2012 FORD EXPLORER Owners Manual

Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 3.5L V6 engine 2.0L EcoBoost™
engine
Air filter element FA-1884 FA-1884
Battery BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650
Oil filter FL-500-S FL-910-S
Spark plugs
1
Cabin air filter FP-68 FP-68
Windshield wiper
bladeWW-2001-PF
1For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Note:Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraftor equivalent
replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage
to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number / Ford
Specification
Brake fluidBetween MIN
and MAX on
reservoirMotorcraftHigh Performance
DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A or
WSS-M6C65-A1
Body hinges,
latches, door striker
plates and rotors,
seat tracks, fuel
filler door hinge and
spring, hood latch,
auxiliary latch, seat
tracks—Multi-Purpose Grease
(Lithium grease)XG-4 or XL-5 or equivalent /
ESB-M1C93-B
Door weatherstrips — Silicone Spray LubricantXL-6 /
ESR-M13P4-A
Lock cylinders —MotorcraftPenetrating and
Lock LubricantXL-1 /
None
Engine coolant
(3.5L V6 engine)
1
12.2 quarts
(11.5L)MotorcraftSpecialty Green
Engine Coolant (dark
green-colored)•VC-10-A2 (US)
•CVC-10-A (Canada) /
WSS-M97B55-A
MotorcraftSpecialty Orange
Engine Coolant•VC-3-B (US)
•CVC-3-B (Canada) /
WSS-M97B44-D
Engine coolant
(2.0L EcoBoost™
engine)
1
11.6 quarts
(11.0L)MotorcraftSpecialty Green
Engine Coolant (dark
green-colored)•VC-10-A2 (US)
•CVC-10-A (Canada) /
WSS-M97B55-A
MotorcraftSpecialty Orange
Engine Coolant•VC-3-B (US)
•CVC-3-B (Canada) /
WSS-M97B44-D
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Item CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number / Ford
Specification
Engine oil3.5L V6 engine
6.0 quarts
(5.7L)•MotorcraftSAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil (US)
•MotorcraftSAE 5W-20 Full
Synthetic Motor Oil (US)
•MotorcraftSAE 5W-20 Super
Premium Motor Oil (Canada)
•MotorcraftSAE 5W-20
Synthetic Motor Oil (Canada)
2
•XO-5W20-QSP (US)
•XO-5W20-QFS (US)
•CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada)
•CXO-5W20-LFS12 (Canada) /
WSS-M2C945-A with API
Certification Mark
2.0L
EcoBoost™
engine
5.7 quarts
(5.4L)•MotorcraftSAE 5W-30
Premium Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil (US)
•MotorcraftSAE 5W-30 Full
Synthetic Motor Oil (US)
•MotorcraftSAE 5W-30 Super
Premium Motor Oil (Canada)
•MotorcraftSAE 5W-30
Synthetic Motor Oil (Canada)
2
•XO-5W30-QSP (US)
•XO-5W30-QFS (US)
•CXO-5W30-LSP12 (Canada)
•CXO-5W30-LFS12 (Canada) /
WSS-M2C946 -A with API
Certification Mark
Automatic
transmission fluid
(6F50)10.8 quarts
(10.3L)
3
Motorcraft
MERCONLV AT F
4
XT-10-QLV /
MERCONLV Automatic
transmission fluid
(6F55)11.6 quarts
(11.0L)
3
Automatic
transmission fluid
(6F35)9.0 quarts
(8.5L)
3
Rear axle fluid 2.4 pints (1.1L)MotorcraftSAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
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Item CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number / Ford
Specification
Windshield washer
fluidFill as requiredMotorcraftPremium
Windshield Washer Concentrate
(US)
Premium Quality Windshield
Washer Fluid (Canada)ZC-32-A (US)
CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F)
(Canada) /
WSB-M8B16-A2/- -
Fuel tank18.6 gallons
(70.4L)——
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-M2C946-A (2.0L
EcoBoost™ engine) or WSS-M2C945-A (3.5L V6 engine).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 MERCONLV 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 3.5L V6 engine 2.0L
EcoBoost™
engine
Cubic inches 213 122
Required fuel Minimum
87 octaneMinimum
87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-4-2
Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug
Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch
(1.25–1.35 mm)0.027-0 .031 inch
(0.70-0.80 mm)
Compression ratio 10.8:1 9.3:1
Engine drivebelt routing
•3.5L V6 engine
•2.0L EcoBoost™ 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
Six-speed automatic (6F50) J
Six-speed automatic (6F55) C
Mid transmission (6F35) 6
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FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Ford Custom Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality
accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive
needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and
aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is
made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Ford Custom Accessories found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessories. The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides
you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty.
The following is a list of several Ford Custom Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the
accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer
or visit our online store at:www.fordaccessories.com(U.S. only).
Exterior style
•Bug shields•Deflectors
•Bumper protector•Splash guards
•Hitch sensor
Interior style
•Ambient lighting•Floor mats
Lifestyle
•Ash cup / smoker’s package•Portable navigation*
•Trailer hitch balls•Camping tent*
•Rear seat entertainment*•Racks and carriers*
•Trailer hitch ball mounts
•Cargo organization and management
•Trailer hitch drawbars, and towing accessories
Accessories
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