2000 Ford Excursion Oil Type & Capacity
The 2000 Ford Excursion oil type depends on the engine: the 5.4 L, 4WD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 5.4 L, RWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8 S, 4WD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8 S, RWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 7.3 F, 4WD takes 10W-30 (15.0 quarts with filter); the 7.3 F, RWD takes 10W-30 (15.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 5.4 L, 4WD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 5.4 L, RWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8 S, 4WD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8 S, RWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 7.3 F, 4WD: 10W-30, 15.0 quarts with filter
- 7.3 F, RWD: 10W-30, 15.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.4 L, 4WD — 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. |
| 5.4 L, RWD — 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. |
| 6.8 S, 4WD — 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. |
| 6.8 S, RWD — 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. |
| 7.3 F, 4WD — Diesel | SAE 15-W40 Super Duty (10Deg. F to 100 Deg. F) Preferred, SAE 10W-30 Super Duty (-10Deg.F to 90 Deg.F) Preferred. | 15.00 QTS. | 13.00 QTS. | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| 7.3 F, RWD — Diesel | SAE 15-W40 Super Duty (10Deg. F to 100 Deg. F) Preferred, SAE 10W-30 Super Duty (-10Deg.F to 90 Deg.F) Preferred. | 15.00 QTS. | 13.00 QTS. | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Excursion
2000 Ford Excursion factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
19.4 quarts (18.35 L) — 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid (green color) and water. DO NOT use FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange color). If equipped with auxiliary rear heater, add an additional 1.4 qts.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2000 Ford Excursion take?
It depends on the engine: 5.4 L, 4WD uses 5W-20; 5.4 L, RWD uses 5W-20; 6.8 S, 4WD uses 5W-20; 6.8 S, RWD uses 5W-20; 7.3 F, 4WD uses 10W-30; 7.3 F, RWD uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 2000 Ford Excursion take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 5.4 L, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 5.4 L, RWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 6.8 S, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 6.8 S, RWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 7.3 F, 4WD holds 15.0 quarts with filter; 7.3 F, RWD holds 15.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2000 Ford Excursion?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2000 Ford Excursion. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.