Applicable Models:
2015 - 2019 Ford Transit
Applicable Engine(s):
3.2L Power Stroke I-5 turbodiesel
Applicable Transmission(s):
Ford 6R80 six speed automatic
3.2 Power Stroke Maintenance Schedule
Service procedures that are required at a declared vehicle mileage OR time interval should be performed at the point where either the mileage OR the time is reached, whichever should come first. The 3.2L Power Stroke equipped Ford Transit falls under the "severe" or "heavy duty" service category if any of the following is true:
• Vehicle is idled excessively (greater than 10 minutes of idling within a 60 minute period of time)
• Vehicle is driven at slow speeds (25 mph or less) regularly and/or experiences heavy stop-and-go traffic conditions
• Vehicle is operated in extremely hot (> 100° F) or cold (< -9° F) weather conditions
• Vehicle is operated off-road or in dusty conditions
• Vehicle is used to tow a trailer 1,000 miles or more between service intervals
• Vehicle is driven at high speeds at or near its gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
Vehicles that are operated on biodiesel fuel blends should consider more frequent fuel system service intervals. Note that the 3.2L Power Stroke diesel is only certified for up to B20 biodiesel blends (20% biodiesel, 80% petroleum diesel). Biodiesel is sometimes marketed as renewable or biomass diesel fuel.
Normal Service Intervals
Service Procedure |
Service Interval(s) |
Replace engine oil & oil filter |
As instructed by the intelligent oil-life monitor system [1] |
Replace fuel filter |
Every 30,000 miles or as instructed [2] |
Replace engine air filter |
Every 30,000 miles or as required |
Replace foam engine pre-filter |
Every 45,000 miles or as required |
Serpentine belt |
Every 150,000 miles or as required |
Flush/service engine cooling systems |
100,000 miles/6 years initially |
Replace automatic transmission fluid & filter |
Every 100,000 miles |
Replace rear differential fluid |
Every 150,000 miles [3],[4] |
[1] - Intelligent oil-life monitor will indicate when oil changes are needed based on driving conditions
[2] - Fuel filter should be replaced anytime the water-in-fuel indicator is illuminated
[3] - Replace differential fluid immediately if submerged in water; water intrusion probable
[4] - If using conventional gear oil (non-synthetic), replace fluid every 3,000 miles/3 years; Ford spec calls for a full synthetic gear oil to be replaced at 150,000 mile intervals
Severe/Heavy Duty Service Intervals
Service Procedure |
Service Interval(s) |
Replace engine oil & oil filter |
As instructed by the intelligent oil-life monitor system [5] |
Replace fuel filter |
Every 30,000 miles [6] |
Replace engine air filter |
Every 30,000 miles [7] |
Replace foam engine pre-filter |
Every 45,000 miles [7] |
Serpentine belt |
Every 150,000 miles or as required |
Flush/service engine cooling systems |
100,000 miles/6 years initially |
Replace automatic transmission fluid & filter |
Every 100,000 miles |
Replace rear differential fluid |
Every 150,000 miles [8] |
[5] - Intelligent oil-life monitor will indicate when oil changes are needed based on driving conditions
[6] - Consider more frequent fuel system service if using biodiesel fuel blends
[7] - Check engine air filter and pre-filter condition if operating off-road or in dusty environments and replace as required
[8] - Use full synthetic gear oil, replace differential fluid immediately if submerged in water; water intrusion probable
3.2 Power Stroke Oils, Lubricants, & Fluids
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart

3.2L Power Stroke engine oil viscosity chart, 2015 and 2016 model year Ford Transit

3.2L Power Stroke engine oil viscosity chart, 2017 to 2019 model year Ford Transit
Note that the oil viscosity chart was altered for the 2017 model year Ford Transit, removing the SAE 5W-30 and 0W-30 options. While this is likely to due to redundancy, we recommend following the later viscosity chart and selecting either a SAE 5W-40 engine oil unless the ambient temperature is below -20° F, at which point a SAE 0W-40 engine oil will be required. All motor oils used in the 3.2L Power Stroke must API CJ-4 or CJ-4/SM specifications.
Oil & Fluid Specifications
Fluid Type |
Oil/Fluid Specification |
Remarks |
Engine oil |
SAE 5W-40 recommended in ambient temperatures > -20° F |
[9] |
SAE 0W-40 required in ambient temperatures < -20° F |
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Engine Oil API Category: |
CJ-4 or CJ-4/SM |
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Engine coolant |
Motorcraft Orange VC-3-B concentrated engine coolant mixed 50/50 with distilled water |
[10] |
Automatic transmission fluid |
Motorcraft MERCON LV ATF (XT-10-QLVC) |
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Rear differential gear oil |
SAE 75W-85 full synthetic hypoid gear oil |
[11] |
Brake fluid |
Motorcraft PM-20 DOT 4 LV high performance brake fluid |
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Power steering fluid |
Motorcraft MERCON LV ATF (XT-10-QLVC) |
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Diesel exhaust fluid |
DEF meeting Ford WSS-M99C130-A specifications |
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[9] - All motor oils must meet Ford WSS-M2C171-F1 specifications
[10] - A 50/50 mixture of Motorcraft Orange engine coolant and water provides freezing protection down to -34° F. Do not exceed a 60/40 or 40/60 coolant-to-water ratio. Do not add water to prediluted coolant solutions. Do not mix different coolant types/colors.
[11] - Limited slip differentials may require an additive to prevent chatter; use Motorcraft XL-3 friction modifier
Oil & Fluid Capacities
Fluid Type |
Oil/Fluid Capacity |
Remarks |
Engine oil |
12.0 U.S. quarts |
[12] |
Engine coolant |
13.9 U.S. quarts w/o auxiliary heater |
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Automatic transmission fluid |
13.1 U.S. quarts |
[13] |
Rear differential gear oil |
2.9 - 3.0 U.S. quarts |
[14] |
Brake fluid |
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[15] |
Power steering fluid |
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[15] |
Diesel exhaust fluid |
5.5 gallons |
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[12] - Engine oil refill capacity with lube oil filter change
[13] - Total transmission fluid capacity; actual service refill capacity will be considerably less
[14] - Fill differential housing until oil has reached the lower level of the fill plug hole; fill plug height is the appropriate lubricant level indicator
[15] - Fill reservoir to appropriate indicator markings/dipstick level
3.2 Power Stroke Service Parts List
Part Description |
Ford/Motorcraft Part Number(s) |
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Engine air filter |
Pre-filter |
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Air filter |
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Engine oil filter |
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Engine oil pan drain plug |
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Engine oil fill cap |
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Fuel filter |
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Serpentine belt |
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Belt tensioner assembly |
Motorcraft BT-125 (Ford BB3Z-6A22-A) |
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Glow plug |
Motorcraft ZD-19 (Ford CK4Z-12A342-A) |
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Glow plug control module (GPCM) |
Motorcraft DY-1344 (Motorcraft DY-1276, Ford CK4Z-12B533-B) |
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Thermostat |
Ford BB3Z-8A586-A (includes o-ring/seal) |
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Thermostat housing gasket |
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Coolant overflow tank cap |
Motorcraft RS-531 (Ford DG9Z-8100-A) |
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Upper radiator hose |
Motorcraft KM-6514 (Motorcraft KM-5256) |
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Lower radiator hose |
Motorcraft KM-6774 (Motorcraft KM-5258, KM-5613) |
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Differential gasket |
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Transmission filter |