Where is this data from?

Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.

Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the Ford Transit-250 PTV?

Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code — do not guess across generations.

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Ford Transit-250 PTV Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the Ford Transit-250 PTV. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-10-29 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

Quick Answer

2023-2024 Ford Transit-250 PTV: 7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Generation	Years	Top spec
2023-2024	2023-2024	7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D
2022	2022	7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D
2021	2021	7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Structured Spec Sheet // Ford Transit-250 PTV Fluid Capacities

Quick Answer:2023-2024 Ford Transit-250 PTV: 7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Compressor Oil ( Normally Aspirated) (2023-2024):7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Normally Aspirated) (2023-2024):2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid (2023-2024):13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV

Brake Fluid (2023-2024):— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Differential Gear Oil (2023-2024):6.00 PTS. (2.83 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant

Engine Coolant (2023-2024):12.40 QTS. (11.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil ( Normally Aspirated) (2023-2024):12.00 QTS. (11.35 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Fuel Tank (2023-2024):25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Transfer Case Fluid (2023-2024):1.47 QTS. (1.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV

Windshield Washer Fluid (2023-2024):4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Compressor Oil ( Turbocharger) (2023-2024):7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Turbocharger) (2023-2024):3.15 LBS. (1.42 KG) — R-134a

Engine Oil ( Turbocharger) (2023-2024):6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Air Cond Compressor Oil ( Normally Aspirated) (2022):7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Normally Aspirated) (2022):2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid (2022):13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV

Brake Fluid (2022):— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Differential Gear Oil (2022):6.00 PTS. (2.83 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant

Engine Coolant (2022):12.40 QTS. (11.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil ( Normally Aspirated) (2022):6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Fuel Tank (2022):25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Transfer Case Fluid (2022):1.47 QTS. (1.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV

Windshield Washer Fluid (2022):4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Compressor Oil ( Turbocharger) (2022):7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Turbocharger) (2022):3.15 LBS. (1.42 KG) — R-134a

Engine Oil ( Turbocharger) (2022):6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Air Cond Compressor Oil ( Normally Aspirated) (2021):7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Normally Aspirated) (2021):2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid (2021):13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV

Brake Fluid (2021):— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Differential Gear Oil (2021):6.00 PTS. (2.83 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant

Engine Coolant (2021):12.40 QTS. (11.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil ( Normally Aspirated) (2021):6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Fuel Tank (2021):25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Transfer Case Fluid (2021):1.47 QTS. (1.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV

Windshield Washer Fluid (2021):4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Compressor Oil ( Turbocharger) (2021):7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Turbocharger) (2021):3.15 LBS. (1.42 KG) — R-134a

Engine Oil ( Turbocharger) (2021):6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Air Cond Compressor Oil (3.5 L Eng, Normally Aspirated) (2020):9.50 OZS. (0.28 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (3.5 L Eng, Normally Aspirated) (2020):2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid ( Trans Mfr C D 10 R80) (2020):13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV

Brake Fluid (2020):— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (2020):6.30 GALS. (23.84 L) Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Differential Gear Oil (2020):3.00 PTS. (1.41 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant

Engine Coolant (2020):12.40 QTS. (11.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil ( Normally Aspirated) (2020):6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Fuel Tank (2020):25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Transfer Case Fluid (2020):1.40 QTS. (1.32 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV

Windshield Washer Fluid (2020):4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Compressor Oil (3.5 L Eng, Turbocharger) (2020):7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (3.5 L Eng, Turbocharger) (2020):3.15 LBS. (1.42 KG) — R-134a

Engine Oil ( Turbocharger) (2020):6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Air Cond Compressor Oil (2018-2019):5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Diesel) (2018-2019):2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid (2018-2019):13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: If the transmission fluid does not drain from the oil leveling plug hole, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.25 L (at operating temperature of 85 - 93 Deg.C, respectively 185 - 199Deg.F) until the fluid level is even with the oil leveling plug hole.

Brake Fluid (2018-2019):— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (2018-2019):5.50 GALS. (20.81 L) — MOTORCRAFT Diesel Exhaust Fluid PM-27-Gal/PM-27-jug Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Differential Gear Oil (2018-2019):2.90 QTS. (2.74 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: For complete refill of limited slip Ford axles, add 4.0 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.

Engine Coolant (3.2 L Eng) (2018-2019):13.90 QTS. (13.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.2 L Eng) (2018-2019):11.60 QTS. (10.97 L) — SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-40 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Fuel Tank (2018-2019):25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Power Steering Fluid (2018-2019):— MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV XT-10-QLVC

Windshield Washer Fluid (2018-2019):4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Gas) (2018-2019):2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.5 L Eng) (2018-2019):14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.5 L Eng) (2018-2019):5.40 QTS. (5.11 L) — SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Gas/ Ethanol) (2018-2019):2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.7 L Eng) (2018-2019):14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.7 L Eng) (2018-2019):5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Air Cond Compressor Oil (2017):5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Diesel) (2017):2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid (2017):13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: If the transmission fluid does not drain from the oil leveling plug hole, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.25 L (at operating temperature of 85 - 93 Deg.C, respectively 185 - 199Deg.F) until the fluid level is even with the oil leveling plug hole.

Brake Fluid (2017):— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (2017):5.50 GALS. (20.81 L) — MOTORCRAFT Diesel Exhaust Fluid PM-27-Gal/PM-27-jug Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Differential Gear Oil (2017):2.90 QTS. (2.74 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: For complete refill of limited slip Ford axles, add 4.0 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.

Engine Coolant (3.2 L Eng) (2017):13.90 QTS. (13.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.2 L Eng) (2017):11.60 QTS. (10.97 L) — SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil

Fuel Tank (2017):25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Power Steering Fluid (2017):— MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV XT-10-QLVC

Windshield Washer Fluid (2017):4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Gas) (2017):2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.5 L Eng) (2017):14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.5 L Eng) (2017):5.40 QTS. (5.11 L) — SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Gas/ Ethanol) (2017):2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.7 L Eng) (2017):14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.7 L Eng) (2017):5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Air Cond Compressor Oil (2016):5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Diesel) (2016):2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid (2016):13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: If the transmission fluid does not drain from the oil leveling plug hole, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.25 L (at operating temperature of 85 - 93 Deg.C, respectively 185 - 199Deg.F) until the fluid level is even with the oil leveling plug hole.

Brake Fluid (2016):— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (2016):5.50 GALS. (20.81 L) — MOTORCRAFT Diesel Exhaust Fluid PM-27-Gal/PM-27-jug Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Differential Gear Oil (2016):2.90 QTS. (2.74 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: For complete refill of limited slip Ford axles, add 4.0 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.

Engine Coolant (3.2 L Eng) (2016):13.90 QTS. (13.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.2 L Eng) (2016):11.60 QTS. (10.97 L) — SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil

Fuel Tank (2016):25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Power Steering Fluid (2016):— MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV XT-10-QLVC

Windshield Washer Fluid (2016):4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Gas) (2016):2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.5 L Eng) (2016):14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.5 L Eng) (2016):5.40 QTS. (5.11 L) — SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Engine Coolant (3.7 L Eng) (2016):14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.7 L Eng) (2016):5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant ( Gas/ Ethanol) (2016):2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

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2023-2024 Ford Transit-250 PTV: 7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

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2023-2024

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Air Cond Compressor Oil (Normally Aspirated)7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (Normally Aspirated)2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV

Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Differential Gear Oil6.00 PTS. (2.83 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant

Engine Coolant12.40 QTS. (11.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (Normally Aspirated)12.00 QTS. (11.35 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Fuel Tank25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Transfer Case Fluid1.47 QTS. (1.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV

Windshield Washer Fluid4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Compressor Oil (Turbocharger)7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (Turbocharger)3.15 LBS. (1.42 KG) — R-134a

Engine Oil (Turbocharger)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Notes

→Add Rear Axle Friction Modifier 0.1 qt.
→Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
→To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
→Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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2022

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Air Cond Compressor Oil (Normally Aspirated)7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (Normally Aspirated)2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV

Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Differential Gear Oil6.00 PTS. (2.83 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant

Engine Coolant12.40 QTS. (11.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (Normally Aspirated)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Fuel Tank25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Transfer Case Fluid1.47 QTS. (1.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV

Windshield Washer Fluid4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Compressor Oil (Turbocharger)7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (Turbocharger)3.15 LBS. (1.42 KG) — R-134a

Engine Oil (Turbocharger)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Notes

→Add Rear Axle Friction Modifier 0.1 qt.
→Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
→To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
→Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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2021

2021Open 2021 manual

Air Cond Compressor Oil (Normally Aspirated)7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (Normally Aspirated)2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV

Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Differential Gear Oil6.00 PTS. (2.83 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant

Engine Coolant12.40 QTS. (11.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (Normally Aspirated)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Fuel Tank25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Transfer Case Fluid1.47 QTS. (1.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV

Windshield Washer Fluid4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Compressor Oil (Turbocharger)7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (Turbocharger)3.15 LBS. (1.42 KG) — R-134a

Engine Oil (Turbocharger)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Notes

→Add Rear Axle Friction Modifier 0.1 qt.
→Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
→To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
→Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
→To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

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2020

2020Open 2020 manual

Air Cond Compressor Oil (3.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated)9.50 OZS. (0.28 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (3.5L Eng,Normally Aspirated)2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 10R80)13.00 QTS. (12.3 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV

Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid6.30 GALS. (23.84 L) Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Differential Gear Oil3.00 PTS. (1.41 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant

Engine Coolant12.40 QTS. (11.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (Normally Aspirated)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Fuel Tank25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Transfer Case Fluid1.40 QTS. (1.32 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV

Windshield Washer Fluid4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Compressor Oil (3.5L Eng,Turbocharger)7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D

Air Cond Refrigerant (3.5L Eng,Turbocharger)3.15 LBS. (1.42 KG) — R-134a

Engine Oil (Turbocharger)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Notes

→Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
→Add .5 oz. of Friction Modifier (EST- M2C118-A).
→Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

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2018-2019

2018-2019Open 2018 manual

Air Cond Compressor Oil5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant (Diesel)2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Automatic Transmission Fluid13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: If the transmission fluid does not drain from the oil leveling plug hole, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.25 L (at operating temperature of 85 - 93 Deg.C, respectively 185 - 199Deg.F) until the fluid level is even with the oil leveling plug hole.

Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid5.50 GALS. (20.81 L) — MOTORCRAFT Diesel Exhaust Fluid PM-27-Gal/PM-27-jug Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Differential Gear Oil2.90 QTS. (2.74 L) — SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: For complete refill of limited slip Ford axles, add 4.0 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.

Engine Coolant (3.2L Eng)13.90 QTS. (13.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.2L Eng)11.60 QTS. (10.97 L) — SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-40 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Fuel Tank25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Power Steering Fluid— MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV XT-10-QLVC

Windshield Washer Fluid4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Refrigerant (Gas)2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.5L Eng)14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.5L Eng)5.40 QTS. (5.11 L) — SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Air Cond Refrigerant (Gas/Ethanol)2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.7L Eng)14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.7L Eng)5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Notes

→If the transmission fluid does not drain from the oil leveling plug hole, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.25 L (at operating temperature of 85 - 93 Deg.C, respectively 185 - 199Deg.F) until the fluid level is even with the oil leveling plug hole.
→Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
→For complete refill of limited slip Ford axles, add 4.0 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.
→Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
→To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-40 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
→To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

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2017

2017Open 2017 manual

Air Cond Compressor Oil5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant (Diesel)2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid5.50 GALS. (20.81 L) — MOTORCRAFT Diesel Exhaust Fluid PM-27-Gal/PM-27-jug Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Engine Coolant (3.2L Eng)13.90 QTS. (13.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.2L Eng)11.60 QTS. (10.97 L) — SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil

Fuel Tank25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Power Steering Fluid— MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV XT-10-QLVC

Windshield Washer Fluid4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Refrigerant (Gas)2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.5L Eng)14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.5L Eng)5.40 QTS. (5.11 L) — SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant (Gas/Ethanol)2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.7L Eng)14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.7L Eng)5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Notes

→If the transmission fluid does not drain from the oil leveling plug hole, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.25 L (at operating temperature of 85 - 93 Deg.C, respectively 185 - 199Deg.F) until the fluid level is even with the oil leveling plug hole.
→Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
→For complete refill of limited slip Ford axles, add 4.0 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.
→Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

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2016

2016Open 2016 manual

Air Cond Compressor Oil5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant (Diesel)2.45 LBS. (1.11 KG) — R-134a

Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid5.50 GALS. (20.81 L) — MOTORCRAFT Diesel Exhaust Fluid PM-27-Gal/PM-27-jug Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Engine Coolant (3.2L Eng)13.90 QTS. (13.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.2L Eng)11.60 QTS. (10.97 L) — SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil

Fuel Tank25.10 GALS. (95.01 L)

Power Steering Fluid— MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV XT-10-QLVC

Windshield Washer Fluid4.80 QTS. (4.54 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Refrigerant (Gas)2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Engine Coolant (3.5L Eng)14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.5L Eng)5.40 QTS. (5.11 L) — SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Engine Coolant (3.7L Eng)14.90 QTS. (14.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted Note: Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

Engine Oil (3.7L Eng)5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

Air Cond Refrigerant (Gas/Ethanol)2.62 LBS. (1.18 KG) — R-134a

Notes

→If the transmission fluid does not drain from the oil leveling plug hole, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.25 L (at operating temperature of 85 - 93 Deg.C, respectively 185 - 199Deg.F) until the fluid level is even with the oil leveling plug hole.
→Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
→For complete refill of limited slip Ford axles, add 4.0 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A.
→Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.

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Where is this data from?: Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
What fluid capacities does a Ford Transit-250 PTV use?: 2023-2024 Ford Transit-250 PTV: 7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/YN-12-D
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the Ford Transit-250 PTV?: Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code — do not guess across generations.

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