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Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec
Use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade, it could result in:- Component damage not covered by the vehicle Warranty.
- Longer engine cranking periods.
- Increased emission levels.
- Reduced engine performance.
- Reduced fuel economy.
- Reduced brake performance.
Air Conditioning System
WARNING:
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury. |
Capacities
| Variant | Refrigerant | Refrigerant Oil |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles with rear air conditioning. | 39.2 oz (1.11 kg) | 9.5 fl oz (280 ml) |
| Vehicles without rear air conditioning. | 28.2 oz (0.8 kg) | 5.4 fl oz (160 ml) |
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant YN-19 | WSH-M17B19-A |
| Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D | WSH-M1C231-B |
Engine
Engine Oil
An oil that displays this symbol conforms to current engine, emission system and fuel economy performance standards of the International Lubricants Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC).
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 SP requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Capacities
| Variant | Including the Oil Filter |
|---|---|
| All. | 6.0 qt (5.7 L) |
Note:
The quantity of engine oil required to raise the indicated level on the dipstick from minimum to maximum is
1.0 qt (0.9 L).
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil XO-5W20-Q1SP, XO-5W20-Q1FS | WSS-M2C960-A1 |
Note:
Do not use more than
0.3 gal (1 L) of the alternative engine oil between scheduled service intervals.
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates
To improve engine cold start performance, we recommend that you use the following alternative engine oil where the ambient temperature reaches
-22 °F (-30 °C) or below.
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® SAE 0W-20 Motor Oil XO-0W20-QFS | WSS-M2C962-A1 |
Engine Coolant
Capacities
| Variant | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All. | 15.1 qt (14.25 L) |
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant VC-13DL-G | WSS-M97B57-A2 |
Fuel Tank
Capacities
| Variant | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Vehicles with standard fuel tank. | 25.1 gal (95 L) |
| Vehicles with larger fuel tank. | 30.5 gal (115.4 L) |
Washer Reservoir
Capacities
| Variant | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All. | 4.8 qt (4.5 L) |
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant ZC-32-B2 | WSS-M14P19-A |
Brake System
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-20 | WSS-M6C65-A2 |
Rear Axle
Capacities
| Variant | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Rear axle fluid, vehicles with limited slip differential. | 2.9 qt (2.72 L) |
| Rear axle fluid, vehicles with conventional differential. | 3.0 qt (2.84 L) |
| Rear axle friction modifier. | 0.1 qt (118 ml) |
Note:
Ford rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless you submerge the axle in water.
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant XY-75W85-QL | WSS-M2C942-A |
| Motorcraft® Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 | EST-M2C118-A |
Locks
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1 | - |
Grease
Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-E1 | ESA-M1C75-B |