Engine Oil
5W-20
Full Synthetic
Capacity
5.7 qt
with filter
5.2 qt without filter
Oil Filter
FL-500-S
Motorcraft (OEM)
OEM spec: WSS-M2C945-B1
The 2021 Ford Edge takes 5W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 5.7 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 16mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 30 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Motorcraft FL-500-S, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 7 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2021 FORD EDGE
Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Motorcraft FL-500-S) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-20 Full Synthetic as specified by Ford — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-20
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 5.7 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 5.2 qt
OEM spec WSS-M2C945-B1
Filter Options
OEM oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 16 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 30 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
2nd gen CD4 (2.0L EcoBoost I4)
Type Mercon LV
Capacity 4 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Motorcraft Gold
Color Yellow
Capacity 7 qt
Change interval 120,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.052
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Battery
Motorcraft BXT-65-650 OEM
Buy Tires
Size 215/55R17
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Brake Pads
Motorcraft BR1551B OEM front
Buy Wiper Blades
Bosch 18A passenger, 18"
Buy Rain-X 18-1 passenger, 18"
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
21V011000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.
21V377000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Edge vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly may not function correctly when activated during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
22V151000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Show all 7 recalls All categories EQUIPMENT POWER TRAIN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:DOGS/SYNCHROS STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS SEATS SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE UNKNOWN OR OTHER POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL BACK OVER PREVENTION EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL TIRES:SIDEWALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS:ACCESORY POWER OUTLET/JACK/PORT/USB/SAE/CIGARETTE LIGHTER BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA SERVICE BRAKES STRUCTURE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) ENGINE VISIBILITY/WIPER STRUCTURE:BODY LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
SSM 49457 EQUIPMENT 2021-01-18
Some 2021 Mustang Mach-E/F-150/Edge/Nautilus vehicles may require a reboot of the SYNC 4 system. For vehicles equipped with a volume/power and seek buttons, press and hold both the volume/power and seek buttons for 10 seconds and the system will reboot. For vehicles not equipped with a volume/power button, holding the seek right and volume down buttons on the steering wheel controls will reboot the SYNC 4 system. The Workshop Manual (WSM) is in the process of being updated with this procedure.
SSM 49477 EQUIPMENT 2021-01-20
Some 2015-2021 F-150, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2021 Nautilus, 2015-2021 Edge, 2017-2019 Fusion, 2017-2020 MKZ And 2017-2020 Continental vehicles equipped with a 2.7L/3.0L EcoBoost engine may appear to have a low engine oil level if the proper procedures are not followed. Refer to the Owner's Manual > Maintenance > Engine oil check section. When checking the engine oil level after shutting off the engine wait at least 15 minutes prior to checking in order to allow the oil to drain back to the oil pan. The engine oil level can be checked immediately if the engine has not been started. When changing the engine oil the engine needs to be at normal operating temperature and the oil filter removed before draining the oil. Allow the oil pan to drain completely for up to 5 minutes. Check oil level after filling by following the oil level check procedure.
SSM 49625 EQUIPMENT 2021-02-26
Some 2021 Mustang Mach-E/F-150/Edge/Nautilus vehicles may require a reboot of the SYNC 4 system. For vehicles equipped with a volume/power and right seek button, press and hold both the volume/power and right seek button for 10 seconds and the system will reboot. For vehicles not equipped with a volume/power button, holding the seek right and volume down buttons on the steering wheel controls will reboot the SYNC 4 system. The Workshop Manual (WSM) is in the process of being updated with this procedure.
Show all 137 TSBs(+134) Private Party
$13,680–$15,120
Dealer Retail
$15,840–$18,000
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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