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1996 Ford TAURUS

Factory Maintenance Specifications

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Looking for the correct oil type for your 1996 Ford TAURUS? According to factory specs, the 3.0L 6 -cyl Engine Code [1] 1 Flex requires 5W-20 viscosity oil. Using the right oil capacity of 4.5 QUARTS ensures engine longevity and fuel efficiency.

🛢️ 3.0L 6 -cyl Engine Code [1] 1 Flex

Verified Data
Capacity
4.5 QUART
Viscosity
5W-20

Factory Filter: EAO34

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🛢️ 3.0L 6 -cyl Engine Code [2] 2 Flex

Verified Data
Capacity
4.5 QUART
Viscosity
5W-20

Factory Filter: 51516

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🛢️ 3.0L 6 -cyl Engine Code [S] S

Verified Data
Capacity
5.5 QUART
Viscosity
5W-20

Factory Filter: EAO11

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🛢️ 3.0L 6 -cyl Engine Code [U] U

Verified Data
Capacity
4.5 QUART
Viscosity
5W-20

Drain Plug Torque: 10 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EAO34

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🛢️ 3.4L 8 -cyl Engine Code [N] SHO N

Verified Data
Capacity
6.6 QUART
Viscosity
5W-30

Factory Filter: EAO34

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