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Ford F-150 Lightning Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the Ford F-150 Lightning. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-05-12 β€’ Reading time: 8 min β€’ By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

Quick Answer

2023-2024 Ford F-150 Lightning: 4.70 OZS. (0.13 L) β€” POE Oil YN-34 Note: Approximate capacity.

GenerationYearsTop spec
2023-20242023-20244.70 OZS. (0.13 L) β€” POE Oil YN-34 Note: Approximate capacity.
202220224.70 OZS. (0.13 L) β€” POE Oil YN-34

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2023-2024 Ford F-150 Lightning: 4.70 OZS. (0.13 L) β€” POE Oil YN-34 Note: Approximate capacity.

Fluid type and capacity can change by engine, drivetrain, and transmission. Verify the exact branch before filling anything. Once the spec is confirmed, use the supplies and purchase links below to build the full one-trip shopping list before you start the repair.

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2023-2024

2023-2024
Air Cond Compressor Oil4.70 OZS. (0.13 L) β€” POE Oil YN-34 Note: Approximate capacity.
Air Cond Refrigerant1.34 LBS. (0.6 KG) β€” R-1234yf
Engine Coolant15.43 QTS. (14.6 L) β€” MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant Note: Capacity is between: 16.30-17.80 qts.
Windshield Washer Fluidβ€” MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant
Notes
  • β†’Approximate capacity.
  • β†’Capacity is between: 15.30-16.80 qts.
  • β†’Capacity is between: 16.30-17.80 qts.

2022

2022
Air Cond Compressor Oil4.70 OZS. (0.13 L) β€” POE Oil YN-34
Air Cond Refrigerant1.34 LBS. (0.6 KG) β€” R-1234yf
Brake Fluidβ€” 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.
Engine Coolant15.43 QTS. (14.6 L) β€” MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant Note: Capacity is between: 16.30-17.80 qts.
Windshield Washer Fluidβ€” MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant
Notes
  • β†’Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2.
  • β†’Capacity is between: 15.30-16.80 qts.
  • β†’Capacity is between: 16.30-17.80 qts.
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Spec Snapshot

Engine Coolant
15.43 QTS. (14.6 L) β€” MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant Note: Capacity is between: 16.30-17.80 qts.
Air Cond Compressor Oil
4.70 OZS. (0.13 L) β€” POE Oil YN-34 Note: Approximate capacity.
Air Cond Refrigerant
1.34 LBS. (0.6 KG) β€” R-1234yf

Correct coolant for this platform

Match chemistry and color family before topping off or flushing.

Mixing coolant types can cause gel formation and overheating.

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Transmission fluid for your gearbox

Fluid choice must match the transmission specification.

Incorrect ATF is a common cause of poor shift quality.

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Brake fluid and bleed kit

DOT-rated fluid plus simple bleeding tools.

Moisture-heavy brake fluid lowers boiling performance over time.

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Long-neck funnel and extractor

Useful for topping off and moving fluids cleanly.

These save time when the fill point is awkward or hidden.

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Shop towels and gloves

Basic cleanup gear for any fluid service job.

Cleanup tools make every service easier and safer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this data from?
Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.

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Written by AllOEMManuals Editorial Team. Reviewed by ASE-certified technicians and updated with factory-reference checks for fitment-sensitive steps.

This guide was drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy by a human editor.

Last updated: 2026-05-12

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