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2018 Ford F-450-super-duty Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2018-2019 (2018-2019).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil (6.7L Eng)
3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) β MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D
Automatic Transmission Fluid (6.7L Eng)
16.00 QTS. (15.14 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Use the correct automatic transmission fluid. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick blade or the dipstick handle. 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. Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type A or Type B.
Brake Fluid
β MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.
Differential Gear Oil (6.7L Eng)
3.80 QTS. (3.59 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
Differential Gear Oil
β MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: Capacity is: 3.3 - 3.5 qt.
Engine Coolant (6.7L Eng)
11.40 QTS. (10.78 L) β MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifeeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
Engine Oil (6.7L Eng)
13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) β MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil
Power Steering Fluid
β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Keep fluid level between MIN and MAX on reservoir.
Transfer Case Fluid
1.90 QTS. (1.79 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV
Air Cond Compressor Oil (6.8L Eng)
4.10 OZS. (0.12 L) β MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D
Automatic Transmission Fluid (6.8L Eng)
17.40 QTS. (16.46 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV
Differential Gear Oil (6.8L Eng)
3.80 QTS. (3.59 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
Engine Coolant (6.8L Eng)
25.90 QTS. (24.51 L) β MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
Engine Oil (6.8L Eng)
7.00 QTS. (6.62 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil; MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil
Notes
- βUse the correct automatic transmission fluid. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick blade or the dipstick handle. 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. Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type A or Type B.
- βSpecification: WSS-M99C130-A.
- βMOTORCRAFT Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A).
- βCapacity is: 3.3 - 3.5 qt.
- βAdd the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
- βKeep fluid level between MIN and MAX on reservoir.
- βFollow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
- βThe air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant R-134a under high pressure. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
This vehicle's factory manual
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2018 Ford F-450-super-duty?
- The 2018 Ford F-450-super-duty fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil (6.7L Eng): 3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) β MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D, Automatic Transmission Fluid (6.7L Eng): 16.00 QTS. (15.14 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Use the correct automatic transmission fluid. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick blade or the dipstick handle. 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. Fill to the proper capacity according to dipstick Type A or Type B., Brake Fluid: β MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent., Differential Gear Oil (6.7L Eng): 3.80 QTS. (3.59 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, Differential Gear Oil: β MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: Capacity is: 3.3 - 3.5 qt., Engine Coolant (6.7L Eng): 11.40 QTS. (10.78 L) β MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifeeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle., Engine Oil (6.7L Eng): 13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) β MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil, Power Steering Fluid: β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Keep fluid level between MIN and MAX on reservoir., Transfer Case Fluid: 1.90 QTS. (1.79 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV, Air Cond Compressor Oil (6.8L Eng): 4.10 OZS. (0.12 L) β MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D, Automatic Transmission Fluid (6.8L Eng): 17.40 QTS. (16.46 L) β MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV, Differential Gear Oil (6.8L Eng): 3.80 QTS. (3.59 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant, Engine Coolant (6.8L Eng): 25.90 QTS. (24.51 L) β MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle., Engine Oil (6.8L Eng): 7.00 QTS. (6.62 L) β MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil; MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil.
- How much engine oil does a 2018 Ford F-450-super-duty take?
- Engine oil capacity depends on the engine and whether the filter is changed. Check the applicable manual for your exact vehicle and service procedure before filling.
