Oil & Filter Change

Ford Motor Company recommends changing your oil and filter every 5,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first. However, you should change them every 3,000 miles or three months if you:

  • Tow or carry heavy loads
  • Experience extensive idling and/or driving at low speeds for long distances
  • Drive off-road

Ford Motor Company recommends Motorcraft® Oils and Filters

  • Motorcraft® Motor Oils.
    Motorcraft® oils are designed and engineered by Ford Motor Company. They’re made with the finest base oils refined using a revolutionary process known as hydrocracking. This process dissolves unstable oil molecules before they can decompose in a car’s engine. The result is a base oil that’s so pure, it’s crystal clear. 
  • Motorcraft® oil filters do the dirty work.
    Designed and engineered specifically for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles, each Motorcraft® oil filter uses high-quality components. They feature:
    • Steel Cases
      “Ironed” for a precise fit, fluted to ease removal and painted for rust-resistance.
    • Pressure Relief Valve
      When it’s cold outside or if the filter becomes clogged, oil flow through the filter can be reduced. If this happens, the relief valve opens to provide a continuous oil supply. Its design also helps minimize the chance of contaminated oil recirculating back into the engine
    • Anti-Drainback Valve
      This feature keeps oil in the filter to prevent “dry starts” after your engine has been turned off. It’s made with specially formulated material that resists the aging effects that an engine’s heat can cause.
    • Efficient Filter Media
      Re-engineered media increases Motorcraft® filters’ dirt-collecting capability, allowing them to capture more engine-harming particles than ever before.

The Benefits of an Oil and Filter Change

Engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle. Changing it regularly helps ensure the thorough lubrication of your engine’s most vital components. This in turn helps the performance of your engine and can even give your engine a longer life.

For an oil and filter change, see the Genuine Service experts at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealership.