2005 Lincoln Town Car Oil Type & Capacity
The 2005 Lincoln Town Car takes 5W-20 motor oil — 6.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Executive L | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Protection Series | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Signature | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Signature L | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Signature Limited | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Town Car
2005 Lincoln Town Car factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
18.6 quarts (17.6 L) — FORD Premium Gold Engine Coolant. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2005 Lincoln Town Car take?
The 2005 Lincoln Town Car takes 5W-20 motor oil (SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2005 Lincoln Town Car take?
The 2005 Lincoln Town Car holds 6.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2005 Lincoln Town Car?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2005 Lincoln Town Car. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.