Or rather an oil capacity or Ford question.

I brought 2012 5.0 liter to Wally World this morning to have the oil changed and tires rotated. I know, I know, but I couldn't get an appt at dealership and I go back to work tomorrow.

I opt to have my oil changed at an establishment rather then do it myself while the truck is under warranty.

Anyway, I watched them change it, authorized the use of a Purolator filter being that they didn't have the FL500s in stock, and dump 7 quarts of Motorcraft oil in. I asked about it and the tech told me that their computer pulled up a 5.4 liter engine that specified 7 quarts when he scanned the VIN. I showed him the owners manual where it says 7.7 quarts for the 5.0 and he added another half quart to being it up to full.

What's curious is that I looked at all my dealer service receipts when I got home and every one of them lists 5.4 liter and 7 quarts of oil. Did something change in the manual I'm not aware of? I am almost certain that the 5.4 wasn't even offered in 2012. Any ideas? Should I police the dealer now too?

The level at Wal Mart read halfway between the two holes on the dipstick before he added the othe half quart. I checked the oil after being services at the dealer and it was always full. Maybe the dealer caught the misinformation on the computer and now compensates?

 

I think my 2012 shows 5.0 with 7 quarts. its doesn't show 5.4 for 2012. 2010 was the last year for the 5.4 in the 150.

 

This is from my 2013 owners guide, and I'm confident the 2012s are the same.

 

That's exactly what it says in my manual.

 

The 5.4L engines are still being used in the E-series vans and the Expedition.