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1988 FORD F-250
5.0L V8•4WD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 1988 Ford F-250 5.0L V8 · 4WD
Fluid Type
10W-30 or 10W-40 conventional
Spec: API SF or SG
Capacity
5qt
4.73 L
Drain & Refill
5 qt
4.73 L
Change Interval
3,000 mi
4,827 km
Data quality
Book-style estimate
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Notes

With filter. 5W-30 for cold climates below 0°F

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