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Vehicle CareEngine• The engine oil and filter should bechanged prior to storage, as usedengine oil contain contaminates thatmay cause engine damage.• Start the engine every 15 days. Run atfast idle until it reaches normaloperating temperature• With your foot on the brake, shiftthrough all the gears while the engineis running.Fuel system• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of thefuel pump nozzle.Cooling system• Protect against freezing temperatures.• When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm there are no cooling systemleaks, and fluid is at the recommendedlevel.Battery• Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.• If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery, itmay be advisable to disconnect thebattery cables to ensure battery chargeis maintained for quick starting.Note: If battery cables are disconnected, itwill be necessary to reset memory features.Brakes• Make sure brakes and parking brakeare fully released.Tires• Maintain recommended air pressure.Miscellaneous• Make sure all linkages, cables, leversand pins under your vehicle are coveredwith grease to prevent rust.• Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8meters) every 15 days to lubricateworking parts and prevent corrosion.Removing Vehicle From StorageWhen your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirtor grease film build-up on windowsurfaces.• Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.• Check under the hood for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage (mice/squirrel nests).• Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage.• Check tire pressures and set tireinflation per the Tire Label.• Check brake pedal operation. Driveyour vehicle 15 feet (4.5 meters) backand forth to remove rust build-up.• Check fluid levels (including coolant,oil and gas) to make sure there are noleaks, and fluids are at recommendedlevels.• If the battery was removed, clean thebattery cable ends and inspect.Contact your authorized dealer if you haveany concerns or issues.265F150 (TF6) , enUSA