2010 FORD EXPLORER maintenance

Item CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number / Ford
Specification
Fuel tank22.5 gallons
(85.2L)——
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only have the API
Certification mark and meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (4.0L) or
WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L).3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be
checked by a qualified technician.4Use of a dual usage fluid in an automatic transmission requiring MERCON
V may cause
transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission
damage. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval.5Use of a dual usage fluid in an automatic transmission requiring MERCON
LV may cause
transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission
damage. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval.
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.0L V6 engine 4.6L 3V V8
engine
Cubic inches 245 281
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition system EDIS Coil on Plug
Spark plug gap 0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42 mm)0.039–0.043 inch
(1.0–1.1mm)
Compression ratio 9.7:1 9.8:1
Engine drivebelt routing
•4.0L V6 Engine
•4.6L V8 Engine
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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the structure (B-Pillar)
by the trailing edge of the driver’s
door or the edge of the driver’s
door.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location
3. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a transmission code on
the Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission each code
represents.
Description Code
Five-speed automatic (5R55S) V
Six-speed automatic (6R80) 6
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Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the
price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize
your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Avoid the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle!
Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers items that
routinely wear out,like brakes and shocks.
The coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about affording
your vehicle maintenance. It covers regular checkups, routine
inspections, preventive care and replacement of items that require
periodic attention fornormal “wear”:
•Wiper blades•Brake pads and linings
•Spark plugs (except
California)•Shock absorbers
•Clutch disc•Belts and hoses
Contact your selling Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership today so they
can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving
lifestyle and budget.
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A
Accessory delay ........................124
AdvanceTrac ..............................278
Air cleaner filter ...............382–384
Air conditioning ........................101
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................199, 208, 210
and child safety seats ............201
description ..............199, 208, 210
disposal ....................................213
driver airbag ............201, 208, 211
indicator light .................208, 213
operation .................201, 208, 211
passenger airbag .....201, 208, 211
side airbag ...............................208
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................295
Ambulance packages ....................6
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................361
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................276
Anti-theft system ......................162
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................39, 43, 50
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................286, 288
fluid, adding ............................380
fluid, checking ........................380
fluid, refill capacities ..............385
fluid, specification ..................385
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....58
Auxiliary power point ...............121
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........385refill capacities ........................385
B
Battery .......................................359
acid, treating emergencies .....359
jumping a disabled battery ....325
maintenance-free ....................359
replacement, specifications ...384
servicing ..................................359
Belt-Minder
.............................194
Booster seats .............................229
Brakes ........................................275
anti-lock ...................................276
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................276
fluid, checking and adding ....380
fluid, refill capacities ..............385
fluid, specifications .................385
lubricant specifications ..........385
parking ....................................277
shift interlock ..........................285
C
Calculating load ........................262
Capacities for refilling fluids ....385
Car2U garage door opener .......140
Cargo cover ...............................145
Cargo management system ......146
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................315
Child safety seats ......................218
attaching with tether
straps .......................................226
in front seat ............................219
in rear seat ..............................219
LATCH .....................................222
recommendations ...................216
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Hood ..........................................349
How to get going ........................39
I
Ignition ...............................270, 390
Illuminated visor mirror ...........118
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................218
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................379
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................344
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ....................................315, 318
positioning .......................315, 320
storage .............................315, 318
Jump-starting your vehicle ......325
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...........................150, 152
keypad .....................................161
locking and unlocking
doors ........................................162
programming entry code .......161
Keys ...........................................164
positions of the ignition .........270
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ........111–112
daytime running light .............107
fog lamps .................................107headlamps ...............................106
interior lamps .........................110
LATCH anchors .........................222
Liftgate ......................................147
remote release ........................157
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........276
Load limits .................................255
Loading instructions .................262
Locks
autolock ...........................150, 152
childproof ................................155
doors ........................................150
Lubricant specifications ...........385
Lug nuts ....................................324
Luggage rack .............................148
Lumbar support, seats .....170, 172
M
Message center .....................21, 30
english/metric button .........27, 36
system check button ..........27, 36
warning messages ...............27, 36
Mirrors ...............................124–125
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................124
fold away .................................125
heated ......................................125
side view mirrors (power) .....125
Moon roof ..................................132
Motorcraft parts ........346, 367, 384
N
Navigation system .......................98
O
Octane rating ............................371
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