F150 Diesel Oil Change (2018+ 3.0L)
The Ford F150 diesel oil change (3.0L Powerstroke engine) has many steps but it is not difficult. Preparation is key and planning to have the correct oil, filter, and tools to do the job is the most important thing. The 5W30 meeting the FA4 standard is more difficult to get than other grades and priced at a premium from the dealer, using the severe duty 5W40 grade oil is common and much easier to get. This article is specific to the 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 model year Ford F-150 trucks equipped with the 3.0L Powerstroke Diesel engine. For other Ford specific articles, visit the Ford page.
Tools Needed:
- 32mm socket, extension (6”+) and ratchet for removing the engine oil filter
- 8mm & 11mm sockets and a ratchet for the lower fabric engine cover
- 15mm socket and ratchet for the oil drain plug
- O ring pick
- Funnel
- Oil drain pan with at least a 6.5 quart capacity
- Shop rags or towels
Parts needed:
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- Engine oil filter: Motorcraft FL2081
- Engine oil: 5W30 synthetic engine oil meeting FA-4 standard (6.5 quart capacity)
- 5W40 synthetic should be used if operated under severe conditions
2018+ Ford F150 Diesel Oil Change Procedure:
- Park the truck in a level spot
- Ensure the engine is up to operating temperature
- Remove the upper engine cover by pulling up on the front corners to pop it out of the clips and slide it forward
- Remove the engine oil fill cap and set it aside
- Using the 32mm socket, extension and ratchet, remove the engine oil filter cap
- Remove the fabric lower engine cover using the 8mm & 11mm sockets and the ratchet
- Drain the engine oil using the 15mm socket and ratchet into the drain pan
- Reinstall engine oil drain plug once it is fully drained
- Reinstall lower engine cover
- Remove and replace the engine oil filter and o ring onto the cap – make sure the new filter is fully seated to the cap
- Tighten the engine oil filter cap to the housing
- Reinstall the top engine cover
- Fill the engine with 6.5 quarts of fresh engine oil using the funnel
- Reinstall the engine oil fill cap
- Start the engine to let the engine oil pressure build and shut the engine back down
- Check engine oil level and adjust if necessary
