1996 FORD EXPLORER coolant level

Servicing Your Explorer
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[SV22500(ALL)10/89]5.
Finally, check the radiator and add more engine coolant if
needed, following the procedures noted above. Reinstall the
radiator cap securely, when finished.
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[SV22525(ALL)05/90]6.
If more engine coolant is necessary, fill the overflow
reservoir to the appropriate level marked on the bottle.
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[SV22610( X)08/95]
NOTE: Due to air being trapped in the 4.0L engine cooling
system, it is not unusual to experiencea4to7ounce
(120 to 210 ml) coolant loss up to 7,500 miles
(12,000 km) after initial system fill.
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[SV22620( X)06/95]
In order to bleed the cooling system properly after initial fill
with coolant, it might need up to five cycles of:
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[SV22630( X)06/95]
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heating up the system (thermostat open)
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[SV22640( X)06/95]
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making sure coolant is at least up to the cold fill mark of
overflow bottle
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[SV22650( X)06/95]
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letting the coolant cool down (engine coolant temperature
gauge below the N of NORMAL)
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[SV22660( X)06/95]
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topping off the coolant overflow bottle to the cold fill
mark
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[SV22680( X)06/95]
If coolant loss continues after 7,500 miles (12,000 km), consult
your Ford Dealer.
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[SV22700(ALL)03/95]
Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers
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[SV22800(ALL)03/95]
Washer Fluid
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[SV22900(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you
stop for fuel. The reservoir for washer fluid is located on the
passenger's side of the engine compartment. Visual inspection
can determine if the washer fluid is adequate. Do not operate
the washer when the reservoir is empty.
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[SV23300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for
the engine coolant.
[SV23550(ALL)09/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0090119-B
Adding windshield washer fluid
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[SV23800(ALL)01/95]
Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than
plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain
additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer
fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol
should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below32ÊF
[0ÊC]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOC's) may restrict use of the most common antifreeze,
methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide cold weather
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Servicing Your Explorer
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[SV37500(ALL)04/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0020382-C
Brake master cylinder
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[SV37600(ALL)03/95]
Power Steering Fluid
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[SV37700(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at least twice a
year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[SV37800(ALL)03/95]
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
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[SV37900(ALL)02/95]1.
Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid
reaches normal operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will be at the right temperature when the engine
coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster is near
the center of the NORMAL operating temperature range.
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[SV38000(ALL)01/95]2.
While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel back and
forth several times. Make sure that the cap assembly is
installed at this time.
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[SV38100(ALL)05/95]3.
Turn the engine off.
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[SV38200(ALL)03/94]4.
Check the fluid level on the dipstick (which is highlighted in
yellow in your vehicle). The fluid level should be between
the arrows in the FULL HOT range, which is marked on the
side of the dipstick, opposite the side marked FULL COLD.
Do not add fluid if the level is within the FULL HOT range.
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