2001 Ford Focus Oil Type & Capacity
The 2001 Ford Focus takes 5W-20 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| LX, Standard | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| S2 | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| SE, 4D Sedan, 2.0 3, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| SE, 4D Sedan, 2.0 3, Standard | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| SE, 4D Sedan, 2.0 P, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| SE, 4D Sedan, 2.0 P, Standard | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| SE, 4D Wagon, 2.0 3, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| SE, 4D Wagon, 2.0 3, Standard | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| SE, 4D Wagon, 2.0 P | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| Street | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| ZTS, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| ZTS, Standard | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| ZX3, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| ZX3, Standard | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Focus
2001 Ford Focus factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.1 quarts (5.77 L) — 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water. DO NOT use FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange color).
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2001 Ford Focus take?
The 2001 Ford Focus takes 5W-20 motor oil (SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2001 Ford Focus take?
The 2001 Ford Focus holds 4.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2001 Ford Focus?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2001 Ford Focus. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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