2003 Ford Excursion Oil Type & Capacity
The 2003 Ford Excursion oil type depends on the engine: the 5.4 L, 4WD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 5.4 L, RWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 6.0 P, 4WD takes 10W-30 (15.0 quarts qt with filter); the 6.0 P, RWD takes 10W-30 (15.0 quarts qt with filter); the 6.8 S, 4WD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 6.8 S, RWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 7.3 F, 4WD takes 10W-30 (15.0 quarts qt with filter); the 7.3 F, RWD takes 10W-30 (15.0 quarts qt 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
- 6.0 P, 4WD: 10W-30, 15.0 quarts with filter
- 6.0 P, RWD: 10W-30, 15.0 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 Super Premium Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| 5.4 L, RWD — Gas | SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| 6.0 P, 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. | — | Includes: 2 qts. in engine oil filter. Heavy duty trailer towing with ambient temperatures above 50Deg.F (10Deg.C) requires SAE 15W-40 engine oil. |
| 6.0 P, 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. | — | Includes: 2 qts. in engine oil filter. Heavy duty trailer towing with ambient temperatures above 50Deg.F (10Deg.C) requires SAE 15W-40 engine oil. |
| 6.8 S, 4WD — Gas | SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| 6.8 S, RWD — Gas | SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| 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. | — | Includes: 2 qts. in engine oil filter. Heavy duty trailer towing with ambient temperatures above 50Deg.F (10Deg.C) requires SAE 15W-40 engine oil. |
| 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. | — | Includes: 2 qts. in engine oil filter. Heavy duty trailer towing with ambient temperatures above 50Deg.F (10Deg.C) requires SAE 15W-40 engine oil. |
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Coolant capacity
27.9 quarts (26.4 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. Contact the dealer for further references.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2003 Ford Excursion take?
It depends on the engine: 5.4 L, 4WD uses 5W-20; 5.4 L, RWD uses 5W-20; 6.0 P, 4WD uses 10W-30; 6.0 P, RWD uses 10W-30; 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.
What is the oil capacity of a 2003 Ford Excursion?
Oil 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; 6.0 P, 4WD holds 15.0 quarts with filter; 6.0 P, RWD holds 15.0 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.
How often should I change the oil in my 2003 Ford Excursion?
Most 2003 Ford Excursion 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 2003 Ford Excursion?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2003 Ford Excursion. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.