1997 Ford F-350 Maintenance Schedule

You want your Ford F-350 to last as long as possible. With proactive maintenance, you could hit 200,000 miles (or beyond!) in your F-350. Not an expert in what services your car needs and when? No problem. It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine F-350 maintenance. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 1997 Ford F-350!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Ford themselves. Depending on driving conditions and climate in your area (as well as other contributing factors, like your personal travel habits), your car’s scheduled maintenance needs may vary; however, there’s a good chance that your vehicle’s recommended maintenance services will include oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacement, filter changes, and fluid checks and exchanges. Scheduling routine service appointments is one of the best ways to help extend your F-350's life, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1997 Ford F-350 problems later.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 1997 Ford F-350 for factory-recommended routine maintenance and a skilled technician will start the appointment with a Courtesy Check. A Courtesy Check helps "set the stage" for your service and catch any small problems before they turn into big repairs. During a Courtesy Check, we’ll always check your battery, then we’ll move on to inspect your F-350’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Could your 1997 Ford F-350 be ready for a new battery? Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your F-350 may need a replacement battery sooner. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Ford F-350 battery. Sure, you could wait until your battery is completely dead, but it’s a much wiser decision to replace it before you need to. If you keep driving on a battery that can't hold a charge, you run the risk of being stranded when your battery finally gives out (and no one can predict where that might be!). Your Ford F-350 won’t even be able to start with a weak battery, much less get you where you need to go.

In addition to maintaining a strong battery, investing in regular oil changes can help your 1997 Ford F-350's engine run smoother. To learn how often Ford recommends you have the oil changed in your 1997 F-350, check out the information table at the beginning of this page. Don’t forget, though, that weather conditions in your area or your personal driving habits can affect this interval. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. We can also answer any questions you have about what type of oil to use for your 1997 Ford F-350.

Maintaining your Ford F-350 steering and suspension system can help you keep control of your vehicle at all times (plus, it can make for a smoother ride!). Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, perform Ford F-350 suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. Components within your Ford F-350's steering system require regular maintenance.

If you skip recommended Ford F-350 services, you might find yourself with a hot mess on your hands – quite literally. A damaged A/C system is never fun, and an overheated engine can cause significant issues (like a total car breakdown!). We can help you with all those issues. Our technicians have the knowledge and tools to repair and maintain the heating and cooling systems for your Ford F-350’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Ford F-350? We’ve got your back. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your spot for 1997 Ford F-350 maintenance.

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