2012–2014 12th generation (2009–2014; covered from 2012)
2012–2014 Ford F-150 Factory Maintenance Schedule
The factory maintenance schedule for the 2012–2014 Ford F-150 covering every service through 150,000 miles. Exactly what is due at each interval, and where severe-service conditions change it.
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2012–2014 Ford F-150 maintenance schedule
High confidence10,000 miles / 12 months
- Replace engine oil and filter (per oil-life monitor, 10k max)
- Rotate tires
- Inspect brakes, fluid levels, battery
30,000 miles / 36 months
- Replace engine air filter (FA-1883)
- Inspect steering, suspension, exhaust, driveshaft boots
60,000 miles / 72 months
- Replace EcoBoost spark plugs (3.5L EB only)
- Repeat 30,000-mile services
100,000 miles / 120 months
- Replace spark plugs (3.7L / 5.0L / 6.2L)
- Replace engine coolant (then every 50,000 mi)
150,000 miles / 180 months
- Replace automatic transmission fluid (MERCON LV)
- Replace transfer-case fluid (4x4)
- Replace rear axle lube if towing regularly
Severe service (towing, off-road, dusty roads, extensive idling) halves most intervals, transmission fluid drops to ~30,000 mi when towing heavily.
Which Ford F-150 model years does this cover?
These service schedule specifications apply to every Ford F-150 built from 2012 through 2014 — the 12th generation (2009–2014; covered from 2012), full-size pickup (steel body; regular cab, supercab, supercrew). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2012–2014 Ford F-150
- 2012Second year of the modern engine lineup (3.7/5.0/3.5EB/6.2); 6-speed 6R80 on all engines
- 2013Refresh: new grilles, HID-equipped trims, MyFord Touch available, Limited trim returns (22-in wheels)
- 2014Final steel-body year; STX SuperCrew and Tremor (short-bed 3.5L EB sport truck) added
2012–2014 Ford F-150 service schedule: common questions
How often does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 need servicing?
- The first scheduled visit is at 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first, and the pattern repeats from there.
What is due at 30,000 miles on a 2012–2014 Ford F-150?
- Replace engine air filter (FA-1883); Inspect steering, suspension, exhaust, driveshaft boots.
What is due at 60,000 miles on a 2012–2014 Ford F-150?
- Replace EcoBoost spark plugs (3.5L EB only); Repeat 30,000-mile services.
What is due at 100,000 miles on a 2012–2014 Ford F-150?
- Replace spark plugs (3.7L / 5.0L / 6.2L); Replace engine coolant (then every 50,000 mi).
Does severe service change the schedule for a 2012–2014 Ford F-150?
- Severe service (towing, off-road, dusty roads, extensive idling) halves most intervals, transmission fluid drops to ~30,000 mi when towing heavily.
Sources
- Ford 2013 F-150 Owner's Manual, capacities (via VehicleHistory/engine oil DB summaries)
- Ford TSB 13-8-1, 3.5L GTDI intermittent stumble/misfire in humid conditions
- NHTSA recall 19V-075, unintended downshift, 2011–2013 F-150
- NHTSA recall 16V-345, brake master cylinder, 2013–2014 F-150 3.5L EB
- Hardrock Offroad, F-150 OEM wheel/tire fitment guide by generation
- fueleconomy.gov, 2013 Ford F-150 EPA ratings
- O'Reilly/AutoZone battery fitment, 2012–2014 F-150 Group 65