General Maintenance Information

DETERMINE WHICH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TO FOLLOW
It is important to follow the maintenance schedule that most closely mirrors your driving habits and the conditions under which you drive. For this reason, the Scheduled Maintenance Guide is divided into two basic maintenance schedules: the Normal Schedule (further segmented into Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs and Cars & Minivans and Special Operating Conditions.
Determining which maintenance schedule is right for you is easy. For the most part, do you drive your vehicle under typical, everyday conditions? If so, follow the Normal Schedule Trucks, Full size Vans & SUVs, or Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans.

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS:
If you feel you may not operate your vehicle under normal / everyday day conditions, but primarily under the special operating conditions outlined below, you will need to increase the frequency of some maintenance operations.
- Towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads
- Extensive idling and/or driving at low-speeds for long distances
- Driving in dusty conditions
- Off-road operation
- Use of E85 fuel 50% of the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only)

EXCEPTIONS
There are some exceptions to all schedules for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below. You will find further information under "Normal Service Exceptions".
Engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant - time and mileage based interval.
Class A Motorhome - change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid Rear axle maintenance and lubrication.