Oil
- Viscosity
- 5W-20
- Oil type
- Full Synthetic
- Capacity (with filter)
- 4.5 qt
- Capacity (without filter)
- 4.2 qt
OEM notes: WSS-M2C962-A1
2011 Ford Flex Maintenance & Specs
Everything you need to maintain your 2011 Ford Flex — oil specs, maintenance schedule, recalls, and more.
Everything you need to maintain your 2011 Ford Flex in one place. Uses 5W-20 Full Synthetic with a 4.5-quart capacity. Below you'll find oil specs, fluid capacities, maintenance schedules, recalls, parts, and links to buy what you need on Amazon.
Oil
5W-20
Full Synthetic
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Capacity
4.5 qt
with filter
OEM spec: WSS-M2C962-A1
Filter options
No filter cross-references added yet.
Drain bolt & hardware
Drain bolt specs not yet added.
Maintenance schedule
| Interval | Service |
|---|---|
| 5,000 mi/ 6 mo | Change Engine Oil & Filter |
| 7,500 mi/ 6 mo | Rotate Tires |
| 10,000 mi/ 12 mo | Change Engine Oil & Filter (Synthetic) |
| 15,000 mi/ 12 mo | Inspect Battery & Connections |
| 15,000 mi/ 12 mo | Inspect Brake Pads & Rotors |
| 15,000 mi/ 12 mo | Replace Wiper Blades |
| 20,000 mi/ 24 mo | Replace Cabin Air Filter |
| 30,000 mi/ 36 mo | Inspect & Replace PCV Valve |
| 30,000 mi/ 24 mo | Inspect Exhaust System |
| 30,000 mi/ 24 mo | Inspect Suspension & Steering |
| 30,000 mi/ 36 mo | Replace Brake Fluid |
| 30,000 mi/ 36 mo | Replace Engine Air Filter |
| 30,000 mi/ 36 mo | Replace Transmission Fluid (Manual) |
| 50,000 mi/ 60 mo | Replace Power Steering Fluid |
| 60,000 mi/ 60 mo | Replace Coolant/Antifreeze |
| 60,000 mi/ 72 mo | Replace Serpentine Belt |
| 60,000 mi/ 60 mo | Replace Spark Plugs |
| 60,000 mi/ 60 mo | Replace Transmission Fluid (Automatic) |
| 90,000 mi/ 84 mo | Replace Timing Belt |
| 100,000 mi/ 120 mo | Replace Spark Plugs (Iridium/Platinum) |
Torque specifications
- lug nut
- 100 ft-lbs / 135.6 Nm
- spark plug
- 18 ft-lbs / 24.4 Nm
14mm thread, aluminum head
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Tools & supplies
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