2023 Ford Fiesta Oil Capacity

2023 Ford Fiesta Oil Capacity

ByPeter M. Thomas

The 2023 Ford Fiesta is a subcompact car that offers a combination of performance, fuel efficiency, and affordability. It is powered by a 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine that produces 123 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission.

The oil capacity of the 2023 Ford Fiesta is 4.5 quarts (4.2 liters). This includes the oil filter. When changing the oil, it is important to use the correct type of oil. The recommended oil for the 2023 Ford Fiesta is 5W-20 synthetic blend oil.

Checking the Oil Level

It is important to check the oil level in your 2023 Ford Fiesta regularly. This will help to ensure that the engine has enough oil to operate properly. To check the oil level, follow these steps:

  1. Park your car on a level surface.
  2. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down for a few minutes.
  3. Open the hood of your car.
  4. Locate the oil dipstick. It is usually located near the front of the engine.
  5. Pull out the oil dipstick and wipe it clean with a rag.
  6. Reinsert the oil dipstick into the engine.
  7. Pull out the oil dipstick again and check the oil level.

The oil level should be between the “FULL” and “ADD” marks on the oil dipstick. If the oil level is low, you will need to add oil to the engine.

Changing the Oil

The oil in your 2023 Ford Fiesta should be changed every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first. You can change the oil yourself or have it changed by a qualified mechanic.

To change the oil yourself, you will need the following tools and materials:

  • New oil filter
  • New oil (4.5 quarts)
  • Oil drain pan
  • Funnel
  • Wrench
  • Rags

To change the oil, follow these steps:

  1. Park your car on a level surface.
  2. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down for a few minutes.
  3. Open the hood of your car.
  4. Locate the oil drain plug. It is usually located on the bottom of the oil pan.
  5. Place the oil drain pan under the oil drain plug.
  6. Loosen the oil drain plug with the wrench.
  7. Allow the oil to drain completely into the oil drain pan.
  8. Replace the oil drain plug.
  9. Locate the oil filter. It is usually located near the top of the engine.
  10. Loosen the oil filter with the wrench.
  11. Remove the old oil filter and discard it.
  12. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the gasket of the new oil filter.
  13. Screw the new oil filter onto the engine.
  14. Add new oil to the engine. Use the funnel to pour the oil into the oil filler neck.
  15. Check the oil level with the oil dipstick.
  16. Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.
  17. Check for any leaks.

That’s it! You have now successfully changed the oil in your 2023 Ford Fiesta.

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