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Ford F-150 Raptor

Gen 2 (2017-2020) • 3.5L High-Output EcoBoost V6

Ford F-150 Raptor

Engine Lubrication & Filtration

5,000 Miles (Severe Duty)
ComponentSpec / PartToolTorque
Oil Capacity6.0 Qts (5W-30 Full Synthetic)PN: XO-5W30-Q1SP--
Oil FilterSpin-OnPN: FL-500S-3/4 turn after contact
Drain PlugStandard 12x1.75mm15mm Socket20 lb-ft (27 Nm)
Air FilterPanel TypePN: FA-18838mm Socket / Flathead-
Technical Service Bulletin: TSB 21-2093
Symptoms

Loud metallic rattle for 2-5 seconds on cold start-up.

Cause

Wear on the Variable Cam Timing (VCT) phaser locking pin due to oil starvation or extended intervals.

Official Fix

Update PCM calibration. If noise persists, replace all 4 VCT phasers (Part: ML3Z-6C525-A) and timing chains.

Master Tech Advice

Always pre-fill the oil filter with fresh oil before threading it on. This instantly builds oil pressure on the first start, drastically reducing wear on the fragile cam phasers.

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Heavy Duty Braking System

Check every 10k miles
ComponentSpec / PartToolTorque
Brake FluidDOT 4 LV High PerformancePN: PM-20--
Front PadsCeramic HD CompoundPN: KL3Z-2001-A--
Front Rotors350mm VentedPN: HL3Z-1125-A-Min Thickness: 32.0mm
Caliper BoltsSlide Pin Bolts13mm Socket27 lb-ft (37 Nm)
Bracket BoltsMounting Bracket21mm Socket136 lb-ft (184 Nm)
Technical Service Bulletin: SSM 47913
Symptoms

Spongy brake pedal feel after aggressive off-roading.

Cause

Fluid boil due to extreme temperatures overworking the factory DOT 3 fluid.

Official Fix

Flush entire system using specialized pressure bleeder and upgrade to DOT 4 LV.

Master Tech Advice

Never push the caliper pistons back without opening the bleeder valve first. Forcing dirty fluid backwards will severely damage the ABS hydraulic control unit.

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Ignition & Electrical

40,000 Miles (Plugs)
ComponentSpec / PartToolTorque
BatteryGroup 94R (H7) AGMPN: BAGM-94RH7-800-800 CCA
Spark PlugsMotorcraft IridiumPN: SP-5425/8" Magnetic Socket11 lb-ft (15 Nm)
Plug Gap0.028 - 0.031 inFeeler Gauge-
Technical Service Bulletin: TSB 19-2345
Symptoms

Misfires under heavy boost (DTC P0300-P0306).

Cause

Carbon tracking on spark plug porcelain or cracked insulator.

Official Fix

Replace spark plugs and ignition coil boots. Apply dielectric grease strictly to the inside tip of the boot.

Master Tech Advice

When replacing the AGM battery, you MUST reset the Battery Management System (BMS) using a bi-directional scanner, otherwise the alternator will overcharge and boil the new battery in months.

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