2010 FORD EXPLORER transmission fluid

Mud and water
If you must drive through high
water, drive slowly. Traction or
brake capability may be limited.
When driving through water,
determine the depth; avoid water
higher than the bottom of the hubs
(if possible) and proceed slowly. If
the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall.
Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the
vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving
your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you
are driving in mud. Even AWD and 4WD vehicles can lose traction in
slick mud. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator
slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in
the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle.
If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in water,
their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary.
Driving through deep water may damage the transmission.
If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant should
be replaced.
After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts
and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an
imbalance that could damage drive components.
“Tread Lightly” is an educational
program designed to increase public
awareness of land-use regulations
and responsibilities in our nations
wilderness areas. Ford Motor
Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land
Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and
other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer toscheduled maintenance
information.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
5. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
6. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the correct operating range. Be sure to put the
cap back on the reservoir. Refer toMaintenance product specifications
and capacitiesin this chapter for the proper fluid type.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the MIN and
MAX lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range, the performance of the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmission
fluid dipstick.
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Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working properly, (i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly) or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Transmission fluid should be checked and, if required, fluid
should be added by an authorized dealer.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Turn off the
power running boards, if
equipped, before working under
the vehicle, jacking or placing any
object under the vehicle. Never
place your hand between the
extended running board and the
vehicle. A moving running board
may cause injury.
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level.
3. Add only enough fluid through
the filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection in this chapter.
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Item CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number / Ford
Specification
Automatic
transmission
(5R55S) fluid12.7 quarts
(12.0L)
3
Motorcraft
MERCON
VATF
4
XT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
Automatic
transmission fluid
(6R80)12.1 quarts
(11.4L)
3
Motorcraft
MERCON
LV AT F
5
XT-10-QLV /
MERCON
LV
Rear axle fluid 3.5 pints (1.7L)Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 Synthetic
Rear Axle LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Front axle fluid
(AWD & 4WD)2.7 pints (1.3L)Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium
Rear Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
Power steering fluidFill between the
MIN and MAX
lines on
reservoirMotorcraft
MERCON
VATFXT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
Transfer case fluid
(4WD)1.5 quarts
(1.4L)
Motorcraft Transfer
Case FluidXL-12 /
—
Transfer case fluid
(AWD)1.3 quarts
(1.25L)
Windshield washer
fluid4.2 quarts
(4.0L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16- A2
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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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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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Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................229
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............342
instrument panel ....................344
interior .....................................345
plastic parts ............................343
washing ....................................340
waxing .....................................341
wheels ......................................341
wiper blades ............................343
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ..........101
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................52
AM/FM/CD .................................45
Compass, electronic
calibration .................................27
set zone adjustment ...........27, 36
Console ..............................120–121
overhead ..................................119
rear ..........................................121
Controls
power seat ...............................170
steering column ......................130
Coolant
checking and adding ..............361
refill capacities ................365, 385
specifications ..........................385
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................128
Customer Assistance ................305
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................395
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................337
Getting roadside assistance ...305
Getting the service you
need .........................................333Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................338
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................337
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ..............................107
Defrost
rear window ............................105
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................380
engine oil .................................354
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................382
Driving under special
conditions ..................291, 298, 302
sand .........................................300
snow and ice ...........................303
through water .................301, 304
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........................101
DVD system .................................66
E
Electronic message center ...21, 30
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................325
running out of fuel .........325, 372
Emergency Flashers .................306
Emission control system ..........377
Engine ........................................390
cleaning ...................................342
coolant .....................................361
fail-safe cooling .......................366
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SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................161
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................162
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................45
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................52
Snowplowing .................................6
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............213
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................384, 390
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............6
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................385
Speed control ............................128
Starting your
vehicle ........................270–271, 273
jump starting ..........................325
Steering wheel
controls ....................................130
tilting .......................................118
SYNC
..........................................98
T
Third-row power fold seat .......182
Tilt steering wheel ....................118
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................300
Roadside Emergencies ...........315
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....250
Warning Displays ..........12, 27, 36
Tires ...........................235–237, 315
alignment ................................244care ..........................................240
changing ..........................315, 320
checking the pressure ............240
inflating ...................................238
label .........................................249
replacing ..........................241, 320
rotating ....................................244
safety practices .......................243
sidewall information ...............245
snow tires and cables .............255
spare tire .................315, 318–319
terminology .............................237
tire grades ...............................236
treadwear ........................236, 240
Towing .......................................263
recreational towing .................268
trailer towing ..........................263
wrecker ....................................331
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................381
Transmission .............................286
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....285
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................380
fluid, refill capacities ..............385
lubricant specifications ..........385
Turn signal ................................110
U
Universal garage door
opener ........................................133
USB port ......................................60
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................391
Vehicle loading ..........................255
Ventilating your vehicle ...........273
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