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Ford F-Series Super Duty 2011-2016

2011–2016
Overview

The 2011-2016 Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks brought a new level of power, capability, and innovation to the heavy-duty truck segment. Available in various configurations, including the F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550, these trucks were designed to tackle the toughest jobs easily. With a robust frame and enhanced suspension, they offered impressive towing and payload capacities, making them popular for commercial use, construction, and serious towing needs.

Inside the cabin, Ford introduced modern amenities and technology, including an available infotainment system and advanced safety features, enhancing both comfort and convenience. The 2011-2016 Super Duty trucks showcased Ford's commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in the heavy-duty truck segment, catering to a wide range of customer needs while maintaining the durability and reliability that the F-Series was renowned for. These trucks became go-to options for those who required uncompromising performance and versatility in their daily work or recreational activities.

Specifications

Ford F-Series Super Duty specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 6.2L 8-Cylinder SOHC

  • Recommended oil viscosity: 5W:20
  • Oil certification: API
  • Drain plug torque: 10 ft-lbs
  • Oil capacity: 7.0 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

  • 6.2L 8-Cylinder: 0.044”

Engine 6.7L 8-Cylinder

  • Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
  • Oil certification: API
  • Drain plug torque: 10 ft-lbs
  • Oil capacity: 7.0 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

  • 6.7L 8-Cylinder: 0.044”

Brake Fluid

  • Type:
    • Brake fluid (U.S.): WSS-M6C65-A1 Motorcraft DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-1-C
    • Brake fluid (Canada): WSS-M6C65-A1 Motorcraft DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid CPM-1-C
    • Brake fluid: WSS-M6C65-A2 Motorcraft DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High-Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-20
  • Capacity: Between MIN and MAX on brake fluid reservoir

Coolant

  • Type:
    • Engine coolant (U.S. and Mexico): WSS-M97B44-D2 Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B
    • Engine coolant (Canada): WSS-M97B44-D2 Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted CVC-3DIL-B
  • Capacity: 21.3 qt (20.2 L)

Front Axle

  • Type: Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL / WSP-M2C197-A
  • Capacity: 3.0 qt (2.8 L)

Rear axle- F-250/350 (10.50 inch axle)

  • Type: 
  •  Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL/ WSL-M2C192-A
  • Capacity: 3.5 qt (3.3 L)

Rear axle- F-350 (Dana M80)

  • Type: Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL/WSS-M2C918-A
  • Capacity: 4.2 qt (4 L)

Rear axle- F-450/550 (Dana S110/S130)

  • Type: Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant CXY-75W140-1L/WSL-M2C192-
  • Capacity:7.0 qt (6.6 L)

Automatic transmission fluid

  • Type: Motorcraft MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV XT-10-QLVC/ WSS-M2C938-A
  • Capacity: 16.7 qt (15.8 L)

Transfer case fluid

  • Type: Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid XL-12/ ESP-M2C166-H
  • Capacity: 2.0 qt (1.9 L)

Windshield washer fluid

  • Type:
    • Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant ZC-32-B2/ WSB-M8B16-A2
    • Windshield washer fluid (Canada): WSB-M8B16-A2/ Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
  • Capacity: Fill as required

Fuel tank (incomplete vehicle, steel tank, middle location)

  • Capacity: 28 gal (106 L)

Fuel tank (pickup)

  • Capacity:35 gal (132 L)

Fuel tank (incomplete vehicle, steel tank, aft axle location)

  • Capacity: 40 gal (151 L)

A/C refrigerant

  • Type: 
    • A/C refrigerant (U.S.): Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant YN-19/WSH-M17B19-A
    • A/C refrigerant (Canada): Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant CYN-16-R/WSH-M17B19-A
    • A/C refrigerant (Mexico): Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant MYN-19/WSH-M17B19-A
  • Capacity: 29 oz (0.82 kg)

A/C refrigerant compressor oil

  • Type:
    • Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D/WSH-M1C231-B
  • Capacity: 4.2 fl oz (125.09 ml)

Grease

  • Type: Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A/ESB-M1C93-B

Lock Cylinders:

  • Type: 
    • ( U.S.): Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1
    • (Canada): Penetrating Fluid CXC-51-A
    • (Mexico): Penetrating and Lock Lubricant MXL-1

Transmission, parking brake linkages, pivots, brake pedal shift:

  • Type: Motorcraft Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-E/WSD-M1C227-A

Powertrain

Engine

  • Gasoline:
    • 6.2 L Boss SOHC V8
    • 6.8 L Triton V10 (F-450/F-550 chassis cab only)
  • Diesel:
    • 6.7 L Power Stroke Turbodiesel V8

Transmission

  • 5-speed manual (Mexico and Venezuela only at F-350

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes

Front Lights

  • Front Fog Light Bulb: 9145
  • Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 2825
  • Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 3157NAK
  • High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: H13

Rear Lights

  • Back Up Light Bulb: 921
  • Brake Light Bulb: 3157K
  • Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 912
  • License Plate Light Bulb: 194
  • Parking Light Bulb: 3157NAK
  • Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 3157K
  • Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 3157K
  • Tail Light Bulb: 3157K
  • Tailgate Light Bars: vbf-tailgate-light

Interior Lights

  • Courtesy Light Bulb: 194
  • Dome Light Bulb: 578
  • Engine Compartment Light Bulb: 906
  • Glove Box Light Bulb: 161
  • Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: 912
  • Map Light Bulb: 906

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