2011–2019 Ford Fiesta

2011-2019 Ford Fiesta — Oil & Filter Change

By Tom Becker ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 14, 2026

🔧🔧 Moderate 30-60 minutes $57 DIY

Save $53 by doing it yourself! Shop cost: $110

Quick answer: Oil & Filter Change on a 2011–2019 Ford Fiesta is rated Moderate and takes about 30-60 minutes. You'll need 4 tools for this job, and parts cost about $57. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.

Quick Video Tutorial

Parts You Need

Total Cost

$57.00

Oil spec 1.6L I4 Duratec

Capacity 4.2 qt with filter Viscosity 5W-20 Spec Ford WSS-M2C930-A

Part Name	Part Number	Price	Buy
Engine Oil (5W-20)	—	$45.00	Amazon
Engine oil filter for 2011-2019 Ford Fiesta; verify engine and VIN fitment	—	$12.00	Amazon
New drain-plug washer or O-ring when the service procedure requires it Optional	—	$3.00	Amazon

About prices: shown prices are typical retail averages and change frequently; cheaper alternatives may be available. Confirm the current price before buying.

💡 Pro tip: Order all parts at once to save on shipping

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps carefully

Confirm oil and filter fitment

The 1.6L four-cylinder takes 4.2 quarts of 5W-20 meeting Ford WSS-M2C930-A. Motorcraft FL-910-S spin-on filter, mounted horizontally at the front of the engine; 13mm drain plug. Have a filter wrench, 13mm socket, and funnel. Park level with the engine warm.

Raise and secure the vehicle

Set the parking brake and chock the wheels. The Fiesta is low, so drive onto ramps or lift the front at the pinch-weld points and set it on jack stands — never work under it on the jack alone.

Drain the old oil

Remove the fill cap to vent the crankcase. Position the pan under the oil pan, remove the 13mm plug, and drain fully. The plug tightens to about 21 ft-lbs on reinstall. Wipe the pan flange clean.

Replace the filter

Unscrew horizontal FL-910-S at front — keep it level coming off; it holds oil. Confirm gasket came off, wipe mount, oil gasket with fresh 5W-20, thread on by hand until seated, tighten per box. Reinstall plug to about 21 ft-lbs.

🔧 Mechanic's note — Tom Becker

Horizontal filters always hold a slug of oil — keep it level coming off or it pours down your forearm. Ask me how I know.

Refill and check for leaks

Level car. Add ~4 quarts 5W-20, wait, check dipstick, top to full mark — 4.2 quarts total. Run briefly, shut off, check filter, plug for leaks. Recheck after short drive. Reset oil-life monitor via cluster settings; recycle oil and filter.

All Done!

Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using the wrong viscosity, specification, or filter
• Raising the vehicle without rated stands, ramps, and wheel chocks
• Forgetting the old filter gasket or reusing a crushed drain-plug washer
• Over-tightening the filter or drain plug and damaging the housing or pan
• Checking level on an uneven surface or overfilling after a partial drain

Tools You'll Need

Floor jack, rated jack stands or ramps, and wheel chocks Correct oil-filter wrench or cap tool Drain pan, funnel, gloves, and eye protection Calibrated torque wrench for the drain plug and filter housing when specified 13mm Socket

⚠️ Safety First!

• Informational DIY. EZ Car Fix is not a shop.
• Confirm the exact engine, oil viscosity/specification, capacity, filter, and drain-plug procedure before starting.
• Work on level ground with the vehicle supported by rated stands or ramps; never rely on a jack alone.
• Hot oil can burn. Wear gloves and eye protection, keep the drain pan stable, and dispose of used oil and the filter at an approved collection point.
• Do not overfill. Recheck the level after the engine rests and stop if the drain plug, filter seal, or oil-pressure warning indicates a leak or fault. This guide applies only to gasoline/ICE or hybrid vehicles with an engine; it is not for pure BEVs.