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Ford maintenance guides
America's best-selling brand. Ford trucks and SUVs are workhorses with robust parts ecosystems and straightforward DIY access.
Ford F-150
1975–present
5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic (engine-specific)Oil: Every 5,000–10,000 miles
The F-150 is the most proven work truck on the market. The EcoBoost engines need synthetic oil and timely changes to avoid cam phaser wear.
Ford Mustang
1964–present
5W-50 synthetic (GT350/GT500) or 5W-20 (V6/EcoBoost)Oil: Every 5,000–7,500 miles
The Mustang is mechanically robust when maintained. Cam phaser wear on the 5.0 is preventable with timely oil changes.
Ford Explorer
1990–present
5W-30 syntheticOil: Every 7,500–10,000 miles
Post-2011 Explorers have improved reliability. The 2.3L EcoBoost is the most reliable engine option.