This is a generic maintenance schedule for all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. There may be items listed that do not apply to all vehicles.




The Normal Schedule applies to operation of the vehicle under typical, everyday driving conditions. The maintenance frequency in this schedule typifies what the vast majority of vehicles will require. The listed services should be carried out at specified mileage intervals. There are, however, additional services required that only the noted vehicles require. If the vehicle is operated in one or more of the following special operating conditions, those additional services will be required. The special operating conditions are:

• towing or carrying heavy loads.
• extensive idling and/or driving at low speeds for long distances.
• driving in dusty conditions.
• off-road operation.

There are also exceptions to the Normal Operating Schedule which will require more frequent maintenance for some components. Those exceptions are:

• natural gas and propane vehicles — fuel tank intervals.
• normal vehicle axle — maintenance and lubrication.
• police and taxi vehicles — maintenance and lubrication.
• engine oil and yellow coolant — time and mileage-based interval.

Special Operating Condition Requirements
When towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier:

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter, lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings (if equipped) every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months.
• Inspect brake system and check battery electrolyte level (Patrol cars) every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).
• Install a new fuel filter every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
• Change automatic transmission fluid, lubricate 4x2 wheel bearings, install new grease seals and adjust bearings every 48,000 km (30,000 miles).
• Install new spark plugs and change transfer case fluid every 96,000 km (60,000 miles).
• Install a new cabin air filter as required.

When operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads:

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months.
• Install a new fuel filter every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
• Change automatic transmission fluid every 48,000 km (30,000 miles).
• Change transfer case fluid every 96,000 km (60,000 miles).
• Install a new engine air filter as required.
• Install a new cabin air filter as required.

When operating in off-road conditions:

• Change automatic transmission fluid every 48,000 km (30,000 miles).
• Change transfer case fluid every 96,000 km (60,000 miles).
• Install a new cabin air filter as required.
• Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
• Inspect and lubricate steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings.

Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be carried out at specified intervals. Any recognized adverse condition should be corrected as soon as possible.

Maximum Oil Change Interval (Normal Schedule)

• 8,000 km (5,000 miles) or 6 months, whichever occurs first.

Maximum Oil Change Interval (Special Operating Conditions)

• 4,800 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months.

Monthly Checks
Check each of the following items every month:

• All interior and exterior lights.
• Tires for wear and correct air pressure.
• Engine oil fluid level.
• Windshield washer solvent fluid level.
• Check and drain fuel/water separator.

Six Month Checks
Check each of the following items at least every six months:

• Lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function.
• Spare tire air pressure.
• Power steering fluid level.
• Parking brake for correct operation.
• Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for correct operation.
• Coolant system fluid level and correct strength.
• Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
• Clutch fluid level, if equipped.
• Windshield washer spray, wiper operation, clean all wiper blades.
• Lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks. Inspect for correct operation.
• Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. Inspect for excessive wear.
• Clean body and door drain holes. Inspect for clogs and obstructions.

Normal Schedule
The following checks or procedures should be carried out for all cars, minivans, light trucks, sport utilities, vans, 4x4s, natural gas and propane vehicles.

8,000 Km (5,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.

16,000 Km (10,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

24,000 Km (15,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• If equipped, inspect automatic transmission fluid level with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.

32,000 Km (20,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

40,000 Km (25,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
• Drain coalescent fuel filter and replace filter (NGV).

48,000 Km (30,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Install a new engine air filter.
• Install a new fuel filter. (See ADDITIONAL INFORMATION below.)
• If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R100, 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level using dipstick on all other vehicles, if equipped.
• If equipped, install new climate controlled seat filters (Navigator, Lincoln LS and Aviator).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has determined that failure to install a new fuel filter at this interval will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to completion of the vehicle's useful life. It is, however, recommended that maintenance checks be carried out and recorded at the indicated intervals.Natural gas and propane vehicles also require checking the fuel tanks and installing a new filter (propane vehicles).

56,000 Km (35,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

64,000 Km (40,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

72,000 Km (45,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid level using dipstick, if equipped.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
• If filled with green engine coolant, change coolant.

80,000 Km (50,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
• Drain coalescent fuel filter and replace filter (NGV).

88,000 Km (55,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

96,000 Km (60,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Install a new engine air filter.
• Install a new fuel filter. (See ADDITIONAL INFORMATION below.)
• If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R100, 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level using dipstick on all other vehicles, if equipped.
• If equipped, install new climate controlled seat filters (Navigator, Lincoln LS and Aviator).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has determined that failure to install a new fuel filter at this interval will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to completion of the vehicle's useful life. It is, however, recommended that maintenance checks be carried out and recorded at the indicated intervals. Additional checks for natural gas and propane vehicles at this interval include inspecting fuel tanks, as well as draining coalescent fuel filter and installing a new filter.

104,000 Km (65,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

112,000 Km (70,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

120,000 Km (75,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid level using dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Install a new cabin air filter.
• Drain coalescent fuel filter and replace filter (NGV).
• Change green engine coolant, if equipped.

128,000 Km (80,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

136,000 Km (85,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

144,000 Km (90,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Install a new engine air filter.
• Install a new fuel filter.
• If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R100, 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level using dipstick on all other vehicles, if equipped.
• If equipped, install new climate controlled seat filters (Navigator, Lincoln LS and Aviator).

Additional services for natural gas and propane vehicles include inspecting fuel tanks, as well as draining coalescent fuel filter bowl and installing a new filter.

152,000 Km (95,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

160,000 Km (100,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Install new spark plugs.
• If filled with yellow coolant, change coolant or at 5 years, whichever comes first.
• Install a new PCV on all cars and light trucks under 6,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).
• Drain coalescent fuel filter and replace filter (NGV).

168,000 Km (105,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid level if equipped with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine coolant system and hoses.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
• If filled with green engine coolant, change coolant.

176,000 Km (110,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

184,000 Km (115,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

192,000 Km (120,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Install a new engine air filter.
• Install a new fuel filter. (See ADDITIONAL INFORMATION below.)
• If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
• Install a new PCV valve on all cars and light trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight.
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with AX4S, 4F50N, 4R100, 4F27E. Inspect automatic transmission fluid level using dipstick on all other vehicles, if equipped.
• If equipped, install new climate controlled seat filters (Navigator, Lincoln LS and Aviator).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Additional services for natural gas and propane vehicles include inspecting fuel tanks, as well as draining coalescent fuel filter bowl and installing a new filter.

200,000 Km (125,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
• Drain coalescent fuel filter and replace filter (NGV).

208,000 Km (130,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

216,000 Km (135,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• If equipped, inspect automatic transmission fluid level with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Install a new cabin air filter.
• If filled with green engine coolant, change coolant.

224,000 Km (140,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

232,000 Km (145,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.

240,000 Km (150,000 Miles)

• Change engine oil and install a new oil filter.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines, hoses and parking brake system.
• Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise.
• Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
• Inspect steering linkage, suspension and (if equipped) driveshaft and ball joints.
• Rotate tires and inspect for wear.
• Install a new engine air filter.
• Install a new fuel filter. (See ADDITIONAL INFORMATION below.)
• If equipped, install a new cabin air filter.
• If filled with yellow engine coolant, change coolant or at 8 years, whichever comes first.
• Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter.
• Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel (RWD) vehicles.
• Install a new accessory drive belt(s)(if a new belt has not been installed within the last 100,000 miles).
• If equipped, install new climate controlled seat filters (Navigator, Lincoln LS and Aviator).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has determined that failure to install a new fuel filter at this interval will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to completion of the vehicle's useful life. It is, however recommended that maintenance checks be carried out and recorded at the indicated intervals. Additional checks for natural gas and propane vehicles include inspecting fuel tanks, as well as draining and installing a new filter.