2021–2025 14th generation (2021–2025; 2024 facelift)
2021–2025 Ford F-150 Fluid Types and Capacities
Which transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid the 2021–2025 Ford F-150 takes, with capacities and the specifications each one has to meet. Transmission: 10R80 10-speed (all engines incl. hybrid's modified 10R80): MERCON ULV only, ~13 qt total fill; drain-and-fill ~5–6 qt. No dipstick on most, level via fill/check plug at temperature.. Coolant: Motorcraft Yellow (VC-13DL-G, WSS-M97B57-A2), pre-diluted 50/50. Long-life: first change ~100k, then per manual. Don't substitute Orange or Gold..
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2021–2025 Ford F-150 fluid guide
High confidence| System | Fluid type & capacity |
|---|---|
| Coolant | Motorcraft Yellow (VC-13DL-G, WSS-M97B57-A2), pre-diluted 50/50. Long-life: first change ~100k, then per manual. Don't substitute Orange or Gold. |
| Transmission | 10R80 10-speed (all engines incl. hybrid's modified 10R80): MERCON ULV only, ~13 qt total fill; drain-and-fill ~5–6 qt. No dipstick on most, level via fill/check plug at temperature. |
| Brake fluid | Motorcraft DOT 4 LV (WSS-M6C65-A2), match the reservoir cap |
| Power steering | None (electric power steering) |
| Differential | Rear: SAE 75W-85 synthetic (standard) or 75W-140 (Max Tow/HDPP 9.75-in HD axle. Check 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 2021 through 2025 — the 14th generation (2021–2025; 2024 facelift), full-size pickup (aluminum body; hybrid available; lightning ev is a separate model). 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 2021–2025 Ford F-150
- 2021Generation launch: PowerBoost hybrid + Pro Power Onboard debut, 10R80 across the lineup, final Power Stroke diesel year; busy first-year recall list (steering gear 21V-407, EBB 21V-533, driveshaft 21V-381/21V-986)
- 2022Raptor returns on 37s (optional); Lightning EV launches as a separate model; LED headlamp module recalls begin (22V-686)
- 2023Raptor R (5.2L supercharged V8) added; final year of the 3.3L V6 and rear Max-Tow axle recall window (23V-896)
- 2024Facelift: new fascias, standard 12-in screens, Pro Access tailgate; 2.7L EcoBoost becomes the base engine; hybrid renamed simply 'hybrid' and price gap narrowed
- 2025Carryover; 2024-built trucks fall under the 25V-488 electronic brake booster software recall. Check VIN
2021–2025 Ford F-150 fluids: common questions
What transmission fluid does a 2021–2025 Ford F-150 take?
- 10R80 10-speed (all engines incl. hybrid's modified 10R80): MERCON ULV only, ~13 qt total fill; drain-and-fill ~5–6 qt. No dipstick on most, level via fill/check plug at temperature.. 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 2021–2025 Ford F-150 use?
- Motorcraft Yellow (VC-13DL-G, WSS-M97B57-A2), pre-diluted 50/50. Long-life: first change ~100k, then per manual. Don't substitute Orange or Gold..
What brake fluid does a 2021–2025 Ford F-150 take?
- Motorcraft DOT 4 LV (WSS-M6C65-A2), match the reservoir cap.
What differential fluid does a 2021–2025 Ford F-150 take?
- Rear: SAE 75W-85 synthetic (standard) or 75W-140 (Max Tow/HDPP 9.75-in HD axle. Check axle tag); front (4x4): SAE 80W-90.
Sources
- 2022 Ford F-150 Owner's Manual (Ford service content), capacities and specifications
- F150gen14 forum, 2021 5.0L 5W-30 / 7.7-qt sump change discussion (owner's manual excerpts)
- NHTSA recall 24V-635 chronology, 2.7L/3.0L EcoBoost intake valves
- Astro Ford / NHTSA, F-150 recall hub (driveshaft, trailer brake, axle, EBB campaigns)
- Car and Driver, Ford EcoBoost intake-valve engine failure recall
- fueleconomy.gov, 2023 Ford F-150 EPA ratings
- Wheel-Size.com, 2022 Ford F-150 OE fitments
- Cars.com, 2021 F-150 towing capacities breakdown (14,000-lb max)
- Motorcraft, MERCON ULV automatic transmission fluid (10R80)