The 2020 Ford F250 6.7 is a rock-solid, heavy-duty truck. But even the most dependable vehicle needs a little help from you to keep rolling—which means you’ll need to know its total engine oil capacity.

Every vehicle requires regular maintenance and repair. Even the 2020 Ford F250 6.7, which is well above average in terms of reliability, will cost you about $15,000 in maintenance and repair costs. (Don’t even mention

the cost to insure your Ford F250

If you want to

save money on car expenses

, try taking care of your oil changes yourself. You’ll need the right materials and to know your F250 6.7 engine oil capacity.

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2020 Ford F250 6.7 engine oil capacity

The 2020 Ford F250 6.7 has an engine oil capacity of 13 quarts.

A lot of Ford owners get confused by the 6.7 in the truck’s name, thinking that that is the total oil capacity. 6.7 quarts is actually the engine displacement—which is the volume of oil held in the cylinders only, not the total oil capacity.

What kind of oil does a 2020 Ford F250 6.7 need?

Even more important than the oil capacity is the oil type that your truck needs. There are many different types of oil, and they are defined by their viscosity, or thickness.

Never use the wrong type of oil—doing so will almost certainly result in catastrophic engine damage.

For your 2020 Ford F250 6.7, you’ll need either full-synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil with a viscosity rating of 10W-30.

The first number (with the W beside it) indicates the oil’s viscosity at 0°F, and the second number indicates the oil’s viscosity at 212°F.

While you can use any full-synthetic or synthetic blend oil that has the correct viscosity, that doesn’t mean that all oils are created equal—some will be better suited to your F250.

Owner's manual recommendation: Motorcraft® SAE 10W-30 Motor Oil

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How often to change the oil in a 2020 Ford F250 6.7

Now that you know what type of oil your truck needs and how much of it to use, you’re probably wondering how often you should change the oil in your F250.

In general, Ford's

car maintenance schedule

recommends changing it every 7,500 miles or every 6 months—whichever comes first.

That said, you’ll sometimes have to change the oil ahead of schedule. When you check your oil (which you should do at least once a month), keep an eye out for any serious issues. If you notice any, change your oil as soon as you can.

Here are the most common issues that you should be watching out for:

The oil level has dropped significantly (this could be a sign that you have a leak)

The oil has changed color from amber to black (or very dark brown)

The oil has debris or contamination in it

The

oil feels gritty

or coarse (rub a bit between your fingers)

You should also keep an eye out for symptoms of bad oil that might present when you’re driving. If the truck's performance suddenly declines or if there are unfamiliar smells or

loud engine noises

, it’s likely a sign that your oil needs changing.

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How to change your oil and oil filter

Now that you have all the requisite specs and stats, it’s time to learn

how to change your oil

Make sure that you have 13 quarts of fresh 10W-30 oil, a fresh oil filter, a drain pan, a filter wrench, and a socket wrench.

When you have all those things handy, just follow these steps:

Start the engine in your F250 and allow it to run for a few minutes until the engine reaches normal operating temperature.

Shut off the engine and

open the hood

Locate and remove the oil fill cap.

Slide underneath the engine, locate the oil drain bolt, place the drain pan underneath it, then remove the bolt.

While the oil drains, remove the old oil filter. Once it has drained completely, install the new filter.

Reattach the oil drain bolt, making sure to tighten it securely.

Refill the oil using the fresh 10W-30 oil, then replace the oil fill cap.

Pour the old oil into a sealable container and deliver it to a recycling facility.

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. The

oil pressure light

should turn off after the oil change is complete.

And that’s all there is to it! Using these simple steps, you’ll be able to avoid paying for an oil change ever again.

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As has been mentioned, changing your own oil can save you around $1,000 over the first ten years of owning your F250—but that’s not the only way you can make owning a car easier on your wallet.

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