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2018 Ford Mustang Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2018 (2018).
Quick Answer
Automatic Transmission Fluid (5.0L Eng)
11.80 QTS. (11.16 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler and tubes.
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)
10.00 QTS. (9.46 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil Note: SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather.
Manual Transmission Fluid (5.0L Eng)
2.70 QTS. (2.55 L) — MOTORCRAFT Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Differential Gear Oil (5.2L 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 (5.2L 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 (5.2L Eng)
10.00 QTS. (9.46 L) — MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil
Manual Transmission Fluid (5.2L Eng)
2.50 QTS. (2.36 L) — MOTORCRAFT Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Notes
- →Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler and tubes.
- →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.
- →SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather.
- →Approximate capacity.
This vehicle's factory manual
2018 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 2018 Ford Mustang?
- The 2018 Ford Mustang fluid capacities are: Automatic Transmission Fluid (5.0L Eng): 11.80 QTS. (11.16 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler and tubes., 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): 10.00 QTS. (9.46 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil Note: SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather., Manual Transmission Fluid (5.0L Eng): 2.70 QTS. (2.55 L) — MOTORCRAFT Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid, Differential Gear Oil (5.2L 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 (5.2L 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 (5.2L Eng): 10.00 QTS. (9.46 L) — MOTORCRAFT Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SAE 5W-50 Motor Oil, Manual Transmission Fluid (5.2L Eng): 2.50 QTS. (2.36 L) — MOTORCRAFT Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid.
- How much engine oil does a 2018 Ford Mustang take?
- The 2018 Ford Mustang takes 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..