2023 FORD EXPLORER oil

Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirtor grease film build-up on windowsurfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage such as mice or squirrelnests.
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage.
•Check tire pressures and set tireinflation per the Tire Label.
•Check brake pedal operation. Driveyour vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back andforth to remove rust build-up.
•Check fluid levels (including coolant,oil and gas) to make sure there are noleaks, and fluids are at recommendedlevels.
•If you remove the battery, clean thebattery cable ends and check fordamage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you haveany concerns or issues.
BODY STYLING KITS
The distance between the underside ofyour vehicle and the ground is less thanthat of other models. Drive with extremecare to avoid damage to your vehicle.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 2.3L ECOBOOST™
2.3L EcoBoostEngine
10:1Compression ratio.
138 in³ (2,261 cm³)Displacement.
1-3-4-2Firing order.
Coil on plugIgnition system.
0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm)Spark plug gap.
Drivebelt Routing
2.3L EcoBoost Engine
Long drivebelt is on first pulleygroove closest to engine.A.
Short drivebelt is on secondpulley groove farthest fromengine.
B.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.0L, ST
DescriptionItem
60 degree V6Configuration.
3.36 in (85.4 mm) bore x 3.39 in (86 mm)strokeBore x stroke.
180 in³ (2,956 cm³)Displacement.
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DescriptionItem
9.5:1Compression ratio.
1-4-2-5-3-6Firing order.
0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm)Spark plug gap.
400 hp1Horsepower.
415 lb.ft1Torque.
6500 RPMRedline.
Overhead cam - roller finger followersValvetrain.
Coil on plugIgnition.
2.4 in (60 mm)Throttle body.
Cast aluminumPistons.
Forged steelCrankshaft.
Forged steelConnecting rods.
Twin turbochargedInduction.
18.0 psi (124 kPa)Maximum Boost.
Dual 2.16 in (55 mm) exhaust with quad3 in (76 mm) chrome tipsExhaust system.
1 When using premium fuel.
Drivebelt Routing
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.0L
3.0LEngine
9.5:1Compression ratio.
180 in³ (2,956 cm³)Displacement.
1-4-2-5-3-6Firing order.
Coil on plugIgnition system.
0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm)Spark plug gap.
Drivebelt Routing
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.3L, GASOLINE
3.3LEngine
12.0:1Compression ratio.
204 in³ (3,340 cm³)Displacement.
1-4-2-5-3-6Firing order.
Coil on plugIgnition system.
0.049–0.053 in (1.25–1.35 mm)Spark plug gap.
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Drivebelt RoutingLong drivebelt is on secondpulley groove farthest fromengine.
A.
Short drivebelt is on first pulleygroove closest to engine.B.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.3L, HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
(HEV)
3.3L HEVEngine
12.0:1Compression ratio.
204 in³ (3,340 cm³)Displacement.
1-4-2-5-3-6Firing order.
Coil on plugIgnition system.
0.049–0.053 in (1.25–1.35 mm)Spark plug gap.
Drivebelt Routing
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 2.3L ECOBOOST™
Motorcraft Part NumberComponent
FA-1884Air filter element.
BAGM-48H6-760Battery.
FP-100Cabin air filter.
FL-910-SEngine oil filter.1
SP-594Spark plug.
WW-1110Rear window wiper blade.
WW-2616 (driver side)Windshield wiper blade.WW-2113 (passenger side)
1 If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performancespecification SAE/USCAR-36.
We recommend Motorcraft parts that areavailable at your authorized dealer or atwww.fordparts.com. We engineer theseparts for your vehicle to meet or exceedour specifications. Use of other parts couldimpact vehicle performance, emissionsand durability. Your warranty could be voidfor any damage related to use of otherparts.
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.0L
Motorcraft Part NumberComponent
FA-1884Air filter element.
BAGM-48H6-760Battery.
FP-100Cabin air filter.
FL-2062-AEngine oil filter.1
SP-594Spark plug.
WW-1110Rear window wiper blade.
WW-2616 (driver side)Windshield wiper blade.
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Motorcraft Part NumberComponent
WW-2113 (passenger side)
1 If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performancespecification SAE/USCAR-36.
We recommend Motorcraft parts that areavailable at your authorized dealer or atwww.fordparts.com. We engineer theseparts for your vehicle to meet or exceedour specifications. Use of other parts couldimpact vehicle performance, emissionsand durability. Your warranty could be voidfor any damage related to use of otherparts.
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.3L
Motorcraft Part NumberComponent
FA-1947Air filter element.
BAGM-48H6-760Battery.
FP-100Cabin air filter.
FL-500-SEngine oil filter.1
SP-520Spark plug.
WW-1110Rear window wiper blade.
WW-2616 (driver side)Windshield wiper blade.WW-2113 (passenger side)
1 If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performancespecification SAE/USCAR-36.
We recommend Motorcraft parts that areavailable at your authorized dealer or atwww.fordparts.com. We engineer theseparts for your vehicle to meet or exceedour specifications. Use of other parts couldimpact vehicle performance, emissionsand durability. Your warranty could be voidfor any damage related to use of otherparts.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is on theleft-hand side of the instrument panel.
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Please note that in the graphic, XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicle identificationnumber.
The Vehicle Identification Number containsthe following information:
World manufacturer identifier.A
Brake system, Gross VehicleWeight Rating, Restraint Devicesand their locations.
B
Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype.C
Engine type.D
Check digit.E
Model year.F
Assembly plant.G
Production sequence number.H
CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 2.3L
ECOBOOST™
Use oil and fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use oil and fluid that meetsthe defined specification and viscositygrade, it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Longer engine cranking periods.
•Increased emission levels.
•Reduced engine performance.
•Reduced fuel economy.
•Reduced brake performance.
Air Conditioning System
WARNING: The air conditioningrefrigerant system contains refrigerantunder high pressure. Only qualifiedpersonnel should service the airconditioning refrigerant system. Openingthe air conditioning refrigerant systemcan cause personal injury.
Capacities
Refrigerant OilRefrigerantVariant
5.41 fl oz (160 ml)35 oz (0.99 kg)All.
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