2012–2014 12th generation (2009–2014; covered from 2012)
2012–2014 Ford F-150 Oil Type and Capacity
The 2012–2014 Ford F-150 takes 5W-20 engine oil, 6 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Motorcraft FL-500S. Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents.
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2012–2014 Ford F-150 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 (Duratec) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C945-A / API SN |
| Capacity (with filter) | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-500S |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG10575, Wix 57502, Purolator PL22500 |
| Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months (normal); 5,000 mi or less (severe/towing) |
Synthetic blend (Motorcraft) is the factory fill; full synthetic 5W-20 is fine.
2012–2014 Ford F-150 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (Coyote) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C945-A / API SN |
| Capacity (with filter) | 7.7 qt / 7.3 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-500S |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG10575, Wix 57502, Purolator PL22500 |
| Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months (normal); 5,000 mi (severe) |
7.7 qt with filter, noticeably more than the V6s; don't short-fill from a 5-quart jug.
2012–2014 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (1st gen, twin-turbo) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C946-A / API SN |
| Capacity (with filter) | 6 qt / 5.7 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-500S |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG10575, Wix 57502 |
| Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi (severe/towing) |
EcoBoost engines take 5W-30, not the 5W-20 the naturally aspirated engines use. Turbos are hard on oil, many owners change at 5,000 mi.
2012–2014 Ford F-150 6.2L SOHC V8 (Boss) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil standard | Ford WSS-M2C945-A / API SN |
| Capacity (with filter) | 7 qt / 6.6 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-820-S |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG2, Wix 57045 |
| Change interval | Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi (severe) |
The 6.2L uses the larger FL-820-S filter, not the FL-500S the other engines take. Two spark plugs per cylinder (16 total).
Which Ford F-150 model years does this cover?
These oil 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 oil: common questions
How many quarts of oil does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 take?
- It depends on the engine. The 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 (Duratec) takes 6 quarts; The 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (Coyote) takes 7.7 quarts; The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (1st gen, twin-turbo) takes 6 quarts; The 6.2L SOHC V8 (Boss) takes 7 quarts, all figures include a new filter.
What kind of oil does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 take?
- 5W-20 meeting Ford WSS-M2C945-A / API SN. Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above.
Can you use a different viscosity in a 2012–2014 Ford F-150?
- The factory specification is 5W-20 and no alternate grade is listed for this engine. Modern variable-valve-timing hardware is sized around the specified viscosity, so substituting a thicker oil is not a free choice.
How often does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 need an oil change?
- Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, max 10,000 mi / 12 months (normal); 5,000 mi or less (severe/towing). Short trips, towing, extended idling, and dusty or very cold conditions all put the vehicle on the severe-service side of that interval.
What oil filter does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 take?
- The OEM filter is Motorcraft FL-500S. Common equivalents: Fram XG10575, Wix 57502, Purolator PL22500.
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