2016 FORD F250 oil capacities

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Only)..............................................................221
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................222
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart...........................223
Changing a Fuse............................................231
Maintenance
General Information
....................................232
Opening and Closing the Hood..............232
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................233
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L..................234
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................235
Engine Oil Check
..........................................235
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................236
Engine Coolant Check
...............................236
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check...........................................................240
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................243
Brake Fluid Check........................................244
Power Steering Fluid Check....................244
Washer Fluid Check
....................................244
Fuel Filter........................................................244
Changing the 12V Battery.........................245
Checking the Wiper Blades
......................247
Changing the Wiper Blades
.....................247
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................247
Removing a Headlamp.............................249
Changing a Bulb..........................................249
Bulb Specification Chart
...........................252
Changing the Engine Air Filter................254
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................256
Cleaning Products.......................................256
Cleaning the Exterior
..................................256
Waxing
..............................................................257
Cleaning the Engine....................................257 Cleaning the Windows and Wiper
Blades..........................................................258
Cleaning the Interior
...................................258
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
.......................259
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................259
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............261
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................261
Vehicle Storage.............................................261
Wheels and Tires
General Information
...................................264
Tire Care..........................................................267
Using Snow Chains
.....................................284
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........284
Changing a Road Wheel...........................290
Technical Specifications
............................301
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications
................................303
Motorcraft Parts
..........................................304
Vehicle Identification Number...............305
Vehicle Certification Label
......................306
Transmission Code Designation...........306
Capacities and Specifications -
6.2L
V8..................................................................307
Capacities and Specifications -
6.8L
Triton-30V - V10........................................311
Audio System
General Information
.....................................317
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM.......318
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC.............................................................319
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ Touchscreen Display
..............................322
Digital Radio..................................................323
Satellite Radio
..............................................325
USB Port
.........................................................328
Media Hub
......................................................328
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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC), comprised of
U.S. and Japanese automobile
manufacturers.
1. Check the engine oil level.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the
normal range, add engine oil that
meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications for more
information.
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into
the opening.
4. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure
the oil level is not above the normal
operating range on the engine oil level
dipstick.
5. Install the engine oil level dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
6. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until
three clicks are heard or until the cap
is fully seated. OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System
Only reset the oil life monitoring system
after changing the engine oil and oil filter.
1.
Switch the ignition on. Do not start the
engine. For vehicles with push-button
start, press and hold the start button
for two seconds without pressing the
brake pedal. Do not start the engine.
2. Press the accelerator and brake pedals
at the same time.
3. Keep the accelerator and brake pedals
fully pressed.
4. After three seconds, a message confirming that the reset is in progress
will be displayed.
5. After 25 seconds, a message confirming that the reset is complete
will be displayed.
6. Release the accelerator and brake pedals.
7. The message confirming that the reset
is complete will no longer be displayed.
8. Switch the ignition off. For vehicles with
push-button start, press the start
button to switch the ignition off.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK WARNINGS
Do not add engine coolant when the
engine is hot. Steam and scalding
liquids released from a hot cooling
system can burn you badly. Also, you can
be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine
parts.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
6.8L V10 Engine
6.2L V8 Engine
Engine
413
378
Cubic inches
Minimum 87 octane
Minimum 87 octane
Required fuel
1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2
Firing order
Coil on plug
Coil on plug
Ignition system
0.039-0.043 inch (1.00-1.10mm)
0.041-0.047 inch (1.04-1.20
mm)
Spark plug gap
9.2:1
9.8:1
Compression ratio
Drivebelt Routing
6.2L Engines 6.8L Engines with A/C
6.8L Engines without A/C
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS
6.8L V10 engine
6.2L V8 engine
Component
FA-1883
FA-1883
Air filter element
FL-820-S
FL-820-S
Oil filter
BXT-65-650
BXT-65-650
Battery (standard)
BXT-65-750
BXT-65-750
Battery (optional)
SP-509
SP-526
Spark plugs-platinum
FS-104
FS-104
Seat filter
WW-2242 LH/RH
WW-2242 LH/RH
Windshield wiper blade
8C3Z-7A098-D
BC3Z-7A098-B
Transmission fluid filter
For scheduled maintenance, we recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at
your Ford dealer or at fordparts.com. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company ’s
specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle
performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any damage related
to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance
specification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the
appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 453).
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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 6.2L V8
Capacities
WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant R-134a under high
pressure. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
Have the air conditioning refrigerant system serviced only by qualified personnel.
Capacity
Item
7.0 qt (6.6 L)
Engine oil
21.3 qt (20.2 L)
Engine coolant
Between MIN and MAX on brake fluidreservoir
Brake fluid
3.0 qt (2.8 L)
Front axle
3.5 qt (3.3 L)
Rear axle- F-250/350 (10.50 inch axle)
4.2 qt (4 L)
Rear axle- F-350 (Dana M80)
7.0 qt (6.6 L)
Rear axle- F-450/550 (Dana S110/S130)
16.7 qt (15.8 L)*
Automatic transmission fluid
2.0 qt (1.9 L)
Transfer case fluid
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
28 gal (106 L)
Fuel tank (incomplete vehicle, steel tank,
middle location)
35 gal (132 L)
Fuel tank (pickup)
40 gal (151 L)
Fuel tank (incomplete vehicle , steel tank,
aft axle location)
29 oz (0.82 kg)
A/C refrigerant
4.2 fl oz (125.09 ml)
A/C refrigerant compressor oil
Refer to the diesel supplement
For diesel fluid capacities and specifica-
tions
*Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
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Specifications
Materials
Specification
Name
WSS-M2C946-A
Recommended motor oil (U.S.):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil
XO-5W30-QSP
WSS-M2C946-A
Recommended motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil
CXO-5W30-LSP12
WSS-M2C946-A
Recommended motor oil (Mexico):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
MXO-5W30-QSP
WSS-M2C946-A
Optional motor oil (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
XO-5W30-QFS
WSS-M2C946-A
Optional motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
CXO-5W30-LFS12
WSS-M97B44-D2
Engine coolant (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
VC-3DIL-B
WSS-M97B44-D2
Engine coolant (Canada):
Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
CVC-3DIL-B
WSS-M6C65-A1
Brake fluid (U.S.):
Motorcraft DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
PM-1-C
WSS-M6C65-A1
Brake fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
CPM-1-C
WSS-M6C65-A2
Brake fluid:
Motorcraft DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance
Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
PM-20
WSP-M2C197-A
Front axle fluid :
Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-80W90-QL
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Specification
Name
Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F) WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S.):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
YN-19
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
CYN-16-R
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Mexico):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
MYN-19
WSH-M1C231-B
A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D
ESB-M1C93-B
Multi-purpose grease:
Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5-A
--
Lock cylinders (U.S.):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
XL-1
--
Lock cylinders (Canada):
Penetrating Fluid
CXC-51-A
--
Lock cylinders (Mexico):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
MXL-1
WSD-M1C227-A
Transmission, parking brake linkages and pivots, brake
pedal shift:
Motorcraft Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-E
If you use oil and fluids that do not meet
the defined specification and viscosity
grade, this may lead to:
• Component damage which is not
covered by the vehicle warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels. •
Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance.
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We recommend Motorcraft motor oil for
your vehicle. If Motorcraft oil is not
available, use motor oils of the
recommended viscosity grade that meet
API SN requirements and display the API
Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do
not use oil labeled with API SN service
category unless the label also displays the
API certification mark. An oil that displays this symbol conforms
to current engine, emission system and
fuel economy performance standards of
the International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC).
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by your vehicle warranty.
Note:
Ford recommends using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid
or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use
of any fluid other than the recommended
fluid may cause degraded brake
performance and not meet the Ford
performance standards. Keep brake fluid
clean and dry. Contamination with dirt,
water, petroleum products or other
materials may result in brake system
damage and possible failure.
Note: Automatic transmissions that require
MERCON LV transmission fluid should only
use MERCON LV transmission fluid. The
use of any other fluid may cause
transmission damage.
CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 6.8L TRITON-30V - V10
Capacities WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant R-134a under high
pressure. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
Have the air conditioning refrigerant system serviced only by qualified personnel.
Capacity
Item
7.0 qt (6.6 L)
Engine oil
26.7 qt (25.3 L)
Engine coolant
Between MIN and MAX on brake fluidreservoir
Brake fluid
3.0 qt (2.8 L)
Front axle
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