2011 Ford Mustang

Maintenance & specsVERIFIED Oct 29, 2026
Engine Oil
5W-20
Full Synthetic
OEM spec · WSS-M2C945-B1Buy oil
Capacity
8qt
with filter
7.5 qt without filter
Oil Filter
FL-500S
Motorcraft (OEM)
OEM spec: WSS-M2C945-B1

The 2011 Ford Mustang takes 5W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 8 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-500S, with 1 compatible alternative listed below. Note: this vehicle has 5 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 2011 FORD MUSTANG
  • Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads.
  • Using the OEM filter (Motorcraft FL-500S) 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.
01

Oil & Filter

OilBuy
Viscosity5W-20
Oil typeFull Synthetic
Capacity (with filter)8 qt
Capacity (w/o filter)7.5 qt
OEM specWSS-M2C945-B1
Filter Options
MotorcraftFL-500SOEM
Buy
MotorcraftFL-820SOEM
Buy
OEM spin-on filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size16 mm
ThreadM14x1.5
Torque spec30 Nm
GasketCrush washer
5th gen S197 II (5.0L Coyote V8)
02

Fluid Specifications

Transmission FluidBuy
TypeMercon LV
Capacity4 qt
Change interval60,000 mi
Brake FluidBuy
DOT typeDOT 4
Change interval30,000 mi
CoolantBuy
TypeMotorcraft Gold
ColorYellow
Capacity7 qt
Change interval100,000 mi
Power Steering FluidBuy
TypeMercon LV
Differential Fluid (rear)Buy
Type75W-140 GL-5
Capacity2 qt
Change interval50,000 mi
03

Parts & Specifications

Spark Plugs
TypeIridium
Gap0.052
Quantity4
Change interval100,000 mi
FordCYFS-12F-5AXOEM
Buy
FordCYFS-12F-1XOEM
Buy
FordCYFS-12Y-T6OEM
Buy
FordAGSF-22F-M1XOEM
Buy
Tires
Size245/40R18
Front pressure35 PSI
Rear pressure35 PSI
Air Filter
FordAR3Z-9601-AOEM
Buy
FordAR3Z-9601-BOEM
Buy
Cabin Air Filter
Ford4R3Z-19N619-ACOEM
Buy
Brake Pads
Ford7R3Z-2001-AOEMfront
Buy
FordCU2Z-2V200-COEMrear
Buy
Ford5U2Z-2V001-KOEMfront
Buy
FordDR3Z-2200-COEMrear
Buy
FordCU2Z-2V001-FOEMfront
Buy
Wiper Blades
FordSU2Z-17V528-B
Buy
FordSU2Z-17V528-A
Buy
FordAR3Z-17528-AA
Buy
FordAR3Z-17528-BA
Buy
FordMU2Z-17V528-FA
Buy
FordMU2Z-17V528-HA
Buy
04

Maintenance Schedule

≈ every 6 months
  • ▸Change Engine Oil & Filter
05

Torque Specifications

lug nut
100ft-lb·135.6Nm
spark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18ft-lb·24.4Nm
06

Safety Recalls

5
07

Technical Service Bulletins

58

Estimated Current Value

Original MSRP
$40,000
Private Party
$7,600–$8,400
Dealer Retail
$8,800–$10,000
Trade-In
$6,800–$7,600
Depreciation
80%

Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.

Source: estimated

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Tools & Supplies

Oil Drain Pan
Catch the old oil cleanly
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Funnel
Spill-free refill
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16mm Socket
For the drain plug
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5W-20 Oil
8+ quarts
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