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2018 Ford Expedition Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2018 (2018).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
6.10 OZS. (0.18 L) — PAG Oil/ YN-35
Automatic Transmission Fluid
13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: FORD's update: From first print: ATF LV to second print: ATF ULV. 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.
Brake Fluid
— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.
Differential Gear Oil
2.40 QTS. (2.27 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: Add 4.0 - 5.0 fl oz of MOTORCRAFT Additive Friction Modifier / XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A)
Engine Coolant
18.00 QTS. (17.03 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
Engine Oil
6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil Note: SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F).
Transfer Case Fluid
1.50 QTS. (1.41 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Approximate capacity.
Notes
- →FORD's update: From first print: ATF LV to second print: ATF ULV. 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.
- →Add 4.0 - 5.0 fl oz of MOTORCRAFT Additive Friction Modifier / XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A)
- →Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
- →SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F).
- →Approximate capacity.
- →Follow 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 2018 Ford Expedition?
- The 2018 Ford Expedition fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 6.10 OZS. (0.18 L) — PAG Oil/ YN-35, Automatic Transmission Fluid: 13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: FORD's update: From first print: ATF LV to second print: ATF ULV. 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., Brake Fluid: — MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent., Differential Gear Oil: 2.40 QTS. (2.27 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: Add 4.0 - 5.0 fl oz of MOTORCRAFT Additive Friction Modifier / XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A), Engine Coolant: 18.00 QTS. (17.03 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle., Engine Oil: 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil Note: SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F)., Transfer Case Fluid: 1.50 QTS. (1.41 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Approximate capacity..
- How much engine oil does a 2018 Ford Expedition take?
- The 2018 Ford Expedition takes 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil Note: SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F)..