Ford Explorer 2006-2010

The Ford Explorer from 2006 to 2010 represented a refined evolution of this iconic SUV. This generation featured a more modern and aerodynamic design, moving away from the boxy appearance of its predecessors. Inside, it offered a spacious, comfortable cabin with seating up to seven passengers. High-quality materials and improved ergonomics contributed to a more enjoyable driving experience.

The 2006-2010 Explorer was well-equipped regarding safety, featuring stability control, multiple airbags, and advanced safety technologies. The available four-wheel-drive system ensured capable off-road performance while maintaining its on-road comfort. Overall, this generation of the Ford Explorer continued to be a popular choice among families and adventurers alike, offering a versatile and reliable SUV option.

Ford Explorer specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 4.0L 6-Cylinder SOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 19 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 5.0 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 4.0L 6-Cylinder:0.054”

Engine 4.6L 8-Cylinder SOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 17 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 6.0 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 4.6L 8-Cylinder : 0.054”

Brake Fluid

• Type: Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid / PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1
• Capacity: Between MIN and MAX on reservoir

Fuel

• Capacity: 22.5 gallons (85.2L)

Power Steering Fluid

• Type: Motorcraft MERCON ATF XT-5-QM / MERCON V
• Capacity: Fill between the MIN and MAX lines on reservoir

Coolant

• Type: Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored)/VC-7-A (U.S., except C.A., OR, and N.M.), VC-7-B (C.A., OR, and N.M.)/WSSM97B51-A1
• Capacity 
  • 4.0L engine without auxiliary climate control: 12.2 quarts (11.5L)
  • 4.0L engine with auxiliary climate control: 13.9 quarts (13.2L)
  • 4.6L engine without auxiliary climate control: 13.9 quarts (13.2L)
  • 4.6L engine with auxiliary climate control: 15.7 quarts (14.9L)

Rear axle lubricant

• Type: Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
• Capacity: 
  • Conventional Axle : 3.5 pints (1.7L)
  • Limited-slip axle: 4 3.25 pints (1.5L)

Windshield washer fluid

• Type: Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate
• Capacity: 4.2 quarts (4.0L)

Body hinges, latches, door striker plates and rotors, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring, hood latch, auxiliary latch, seat tracks

• Type: Multi-Purpose Grease or Multi-Purpose Grease Spray X.G.–4 or XL–5 ESB-M1C93–B

Hydraulic brake fluid and Clutch Fluid (if equipped)

• Type: Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid/ PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A or WSS-M6C62–A

Driveshaft, slip spline, universal joints

• Type: Premium Long-Life Grease /XG-1-C /ESA-M1C75-B

Automatic transmission (5R55S) fluid

• Type: Motorcraft MERCON V ATF/ XT-5-QM / MERCON V
• Capacity: 11.2 quarts (10.6L)

Automatic transmission (6R80) fluid

• Type: Motorcraft MERCON V ATF/ XT-5-QM / MERCON V
• Capacity: 11.2 quarts (10.6L)

Power steering fluid

• Type: Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX MERCON

Rear axle fluid

• Type: Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant/X Y-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A
• Capacity: 3.5 pints (1.7L)

Front axle fluid (AWD & 4WD)

• Type: Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant/XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A
• Capacity: 2.7 pints (1.3L)

Transfer case fluid (4WD)

• Type: Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid/XL–12
• Capacity: 1.5 quarts (1.4L)

Transfer case (AWD)

• Type: Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid/XL–12 /
• Capacity: 1.3 quarts (1.25L)

Transfer case Front Output Slip Shaft (AWD & 4WD)

• Type: Premium Long-Life Grease /XG-1-C /ESA-M1C75-B

Windshield washer fluid

• Type: Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate: Z.C.–32–A WSB-M8B16–A2

Door weatherstrips

• Type: Silicone Spray Lubricant/ XL-6 / ESR-M13P4-A

Lock cylinders

• Type: Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant/\ XL-1 /None

Cooling system stop leak pellets

• Type: Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets/ VC-6 / WSS-M99B37-B6

Powertrain

Engine

• 4.0 L Cologne SOHC V6
• 4.6 L Modular 24-valve V8

Transmission

• 5-speed 5R55S automatic
• 6-speed 6R automatic

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Front Fog Light Bulb: 9145
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 194
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457AK
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: H13

Rear Lights

• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 2825
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Lower Tail Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 4057K
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457AK
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 194
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 4057K
• Upper Tail Light Bulb: 194
• Tailgate Light Bars: vbf-tailgate-light

Interior Lights

• Ash Tray Light Bulb: 161
• Cruise Control Indicator Light Bulb: 2452MFX6
• Dome Light Bulb: 578
• Instrument Panel Light Bulb: 2452MFX6
• Interior Door Light Bulb: 168
• Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: 578
• Map Light Bulb: 578
• Turn Signal Indicator Light Bulb: 2452MFX6
• Vanity Mirror Light Bulb: 37