2021 Ford F-150 Pickup Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your ultimate DIY maintenance guide for the 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup, including exact engine oil capacity, the manufacturer recommended oil viscosity and type, and the correct OEM and aftermarket oil filters.
We cover all available engine options categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get pinpoint accuracy for your specific vehicle configuration. Keep reading to discover everything required for a successful 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 6-cylinder [P] P Turbo | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-2062-A |
| 3.0L 6-cylinder [1] 1 Diesel Turbo | 6.6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C) SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Above -29°C) | Ford FL-2081 |
| 3.3L 6-cylinder [B] B Flex | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-500-S |
| 3.5L 6-cylinder [4] 4 Turbo | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-500-S |
| 3.5L 6-cylinder [8] 998 J Turbo | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-500-S |
| 3.5L 6-cylinder [D] 99D Q Turbo | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-500-S |
| 3.5L 6-cylinder [G] F Turbo | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-500-S |
| 5.0L 8-cylinder [5] 5 Flex | 7.7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-500-S |
Select Your 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup Engine Option
2.7L 6-cylinder Engine Code [P] P Turbo
Engine:
2.7L 6-cylinder [P] P Turbo [aka 2.7L V6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Lariat, XL, XLT
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
FT4Z-6731-A
2021 Ford F-150 Pickup 2.7L 6-cylinder [P] P Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOB4
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-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A
3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code [1] 1 Diesel Turbo
Engine:
3.0L 6-cylinder [1] 1 Diesel Turbo [aka 3.0L V6 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, XL, XLT
Oil Capacity:
6.6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Above -29°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2021 Ford F-150 Pickup 3.0L 6-cylinder [1] 1 Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO87
Oil Capacity:
6.6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) - For Normal Service the OEM Recommends the use of FA-4 SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30. For severe duty service or for when bio-diesel fuel blends (B20 Max) are used, the OEM recommends the use of API CK-4 SAE 5W-40. For Extremely cold climates the OEM recommends API CK-4 SAE 0W-40.
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C) - For Normal Service the OEM Recommends the use of FA-4 SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30. For severe duty service or for when bio-diesel fuel blends (B20 Max) are used, the OEM recommends the use of API CK-4 SAE 5W-40. For Extremely cold climates the OEM recommends API CK-4 SAE 0W-40.
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Above -29°C) - For Normal Service the OEM Recommends the use of FA-4 SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30. For severe duty service or for when bio-diesel fuel blends (B20 Max) are used, the OEM recommends the use of API CK-4 SAE 5W-40. For Extremely cold climates the OEM recommends API CK-4 SAE 0W-40.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
For normal service, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) recommends using FA-4 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30. For severe duty service or when using bio-diesel fuel blends (B20 maximum), the OEM recommends using American Petroleum Institute (API) CK-4 SAE 5W-40. For extremely cold climates, the OEM recommends API CK-4 0W-40.
3.3L 6-cylinder Engine Code [B] B Flex
Engine:
3.3L 6-cylinder [B] B Flex [aka 3.3L V6 (Flex)]
Body & Trims:
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
BU2Z-6731-A
2021 Ford F-150 Pickup 3.3L 6-cylinder [B] B Flex oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOB3
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:
19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
If you are using E85 or M85 fuels, use AMSOIL of the appropriate viscosity and follow the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) recommended drain interval. Extended oil drain intervals are only possible if you perform an oil analysis when using these types of fuels.
3.5L 6-cylinder Engine Code [4] 4 Turbo
Engine:
3.5L 6-cylinder [4] 4 Turbo [aka 3.5L V6 (Electric/Gas)]
Body & Trims:
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
BU2Z-6731-A
2021 Ford F-150 Pickup 3.5L 6-cylinder [4] 4 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOB4
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-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.5L 6-cylinder Engine Code [8] 998 J Turbo
Engine:
3.5L 6-cylinder [8] 998 J Turbo [aka 3.5L V6 (Electric/Gas)]
Body & Trims:
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
BU2Z-6731-A
2021 Ford F-150 Pickup 3.5L 6-cylinder [8] 998 J Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOB4
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-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.5L 6-cylinder Engine Code [D] 99D Q Turbo
Engine:
3.5L 6-cylinder [D] 99D Q Turbo [aka 3.5L V6 (Electric/Gas)]
Body & Trims:
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
BU2Z-6731-A
2021 Ford F-150 Pickup 3.5L 6-cylinder [D] 99D Q Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOB4
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-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
3.5L 6-cylinder Engine Code [G] F Turbo
Engine:
3.5L 6-cylinder [G] F Turbo [aka 3.5L V6 (Electric/Gas)]
Body & Trims:
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
BU2Z-6731-A
2021 Ford F-150 Pickup 3.5L 6-cylinder [G] F Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOB4
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-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
5.0L 8-cylinder Engine Code [5] 5 Flex
Engine:
5.0L 8-cylinder [5] 5 Flex [aka 5.0L V8 (Flex)]
Body & Trims:
King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT
Oil Capacity:
7.7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
BU2Z-6731-A
2021 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.0L 8-cylinder [5] 5 Flex oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOB4
Oil Capacity:
7.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
If you are using E85 or M85 fuels, use AMSOIL of the appropriate viscosity and follow the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) recommended drain interval. Extended oil drain intervals are only possible if you perform an oil analysis when using these types of fuels.
People also ask – 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup
What is the oil capacity of a 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup?
Depending on the specific engine option, the 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup oil capacity ranges from 6 to 7.7 quarts. Here is the exact oil capacity breakdown for each available engine configuration:
• 2.7L 6-cylinder ([P] P Turbo): 6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.0L 6-cylinder ([1] 1 Diesel Turbo): 6.6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.3L 6-cylinder ([B] B Flex): 6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([4] 4 Turbo): 6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([8] 998 J Turbo): 6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([D] 99D Q Turbo): 6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([G] F Turbo): 6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 5.0L 8-cylinder ([5] 5 Flex): 7.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Always check your dipstick after refilling to ensure the proper level.
What type of oil does a 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup use?
Across its 8 available engine configurations, the 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup uses the following motor oil viscosities: SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS), SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS)SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Above -29°C) and SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS). Using the correct manufacturer-approved oil weight is crucial for engine health. Here are the specific oil type requirements by engine:
• 2.7L 6-cylinder ([P] P Turbo):Grade: SEOB4
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 3.0L 6-cylinder ([1] 1 Diesel Turbo):
Grade: SEO87
SAE 0W-40 (All TEMPS) - For Normal Service the OEM Recommends the use of FA-4 SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30. For severe duty service or for when bio-diesel fuel blends (B20 Max) are used, the OEM recommends the use of API CK-4 SAE 5W-40. For Extremely cold climates the OEM recommends API CK-4 SAE 0W-40.
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C) - For Normal Service the OEM Recommends the use of FA-4 SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30. For severe duty service or for when bio-diesel fuel blends (B20 Max) are used, the OEM recommends the use of API CK-4 SAE 5W-40. For Extremely cold climates the OEM recommends API CK-4 SAE 0W-40.
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Above -29°C) - For Normal Service the OEM Recommends the use of FA-4 SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30. For severe duty service or for when bio-diesel fuel blends (B20 Max) are used, the OEM recommends the use of API CK-4 SAE 5W-40. For Extremely cold climates the OEM recommends API CK-4 SAE 0W-40.
• 3.3L 6-cylinder ([B] B Flex):
Grade: SEOB3
SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([4] 4 Turbo):
Grade: SEOB4
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([8] 998 J Turbo):
Grade: SEOB4
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([D] 99D Q Turbo):
Grade: SEOB4
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([G] F Turbo):
Grade: SEOB4
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 5.0L 8-cylinder ([5] 5 Flex):
Grade: SEOB4
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
What is the best oil filter for the 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup?
The proper oil filter depends on your exact engine code. The 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup utilizes the following premium aftermarket Wix oil filters across its lineup: WL10050-EA, WL7490-EA and 57502-EA. Here is the specific OEM and aftermarket filter data for each engine:
• 2.7L 6-cylinder ([P] P Turbo):OEM Filter: Ford FL-2062-A
Wix Filter: WL10050-EA
• 3.0L 6-cylinder ([1] 1 Diesel Turbo):
OEM Filter: Ford FL-2081
Wix Filter: WL7490-EA
• 3.3L 6-cylinder ([B] B Flex):
OEM Filter: Ford FL-500-S
Wix Filter: 57502-EA
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([4] 4 Turbo):
OEM Filter: Ford FL-500-S
Wix Filter: 57502-EA
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([8] 998 J Turbo):
OEM Filter: Ford FL-500-S
Wix Filter: 57502-EA
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([D] 99D Q Turbo):
OEM Filter: Ford FL-500-S
Wix Filter: 57502-EA
• 3.5L 6-cylinder ([G] F Turbo):
OEM Filter: Ford FL-500-S
Wix Filter: 57502-EA
• 5.0L 8-cylinder ([5] 5 Flex):
OEM Filter: Ford FL-500-S
Wix Filter: 57502-EA
How often should I change the oil in my 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup?
For modern models running full synthetic oil, oil change intervals are typically every 7,500 to 10,000 miles. However, for older Ford F-150 Pickup generations (1985-2010) or those using conventional/synthetic-blend fluid, changing the oil and filter every 3,000 to 5,000 miles is highly recommended to prevent sludge buildup. Regardless of engine (2.7L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder, 3.3L 6-cylinder, 3.5L 6-cylinder and 5.0L 8-cylinder), you should change your oil at least once a year even if you don’t reach the mileage limit.