2015 Ford F-150 Oil Capacity & Filter Guide

The 2015 Ford F-150 takes between 6.0 and 7.7 quarts of oil depending on the engine option equipped. With the introduction of the aluminum body and the new 2.7L EcoBoost engine, the 2015 model year brought some significant changes to the F-150 lineup, including updated maintenance procedures for certain engines. Whether you have the naturally aspirated V6, the heavy-hitting 5.0L V8, or one of the twin-turbo EcoBoost options, knowing the correct oil capacity and specifications is essential to keeping your truck on the road.

Quick answer

Here is the baseline information for the most popular engine (the 3.5L EcoBoost V6). For other engines, see the table below.

• Oil Capacity: 6.0 quarts (5.7 liters) with filter
• Recommended Weight: 5W-30
• Oil Specification: Ford WSS-M2C946-A (or API SP / ILSAC GF-6A)
• OEM Oil Filter: Motorcraft FL-500S
• Aftermarket Filters: Fram XG10575, Wix 57502, Mobil 1 M1-212A

Capacity by engine option

Ford offered four different engine choices for the 2015 F-150. Always verify which engine is under the hood before buying your supplies.

Note: The 2.7L EcoBoost uses a cartridge-style filter (Fram CH11955, Wix WL10050), whereas the others use a traditional spin-on filter.

Oil change interval

The 2015 F-150 is equipped with Ford's Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor (IOLM), which calculates oil life based on driving habits and conditions.

• Normal Duty: Up to 7,500 – 10,000 miles or 12 months.
• Severe Duty: 5,000 miles or 6 months. (Applies to frequent towing, hauling heavy loads, extensive idling, or driving in extremely dusty conditions).
• Mechanic's Note: If you own an EcoBoost engine, turbochargers are notoriously hard on oil. I highly recommend changing full synthetic oil every 5,000 miles to prevent turbo coking and timing chain wear.

Drain plug torque

• 5.0L V8, 3.5L NA, and 3.5L EcoBoost: 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm). These utilize a traditional metal oil pan. It is recommended to inspect and replace the rubber O-ring or crush washer on the plug if deformed.
• 2.7L EcoBoost: This engine features a composite (plastic) oil pan with a yellow plastic quarter-turn drain plug. Do not use a wrench on this plug. It is removed and installed by hand. Push in and twist counter-clockwise to remove; push in and twist clockwise until it clicks and locks to install. Replace the plug's O-ring during every change, or replace the entire plastic plug assembly to prevent leaks.

How to change the oil

1. Prepare the truck: Park on level ground, apply the parking brake, and allow the engine to warm up slightly before shutting it off.
2. Access the drain plug: If equipped with a skid plate or under-engine shield, remove it.
3. Drain the oil: Place a large drain pan under the plug. Remove the plug and let the oil drain completely. Caution for 2.7L owners: The oil shoots out violently fast from the plastic pan. Position your catch pan appropriately!
4. Replace the filter: For the 2.7L, loosen the top-mounted cartridge housing using a 27mm socket, replace the paper filter and O-rings, and torque to 18 ft-lbs. For the other engines, remove the spin-on filter from under the truck, lubricate the new filter's gasket with fresh oil, and tighten hand-tight.
5. Reinstall the drain plug: Install and torque the metal plug, or click the 2.7L plastic plug into place.
6. Refill the engine: Pour in the required quarts of the specified oil using a funnel.
7. Verify and reset: Start the engine and check for leaks. Shut it off, wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain back (especially critical on the 2.7L), and check the dipstick. Reset the IOLM on the dashboard screen.

Common issues / tips

• 2.7L Drain Wait Time: The 2.7L EcoBoost takes a remarkably long time for oil to drain back into the pan. If you check the dipstick immediately after filling, it will look low. Wait at least 15–20 minutes before taking a final dipstick reading, or you risk overfilling it.
• Plastic Drain Plugs: The tabs on the 2.7L plastic drain plug can become brittle and break over time. It is cheap insurance to buy a spare Motorcraft plug (Part # FT4Z-6730-A) to keep in the glovebox.
• Catch Tray Mess: On the 3.5L and 5.0L engines, the oil filter drains onto a plastic spill tray designed to route oil forward or backward. It often makes a massive mess anyway. Clean this tray thoroughly with brake parts cleaner after removing the filter to prevent oil spots on your driveway later.

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