What oil type and how much does a 2013 F-150 take?
Documented on the 2013 Ford F150 build
Published April 17, 2026
Oil type depends on the engine; many 2013 F-150 engines use 5W-20 or 5W-30 full synthetic.
Full Answer
Oil type depends on the engine; many 2013 F-150 engines use 5W-20 or 5W-30 full synthetic. Capacity is typically around 5–6 quarts; check the owner's manual or under-hood sticker for exact specification.
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Related Parts
Drain plug crush washer/crush gasket
$1
Replacement oil drain plug (steel)
$8
Oil filter (OEM or equivalent)
Motorcraft (common OEM for Ford)$12
Thread repair kit / helicoil (for oil pan drain threads)
$15
Engine oil (vehicle-specific, full synthetic)
$40
Related Tools
Torque wrench
Oil filter wrench (cap or strap style)
Oil drain pan / catch basin
Jack and jack stands or ramps
Drain plug extractor / bolt extractor set
Thread chaser / tap (and installation tool if doing helicoil)
Funnel, rags, gloves
Socket set (including correct size socket for drain plug)
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