Just reached 100k miles on my 2021 2.7. Dealer did the transmission service. Now I’m handling the coolant flush, changing fluids in both differentials, transfer case fluid, oil change, air filters, rear shocks, serpentine belt, and tensioners. What else should I look out for?
Sounds like you’re covering all the bases! Your truck should be good for another 500k miles if you keep it up. How are the front shocks and brakes holding up? Did the dealer change the transmission filter, or just the fluid?
@green
Front shocks are still working fine, but I’m planning on switching to Bilstein 5100s when I have time. Rears are easier, so I’m doing those first. Brake pads have some life left, but I’ll check them again in six months. Dealer did both fluid and filter for the transmission.
@Enzo
Try the z36 truck pads for brakes. They perform better, especially on long downhill drives in the summer heat.
Ramsey said:
@Enzo
Try the z36 truck pads for brakes. They perform better, especially on long downhill drives in the summer heat.
I was thinking of going with Motorcraft or PowerStop, but I’ll definitely check out the z36 pads. Thanks for the tip!
@Enzo
Just put NAPA Silent Guard pads and new rotors on my truck. Loving the smooth braking.
@Enzo
I’ve used Hawk pads on a few vehicles—solid choice too.
@Enzo
Yeah, I don’t mess with transmission fluid changes either, I let the dealer handle it.
Corbin said:
@Enzo
Yeah, I don’t mess with transmission fluid changes either, I let the dealer handle it.
I actually did it myself in my driveway, wasn’t too hard.
@green
500k miles? LOL.
Hunter said:
I don’t see any mention of a transmission filter or ULV fluid.
Dealer handled the transmission work for me.
Ryan said:
Looks at my '13 F150 with 167k miles and original belt and tensioner. Maybe I should be doing something, haha.
Yeah, my belt looks fine too, but I figured it’s better to replace it before something goes wrong.
@Enzo
Belts don’t really go bad like they used to unless they’re noisy or contaminated. But 100k isn’t a bad point to swap them for peace of mind.
Leslie said:
@Enzo
Belts don’t really go bad like they used to unless they’re noisy or contaminated. But 100k isn’t a bad point to swap them for peace of mind.
No squeaks here. Maybe I’ll just keep an eye on it for now.
Leslie said:
@Enzo
Belts don’t really go bad like they used to unless they’re noisy or contaminated. But 100k isn’t a bad point to swap them for peace of mind.
They wear down over time. A new belt will have sharper grooves for better grip.
@Enzo
Yeah, I think around 200k miles I’ll swap the belt, tensioner, and probably the front suspension too.
Ryan said:
Looks at my '13 F150 with 167k miles and original belt and tensioner. Maybe I should be doing something, haha.
Are we the same person? Same year, same mileage, and same story with the belt and tensioner, lol.
@FordFanaticFrank
Haha, too funny! Most of my truck is still original except the maintenance stuff. Even running 35’’ tires with wheel spacers, and the bearings are still tight.
Looks at people who can do all this to their trucks the same way my grandparents used to look at me building a computer
Schedules another overpriced dealership maintenance visit
Wylie said:
Looks at people who can do all this to their trucks the same way my grandparents used to look at me building a computer
Schedules another overpriced dealership maintenance visit
I started learning back in high school because I couldn’t afford to take my rusty old Ranger to the shop. Learned the hard way, but it’s been worth it.