2016 Lincoln MKC Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Lincoln MKC takes 5W-30 motor oil — 5.7 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 5.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| 2.3L — 2.3L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| Premiere, AWD — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
| Premiere, FWD — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specification. Motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API Certification Mark. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty. |
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More specs & repair guides for your MKC
2016 Lincoln MKC factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.7 quarts (9.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Lincoln MKC take?
The 2016 Lincoln MKC takes 5W-30 motor oil (MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2016 Lincoln MKC take?
The 2016 Lincoln MKC holds 5.7 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Lincoln MKC?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Lincoln MKC. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.