2012 Ford E450 Super Duty Oil Type & Capacity
The 2012 Ford E450 Super Duty 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.4 L, Gas/CNG | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | FORD Specification: WSS-M2C945-A. |
| 5.4 L, Gas/Ethanol | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | FORD Specification: WSS-M2C945-A. |
| 5.4 L, Gas/LPG | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | FORD Specification: WSS-M2C945-A. |
| 6.8 S, Gas | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | FORD Specification: WSS-M2C945-A. |
| 6.8 S, Gas/CNG | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | FORD Specification: WSS-M2C945-A. |
| 6.8 S, Gas/LPG | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | FORD Specification: WSS-M2C945-A. |
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More specs & repair guides for your E450 Super Duty
2012 Ford E450 Super Duty factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
30.8 quarts (29.14 L) — MOTORCRAFT Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored). Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2012 Ford E450 Super Duty take?
The 2012 Ford E450 Super Duty takes 5W-20 motor oil (MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2012 Ford E450 Super Duty take?
The 2012 Ford E450 Super Duty holds 6.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Ford E450 Super Duty?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Ford E450 Super Duty. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.