2023 FORD Transit Engine Oil and Fluids User Guide

This Guide covers 2023 Ford Transit engine oil and fluids. To optimize performance, efficiency, and reliability for your adaptable Transit van, learn the recommended oil types, fluid parameters, and maintenance advice.

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ENGINE OIL – 3.5L DURATEC/ 3.5L ECOBOOST™

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK OVERVIEW – 3.5L DURATEC/3.5L ECOBOOST™

• A Minimum.
• B Maximum.

CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1.  Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
2. Check the oil level before starting the engine, or switch the engine off after warming up and wait 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
3.  Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth.
4. Reinstall the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
5. Remove the dipstick again to check the oil level.
   Note: If the oil level is between the maximum and minimum marks, the oil level is acceptable. Do not add oil.
6. If the oil level is at the minimum mark, immediately add oil.
7. Reinstall the dipstick. Make sure it is fully seated.
   Note: The oil consumption of new engines reaches its normal level after approximately 3,000 mi (5,000 km).

ADDING ENGINE OIL
WARNING: Do not remove the filler cap when the engine is running.

WARNING: Do not add engine oil when the engine is hot. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that the vehicle warranty may not cover.

1. Clean the area surrounding the engine oil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap.
3. Add engine oil that meets our specifications. See Capacities and Specifications .
4. Reinstall the engine oil filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong resistance.

Note: Do not add oil further than the maximum mark. Oil levels above the maximum mark may cause engine damage.

Note: Immediately soak up any oil spillage with an absorbent cloth.

RESETTING THE ENGINE OIL CHANGE REMINDER
Only reset the oil life monitoring system after changing the engine oil and oil filter.

1. Using the instrument cluster display controls on the steering wheel, select Settings.
2. Select Information.
3. Select Oil Life.
4. Press and hold the OK button until the system reset confirmation appears.

ENGINE OIL CAPACITY AND SPECIFICATION
For filling information, please refer to the Capacities and Specifications section of your owner’s manual. See Engine Oil Capacity and Specification.

ENGINE OIL – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Message	Action
Change Engine Oil Soon	Displays when the engine oil life is becoming depleted. Have the engine oil changed as soon as possible.
Oil Change Required	Displays when the engine oil life is depleted. Have the engine oil changed as soon as possible.

ENGINE AIR FILTER – 3.5L DURATEC/3.5L ECOBOOST™
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR FILTER
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.

Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. Resulting component damage may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.

Only use the specified air filter. See Capacities and Specifications.
Change the air filter element at the correct service interval. See Scheduled Maintenance.

1. Disconnect the intake air temperature sensor electrical connector and cable from the air filter cover.
2. Clean the area around the air tube to air filter cover connection to prevent debris from entering the system and then loosen the bolt on the air tube clamp so the clamp is no longer snug to the air tube. It is not necessary to completely remove the clamp. Pull the air tube off from the air filter cover.
3. Release the clamps that secure the air filter cover to the air filter housing.

1. Carefully lift the air filter housing cover. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
2. Install a new air filter element.
3. Replace the air filter housing cover. Engage the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover to the air filter housing. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. Make sure that the tabs on the edge are correctly aligned into the slots.
4. Slip the air tube onto the air filter cover and firmly tighten the bolt on the air tube clamp, but do not overtighten. Reconnect the intake air temperature sensor electrical connector to the outlet tube. Make sure the locking tab on the connector is in the locked position.

ENGINE AIR FILTER – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Message	Action
Filter OK	Indicates the engine air filter is performing as expected.
Check Filter See Manual	Indicates that there is a higher than expected restriction across the engine air filter, which could represent an air filter at full useful life or a filter with an obstruction. When this displays, inspect the engine air filter and replace if necessary. After the inspection or engine air filter replacement, you must reset the system in order to change the status from Check Filter to Filter OK.
System Fault See Manual	Indicates that there is an error within the electronic air filter maintenance minder system requiring service.

ENGINE COOLING FAN – 3.5L DURATEC/3.5L ECOBOOST™
WARNING: Keep your hands and clothing clear of the engine cooling fan.
Under certain conditions, the engine cooling fan may continue to run for several minutes after you switch your vehicle off.

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