2012–2014 12th generation (2009–2014; covered from 2012)
2012–2014 Ford F-150 Fluid Types and Capacities
Which transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid the 2012–2014 Ford F-150 takes, with capacities and the specifications each one has to meet. Transmission: 6R80 6-speed: Motorcraft MERCON LV, ~13.1 qt total fill (a pan drain-and-fill takes ~6 qt). No dipstick on later years, level set at the fill plug.. Coolant: Motorcraft Gold Antifreeze/Coolant (WSS-M97B51-A1), ~15.7–17 qt depending on engine. Don't mix with the later Orange or Yellow coolants except for emergency top-off..
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2012–2014 Ford F-150 fluid guide
High confidence| System | Fluid type & capacity |
|---|---|
| Coolant | Motorcraft Gold Antifreeze/Coolant (WSS-M97B51-A1), ~15.7–17 qt depending on engine. Don't mix with the later Orange or Yellow coolants except for emergency top-off. |
| Transmission | 6R80 6-speed: Motorcraft MERCON LV, ~13.1 qt total fill (a pan drain-and-fill takes ~6 qt). No dipstick on later years, level set at the fill plug. |
| Brake fluid | DOT 3 brake fluid (Motorcraft) |
| Power steering | None on 2011+ (electric power steering) |
| Differential | Rear: SAE 75W-140 synthetic on HD/max-tow axles, 75W-85/90 on standard axles. Check the axle tag; front (4x4): SAE 80W-90 |
| Transfer case | Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid (XL-12) |
Plain washer fluid; no special spec
Which Ford F-150 model years does this cover?
These fluids specifications apply to every Ford F-150 built from 2012 through 2014 — the 12th generation (2009–2014; covered from 2012), full-size pickup (steel body; regular cab, supercab, supercrew). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2012–2014 Ford F-150
- 2012Second year of the modern engine lineup (3.7/5.0/3.5EB/6.2); 6-speed 6R80 on all engines
- 2013Refresh: new grilles, HID-equipped trims, MyFord Touch available, Limited trim returns (22-in wheels)
- 2014Final steel-body year; STX SuperCrew and Tremor (short-bed 3.5L EB sport truck) added
2012–2014 Ford F-150 fluids: common questions
What transmission fluid does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 take?
- 6R80 6-speed: Motorcraft MERCON LV, ~13.1 qt total fill (a pan drain-and-fill takes ~6 qt). No dipstick on later years, level set at the fill plug.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.
What coolant does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 use?
- Motorcraft Gold Antifreeze/Coolant (WSS-M97B51-A1), ~15.7–17 qt depending on engine. Don't mix with the later Orange or Yellow coolants except for emergency top-off..
What brake fluid does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 take?
- DOT 3 brake fluid (Motorcraft).
What differential fluid does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 take?
- Rear: SAE 75W-140 synthetic on HD/max-tow axles, 75W-85/90 on standard axles. Check the axle tag; front (4x4): SAE 80W-90.
Sources
- Ford 2013 F-150 Owner's Manual, capacities (via VehicleHistory/engine oil DB summaries)
- Ford TSB 13-8-1, 3.5L GTDI intermittent stumble/misfire in humid conditions
- NHTSA recall 19V-075, unintended downshift, 2011–2013 F-150
- NHTSA recall 16V-345, brake master cylinder, 2013–2014 F-150 3.5L EB
- Hardrock Offroad, F-150 OEM wheel/tire fitment guide by generation
- fueleconomy.gov, 2013 Ford F-150 EPA ratings
- O'Reilly/AutoZone battery fitment, 2012–2014 F-150 Group 65