2020 FORD EXPLORER oil reset

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................308
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) .....................
309
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada ......................................................
309
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
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311
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
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311
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
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311
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart ...........................
313
Changing a Fuse ...........................................
321
Maintenance
General Information ..................................
323
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
323
Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
324
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L ..................
325
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L ..................
326
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.3L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
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327
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L .........................
327
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.3L ..........................
327
Engine Oil Check ..........................................
327
Oil Change Indicator Reset .....................
328
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3L EcoBoost™ ...............................................
329
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.0L ........................................................................\
330
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.3L .....
331
Engine Coolant Check ...............................
332
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
336
Brake Fluid Check ........................................
337
Power Steering Fluid Check ....................
338
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
338
Adjusting the Headlamps .......................
340Washer Fluid Check
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341
Fuel Filter ........................................................
341
Checking the Wiper Blades .....................
342
Changing the Front Wiper Blades ........
342
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades ..........
342
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
343
Vehicle Care
General Information ..................................
345
Cleaning Products ......................................
345
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
346
Waxing ............................................................
347
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
347
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
347
Cleaning the Interior ..................................
348
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens ......................
348
Cleaning Leather Seats ............................
349
Repairing Minor Paint Damage .............
350
Cleaning the Wheels .................................
350
Vehicle Storage ...........................................
350
Wheels and Tires
General Information ..................................
353
Tire Care .........................................................
355
Using Summer Tires ..................................
368
Using Snow Chains ...................................
368
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ..........
370
Changing a Road Wheel ..........................
376
Technical Specifications ..........................
382
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
384
Engine Specifications - 3.0L ..................
385
Engine Specifications - 3.0L, ST ...........
385
Engine Specifications - 3.3L, Gasoline ........................................................................\
387
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Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
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6 Inch Display Menu
This icon shows the features on
or off status. A check in the box
indicates the feature is on, and
unchecked indicates the feature is off. Note:
Some options may appear different
or not at all if the items are optional.
Note: Some MyKey menu options only
appear if MyKey is enabled and at least one
MyKey is programmed.
Select Screens Select Screens
Menu options covered in personalized settings. See Personalized Settings (page 118).
Navigation Navigation
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See
Navigation (page 460).
Audio Audio
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See
Settings (page 469).
Phone Phone
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See
Phone (page 458).
Settings Settings
Brake Coach Percent Oil Life Indication XXX%
Hold Ok to Reset
Oil Life
Hold Ok to Reset
Tire Monitor
Hold Ok to Initialize
Neutral Tow
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Phone
Phone
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See Phone (page 458).
Settings Settings
Brake Coach Percent Oil Life Indication XXX%
Hold Ok to Reset
Oil Life
Hold Ok to Reset
Tire Monitor
Hold Ok to Initialize
Neutral Tow
Note: Additional vehicle settings are
available through your touchscreen. See
Settings
(page 469).
Display Setup Display Setup
Show Tachometer
Show Power Gauge 1
Speedometer Units Select Your Setting
Eco Coach
Hold
OK to Reset
Driving History 1
1 Hybrid only
Note: Additional display settings are
available through your touchscreen. See
Settings
(page 469).
Hybrid Display Information
(If
Equipped)
Displays unique hybrid vehicle information
when you shut off your vehicle or come to
a stop. Brake Coach
The Brake Coach appears after the vehicle
has come to a stop. It coaches you to brake
in a manner that maximizes the amount
of energy returned through the
regenerative braking system.
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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 395).
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
3,000 mi (5,000 km)
.
Adding Engine Oil WARNING: Do not remove the filler
cap when the engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty. Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do the
following:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engine
oil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. See Under Hood Overview
(page 324).
Turn it counterclockwise and remove
it.
3. Add engine oil that meets our specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 395). You may
have to use a funnel to pour the engine
oil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note: Make sure you install the oil filler cap
correctly.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Use the information display controls on
the steering wheel to reset the oil change
indicator.
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From the main menu scroll to:
Action and description
Message
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.
Settings
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.
Vehicle
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.
Oil Life
Press and hold the OK
button until the instrument
cluster displays the
following message.
Hold OK to
Reset
Reset Successful
When the oil change indic-
ator resets the instrument
cluster displays 100%.
Remaining Life
{00}%
If the instrument cluster
displays one of the following
messages, repeat the
process.
Not Reset
Reset Cancelled CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 2.3L ECOBOOST™ WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn
injuries, do not start your engine with the
air cleaner removed and do not remove
it while the engine is running.
When changing the engine air filter, do not
allow debris or foreign material to enter
the air induction system. Engine
components are susceptible to damage
not covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Change the air filter element at the correct
interval. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 487).
Incorrect component use can cause
damage not covered by the vehicle
Warranty. See
Motorcraft Parts (page
390).
To replace the air filter element do the
following:
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•
Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast
idle with the climate controls set to
defrost until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting. Note:
It is necessary to reset memory
features if you disconnect the battery
cables.
Plugging in Your HYBRID
We recommend the following options for
your plug-in vehicle (PHEV) :
• Leave your vehicle plugged in. The 12
volt battery maintains power if left
plugged in. However, this periodically
uses electricity from the household
outlet.
• Connect a battery charger to your 12
volt battery and leave it on a
continuous, slow charge.
• Disconnect the 12 volt battery. If your
12 volt battery is located in the luggage
compartment, do not fully shut the
luggage compartment after
disconnecting the 12 volt battery. Only
leave the luggage compartment open
if your vehicle is stored in a locked
location.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
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When the oil change message appears in
the information display, it is time for an oil
change. Make sure you perform the oil
change within two weeks or 500 mi
(800 km) of the message appearing. Make
sure you reset the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor after each oil change. See
Oil
Change Indicator Reset (page 328).
If your information display resets
prematurely or becomes inoperative, you
should perform the oil change interval at
six months or
5,000 mi (8,000 km) from
your last oil change. Never exceed one year
or
10,000 mi (16,000 km) between oil
change intervals,
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built
with multiple, complex performance
systems. Every manufacturer develops
these systems using different
specifications and performance features.
That is why it is important to rely upon your
dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
We have recommended maintenance
intervals for various parts and component
systems based upon engineering testing.
We rely upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
our genuine manufactured or our
authorized re-manufactured replacement
parts engineered for your vehicle. Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and our Workshop
Manual list the recommended additives
and chemicals for your vehicle. We do not
recommend using chemicals or additives
not approved by us as part of your vehicle
’s
normal maintenance. Please consult your
warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle ’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using our approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals.
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