2016 Ford F-550 Super Duty Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Ford F-550 Super Duty oil type depends on the engine: the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.7L takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 4WD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, RWD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, 4WD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter); the Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, RWD takes 10W-30 (13.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.7L: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 4WD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, RWD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, 4WD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
- Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, RWD: 10W-30, 13.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.7L — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | Ford has designed your engine to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford’s specification. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. DO NOT use oils labeled as API SN unless the label also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of your vehicle’s engine and emissions system. DO NOT use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 4WD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, RWD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, 4WD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, RWD — 6.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT Motor Oil SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil, SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil , 0W-40 Full Synthetic Diesel Motor Oil | 13.00 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your F-550 Super Duty
2016 Ford F-550 Super Duty factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
48.0 quarts (1.41 L) — MOTORCRAFT Specialty Orange Engine Coolant Revitalizer. 48.0 fl. oz. (1.4l) per addition if required.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Ford F-550 Super Duty take?
It depends on the engine: 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.7L uses 10W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 4WD uses 10W-30; Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, RWD uses 10W-30; Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, 4WD uses 10W-30; Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, RWD uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 2016 Ford F-550 Super Duty take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.7L holds 13.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, 4WD holds 13.0 quarts with filter; Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis Extra Cab, RWD holds 13.0 quarts with filter; Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, 4WD holds 13.0 quarts with filter; Lariat, 4D Cab Chassis, RWD holds 13.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Ford F-550 Super Duty?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Ford F-550 Super Duty. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.