2018 Ford F-150 Maintenance Schedule

Your 2018 Ford F-150 is a powerful, fuel-efficient truck, but it will need periodic maintenance to ensure that you’re maximizing its performance and lifespan. If well-maintained and no major modifications have been done, your vehicle can actually last over 250,000 miles. This article will give you an idea of what maintenance tasks you or your mechanic need to do to get the most out of your truck.

Note: Refer to your vehicle’s service manual for complete information on the scheduled maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.

Quick Notes from Our Automotive Subject Matter Expert, Mia Bevacqua

The 13th generation (2015 – 2020) Ford F-150 is well-known for having problems with the variable camshaft timing actuators (phasers), timing chains, and related components. Also, the turbochargers are prone to failure on the EcoBoost engines. Because of these common issues, you definitely want to change the engine oil and filter on time using quality products.

–Mia Bevacqua, Automotive Subject Matter Expert at CarParts.com

Maintenance Schedule Tasks for Your 2018 F-150

You can save costs by learning DIY auto maintenance. But if you don’t have enough skills or experience to inspect or troubleshoot your F-150, you can always find an auto shop near you where you can get these jobs done.

Every 20,000 Miles

• Remove and replace the cabin air filter

Every 30,000 Miles

• Uninstall and replace the engine air filter element

Here’s a helpful video on how to replace your Ford F-150 air filter:

At 100,000 Miles

• Flush and refill the engine coolant system drain (and every 50,000 going forward)
• Remove and replace spark plugs (and every 100,000 miles going forward)
• Inspect the accessory drive belt (and every 20,000 miles going forward)

Watch this video to understand how to replace your Ford F-150 spark plugs:

At 120,000 Miles

• Remove and replace the engine air filter element (and every 30,000 miles going forward)

At 150,000 Miles

• Drain and refill transfer case fluid
• Drain and refill the front drive axle assembly
• Drain and refill the rear drive axle assembly
• Remove and replace trans fluid and filter
• Uninstall and replace the drive belt

At 300,000 Miles

• Have all all of the above listed maintenance tasks performed on your truck

Where to Get the Right Ford F-150 Parts 

The Ford F-150 has several common problems concerning engine components like the camshaft timing actuators, timing chains, and even turbochargers. Problems with these components are going to result in major drivability issues in your truck. Luckily, you can prevent major problems and failures from occurring as long as the problem is diagnosed early and the correct components are replaced. If you need new parts, CarParts.com is just a few clicks away. 

The CarParts.com catalog offers a wide range of different parts at various price points to suit your budget. Whether you’re looking for new spark plugs or air filters, we’ve got you covered. Use the built-in vehicle selector to make sure you find the right part and check out once you’ve picked from our wide selection. For any questions or concerns, reach out to our customer support team. We can walk you through the process and tell you all about our offers and 60-day return policy.

What are you waiting for? Order replacement Ford F-150 parts like spark plugs here at CarParts.com.