The 2007 Ford F-150 4.6L V8 is a powerful truck that lives up to the F-150 name. To keep your Ford running at peak condition, you’ll need to keep up with your engine oil changes. Doing oil changes yourself means learning all you can about your engine oil capacity.

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. To change your 2007 Ford F-150 4.6L V8 oil, you'll need some important information, like the engine oil capacity, what type of oil to use, and how frequently it needs to be changed.

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2007 Ford F-150 4.6L V8 engine oil capacity

The 2007 Ford F-150 4.6L V8 has an engine oil capacity of six quarts.

This truck is powered by a 4.6L V8 engine, which produces 248 horsepower and 294 pound-feet of torque. The 4.6L refers to the engine displacement (the volume which the cylinders take up) and is unrelated to the engine oil capacity. So make sure you don't get these numbers confused when changing your oil.

What kind of oil does a 2007 Ford F-150 4.6L V8 need?

With many different engine oil types available, choosing an oil that works well with your 2007 Ford F-150 4.6L V8 is crucial. The owner's manual recommends you use 5W-20 synthetic oil for this truck.

Synthetic oil is completely man made with chemicals. Synthetic oil costs more, but also lasts longer and provides better engine performance than conventional oil.

The numbers refer to the viscosity or thickness of the motor oil. The 5 is the viscosity at cold temperatures (the W stands for winter) and the 20 is the viscosity at the engine's regular operating temperature (around 212 F).

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How often to change oil on a 2007 Ford F-150 4.6L V8

Conventional oil needs to be changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles as part of your routine

car maintenance schedule

to keep your oil fresh and your engine clean.

However, since the 2007 F-150 uses synthetic oil, you only need to get an oil change every 7,500 to 10,000 miles! These longer intervals save you time and money without negatively impacting your truck.

There are signs to watch out for that indicate you need to change your oil, regardless of when your last oil change was. Be on the lookout for the following warning signs:

Motor oil that needs changing is dark brown or black

Motor oil feels coarse or gritty

Unfamiliar noises coming from the engine

New smells, especially anything that smells like oil, smoke, or burning

Changes in your vehicle’s performance

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How to change your oil and oil filter

With all the information above, you’re ready to

change your engine oil

at home!

The first step is to gather your supplies. You’ll need a socket wrench, gloves, a drain pan, a filter wrench, a replacement filter, and a bottle of engine oil.

Next, run your car for a few minutes until the engine reaches regular operating temperature. This will help the oil drain.

Wearing a pair of gloves, you can now open the hood and get to work:

Remove the oil fill cap first. If you can’t remove it once your oil is drained, your car will be stuck.

Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from under your car.

Let your old oil drain into the drain pan, which you’ve placed beneath the drain bolt.

Take this time to remove your old oil filter and install the new one.

Once your oil is drained, replace the oil drain bolt using a new washer.

Pour new oil into your engine.

Once full, replace the fill cap.

After following these steps, take a moment to run your engine to check for leaks and dashboard warning lights.

After changing your oil, it’s a good idea to turn on your car and let your engine run for about 30 seconds before you check the oil level. This will give you a more accurate measurement, and you’ll be able to top it off if necessary.

Your final step is to dispose of your old motor oil responsibly. Don't just dump it! Instead, you'll need to place the oil in a sealable container and bring it to your local recycling station.

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