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2016 Ford Expedition El Ssv Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2016-2017 (2016-2017).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
7.00 OZS. (0.2 L) β PAG 46
Automatic Transmission Fluid
13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV.
Brake Fluid
β MOTORCRAFT High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid. MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
Differential Gear Oil
4.00 PTS. (1.89 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Gear Lubricant Note: Add 4 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting FORD Specification: (EST-M2C118-A). Install friction modifier in axle before installing lubricant.
Engine Coolant
18.00 QTS. (17.03 L) β MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
Engine Oil
6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil Note: Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
Transfer Case Fluid
1.50 QTS. (1.41 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Approximate capacity.
Notes
- βIndicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV.
- βAdd 4 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting FORD Specification: (EST-M2C118-A). Install friction modifier in axle before installing lubricant.
- βAdd the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
- βUse of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty.
- βApproximate capacity.
- βFollow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
This vehicle's factory manual
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2016 Ford Expedition El Ssv?
- The 2016 Ford Expedition El Ssv fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 7.00 OZS. (0.2 L) β PAG 46, Automatic Transmission Fluid: 13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV., Brake Fluid: β MOTORCRAFT High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid. MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid, Differential Gear Oil: 4.00 PTS. (1.89 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Gear Lubricant Note: Add 4 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting FORD Specification: (EST-M2C118-A). Install friction modifier in axle before installing lubricant., Engine Coolant: 18.00 QTS. (17.03 L) β MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle., Engine Oil: 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil Note: Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty., Transfer Case Fluid: 1.50 QTS. (1.41 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Approximate capacity..
- How much engine oil does a 2016 Ford Expedition El Ssv take?
- The 2016 Ford Expedition El Ssv takes 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil Note: Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty..
