2002 FORD EXPLORER maintenance

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual ²4.6L V8 engine
6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it
again.
²If the oil level isbetween the MIN and MAX marks,the oil level is
acceptable,DO NOT ADD OIL.
²If the

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual ²4.0L SOHC V6 engine
²4.6L V8 engine
²Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil
must be removed from the engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensur

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified
engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual 4.0L Engine
Look for this certification
trademark.
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended.
Only use oils ªCertified For Gasoline Enginesº by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). Use Motorcraft or an

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual BRAKE FLUIDAND CLUTCH FLUID
Checking and adding brake fluid/clutch fluid
When equipped with a manual
transmission, your vehicle uses the
same reservoir for brake and clutch
fluid.
Brake/clutch fluid s

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Checking and adding washer fluid
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
If the level is low, add enough fluid
to fill th

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work pro

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual ²If the engine coolant reservoir has become completely empty, have the
engine cooling system inspected and refilled by a qualified service
technician.
Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do no