2003 Ford Excursion Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2003 Ford Excursion oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2003 Ford Excursion, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.
We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 2003 Ford Excursion oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.4L 8-cylinder [F] F Diesel Turbo | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-1995-A |
| 6.0L 8-cylinder [P] P Diesel Turbo | 15 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (-29 To -18°C) SAE 10W-30 (-23 To 32°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (-29 To -1°C) | Ford FL-2016 |
| 6.8L 10-cyl [L] L | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-820-S |
| 7.3L 8-cylinder [S] S | 15 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (Below -18°C) SAE 10W-30 (-23 To 32°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below -1°C) | Ford FL-820-S |
Select Your 2003 Ford Excursion Engine Option
5.4L 8-cylinder Engine Code [F] F Diesel Turbo
Engine:
5.4L 8-cylinder [F] F Diesel Turbo [aka 5.4L V8 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
F4TZ-6731-A, FL-1995
2003 Ford Excursion 5.4L 8-cylinder [F] F Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO15
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
10 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
6.0L 8-cylinder Engine Code [P] P Diesel Turbo
Engine:
6.0L 8-cylinder [P] P Diesel Turbo [aka 6.0L V8 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT
Oil Capacity:
15 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (-29 To -18°C)
SAE 10W-30 (-23 To 32°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (-29 To -1°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2003 Ford Excursion 6.0L 8-cylinder [P] P Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO84
Oil Capacity:
15 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (-29 To -18°C) - Ford's Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 05-16-6 confirms that the shown viscosity is acceptable to use in the shown temperature range.
SAE 10W-30 (-23 To 32°C) - According to Ford's Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 05-16-6, Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 10W-30 is acceptable for use in operating temperatures from -1°C (31°F) to 32°C (90°F). SAE 10W-30 is the preferred viscosity if the operating temperature varies from -20°C (-4°F) to -1°C (31°F).
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) - Ford's Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 05-16-6 states that Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 15W-40 is acceptable for use in operating temperatures from -12°C (11°F) to -1°C (31°F). SAE 15W-40 is the preferred viscosity if the operating temperature is above -1°C (31°F).
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (-29 To -1°C) - Ford's Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 05-16-6 confirms that the shown viscosity is acceptable to use in the shown temperature range.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
27.5 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
32 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
When the American Petroleum Institute (API) CK-4 standard was released in 2016, Ford replaced its original recommendation of WSS-M2C171-D with WSS-M2C171-F1. Ford Motor Company maintains its recommendation for motor oils meeting the specific Ford WSS-M2C171-F1 specification instead of generic CK-4 oils for its 3.2L, 6.7L, and older diesel engines (4.5L, 6.0L, 6.4L, and 7.3L). This is due to tests showing some CK-4 formulations offered less wear protection than the CJ-4 oils licensed before 2016. As a result, Ford added specific requirements to its WSS-M2C171-F1 standard for better wear protection. As a result, Ford added specific requirements to its WSS-M2C171-F1 standard for better wear protection. Following the practice of many Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Ford recommends using oils that meet its own standard, the Ford Material Engineering Specification WSS-M2C171-F1.
6.8L 10-cyl Engine Code [L] L
Engine:
6.8L 10-cyl [L] L [aka 6.8L V10 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
F1AZ-6731-A
2003 Ford Excursion 6.8L 10-cyl [L] L oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO15
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
17 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
7.3L 8-cylinder Engine Code [S] S
Engine:
7.3L 8-cylinder [S] S [aka 7.3L V8 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT
Oil Capacity:
15 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (Below -18°C)
SAE 10W-30 (-23 To 32°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below -1°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
F1AZ-6731-A
2003 Ford Excursion 7.3L 8-cylinder [S] S oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO84
Oil Capacity:
15 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (Below -18°C)
SAE 10W-30 (-23 To 32°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below -1°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
In 2016, with the introduction of the American Petroleum Institute (API) CK-4 standard, Ford superseded its original recommendation of WSS-M2C171-C with the new WSS-M2C171-F1 specification. Ford's official stance is to continue recommending motor oils meeting Ford's WSS-M2C171-F1 specification over standard CK-4 oils for its 3.2L, 6.7L, and older diesel engines (4.5L, 6.0L, 6.4L, and 7.3L). This is because testing on some CK-4 oils revealed inadequate wear protection compared to previous CJ-4 formulas. To address this, Ford's WSS-M2C171-F1 standard includes extra requirements for added wear protection. Similar to other diesel engine manufacturers, Ford advises using oils that meet its specific internal Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standard, which is the Ford Material Engineering Specification WSS-M2C171-F1.