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2008 Ford F-150 Oil Capacity and Oil Type by Engine
The 2008 Ford F-150 takes 6 quarts of SAE 5W-20 (4.2L, 4.6L); or 7 quarts of SAE 5W-20 (5.4L), according to the Ford owner's manual.
Quoted from the Ford owner's manual with page numbers. Figures online often conflict because they mix engines or with- and without-filter amounts, so match your engine first.
Compiled by Uzman Munib · Record updated · Source and review standards
2008 Ford F-150 oil capacity and oil type by engine
US quarts by engine, quoted from the Ford owner's manual with the page for each figure. Coverage is limited to the named configurations.
| Engine | Oil capacity | Oil grade | Without filter change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2L V64.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD, 4.2L V6 5-speed manual RWD | 6 US qt(filter basis not stated) | SAE 5W-20 | Not stated | 2008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Engine oil quantity, PDF p. 3812008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Engine oil grade, PDF p. 348Source noteQuantity from the Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities table, by engine. Check the dipstick after filling. Checked 2026-10-09. Market: U.S.. |
| 4.6L V84.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD, 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD | 6 US qt(filter basis not stated) | SAE 5W-20 | Not stated | 2008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Engine oil quantity, PDF p. 3812008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Engine oil grade, PDF p. 348Source noteQuantity from the Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities table, by engine. Check the dipstick after filling. Checked 2026-10-09. Market: U.S.. |
| 5.4L V85.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD, 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD | 7 US qt(filter basis not stated) | SAE 5W-20 | Not stated | 2008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Engine oil quantity, PDF p. 3812008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Engine oil grade, PDF p. 348Source noteQuantity from the Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities table, by engine. Check the dipstick after filling. Checked 2026-10-09. Market: U.S.. |
F-150 oil capacity in other years
At a glance
2008 Ford F-150 reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
Engine oil capacity
6 qt (filter basis not stated)
Source
4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09OE tire size
Not published
Wheel torque
Not published
2008 Ford F-150 Oil Capacity and Oil Type
Oil capacity
6 qt (filter basis not stated)
Source
4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Oil specification
API certified for gasoline engines
Source
4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Oil filter
Not published
Fluids
Transmission capacity
Not published
Transmission fluid
Not published
Coolant capacity
17.6 qt
Source
4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Coolant type
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow)
Source
4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Brake fluid
Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 brake fluid
Source
4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Power steering fluid
Motorcraft MERCON power steering fluid
Source
4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-10-09Differential fluid
Not published
4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD manufacturer references
2008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Maintenance product specifications and capacities, PDF p. 381 Accessed 2026-10-092008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Engine oil grade, PDF p. 348 Accessed 2026-10-092008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Power steering fluid, PDF p. 382 Accessed 2026-10-092008 Ford F-150 MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 14 to 16 mpg across 10 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Configuration / engine | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F150 Pickup 2WD4.2L 6-cylinder · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,850 | 555.4375 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD4.2L 6-cylinder · Manual 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 14 mpg | 20 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,850 | 555.4375 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD4.6L 8-cylinder · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,850 | 555.4375 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD5.4L 8-cylinder · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 13 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg | $4,400 | 634.7857142857143 g/mi |
| F150 STX SE 2WD5.4L 8-cylinder · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,100 | 592.4666666666667 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD4.6L 8-cylinder · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 13 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg | $4,400 | 634.7857142857143 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD5.4L 8-cylinder · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 13 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg | $4,400 | 634.7857142857143 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 2WD FFV5.4L 8-cylinder · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 13 mpg | 18 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,100 | 592.4666666666667 g/mi |
| F150 STX SE 2WD FFV5.4L 8-cylinder · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,100 | 592.4666666666667 g/mi |
| F150 Pickup 4WD FFV5.4L 8-cylinder · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular GasolineEPA configuration record | 13 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,100 | 592.4666666666667 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2008 Ford F-150 annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 4.2L 6-cylinder, Automatic 4-spd, Rear-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile. For a specific journey, budget a road trip and settle passenger shares.
2008 Ford F-150 recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 1 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · 08V523000
ROUSH IS RECALLING 213 MY 2007-2008 FORD F-150 TRUCKS ALTERED TO OPERATE USING LIQUID PROPANE INJECTION. THE HYDRO-CARBON PAPER AFFIXED TO THE INSIDE OF THE AIRBOX LID WITH ADHESIVE MAY BECOME DISLODGED DURING OPERATION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIRBOX LID WITH A NEW ONE THAT INCLUDES THE HYDRO-CARBON PAPER WHICH HAS BEEN AFFIXED USING AN ADHESIVE PROMOTER AND GREATER PRESSURE AS RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 21, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROUSH AT 1-866-307-6788.
2008 Ford F-150 NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Ford F-150 Supercab | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
| 2008 Ford F-150 Regular Cab | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
| 2008 Ford F-150 Supercrew 4-DR. | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
Confirm the engine, tire package and service procedure
Match your engine and transmission with the configuration selector. Check the door-jamb tire label for your installed wheel package and cold pressure. A capacity is not a substitute for the filling procedure in the owner's manual; transmission change quantities and total system capacities can describe different jobs.
Fields marked Not published have no compiled value here. They do not mean zero capacity, no maintenance requirement or permission to substitute a part. Request a specification correction with the exact year, engine and manufacturer reference.
Frequently asked questions
- How much oil does a 2008 Ford F-150 take?
- 4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD: 6 US qt (filter basis not stated); SAE 5W-20. 4.2L V6 5-speed manual RWD: 6 US qt (filter basis not stated); SAE 5W-20. 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD: 6 US qt (filter basis not stated); SAE 5W-20. 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD: 6 US qt (filter basis not stated); SAE 5W-20. 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD: 7 US qt (filter basis not stated); SAE 5W-20. 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD: 7 US qt (filter basis not stated); SAE 5W-20.
- What type of oil does the 2008 Ford F-150 take?
- SAE 5W-20 (4.2L, 4.6L); SAE 5W-20 (5.4L). Specification: API certified for gasoline engines. Use the grade printed in your owner's manual or on the oil filler cap.
- Does the 2008 Ford F-150 oil capacity include the filter?
- The owner's manual table gives one quantity per engine without saying whether it includes the filter. Add slightly less, run the engine briefly, then top up to the dipstick's full mark.
- What tire size and wheel torque does the 2008 Ford F-150 use?
- 4.2L V6 4-speed automatic RWD: tire size not published; wheel torque not published. 4.2L V6 5-speed manual RWD: tire size not published; wheel torque not published. 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD: tire size not published; wheel torque not published. 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD: tire size not published; wheel torque not published. 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD: tire size not published; wheel torque not published. 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD: tire size not published; wheel torque not published.
- What is the 2008 Ford F-150 gas mileage?
- EPA combined ratings run from 14 to 16 mpg across 10 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
- Are these real-world MPG figures for the F-150?
- These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
- Does the 2008 Ford F-150 have recalls?
- NHTSA returned 1 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
- Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
- No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-052008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Maintenance product specifications and capacities, PDF p. 381 Accessed 2026-10-092008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Engine oil grade, PDF p. 348 Accessed 2026-10-092008 Ford F-150 Owners Guide (USA) — Power steering fluid, PDF p. 382 Accessed 2026-10-09Last updated