1999 Ford Cutaway Oil Type & Capacity
The 1999 Ford Cutaway oil type depends on the engine: the E250 takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the E350 Super Duty, 5.4 L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the E350 Super Duty, 6.8 S takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the E350 Super Duty, 7.3 F takes 15W-40 (13.6 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- E250: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350 Super Duty, 5.4 L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350 Super Duty, 6.8 S: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- E350 Super Duty, 7.3 F: 15W-40, 13.6 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E250 — Gas | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| E350 Super Duty, 5.4 L — Gas | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| E350 Super Duty, 6.8 S — Gas | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| E350 Super Duty, 7.3 F — Diesel | SAE 15W-40 | 13.60 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Cutaway
1999 Ford Cutaway factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
31.0 quarts (29.33 L) — FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid or FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant. If the vehicle's coolant is (green color) use: FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid. If it is (orange color) use: FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1999 Ford Cutaway take?
It depends on the engine: E250 uses 5W-20; E350 Super Duty, 5.4 L uses 5W-20; E350 Super Duty, 6.8 S uses 5W-20; E350 Super Duty, 7.3 F uses 15W-40.
How much oil does a 1999 Ford Cutaway take?
Capacity depends on the engine: E250 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350 Super Duty, 5.4 L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350 Super Duty, 6.8 S holds 6.0 quarts with filter; E350 Super Duty, 7.3 F holds 13.6 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1999 Ford Cutaway?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1999 Ford Cutaway. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.