Seeing Some Received, Posting of Their 2026 model

[CajunMick]

Been seeing few owners posting about their new 2026 model. Could use little bit info from 1 or 2 EB engined owners. My query deals with the engine lube oil. My 2023 states to use Ford spec WSS-M2C961-A1 lube oil. Learning of a newer WSS-M2C971-A1 specification.

Question - if you will, kindly check your 2026 manual to confirm what WSS specs is posted there, and advise.

Just checking to see if Ford latest info in 2026 model/manuals display the latest WSS #.

And by virtue of this info, others owners will be advised of this WSS, and the 961 vs 971.

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[cclark]

Got this off of the Ford.com owners site from the 2026 online manual. Notice the alternative cold climate specs. Hope this helps.



Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.0L EcoBoost™

Use oil that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use oil that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade, it could result in:
Component damage that your vehicle warranty does not cover.
Longer engine cranking periods.
Increased emission levels.
Reduced vehicle performance.
Reduced fuel economy.
American Petroleum Institute Certification for Gasoline Engine Oil
An oil that displays this symbol conforms to current engine, emission system and fuel economy performance standards of ILSAC.
We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not available, use motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that your vehicle warranty does not cover.
Capacities

Variant Including the Oil Filter
All. 6.1 qt (5.77 L)

Materials

Name Specification
Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 WSS-M2C971-A1

Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates
To improve engine cold start performance, we recommend that you use the following alternative engine oil in extremely cold climates, where the ambient temperature reaches -22.0 °F (-30 °C) or below.
Materials

Name Specification
Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30 WSS-M2C973-A1

Cold Climate Oil Viscosity Chart 5W30 0W30
Note: If you use your vehicle regularly above the altitude of 5,000 ft (1,524 m) and under the temperature of -4.0 °F

 

[CajunMick]

Thank you cclark. Great info!

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