3.5L EcoBoost Maintenance Schedule & Service Guide

3.5L EcoBoost F-150 Service Intervals, Fluid Capacities, Oil Specifications, & Maintenance Information

Note that special service intervals are typically applicable to vehicles that idle for excessive periods of time, are driven in congested city traffic conditions, tow/haul frequently, are driven off-road, and/or are operated in extreme hot/cold environments.

Service information NOT applicable to 2017+ Raptor w/ H.O. EcoBoost engine

3.5L EcoBoost F-150 Maintenance Schedule/Service Intervals

Service Procedure

Normal Service Interval*

Special Service Interval**

Notes

Replace engine air filter

Every 30,000 miles or as required

Every 30,000 miles or as required

Recommend inspect air filter condition at oil change intervals and replace as necessary

Replace engine oil & filter

As indicated by Intelligent oil life monitor via message center, not to exceed 10,000 miles or 1 year

As indicated by Intelligent oil life monitor via message center, 3,000 to 7,500 mile interval or 1 year, depending on conditions

Perform multi-point inspection with every oil change

Replace fuel filter

Equipped with lifetime filter, replacement not required

Equipped with lifetime filter, replacement not required

Non-serviceable in-tank fuel filter

Replace accessory drive belt

Every 150,000 miles

N/A

Inspect frequently, replace as necessary

Replace engine spark plugs

Every 100,000 miles

Every 60,000 miles

More rigorous driving behavior may necessitate more frequent ignition system service

Replace transmission fluid & filter

Every 150,000 miles

N/A

Applies to 6 speed (6R80) and 10 speed (10R80) transmission models

Replace engine coolant

Initial change at 100,000 miles/6 years, followed by subsequent replacement every 50,000 miles/3 years

N/A

See fluid capacities and specifications below for part numbers and mixing ratio of recommended engine coolant; replace radiator hoses, thermostat, and overflow tank cap

Replace rear axle fluid

Every 150,000 miles

N/A

Replace differential/transfer case fluid immediately if submerged in water as water intrusion/contamination is likely

Replace front axle fluid

Every 150,000 miles

N/A

Replace transfer case fluid

Every 150,000 miles

Every 60,000 miles

* Service interval under normal driving conditions. Intervals do not apply to EcoBoost equipped F-150 Raptor.
** Service interval under special/severe driving conditions, including towing, periods of excessive idling, and operating in extreme hot, extreme cold, or dusty environments. Intervals do not apply to EcoBoost equipped F-150 Raptor.

3.5L EcoBoost Service Parts List

Note - Part number(s) applicable through 2018 model year unless otherwise annotated. Part numbers verified for Ford F-150 models only; fitment may vary for alternative models, such as the Ford Explorer, equipped with the 3.5L EcoBoost V-6.

Part Description

Part Number

Engine air filter

Motorcraft FA-1883

Engine oil filter

Motorcraft FL-500-S

Oil pan drain plug

Ford 9L8Z-6730-A

Fuel filter

N/A; no serviceable fuel filter

Serpentine belt

2011 - 2016

Motorcraft JK4377B (AC belt)
Motorcraft JK6553 (accessory drive belt)

2017 - 2019

Motorcraft JK4377B (AC belt)
Motorcraft JK6505 (accessory drive belt)

Belt tensioner

2011 - 2017

Motorcraft BT-118 (supersedes BT-99)

2018 - 2019

Motorcraft BT-135

PCV valve

2011 - 2014

Motorcraft EV-289 (supersedes EV-293)

2015 - 2018

Motorcraft EV-267

Spark Plug

2011 - 2016

Motorcraft SP-534

2017 - 2018

Motorcraft SP-550 (supersedes SP-527, SP-537)

Ignition Coil

2011 - 2016

Motorcraft DG-549 (supersedes DG-548)

2017 - 2018

Motorcraft DG-560

Thermostat

Motorcraft RT-1213

Thermostat housing gasket

Motorcraft RTS-1081

Upper radiator hose

2011 - 2014

Motorcraft KM-5079

2015 - 2018

Motorcraft KM-5305

Lower radiator hose

2011 - 2017

Motorcraft KM-5076

2018 - 2019

Motorcraft KM-5485

Radiator/overflow tank cap

2011 - 2014

Motorcraft RS-527

2015 - 2019

Motorcraft RS-531

Radiator overflow tank

2011 - 2014

Ford BL3Z-8A080-B

2015 - 2018

Ford FL3Z-8A080-A

Automatic transmission filter

Motorcraft FT-188 (sump filter)
Motorcraft FT-138 (pump inlet filter)

Transmission pan gasket

Ford BL3Z-7A191-C

Differential pan gasket

8.8 rear diff

Fel-Pro RDS55341

9.75 rear diff

Dana RD52003

10.50 rear diff

Dana RD52002

3.5L EcoBoost F-150 Oil/Fluid Specifications & Capacities

 

Oil/Fluid Specification

Oil/Fluid Capacity[1]

Engine oil

SAE 5W-30 full synthetic engine oil

6.0 qts w/ filter change

Engine coolant[2]

50/50 Motorcraft VC-3-B orange engine coolant concentrate & distilled water

OR

Motorcraft VC-3DIL-B orange pre-diluted engine coolant

3.75 - 4.2 gallons
(15.0 - 16.5 qts)

Transmission fluid

2011 - 2016

Ford MERCON LV automatic transmission fluid

13.1 qts

2017 - 2018

Ford MERCON ULV automatic transmission fluid

Transfer case fluid
(Electronic shift-on-the-fly[3])

2011 - 2016

Ford XL-12 transfer case fluid

1.5 - 1.6 qts

2017 - 2018

Ford MERCON LV automatic transmission fluid

Transfer case fluid
(Torque-on-demand[4])

2011 - 2018

Ford MERCON LV automatic transmission fluid

Front differential

2011 - 2016

SAE 80W-90 gear oil (full synthetic recommended)

1.75 qts

2017 - 2018

SAE 75W-85 gear oil (full synthetic recommended)

Rear differential

2011 - 2014

SAE 75W-140 full synthetic gear oil

2.75 qts

2015 - 2018

SAE 75W-85 full synthetic gear oil

[1] Listed capacities are nominal and for reference only. Always fill to proper dipstick level, fill plug hole, or applicable indicator. Measurements given in U.S. quarts ("qts") and/or gallons, NOT Imperial units.
[2] Concentrated engine coolant must be diluted with distilled water. A 50/50 ratio is ideal for most weather temperaments, however up to a 40/60 (60% coolant) solution ratio can be used in extremely cold climates as necessary. Never exceed a 60% coolant ratio as water pump damage may occur. Pre-diluted engine coolant must NOT be mixed with water.
[3] Electronic shift-on-the-fly (ESOF) transfer cases can be identified by the shift pattern: 2H, 4H, 4L.
[4] Torque-on-demand transfer cases can be identified by the shift pattern: 2H, 4A, 4H, 4L (aka automatic 4 wheel drive).