2006 Ford F-150
Maintenance & specsVERIFIED Oct 29, 2026
The 2006 Ford F-150 takes 5W-20 Conventional or Synthetic Blend 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-400S, with 1 compatible alternative listed below. Note: this vehicle has 14 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 2006 FORD F-150
- Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads.
- Using the OEM filter (Motorcraft FL-400S) is recommended for warranty compliance.
- Always use 5W-20 Conventional or Synthetic Blend as specified by Ford — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty.
- Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
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Oil & Filter
OilBuy
Viscosity5W-20
Oil typeConventional or Synthetic Blend
Capacity (with filter)5.7 qt
Capacity (w/o filter)5.4 qt
OEM specWSS-M2C930-A
Filter Options
MotorcraftFL-400SOEM
BuyMotorcraftFL-820SOEM
BuyMotorcraft spin-on (Ford E4FZ-6731-AB), 3.0L Vulcan OHV V6 and 2008-09 3.5L Duratec
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size16 mm
ThreadM14x1.5
Torque spec30 Nm
GasketCrush washer
11th generation (4.6L V8 base)
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Fluid Specifications
Transmission FluidBuy
TypeMercon LV
Capacity5.5 qt
Change interval50,000 mi
Brake FluidBuy
DOT typeDOT 3
Change interval45,000 mi
CoolantBuy
TypeMotorcraft Gold
ColorYellow
Capacity8.5 qt
Change interval100,000 mi
Power Steering FluidBuy
TypeMercon LV
Differential Fluid (rear)Buy
Type75W-90 GL-5
Capacity2.5 qt
Change interval60,000 mi
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Parts & Specifications
Spark Plugs
TypeIridium
Gap0.052
Quantity4
Change interval100,000 mi
Tires
Size265/70R17
Front pressure35 PSI
Rear pressure35 PSI
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Maintenance Schedule
≈ every 6 months
- ▸Change Engine Oil & Filter
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Torque Specifications
06
Safety Recalls
1407
Technical Service Bulletins
42Towing & Payload
Max Towing
13,000lbs
Max Payload
3,325lbs
Curb Weight
4,069lbs
GVWR
7,050lbs
Max Tongue Weight
1,300lbs
Hitch Class
IV
Source: manufacturer
Estimated Current Value
Original MSRP
$52,000
Private Party
$8,398–$9,282
Dealer Retail
$9,724–$11,050
Trade-In
$7,514–$8,398
Depreciation
83%
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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