The 2020 Ford Ranger makes for a reliable, capable compact truck. But it will only stay that way if it’s properly maintained, in which case you’ll want to know its engine oil capacity: 6.2 quarts.

The 2020 Ford Ranger 2.3-liter’s engine oil capacity is 6.2 quarts (5.9 liters).
The 2020 Ford Ranger’s 2.3-liter engine requires 5W-30 synthetic blend oil.
Taking care of an oil change at home is an easy way to cut down on repair costs—but to do it right, you need to know your truck’s oil capacity, as well as its oil type.
Under normal conditions, Ford recommends changing your oil every 7,500 to 10,000 miles.

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2020 Ford Ranger 2.3L engine oil capacity

The 2020 Ford Ranger’s 2.3-liter engine has an engine oil capacity of 6.2 quarts, or 5.9 liters.

When you add fresh oil to your engine, this measurement doesn’t necessarily need to be right on the dot, but it should be close. Having too much or too little oil circulating through your engine can cause costly damage. Your dipstick will help you determine whether your engine has enough oil in it.

Also, don’t mistake the “2.3 liters” here for your engine’s oil capacity—this number actually refers to your engine’s displacement, which refers to the total volume your engine’s cylinders take up. It’s a useful piece of information to know, but it’s not related to your oil capacity.

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What kind of oil does a 2020 Ford Ranger need?

The 2020 Ford Ranger’s 2.3-liter engine requires 5W-30 synthetic blend oil.

This set of numbers is your engine’s viscosity grade, which tells you your oil’s consistency at different temperatures. The “W” here stands for winter, and the “5” it’s paired with tells you the oil’s thickness under freezing temperatures ahead of engine startup. The “30” tells you your oil’s viscosity once your engine has heated up and reached normal operating temperatures.

Synthetic blend is essentially a middle ground between full synthetic and conventional oil. It gives you some of the improved performance that comes with a synthetic option while being a little less expensive than full synthetic oil. While you could also opt for a full synthetic option, you’ll want to avoid using a conventional-only oil.

If you lived in an extremely cold climate—as in, you could expect to experience temperatures of -22°F or lower—Ford recommends 0W-30 oil for more effective cold starting.

What’s most important when selecting your engine oil is that it has the correct viscosity grade, is at least a synthetic blend, and that the container has an API certification seal to confirm it meets the necessary quality standards.

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How often to change the oil on a 2020 Ford Ranger

Oil capacity? Check. Oil type? Check. So, when should you actually

change the oil

on your 2020 Ford Ranger?

The answer is that it depends on what driving conditions are typical for you.

Generally, under normal conditions, Ford recommends changing your oil every 7,500 to 10,000 miles. But under more strenuous conditions, like towing heavy loads, idling for extended periods of time, or driving across steep or challenging terrain, you may need to change your oil as often as every 5,000 to 7,500 miles.

And under the most taxing conditions, such as if you’re regularly maxing out your towing capacity or driving in extremely hot or cold conditions, the interval may be between 3,000 and 5,000 miles.

Since oil change intervals can vary somewhat depending on your usage, it’s important to check your engine oil regularly—about once a month or so as a general rule of thumb.

If it’s past time for your Ford Ranger to receive an oil change, here are some symptoms you might notice:

Engine oil has turned dark brown or black (fresh engine oil starts out as a translucent light brown)

Motor oil has a

grainy, gritty texture

Rough-running engine

Worsening gas mileage

Knocking or other strange engine sounds

Oil or burning odors coming from the engine

Check engine light

, low oil pressure light, oil change reminder, or other indicator lights turn on

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How to change your oil and oil filter

If you’ve decided it’s time for your 2020 Ford Ranger’s next oil change, the first thing you’ll need to do is gather your supplies, which will likely include:

Socket wrench

Oil filter wrench

Funnel

Drain pan

Gloves and protective eyewear

New washer for the drain bolt

New oil filter

Fresh engine oil

When you have everything you need on hand, you can get started by running your engine until it reaches its normal operating temperature, which will heat up the oil so it’s easier to drain. This should only take about five minutes or so.

Once you’ve reached that point, here’s how you can proceed:

Pop open your hood and remove the oil fill cap

Underneath the engine, remove the oil drain bolt and washer

Allow the old oil to pour into the drain pan

Remove the old oil filter and install the new one following the package instructions

Replace the oil drain bolt using a new washer to the proper tightening torque specification

Back at the hood of your Ranger, add new engine oil to the necessary level

Replace the oil fill cap

You’re just about done! Now, you’ll want to run your engine a few minutes again, checking around for leaks and making sure any troublesome indicator lights like a low oil pressure light have turned off.

If all appears to be in good working order, you can shut off your engine. Then, once it’s cooled, use your dipstick to check your engine oil level again, adding more if necessary.

One final step! Since engine oil is a hazardous material, you can’t just dispose of it anywhere—bring it to a designated recycling location or an auto shop that accepts it.

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