Ford Flex 2013-2019

The Ford Flex, produced from 2013 to 2019, continued to be a unique and versatile full-size crossover SUV. It retained its distinctive boxy design, providing a spacious and comfortable interior with three rows accommodating up to seven passengers. The Flex was celebrated for its generous cargo space, especially when the rear seats were folded flat, making it a practical choice for families and those needing ample storage capacity.

Regarding technology, the Ford Flex featured a SYNC infotainment system with available navigation, a rearview camera, and various driver-assistance features, enhancing the overall driving experience. It was offered in front-wheel and all-wheel drive configurations, allowing buyers to choose the setup that best suits their driving needs. The Ford Flex from this era maintained its reputation for delivering a smooth and comfortable ride, making it a distinctive option in the crossover SUV segment for those who appreciated its unique style and spacious interior.

Ford Flex specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 3.5L 6-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Oil capacity: 6.0 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 3.5L 6-Cylinder: 0.032”

Engine coolant

• Type: 
  • US: Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant VC-3DIL-B/WSS-M97B44-D2
  • Canada: Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant CVC-3DIL-B/WSS-M97B44-D2
• Capacity: 13.2 qt (12.5 L)

Brake fluid

• Type: Motorcraft® DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High-Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-20/ WSS-M6C65-A2
• Capacity: Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir

Automatic transmission fluid

• Type
  • US: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC /WSS-M2C938-A
  • Canada: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid V CXT-10-LV12/ WSS-M2C938-A
• Capacity: 10.9 qt (10.3 L)

Rear axle fluid (All Wheel Drive)

• Type: 
  • US: Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL/WSP-M2C197-A
  • Canada: Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant CXY-80W90-1L/WSP-M2C197-A
• Capacity: 2.43 pt (1.15 L)

Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive)

• Type: 
  • US: Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL/WSL-M2C192-A
  • Canada: Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant CXY-75W140-1L/
• Capacity: 17.9 fl oz (0.53 L)

Windshield washer fluid

• Type: 
  • US: Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant ZC-32-B2/ WSS-M14P19-A
  • Canada: Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)/WSS-M14P19-A
• Capacity: Fill as required

Fuel tank

• Capacity: 18.6 gal (70.4 L)

A/C refrigerant

• Type: 
  • US: Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant YN-19/WSH-M17B19-A
  • Canada: R-134a Refrigerant CYN-19-R/WSH-M17B19-A
• Capacity: 2.31 lb (1.05 kg)

A/C refrigerant compressor oil

• Type: Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D/ WSH-M1C231-B
• Capacity: 8.96 fl oz (265 ml)

Multi-purpose grease

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

Lock cylinders

• Type: 
  • US: Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1
  • Canada: Penetrating Fluid CXC-51-A

Powertrain

Engine

• 3.5 L Duratec V6
• 3.5 L EcoBoost V6

Transmission

• 6-speed 6F50 automatic
• 6-speed 6F55 automatic

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Front Fog Light Bulb: H11-55W
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb:
  • 168
  •  LED
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 3457AK
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb
  • H13
  •  HID-D3S

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 4157K
  • LED
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• Inner Tail Light Bulb: 168
• License Plate Light Bulb: 6418
• Outer Tail Light Bulb: 4157K
• Parking Light Bulb: 3457AK
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb:194