What Size Is The Oil Drain Plug On A 4.6 Ford?

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This drain plug features a 14mm Hex head with a thread pattern of M14-1.5 thread pitch.

What size is the oil drain plug on a 2002 Mustang GT?

SAE/Metric: 16 mm head size.

What size is the oil drain plug on a 2000 Mustang?

5/8"
Dorman – Autograde – Standard Engine Oil Drain Plug: M14-1.50 Thread, 5/8″ Head, 1 Pack (Part No. 090-937CD)

What size socket fits oil drain plug?

3/8-inch
Next, locate the drain plug under the car; it should still be warm from the heated engine. Place a 3/8-inch (0.9 centimeters) socket in the socket wrench, fit it over the drain plug’s nut and turn it counterclockwise. The oil drain plug should open easily, draining the used oil from the engine.

What size is Ford f150 oil drain plug?

15 mm
75 Thread, 15 mm Head, 1 Pack (Part No. 090-175CD)

How much oil does a 4.6 GT Mustang take?

6 quarts
Engine Oil
Capacity: 6 quarts (with filter).

Can I use 5w30 instead of 5w20 in my Ford Mustang?

This is a great question! In general, it is not recommended that you use 5w30 oil (or any other oil weight) in place of 5w20 oil, as the slightest difference in viscosity can potentially.

What size is the oil drain plug on a 2011 Mustang GT?

SAE/Metric: 16 mm head size.

Are Ford plastic drain plugs one time use?

The drain plug for EcoBoost engines with a plastic oil pan is a one-time use plug.

What size socket does a drain plug take on a 2012 Mustang?

All plugs have 14mm hex – just one wrench works for all.

What size is the oil drain bolt size?

Oil Drain Plug Standard M14-1.50, Head Size 17mm.

Can I reuse the same oil drain plug?

The type of gasket used on your vehicle oil pan drain plug may be a single use only, or reusable type. If your gasket is a thicker plastic, it may be reusable and you don’t have to replace it every time you change the oil.

What tool do I need to change oil?

In addition to oil, you’ll need an oil filter, an oil-filter removal wrench, a wrench to remove the drain plug, a funnel, a drain pan and some gloves. You may also need to raise the car to gain access, in which case you’ll need a floor jack and safety stands, or a pair of purpose-made steel ramps.

What size is oil plug on 2006 Ford F150?

All plugs have 14mm hex – just one wrench works for all.

What size is the oil drain plug on a 2002 Ford F150?

Dorman – Autograde – Standard Engine Oil Drain Plug: M14-1.50 Thread, 5/8″ Head, 1 Pack (Part No. 090-937CD)

What size bolt is for a f150 oil pan?

Oil Pan Bolts, 5/16-18, Head Size 3/8 In.

What kind of oil does a 4.6 V8 take?

For the 4.6 engine, Ford recommends that you use 5W-20 synthetic blend motor oil. Let’s break that down a little. The numbers indicate the viscosity (thickness) of the oil, while the W means winter.

How much horsepower does a 4.6 Triton motor have?

Ford 4.6L SOHC V-8

Ford
4.6L SOHC V-8
Horsepower (SAE net) 300 @ 5,750 rpm
Torque 320 lb.-ft. (434 Nm) @ 4,500 rpm
Specific output 65 hp/L

What is a 4.6 Ford engine equivalent to?

The 4.6 liter engine was the replacement for the Windsor family of Ford V8’s. Having been introduced in the 1962 Ford Fairlane as the 221 cubic inch V8, the Windsor engines would ultimately be found in many familiar sounding sizes (289, 302, and 351) and would power everything from Falcon’s to F-350’s.

Does Ford recommend using synthetic oil?

Every Ford model has the required oil specification listed in the owner’s manual. High performance cars like the Mustang as well as turbocharged engines across the Ford lineup typically require synthetic engine oil.

What happens if you put 5W30 instead of 10W30?

What is more, you can even use 5W30 oil instead of 10W30 in your generator or car engine, if needed. Both these types of oil have the same viscosity and this means that the oil will perform the precise same way once it reaches operating temperature and therefore can be used interchangeably.

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