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2016 Ford Mustang Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2016-2017 (2016-2017).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
4.00 OZS. (0.11 L) — PAG 46
Automatic Transmission Fluid (5.0L Eng)
11.80 QTS. (11.16 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler and tubes. Automatic Transmission that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV ATF.
Brake Fluid
— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent. Note: Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir.
Differential Gear Oil (5.0L Eng)
3.20 PTS. (1.51 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid GearLubricant Note: Add 4 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting FORD Specification: (EST-M2C118-A) for a complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axle.
Engine Coolant (5.0L Eng)
15.20 QTS. (14.38 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity. Some applications may vary.
Engine Oil (5.0L Eng)
8.00 QTS. (7.57 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil Note: The engine has been designed to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford specifications. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API certification mark for gasoline engines. 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. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system.
Manual Transmission Fluid (5.0L Eng)
2.70 QTS. (2.55 L) — MOTORCRAFT Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Notes
- →Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler and tubes. Automatic Transmission that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV ATF.
- →Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir.
- →Add 4 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting FORD Specification: (EST-M2C118-A) for a complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axle.
- →Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity. Some applications may vary.
- →The engine has been designed to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford specifications. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API certification mark for gasoline engines. 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. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system.
- →Approximate capacity.
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2016 Ford Mustang: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2016 Ford Mustang?
- The 2016 Ford Mustang fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 4.00 OZS. (0.11 L) — PAG 46, Automatic Transmission Fluid (5.0L Eng): 11.80 QTS. (11.16 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler and tubes. Automatic Transmission that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV ATF., Brake Fluid: — MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent. Note: Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir., Differential Gear Oil (5.0L Eng): 3.20 PTS. (1.51 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid GearLubricant Note: Add 4 oz. of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting FORD Specification: (EST-M2C118-A) for a complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axle., Engine Coolant (5.0L Eng): 15.20 QTS. (14.38 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity. Some applications may vary., Engine Oil (5.0L Eng): 8.00 QTS. (7.57 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil Note: The engine has been designed to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford specifications. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API certification mark for gasoline engines. 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. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system., Manual Transmission Fluid (5.0L Eng): 2.70 QTS. (2.55 L) — MOTORCRAFT Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid.
- How much engine oil does a 2016 Ford Mustang take?
- The 2016 Ford Mustang takes 4.00 OZS. (0.11 L) — PAG 46.