| Mileage | Every Visit | Filters | Fluids | Engine | Drivetrain | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil & Filter | Tire Rotation | Multi-Point Insp. | Cabin Air Filter | Engine Air Filter | Brake Fluid | Spark Plugs & Coolant | Drive Belt | Suspension & Transfer Case | |
| 10,000 | ★ | ★ | ★ | ||||||
| 20,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ★ | |||||
| 30,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ★ | ★ | |||
| 40,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 50,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ★ | ||||
| 60,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| 70,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 80,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| 90,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| 100,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ★ | ★ | ✓ |
| 110,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 120,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| 130,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 140,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| 150,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 160,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| 170,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 180,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| 190,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 200,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 210,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| 220,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 230,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 240,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| 250,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| 260,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 270,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| 280,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| 290,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| 300,000 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
2018 Ford F-150 Complete Maintenance Schedule
The 2018 Ford F-150 received a significant refresh with a new 3.3L V6 base engine replacing the 3.5L NA V6, and the 10-speed automatic became available on more configurations. Auto Start-Stop technology was added, requiring a more robust battery that should be tested at each service visit.
At 10,000 miles: Oil & filter change (first time), Tire rotation (first time), Multi-point inspection (first time).
At 20,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter (first time).
At 30,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter (first time), Suspension & transfer case (first time).
At 40,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 50,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Brake fluid exchange (first time).
At 60,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Brake fluid exchange, Suspension & transfer case.
At 70,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 80,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Suspension & transfer case.
At 90,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Brake fluid exchange.
At 100,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Brake fluid exchange, Spark plugs & coolant (first time), Drive belt (first time), Suspension & transfer case.
At 110,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 120,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Brake fluid exchange, Suspension & transfer case.
At 130,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 140,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Suspension & transfer case.
At 150,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Brake fluid exchange, Spark plugs & coolant, Drive belt, Suspension & transfer case.
At 160,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Brake fluid exchange, Suspension & transfer case.
At 170,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 180,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Brake fluid exchange, Suspension & transfer case.
At 190,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 200,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Brake fluid exchange, Spark plugs & coolant, Drive belt, Suspension & transfer case.
At 210,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Engine air filter, Suspension & transfer case.
At 220,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 230,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 240,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Suspension & transfer case.
At 250,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Brake fluid exchange.
At 260,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 270,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Suspension & transfer case.
At 280,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Brake fluid exchange.
At 290,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter.
At 300,000 miles: Oil & filter change, Tire rotation, Multi-point inspection, Cabin air filter, Engine air filter, Brake fluid exchange, Spark plugs & coolant, Drive belt, Suspension & transfer case.
Highlighted rows indicate major service milestones. Intervals may vary by engine, trim, towing use, and driving conditions.
Always consult your Owner's Manual or a certified Astro Ford technician.
- Engine oil & filter change
- Tire rotation & balance
- Multi-point inspection
- Fluid top-off & check
- Reset Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor
- 20k — Cabin air filter
- 30k — Engine air filter, suspension, transfer case
- 50k — Brake fluid exchange
- 100k — Spark plugs, coolant, drive belt
- 150k — Trans fluid, axle fluid refresh
- Use Motorcraft genuine Ford parts
- Rotate tires at every oil change
- Inspect brakes before long trips or towing
- Rinse undercarriage after winter driving
- Keep digital service records in FordPass
- Check for open recalls regularly
2018 F-150 Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
- How often should I change the oil on a 2018 Ford F-150?All 2018 F-150 engines use the IOLM and require full synthetic oil. The 2.7L and 3.5L EcoBoost use SAE 5W-30, while the 5.0L V8 and new 3.3L V6 use SAE 5W-20. Typical intervals are 7,500 to 10,000 miles under normal driving conditions.
- Does Auto Start-Stop affect battery maintenance on a 2018 F-150?Yes. The 2018 F-150 with Auto Start-Stop uses a heavier-duty AGM battery designed for frequent cycling. This battery should be tested at every oil change visit. Replacement with a standard flooded battery is not recommended as it cannot handle the start-stop cycling demands.
- What changed in the 2018 F-150 refresh?The 2018 refresh brought a new 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 base engine (replacing the 3.5L NA V6), wider availability of the 10-speed automatic, updated front-end styling, and Auto Start-Stop technology. Maintenance intervals did not change from pre-refresh 13th-gen models.
- When should the drive belt be replaced on a 2018 F-150?Ford recommends inspecting the serpentine drive belt at 100,000 miles and replacing if cracked, glazed, or showing excessive wear. The belt drives the alternator, power steering pump, and AC compressor. EcoBoost models with the supercharger belt should follow the same interval.
Ready to Schedule Your 2018 F-150 Service?
Our certified Astro Ford technicians use genuine Motorcraft parts and follow Ford-approved procedures for every visit.
Schedule Service at Astro Ford