2.3L EcoBoost Maintenance Schedule (Ford Ranger)

2.3L EcoBoost/Ford Ranger Maintenance Schedule & Service 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. The following information is specific to the 2.3L EcoBoost in Ford Ranger models only - service requirements may differ for applications outside of the Ford Ranger.

2.3L EcoBoost (Ford Ranger) Maintenance Schedule/Service Intervals

Service Procedure

Normal Service Interval

Special Service Interval

Notes

Replace engine air filter

30,000 miles

N/A

Inspect frequently and replace as necessary

Replace engine oil & filter

As advised by Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor

5,000 miles/6 months if operating in off-road conditions
3,000 miles if operating in extremely hot, desert climates

Oil life monitor will typically account for driving behavior, but driver should be advised of special service conditions

Replace fuel filters

30,000 miles

N/A

Engine and chassis mounted filters

Replace accessory drive belt

150,000 miles

N/A

Inspect serpentine belt condition at oil change intervals and replace as necessary

Replace engine spark plugs

100,000 miles

60,000 miles

Special service interval applies to trucks that are towing or idling for excessive periods of time

Replace transmission fluid & filter

150,000 miles

NA

N/A

Replace engine coolant

100,000 miles/6 years for initial service, followed by subsequent service at 50,000 mile/3 year intervals

N/A

Use Motorcraft Orange engine coolant only

Replace rear axle fluid

150,000 miles

N/A

Replace immediately if submerged in water

Replace front axle fluid

150,000 miles

N/A

Replace transfer case fluid

150,000 miles

N/A

 

2.3L EcoBoost Service Part Numbers

To be updated as Ford opens up its catalog for the 2019 Ranger

Part Description

Part Number

Air filter

Motorcraft FA-1943

Engine oil filter

Motorcraft FL-910-S

Fuel filter

N/A

Spark plug

Motorcraft SP-578

Ignition coil

N/A

Serpentine belt

N/A

Transmission filter

N/A

2.3L EcoBoost Accessory Drive Belt Routing Diagram

2.3L EcoBoost belt routing diagram (Ford Ranger only)

2.3L EcoBoost belt routing diagram; note 2 belt arrangement
Source: Ford Motor Company

2019 Ford Ranger Oil/Fluid Specifications & Capacities

 

Oil/Fluid Specification

Capacity

Engine oil

SAE 5W-30 synthetic blend motor oil (normal use)

6.2 qts w/ filter change

SAE 0W-30 synthetic blend motor oil (ambient temperatures < -22° F)

Engine coolant

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

OR

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

2.9 gallons (11.6 qts)

Transmission fluid

Ford MERCON ULV automatic transmission fluid

12.8 qts

Transfer case fluid

Ford MERCON LV automatic transmission fluid

0.74 qts (23.7 fl-oz)

Rear differential

Standard differential

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

1.85 qts (3.70 pt)

Electronic locking differential

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

1.52 qts (3.04 pt)