The oil problem is something Ford (or any other brand) vehicle can’t escape from. The 2018 Ford F-150 2.7L isn’t an exception. Expect to change its oil after every 5,000 to 10,000 miles to have a smoother driving experience long term.
If you’re having engine issues & you’re suspecting the oil, it’s a good decision to change the oil. Because this oil change procedure is easy & the products (oil & oil filter) are cheap.
In this article, I’ll discuss how to change F-150 2.7L EcoBoost engine oil in a step-by-step manner. Before diving into the tutorial, let’s look over the symptoms of potential bad oil conditions in the F-150 2.7L engine.
Symptoms Of Bad Oil Condition In F-150 2.7L Engine
I know you’re having an engine issue & willing to change the oil. However, double-check these symptoms below – so you can be entirely sure that the oil is the culprit.
- Low Oil Level Warning Displayed
- Increased Noisy Engine Sounds
- Black Smoke From The Engine
- Oily Smell Coming From The Car
- Oil Is Getting Dark & Discolored
If you’re noticing several symptoms mentioned above, change your oil following the next tutorial (step by step) part of this article.
How To Change 2018 F-150 2.7 Oil: Easy 7 Steps Guide
Changing oil is a pretty straightforward task & anybody with proper guidance can do it. However, you should also change your oil filter as it is just a good practice.
Before starting with this oil-changing guide, look over the things you might need while doing the oil change. Make sure to have everything in place before you start working.
Things You’ll Need:
- Oil Filter: FL-2062 Filter
- New Oil: Ford Synthetic Blend SAE 5W-30
- Jack & Jack Stand
- Oil Filter Wrench
- 8mm Wrench Or Socket
- 15mm Wrench Or Socket
- Funnel: For Refilling Oil Pan & Oil Filter
- 6 Quarts or Large Oil Drain Pan
- O.5 Quarts Drain Pain
- Safety Equipment: Glasses, Gloves
You don’t need to have all of them at home; borrowing equipment from auto Shop is very common. With that said, let’s get started with the steps now.
Caution: Make Sure The Engine Is Cold Before Starting The Work
Step 1: Get The 2018 F-150 2.7L Owner’s Manual First.
Get your owner’s manual from here: 2018 F-150 Owner’s Manual. After going through the manual, you’ll learn that this oil changing procedure will require an 8mm & 15mm Socket or wrench.
You can also check other information, such as Oil type & capacity, Oil Filter serial no. etc. Don’t be frustrated if you’re not getting this info accordingly – I’ve got your back. Just follow the next steps.
Step 2: Lift The Car By 10 to 12 Inches
Lifting the car with a jack & jack stand is needed to access both oil filter oil pan/container. Don’t ever lift the car with weaker substances or work in danger.
Make sure your working place has enough space so that you can work under the car easily. After lifting the car, proceed to drain oil from the oil filter.
Step 3: Remove The Metal Shield To Get Access To Oil Pan
Some car model covers the oil pan with a cover. In F-150 2.7 case, the oil pan is covered with a metal shield & it’s attached to the engine with 8mm bolts.
Use the 8mm Socket or wrench to unbolt them & remove the metal shield. After removing the shield, you can now access both the oil pan & oil filter easily.
Step 4: Drain Oil From The Oil Pan Correctly
Make sure to place a 6qt drain pan under the oil pan before doing anything. After the drain pan placement, gently loosen the drain plug of the oil pan by a 15mm socket or wrench.
You’ll notice around 6qt of oil is coming out from the oil pan/container. After doing the emptying job, tightly screw the drain plug in the right place. Proceed to the oil filter after doing this work.
Step 5: Drain Oil From The Oil Filter & Replace It
Use your hand or oil filter wrench to loosen the oil filter. Make sure to have
a half-quart drain pan below the oil filter before loosening it.
After all the oil is out, gently pull the oil filter out (by rotating it counterclockwise). Replace the old oil filter with a new one. Make sure the new one is a 2.7 EcoBoost supported FL-2062 Filter.
Step 6: Refill The Oil Pan & Oil Filter
Open the hood & locate the oil cap. Remove the oil cap & use a funnel to refill the oil pan & oil filter with Ford Synthetic Blend SAE 5W-30.
As the oil capacity of the 2018 F-150 2.7L is 6 quarts, make sure you have the right amount of oil available.
Step 7: Reset Oil Service Reminder & You’re All Set.
You may still have the “Low-Level Oil” warning on display. Yes, you’ll have to remove the sign manually. To do so, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Go To Main Menu By Pressing The Steering’s Left Button
- Step 2: Select Display Mode
- Step 3: Select Engine Information
- Step 4: Press & Hold The Ok Button For 3 seconds
Congrats! You’ve successfully changed the oil & fixed oil related warning from the engine.
Estimated Cost For The 2018 F-150 Oil Change
If you’re doing the labor work, good job – you’ve saved yourself $110 to $130. Otherwise, this amount will go to the individual professional or auto shop.
Besides, you’ll also need a $10 oil filter and five qt $35 synthetic blend oil. Please note that both oil & oil filter prices fluctuate daily; that’s why my stated price can go up or down when you’re reading this article.
Additional Comments To Consider Regarding 2.7 Oil Change
The severity level of bad oil or low oil is high. You can roughly damage your engine components by ignoring the fact, “My car needs an oil change.” Please don’t do it & get your car’s oil changed as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ
Changing the oil filter with every oil change is a good practice. Because the oil filter is very cheap and costs around ten bucks, you may have holes or defects you are unaware of – changing the oil filter will eliminate these potential issues.
The oil capacity of the 2018 F-150 is a 2.7L engine that can hold oil up to 6 quarts. This means you’ll need more than one 5-quarts Ford Synthetic Blend SAE 5W-30 to refill the oil tank properly.
High mileage oil should be used on vehicles with more than 75,000 miles. However, some long-term F-150 users didn’t feel the need to shift HM oil from an average synthetic blend.
Conclusion
I hope this article was helpful enough in figuring out how to change the oil in a 2018 F-150 2.7L EcoBoost edition. If you act according to the steps, you won’t face any issues.
Don’t hesitate to inform any professional if you ever need help. Don’t do anything without proper understanding to safeguard the longevity of your car engine.
