Ford Maintenance Schedule

Keeping your Ford on its factory plan is the easiest way to keep it running strong in Pottstown. We've served this community for decades, and we know how local weather, hills, and traffic affect wear. This guide breaks down the Ford maintenance schedule by mileage, then shows what trucks, SUVs, cars, and electrified models need throughout the year. You'll also see how maintenance supports warranty coverage and long-term value.

Understanding Your Ford's Maintenance Schedule Requirements

Following the Ford maintenance schedule helps your vehicle run well, hold value, and stay safe. It also supports warranty coverage because you'll have clear records that show you followed the Ford-recommended maintenance schedule.

Modern Fords use Intelligent Oil Life Monitoring and in-vehicle reminders, so timing is based on how you drive, not a fixed date on a calendar.

You can find your model's Ford service intervals in the owner's manual, the FordPass app, or by VIN through our service team. We can print your Ford service recommendations and talk through your habits, towing needs, and Pottstown weather conditions that may shift timing. 

Ford Maintenance Intervals by Mileage

Intervals vary by model and driving style. Use these as a baseline, then follow your vehicle's prompts and our advisor's guidance.

• Every 5,000 miles: Oil and filter change following the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor, plus basic inspection points for lights, wipers, tires, and leaks.
• Every 7,500 miles: Multi-point inspection of steering, suspension, hoses, and belts, plus fluid level checks for brake, coolant, power steering, and differential systems, as equipped.
• Every 10,000 miles: Air filter inspection, tire rotation and inspection, and a battery and charging system check.
• Every 20,000 miles: Cabin air filter replacement, brake system inspection of pads, rotors, and fluid condition, plus cooling system checks of hoses, clamps, and levels.
• Every 30,000 miles: Transmission service per model, fuel system cleaning, and spark plug inspection.
• Every 60,000 miles: Major component inspections for bearings, bushings, and mounts, plus timing belt evaluation, if equipped.
• Every 100,000 miles: Major fluid replacements, such as coolant and brake fluid, along with belt and hose replacements.
• Every 150,000 miles: Long-term component maintenance for the alternator, starter, and suspension as needed, plus a performance evaluation with road test and diagnostic scan.

We'll log wear trends and readings, adjust for severe use, and help you plan the next visit so your Ford maintenance schedule stays on track.

Ford Trucks Maintenance

Work trucks live harder lives. If you haul, plow, idle, or run dusty routes, follow the severe schedule with more frequent oil changes, earlier engine and cabin air filter swaps, and closer brake checks. We also watch tire wear and alignment after job site use.

For towing, we inspect transmission fluid, differentials, trailer brake operation, hitch torque, and cooling fans. Heat is the enemy of driveline parts, so we flag any fluid discoloration or odor and plan service before a long pull.

If you run a plow or upfit, we add wiring, charging, and load checks. Ask us to align your Ford Super Duty maintenance schedule with how you use your truck. We'll document patterns and build a plan that fits your routes and seasons.

Ford SUV Maintenance

AWD systems depend on clean rotations and leak-free driveline parts. We check the power transfer unit, rear axle, and driveshafts for seepage or noise. We can even schedule fluid service with tire rotations to save you a stop.

Family use adds short trips and stop-start wear, so cabin filters and brakes may need earlier attention. Batteries can suffer from brief drives, too. Before road trips, a quick look at wipers, washer fluid, and A/C performance makes long miles easier. Small checks prevent big detours.

Ford Car Maintenance

Mustang owners who drive hard benefit from more frequent oil service. We'll also check pads and brake fluid, then review your Ford Mustang service schedule and tailor intervals to your driving style.

City routes often need shorter spans than highway commutes. Fusion models respond well to timely spark plug replacements, fresh engine and cabin filters, and a clean throttle body.

Ford Electric and Hybrid Maintenance

Ford EVs still need regular care. We rotate tires about every 10,000 to 12,000 miles, replace cabin filters, inspect brakes and coolant loops, and test the 12-volt battery. Software updates can add features or improve efficiency, and we can install them during service.

Hybrids follow the oil monitor for engine service. While you're here, we check cooling for hybrid components, verify high-voltage insulation tests on schedule, and inspect drive belts.

Seasonal and Environmental Maintenance Considerations

Severe conditions like dust, gravel, short hops, or mountain grades call for shorter intervals. Extra rotations, earlier brake fluid service, and frequent filter checks help your Ford stay ready. Tell us about your routes so we can adjust accordingly.

Before winter in Pottstown, we test the battery, heater, and defroster, verify coolant strength, and check wipers and tread depth. Salt and potholes are tough on suspensions, so we look for loose parts and recommend alignments when needed.

Summer heat and traffic raise cooling and tire stress. We confirm coolant levels and fan operation, test A/C performance, and watch for tire cupping from long highway runs. Towing to Marsh Creek Lake gets a trailer wiring and brake check before the season starts.

Ford Warranty and Extended Service Plans

Most new Fords include three years or 36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage, and five years or 60,000 miles of powertrain coverage. Many hybrid and EV batteries carry eight years or 100,000 miles of coverage. Staying on the Ford maintenance schedule supports coverage and future resale value. Ford Protect plans can help with electronics and rising repair costs, and prepaid maintenance makes budgeting straightforward.

Schedule Your Ford Maintenance in Pottstown, PA Today!

We're ready to help you schedule Ford maintenance that fits your day and your budget. Book your visit now through our online service scheduler. Prefer to talk it through first? You can reach our team for friendly guidance on the right Ford service recommendations for your vehicle and driving in Pottstown.