The 2014 Ford Edge is a great mid size SUV that offers the best combination of safety, a powerful engine, reliability, and affordability. Find out its engine oil capacity to keep your SUV running at its best.

Owning a family-friendly SUV comes with expenses, from insurance to maintenance. Keep those maintenance costs down by changing the oil yourself—just check with your owner's manual for the correct oil type and capacity before you begin.

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2014 Ford Edge engine oil capacity

First things first, how much engine oil does a 2014 Ford Edge need?

The standard 3.5-liter V6 that powers your 2014 Edge has an oil capacity of 6 quarts or 5.6 liters.

You may have noticed that this amount doesn’t match up with the 3.5 liters described with your engine spec. This number refers to the engine’s displacement, or the volume the cylinders take up and is not the same thing as oil capacity.

What kind of oil does a 2014 Ford Edge need?

Now that you know your Edge takes 6 quarts, let's talk about

oil type

. Don't just buy whatever is on sale because one engine oil is not the same as another.

You’ll need to look specifically for SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil. Ford recommends this oil for the 2014 Edge, and it’s important to follow the manufacturer’s advice.

What does SAE5W-30 mean? The numbers tell you the oil’s viscosity (how thick it is), while the “W” refers to winter. The numbers are the range from cold to hot weather—the 5 tells you the oil is great for cold weather, down to -22°F, and 30 is the oil’s thickness for hot operating temperatures.

What about SAE? SAE stands for Society of Automotive Engineers, the organization that codes oil viscosity. They make sure everyone uses the same measurements so you know what you are getting.

You want 5W-30 because the oil is used for vehicles driven in areas with extreme temperature fluctuations. It works well below freezing and reduces your engine's wear and tear. “Synthetic oil” means the oil is a mix of chemically altered materials and distilled oil.

Synthetic oil minimizes damage to your engine through oxidation. It gives manufacturers a way to control the qualities they want and makes synthetic oil more stable than natural oil. In short, it won't break down as easily or quickly.

Still not sure which oil to pick? Consider these options:

The real deal: Ford’s owner manual recommends

Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil

For better fuel economy: Ford suggests using

Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil

if you want to up your fuel efficiency.

For high-mileage vehicles: Ford recommends

Castrol - EDGE® High Mileage 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil

to keep things moving.

Key Takeaway Using the right oil for your vehicle is an important part of maintenance and keeping your car running for years to come.

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How often do I change the oil on a 2014 Ford Edge?

Now that you're an expert on the 2014 Ford Edge oil capacity and type, you want to know when to

change your oil

Ford recommends changing your oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles for conventional oil as part of your

regular car maintenance schedule

. Even if you don't drive much, keep your engine functioning by changing the oil every six months. If you use the synthetic oil Ford recommends, you can go every 7,500 to 10,000 miles.

Still, keeping an eye on things is important. You want to make sure you’re changing the oil when your car needs it, so check your oil level regularly (once a month or every other time you fuel up). Your oil likely needs changing if:

The motor oil is dark brown or black. Clean oil is light brown or amber.

The motor oil feels/looks gritty.

The engine is making strange noises or sounds louder than normal.

You notice odd smells, like oil, smoke, or burning.

There are changes in your car's performance.

Key Takeaway Check your oil regularly and keep up with the suggested oil change schedule to keep your car running at its best.

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How to change your oil and oil filter

If it’s time for an oil change, you’ll need a few different tools, including a socket wrench, a drain pan, and a filter wrench (to remove the old filter). You’ll also need a replacement filter and six quarts of 5W-30 oil.

First, run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. During average weather, this should take about five minutes. Shut the engine off once it’s warm, then pop the hood and follow these steps:

Get under the engine and remove the oil pan plug and washer (turn counterclockwise), then drain the oil into the drain pan. Have the pan ready before you remove the plug.

Once the oil has drained, put the oil pan plug and washer back on.

Have the drain pan ready, then remove the old oil filter. Check that the seal on the oil filter comes with it, and continue to drain the oil.

Install the new filter (it will have a seal).

Remove the oil fill cap.

Refill the engine with new oil and replace the fill cap.

Make sure you’ve added enough oil by using the dipstick. Run the car for a couple of minutes to check for leaks. Your dashboard's

oil pressure light

will turn off if everything is good.

Now for cleanup. Don’t dump the dirty oil on the ground or into your trash for safety reasons. Instead, place the oil in a sealed container and take it to your recycling center.

Key Takeaway You can change the oil for your car yourself with a couple of simple tools, a little planning, and some know-how.

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All done! Keeping up with oil changes means your 2014 Ford Edge will last you for years, and by doing it yourself, you’re saving time and money!

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