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Ramps make short work of this chore.
Locked the 4X4 on, and drove right up.
Make sure you set your...

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You'll need a 15mm box end, and a good drain pan.

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Yes, it is in fact a metric bolt.
I have seen where some folks have suggested using a 9/16" wrench,...

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I always use latex gloves when working with oil.
Not only does it keep your hands clean, but that o...

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This leads in to the next pic.
It's a 1" long bolt for the oil pan plug.
I use a little inward pre...

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Here's a hint.
Put the drain pan relatively far back to start with.
(lesson learned)
That oil wil...

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Very tight fit to get at the filter.
View is looking up, just behind the radiator.
I used a "clamp...

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View of oil filter mounting area.
Clean it up well, before installing the new filter.
Also, oil wi...

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Comparison of the original Motorcraft filter, and the new Wix #51372.
I've used Wix filters exclusi...

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Ah, the engine's now getting it's fresh Motorcraft 5W-20 synthetic blend motor oil.
Fill with the a...

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Here's the filter wrench comparison.
As mentioned earlier, I used the "clamp" type, on bottom.
A b...

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Epilogue:
Just did the 2nd oil change at ~9,000 miles.
Picked up a new filter wrench.
You can see...