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2018 Ford Taurus Sho Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2018 (2018).
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Air Cond Compressor Oil
5.24 OZS. (0.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12D
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6F55)
11.60 QTS. (10.97 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV
Brake Fluid
— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.
Differential Gear Oil (AWD)
2.40 PTS. (1.13 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
Engine Coolant
11.40 QTS. (10.78 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
Engine Oil (Turbocharger)
6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
Transfer Case Fluid
18.00 OZS. (0.53 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
Notes
- →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 of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
- →Use only MOTOCRAFT DOT 4 LV High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2 and ISO 4925 Class 6. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause brake system damage. Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir.
- →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).
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2018 Ford Taurus Sho?
- The 2018 Ford Taurus Sho fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 5.24 OZS. (0.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12D, Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6F55): 11.60 QTS. (10.97 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV, Brake Fluid: — MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent., Differential Gear Oil (AWD): 2.40 PTS. (1.13 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant, Engine Coolant: 11.40 QTS. (10.78 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted, Engine Oil (Turbocharger): 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Transfer Case Fluid: 18.00 OZS. (0.53 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant.
- How much engine oil does a 2018 Ford Taurus Sho take?
- The 2018 Ford Taurus Sho takes 5.24 OZS. (0.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12D.