short wheelbase, F-150, Flex, MKS, Escape, Mariner, F-Series [non-Super Duty] and Transit Connect).
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (except for 6F35, 6F50, AWF-21, FNR5 and TorqShift® transmissions).
Change manual transmission fluid (if equipped).
Change transfer case fluid, 4WD (if equipped).
Change front differential fluid, 4WD (if equipped).
Replace rear axle lubricant on all RWD vehicles.
Inspect and lubricate control arms, steering linkage, steering ball joints, U-joints and driveshaft with zerk fittings (if equipped).
Inspect halfshaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect and lubricate 4WD front axle shaft U-joints (if equipped).
Install new front wheel bearings (if not sealed units).
Inspect brake pads, rotors, brake linings, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
Change engine coolant.
Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
Install a new accessory drive belt(s) (if a new belt(s) has not been installed within the last 160,000 km [100,000 mi]).
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Check the rear spring U-bolt nuts for correct torque every 24,000 km (15,000 mi) (Transit Connect).