1991 Ford Econoline Oil Type & Capacity
The 1991 Ford Econoline oil type depends on the engine: the E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E150, Van Cargo, 5.0 N takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E150, Van Cargo, 5.8 H takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo, 5.0 N takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.3 M takes 15W-40 (10.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.5 G takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6 takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo, 7.3 M takes 15W-40 (10.0 quarts qt with filter); the E350, Van Cargo, 7.5 G takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E150, Van Cargo, 5.0 N: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E150, Van Cargo, 5.8 H: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo, 5.0 N: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.3 M: 15W-40, 10.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.5 G: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo, 7.3 M: 15W-40, 10.0 quarts with filter
- E350, Van Cargo, 7.5 G: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6 — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6 — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E150, Van Cargo, 5.0 N — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E150, Van Cargo, 5.8 H — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6 — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6 — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6 — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo, 5.0 N — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6 — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6 — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.3 M — Diesel | SAE 15W-40 | 10.00 QTS. | 9.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.5 G — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6 — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo, 7.3 M — Diesel | SAE 15W-40 | 10.00 QTS. | 9.00 QTS. | — |
| E350, Van Cargo, 7.5 G — Gas | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1991 Ford Econoline take?
It depends on the engine: E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6 uses 10W-30; E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD uses 10W-30; E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N uses 10W-30; E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H uses 10W-30; E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6 uses 10W-30; E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD uses 10W-30; E150, Van Cargo, 5.0 N uses 10W-30; E150, Van Cargo, 5.8 H uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6 uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6 uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6 uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo, 5.0 N uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6 uses 10W-30; E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD uses 10W-30; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y uses 10W-30; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6 uses 10W-30; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD uses 10W-30; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.3 M uses 15W-40; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.5 G uses 10W-30; E350, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y uses 10W-30; E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6 uses 10W-30; E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD uses 10W-30; E350, Van Cargo, 7.3 M uses 15W-40; E350, Van Cargo, 7.5 G uses 10W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 1991 Ford Econoline?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E150, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E150, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E150, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E150, Van Cargo, 5.0 N holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E150, Van Cargo, 5.8 H holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, C6 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y, E4OD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.0 N holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, C6 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y, E4OD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo, 5.0 N holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E250, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 4.9 Y holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, C6 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H, E4OD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.3 M holds 10.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo Extended, 7.5 G holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo, 4.9 Y holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, C6 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo, 5.8 H, E4OD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo, 7.3 M holds 10.0 quarts with filter; E350, Van Cargo, 7.5 G holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1991 Ford Econoline?
Most 1991 Ford Econoline owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Ford recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1991 Ford Econoline?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1991 Ford Econoline. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.