Please note: this page covers the Ford Ka 1st generation (with the Endura 1.0, 1997–2007). The Ford Ka from 2014 onward uses a 1.0/1.5 3-cylinder engine (Sigma/Dragon family), with different oil requirements and capacities — for that model, consult the vehicle manual.
This page brings together the oil and filter specifications for the Ford Ka 1998 — Endura engine, along with the channel videos in which I show each maintenance task in practice. The procedures also largely apply to the Ford Fiesta and Courier with the same engine.
Engine oil and filter
Specification
- 2,75 liters — oil only
- 3,25 liters — oil + filter
- Specification varies (10W30, 10W40, 5W30, 5W40) — Paulo uses 15W40 mineral oil
Channel videos:
- ▶ 00:19 — Changing the Ford Ka's oil in the home garage - I used Ursa TDX diesel engine oil - [4K]
- ▶ 00:43 — And today? Showing what's coming in the future..
- ▶ 01:04 — 1000 km service - Endura engine rebuild - Ford Ka 1998
- ▶ 01:32 — How to change your Ford Ka's oil at home - Ford Ka 1998 - [4K]
- ▶ 03:59 — Looking back at 2020 - Top 10 Videos - [4K]
- ▶ 04:13 — Painting the engine bay - Ford Ka 98 - Part 1/4
- ▶ 06:18 — Paulo's Garage - live - Live - 30/Aug/2017
- ▶ 11:16 — Decision made! How will the installation work? - [4K]
Transmission / gearbox oil
Specification
- SAE 75W-90 — API GL4 (Ford code WSD-M2C200-C)
- 2,8 liters
Channel videos:
- ▶ 00:07 — Changing the CVT transmission oil on the Fit 2004- [4K]
- ▶ 00:07 — Changing the transmission / gearbox oil on the Ford KA 1998 - [4K]
- ▶ 00:52 — And today? Showing what's coming in the future..
- ▶ 01:57 — February updates - [4K]
- ▶ 02:51 — Paulo's Garage - live - Live - 30/Aug/2017
- ▶ 11:00 — Paulo's Garage's live - Live - 23/Aug/2017
- ▶ 31:11 — Is buying a CHEAP car worth it? Revealing what I spent on my Ford Ka - [4K]
- ▶ 45:44 — Garage updates - So, did I finish?
Fuel filter
Channel videos:
- ▶ 05:13 — Ka fuel pump replacement - Part 2 - the lost video.. - [4K]
- ▶ 06:08 — Will it work? 1st start! - Endura engine rebuild - FINAL - Episode 15
- ▶ 10:58 — Fuel pump replacement - Ford Ka - Endura engine - Part 1/2
- ▶ 12:28 — Garage updates - February 2025
- ▶ 19:24 — Is buying a CHEAP car worth it? Revealing what I spent on my Ford Ka - [4K]
Air filter
Channel videos:
- ▶ 00:04 — diKa - Cabin filter replacement - [4K]
- ▶ 00:55 — Adjusting the Ford Ka 1998 steering rack - [4K]
- ▶ 00:58 — How to clean your Ford Ka's engine bay
- ▶ 01:17 — WD 40 Degreaser - The product IS GOOD!- [4K]
- ▶ 01:28 — How to adjust Endura engine valve clearances - [4K]
- ▶ 01:53 — Replacing the Ford Ka clutch master cylinder - IT'S A NIGHTMARE! - [4K]
- ▶ 03:50 — Paulo's Garage - live - Live - 13/Sep/2017
- ▶ 03:54 — Painting the engine bay - Ford Ka 98 - Part 1/4
Want to see all the videos about this car? Ford Ka 1998 page with everything organized by system.
Paulo's Garage · Informational content based on hands-on garage experience. Always refer to your car's official service manual and seek professional assistance when in doubt.