2017 FORD EXPLORER oil

Some fuel stations, particularly those in
high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87. We do not recommend
these fuels.
For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well
as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See Towing (page 238).
Do not use any fuel other than those
recommended because they could lead to
engine damage that will not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
Note: Use of any fuel other than those
recommended can impair the emission
control system and cause a loss of vehicle
performance.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuels containing more than 85%
ethanol or E100 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel (using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law).
The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system. Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.
Switching Between E85 and
Gasoline
We do not recommend repeatedly
alternating between E85 and gasoline. If
you switch from using E85 to gasoline, or
from gasoline to E85, add as much fuel as
possible, at least half a tank. Drive your
vehicle immediately for a minimum of 5 mi
(8 km)
to allow it to adapt to the change
in ethanol concentration. If you use E85
exclusively, we recommend that you fill
the fuel tank with regular unleaded
gasoline at each scheduled oil change.
FUEL FILLER FUNNEL
LOCATION
The fuel filler funnel is located in the spare
wheel storage tray.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
Running out of fuel can cause damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty.
If your vehicle runs out of fuel:
• Add a minimum of
1.3 gal (5 L) of fuel
to restart the engine. If your vehicle is
out of fuel and on a steep slope, more
fuel may be required.
• You may need to switch the ignition
from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to
pump the fuel from the tank to the
engine. When restarting, cranking time
takes a few seconds longer than
normal.
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BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 miles (480
kilometers). During this time, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics.
Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000
miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speed
frequently and change up through the
gears early. Do not labor the engine.
Do not tow during the first 1000 miles
(1600 kilometers).
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Your fuel economy is affected by several
things, such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under, and how you
maintain your vehicle.
You may improve your fuel economy by
keeping these things in mind:
•
Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds without
stopping.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.
• Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving.
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.
• Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling
at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less
fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105
km/h]).
• Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.
• Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance. Avoid these actions; they reduce your fuel
economy:
•
Sudden accelerations or hard
accelerations.
• Revving the engine before turning it off.
• Idle for periods longer than one minute.
• Warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Use the air conditioner or front
defroster.
• Use the speed control in hilly terrain.
• Rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving.
• Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow a
trailer.
• Carry unnecessary weight
(approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is
lost for every 400 lb [180 kilogram] of
weight carried).
• Driving with the wheels out of
alignment.
Conditions
• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a
trailer may reduce fuel economy at any
speed.
• Adding certain accessories to your
vehicle (for example bug deflectors,
rollbars, light bars, running boards, ski
racks or luggage racks) may reduce
fuel economy.
• To maximize the fuel economy, drive
with the tonneau cover installed (if
equipped).
• Using fuel blended with alcohol may
lower fuel economy.
• Fuel economy may decrease with lower
temperatures during the first 8– 10
miles (12 –16 kilometers) of driving.
• Driving on flat terrain offers improved
fuel economy as compared to driving
on hilly terrain.
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Protected components
Fuse amp rating
Fuse or relay number
Powertrain control module power.
20A 1
1
Engine emissions (MIL).
20A 1
2
A/C clutch control relay coil.
20A 1
3
VACC.
Active grill shutters.
Ignition coils.
20A 1
4
Not used.
—
5
Not used.
—
6
Not used.
—
7
Not used.
—
8
Not used.
—
9
Heated mirrors.
15A 1
10
Right hand side electronic cooling fan 3
relay.
—
11
Heated rear window.
40A 2
12
Not used.
—
13
Powertrain control module relay.
—
14
Horn relay power.
20A 1
15
A/C clutch relay power.
10A 1
16
Rear heated window and heated mirrors
relay.
—
17
Rear blower motor relay.
—
18
Not used.
—
19
Left hand side cooling fan relay.
—
20
Cooling fans series/parallel relay.
—
21
Electronic fan relay 2.
25A 2
22
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Protected components
Fuse amp rating
Fuse or relay number
Alternator sense.
10A 1
93
Rear washer relay.
15A 1
94
Rear wiper relay.
15A 1
95
Powertrain control module relay coil
power.
10A
1
96
Rain sensor.
5A 1
97
2nd row seat motors.
20A 1
98
Trailer tow parking lamp relay.
20A 1
99
1 Micro fuse.
2 M-type fuse.
3 J-type fuse.
Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel
The fuse panel is located under the
instrument panel to the left of the steering
column. Note:
It may be easier to access the fuse
panel if you remove the finish trim piece.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.3L ECOBOOST™
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 279).
A
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 277).
B
Engine oil filler cap. See
Engine Oil Check (page 277).
C
Brake fluid reservoir. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 285).
D
Battery. See
Changing the 12V Battery (page 286).
E
Engine compartment fusebox. See
Fuse Specification Chart (page 262).
F
Air filter assembly. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 296).
G
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See
Washer Fluid Check (page 285).
H
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.5L ECOBOOST™
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 279).
A.
Engine oil filler cap. See
Engine Oil Check (page 277).
B.
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 277).
C.
Brake fluid reservoir. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 285).
D.
Battery. See
Changing the 12V Battery (page 286).
E.
Engine compartment fuse box. See
Fuses (page 262).
F.
Air filter assembly. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 296).
G.
Automatic transmission dipstick. See Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
(page
283).
H.
Washer fluid reservoir. See
Washer Fluid Check (page 285).
I.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.5L DURATEC
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 279).
A
Brake fluid reservoir. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 285).
B
Battery. See
Changing the 12V Battery (page 286).
C
Engine compartment fusebox. See
Fuse Specification Chart (page 262).
D
Air filter assembly. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 296).
E
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick. See
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check (page 283).
F
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 277).
G
Engine oil filler cap. See
Engine Oil Check (page 277).
H
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See
Washer Fluid Check (page 285).
I
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.3L
ECOBOOST™
Minimum.
A
Maximum.
B
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.5L
DURATEC/3.5L ECOBOOST™ MINA
MAX
B
ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following: 1.
Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan. Checking the engine oil level too
soon after you switch the engine off
may result in an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 272).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. See
Under
Hood Overview (page 274).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level. See
Engine Oil Dipstick
(page 277).
8. Make sure that the oil level is between
the maximum and minimum marks. If
the oil level is at the minimum mark,
add oil immediately. See
Capacities
and Specifications (page 339).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note: Do not remove the dipstick when the
engine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note: The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,100 mi (5,000 km)
.
Adding Engine Oil WARNING
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.
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