Oil Change
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Oil Change
will soon be time for the 1st oil change and i'm trying to decide whether to do it myself or go to the dealer. i typically do all vehicle maintenance myself so that i know 1st hand what has been done. i've done a little bit of research and in what i've found i will need 13 qts of oil and a Motorcraft FL-2051 filter which i have not been able to find anywhere locally such as autozone or walmart. walmart does carry Motorcraft oil that is CJ-4 rated and 15W-40 weight. it's ~ $16/ per 5qt container and will require 3 containers. but i would have some left over. the filter i can only find online or probably at the local dealer for between $12 and $22. i got a coupon from the dealer that sold me the truck for an $89.95 oil change + taxes, disposal fees and whatever else they can charge me i'm sure. my question is should i change it myself, and if so what oil and filter should i get or should i take it to the dealer?
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You should be able to get the oil filter from your Ford dealer parts counter. I am in the Chicago area and Walmart does stock this filter on the shelf here.
As far as what oil to get is a source of great debate. Get a good quality oil that meets or exceeds the rating of this engine. I personally like a full synthetic.
Whether you should change it yourself or take it to the dealer is a personal choice. I personally like to change mine for a variety of different reasons, even if I had a free coupon. Some people are more comfortable with the dealer doing it. There is no right or wrong answer here.
As far as what oil to get is a source of great debate. Get a good quality oil that meets or exceeds the rating of this engine. I personally like a full synthetic.
Whether you should change it yourself or take it to the dealer is a personal choice. I personally like to change mine for a variety of different reasons, even if I had a free coupon. Some people are more comfortable with the dealer doing it. There is no right or wrong answer here.
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Just made me die a little more inside
LOL
Thats great you get such deals wish more dealers did!
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Costs less than $60 for semi-syn 10w30 Rotella and Motorcraft filter. Oil disposal is FREE at any wal-mart or auto parts store.
$35 + tax is a bargain to do something that would cost you nothing on your next grocery or parts run?
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WOW! NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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If you keep detailed records of maintenance (keep receipts and take note of what was replaced when) the dealer can't void your warranty because of a lack of proper maintenance. Now, if you DON'T replace/refresh something that should have been or you don't have a record of doing it, that might be an issue. As long as you have proper documentation you should be good.
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I have a quick document that I print and fill out when I change the oil and staple the receipts to it then file it away.
I document oil level before/after, mileage and engine hours.
I've read Ford will most likely ignore any 3rd party oil tests but I also staple the blackstone report to that oil change paperwork.
Lastly, I submit the information to my Ford Owners account.
This way the dealer can see that I've been doing maintenance on my truck.
Ford won't be able to argue.
I document oil level before/after, mileage and engine hours.
I've read Ford will most likely ignore any 3rd party oil tests but I also staple the blackstone report to that oil change paperwork.
Lastly, I submit the information to my Ford Owners account.
This way the dealer can see that I've been doing maintenance on my truck.
Ford won't be able to argue.
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I have a quick document that I print and fill out when I change the oil and staple the receipts to it then file it away.
I document oil level before/after, mileage and engine hours.
I've read Ford will most likely ignore any 3rd party oil tests but I also staple the blackstone report to that oil change paperwork.
Lastly, I submit the information to my Ford Owners account.
This way the dealer can see that I've been doing maintenance on my truck.
Ford won't be able to argue.
I document oil level before/after, mileage and engine hours.
I've read Ford will most likely ignore any 3rd party oil tests but I also staple the blackstone report to that oil change paperwork.
Lastly, I submit the information to my Ford Owners account.
This way the dealer can see that I've been doing maintenance on my truck.
Ford won't be able to argue.
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Create an account.
Register your VIN.
If you've had your truck at a dealer, the dealer notes should eventually appear and you can create self service notes.
More Turbo
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I'm not really too worried about $35 especially when they take care of everything!
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Took mine to the dealer on Friday for an LOF and Tire Rotation. Cost me $75 due to a technicality, but I'll take it. The guy that wrote up the order misquoted the cost, but they honored their deal. I don't think I'll get away so easy next time.
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the chart in this link tells how much oil and what oil depending on what you use the truck for.
6.7L Power Stroke Specs
I just got a job a ford dealer and i do oil changes. not trying to scare you guys away but i would change my own oil. i do anyways. we pretty much pull the drain plug, pull the filter, order the filter, go get it, put filter on, then put drain plug in while oil is still dripping from drain. i personally like to let my oil drain until nothing is dripping out of oil pan.
Like i said, not trying to scare you guys away from the dealer but just putting itout there. everything is about speed at a dealership.
6.7L Power Stroke Specs
I just got a job a ford dealer and i do oil changes. not trying to scare you guys away but i would change my own oil. i do anyways. we pretty much pull the drain plug, pull the filter, order the filter, go get it, put filter on, then put drain plug in while oil is still dripping from drain. i personally like to let my oil drain until nothing is dripping out of oil pan.
Like i said, not trying to scare you guys away from the dealer but just putting itout there. everything is about speed at a dealership.
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