2.3L Ecoboost (Ford Ranger) Maintenance Schedule/Service Intervals:
Service Procedure | Normal Service Interval | Special Service Interval | Notes |
Replace engine air filter | 30,000 miles | N/A | Inspect frequently and replace as necessary |
Replace engine oil & filter | As advised by Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor | 5,000 miles/6 months if operating in off-road conditions 3,000 miles if operating in extremely hot, desert climates |
Oil life monitor will typically account for driving behavior, but driver should be advised of special service conditions |
Replace fuel filters | 30,000 miles | N/A | Engine and chassis mounted filters |
Replace accessory drive belt | 150,000 miles | N/A | Inspect serpentine belt condition at oil change intervals and replace as necessary |
Replace engine spark plugs | 100,000 miles | 60,000 miles | Special service interval applies to trucks that are towing or idling for excessive periods of time |
Replace transmission fluid & filter | 150,000 miles | NA | N/A |
Replace engine coolant | 100,000 miles/6 years for initial service, followed by subsequent service at 50,000 mile/3 year intervals | N/A | Use Motorcraft Orange engine coolant only |
Replace rear axle fluid | 150,000 miles | N/A | Replace immediately if submerged in water |
Replace front axle fluid | 150,000 miles | N/A | |
Replace transfer case fluid | 150,000 miles | N/A |
Fluid Recommendations:
Engine Oil | SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend | 6.2-Quarts with filter change |
Engine Coolant | Motorcraft Orange Engine Coolant | 11.6-Quarts |
Transmission Fluid | MERCON ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid | 12.8-Quarts |
Transfer Case Fluid | MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid | 1.2-Liters |
Front Differential (M190) | Motorcraft SAE 80W90 | 1.64-Pints (0.775-Liters) |
Rear Differential (M220) | Motorcraft SAE 80W90 | 3.70-Pints (1.75-Liters) |
Rear Differential With Electric Locker (M220) | Motorcraft SAE 80W90 | 3.04-Pints (1.44-Liters) |
Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |