2017 Ford E-450 Super Duty Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Ford E-450 Super Duty oil type depends on the engine: the 6.2L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 6.8L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 6.2L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 6.8L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 7.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| 6.8L — 6.8L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
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More specs & repair guides for your E-450 Super Duty
2017 Ford E-450 Super Duty factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
30.7 quarts (29.05 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 2017 Ford E-450 Super Duty take?
It depends on the engine: 6.2L uses 5W-30; 6.2L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30; 6.8L uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2017 Ford E-450 Super Duty take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 6.2L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 6.8L holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Ford E-450 Super Duty?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Ford E-450 Super Duty. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.