Service Checklist for Your New Ford Truck

Your new Ford truck is a complex machine that requires regular maintenance to keep it running smoothly. Whether you own a Maverick, Ranger, or one of the F-Series, following a service checklist can help prevent breakdowns, maximize fuel efficiency, and prolong the life of your truck. As your local Ford dealership, we bring you the ultimate Ford truck service guide.

Every Month

Certain key maintenance tasks should be carried out every month, either at home or at your local Ford service center.

Lights

Check all internal and external lights are working. Depending on the model of your truck, it may be possible to replace any malfunctioning lamps yourself. However, LED lamps need to be serviced and replaced by an authorized Ford technician.

Tires

Inspect your tires for wear and tear. Pay close attention to the outside edge, or sidewall, and look for any blisters, cracks, or splits. Check the tire pressure, ensuring they are at the pressure specified in your owner’s manual.

Engine Oil

Get out the dipstick and check the engine oil level. Top up if necessary.

Windshield Wiper Fluid

Ensure there is sufficient windshield wiper fluid in the reservoir.

Every Six Months

The more you drive, the more chance of parts going wrong or sustaining damage from dirt, dust, and debris. Every six months or 7,500 miles, whichever comes soonest, the engine oil and oil filter should be replaced at a Ford service center. At this point, you should also have the wheels aligned and the tires rotated to distribute wear and tear more evenly.

Multi-Point Inspection

Ford recommends booking your truck for a multi-point inspection once a year or every 10,000 miles. Ford-certified technicians use a multi-point inspection to methodically examine every component of your truck to diagnose and fix any issues, helping prevent costly repairs in the future.

During a multi-point inspection, a technician will check, test, or examine the exterior and interior workings of your truck, including:

• Fluid levels
• Battery terminal and connections
• Exhaust system
• Tire tread depth
• Tire wear patterns
• Engine components
• Brake system

Following the service schedule will ensure every part of your F-150, Maverick, or Super Duty is in top working condition and that your vehicle remains on the road. Book a service appointment or multi-point inspection with Village Ford in Dearborn, MI today, and let our trained technicians carry out the checks and maintenance needed to keep your new Ford truck in optimum condition.

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