Engine Oil
0W-20
Full Synthetic
Capacity
6 qt
with filter
5.7 qt without filter
Oil Filter
FL-910S
Motorcraft (OEM)
OEM spec: WSS-M2C962-A1
The 2021 Ford Ranger takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 6 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-910S. Note: this vehicle has 6 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 RANGER
Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Motorcraft FL-910S) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 0W-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 0W-20
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 6 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 5.7 qt
OEM spec WSS-M2C962-A1
Filter Options
OEM oil filter for 2.7L EcoBoost
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 16 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 30 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
6th gen (2.3L EcoBoost I4)
Type Mercon LV
Capacity 5.5 qt
Change interval 50,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Motorcraft Gold
Color Yellow
Capacity 8.5 qt
Change interval 120,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2.5 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2.5 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Differential Fluid (rear) Buy Type 75W-90 GL-5
Capacity 2.5 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.052
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 265/70R17
Front pressure 35 PSI
Rear pressure 35 PSI
Brake Pads
Ford KB3Z-2001-A OEM front
Buy Ford NU2Z-2V200-A OEM rear
Buy Ford JB3Z-2200-D OEM rear
Buy Ford NU2Z-2V001-A OEM front
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
21V765000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ranger Super Cab vehicles equipped with rear seats containing fixed head restraints. The fixed head restraints may interfere with proper installation of certain types of child seats. Additionally, the child seat may not attach properly to the lower-rear anchors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System."
21V811000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ford Ranger Super Cab vehicles. The front passenger outboard seat belt may not have been assembled properly, allowing the seat belt to be misrouted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
21V982000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The cruise control radar module was misaligned during production.
Show all 6 recalls All categories SEATS POWER TRAIN EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STRUCTURE EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL UNKNOWN OR OTHER EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ENGINE BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:DOGS/SYNCHROS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES TIRES:SIDEWALL LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:CONDENSOR/EVAPORATOR SERVICE BRAKES EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB 23-2062 SEATS 2023-03-31
Some 2019-2023 Ranger crew cab vehicles may exhibit excessive latching effort when returning the rear seat backrest assembly to the upright position. This may be due to oversized rear seat backrest bumpers preventing latch to striker engagement. Vehicles built on or before 04-Feb-2019 may also have excessive deadening material inside the rear seat backrest latch. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the rear seat backrest bumpers and adjust the striker position.
TSB 23-2078 POWER TRAIN 2023-03-20
Some 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a shudder/vibration when accelerating from a stop. This may be due to an excessive rear axle pinion angle. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to adjust the rear axle pinion angle.
SSM 51419 POWER TRAIN 2023-03-08
Some 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving. This may be identified as coming from the bellhousing and the front of the transmission fluid pan. The whine noise may become louder when the transmission is at operating temperature and may increase with engine revolutions per minute (RPM) in the park (P) position. A small amount of whine noise is considered to be characteristic of the 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmissions due to the offset gear drivetrain in the front support and has no effect on durability.
Show all 112 TSBs(+109) Private Party
$21,660–$23,940
Dealer Retail
$25,080–$28,500
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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