Ford Low Cab Forward (Ford year). Manual — part 48

Check every oil change (six months, 10,000 miles [16,000 km] or

400 engine hours, whichever comes first)

Engine

Check the engine cooling hoses,
clamps and protection*

Inspect the drive belts

Exhaust system

Inspect the entire exhaust system
including the inlet pipe(s), muffler(s),
outlet pipe(s), clamps and fasteners,
for holes, leaks, breaks, corrosive
damage and separation from other
components. Adjust, service or replace
with the same or the equivalent part.
(Also a noise emission control
service.)

Driveline and rear axle

Lubricate the U-joints and the slip
yoke

Brake system

Inspect the disc brake pads and the
piston boots.

Inspect the parking brake system;
adjust if necessary

Fuel system

Drain the fuel filter/water separator
(HFCM) at this time or as required

when WATER IN FUEL light (

)

in instrument cluster illuminates

Steering system

Lubricate the steering shaft(s),
U-joints and splines when equipped
with grease fittings

* Coolant protection checks should be made just prior to the onset of
freezing weather, where applicable. If coolant is dirty or rusty in
appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with the
prescribed solution of engine coolant and water. Use only permanent
type coolant that meets Ford specifications WSS-M97B51-A1 or add
the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.

In addition to the items to be performed daily or at each oil change, the
services listed in General Maintenance Services need to be completed
as specified.

Scheduled Maintenance Guide

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