Ford Explorer 2011-2019

The Ford Explorer, spanning from 2011 to 2019, marked a significant shift in the model's history, as it moved to a unibody platform from the previous body-on-frame construction. This transition made the Explorer more car-like in handling and ride comfort while preserving its SUV capabilities. The design became sleeker and more aerodynamic, improving fuel efficiency and reducing wind noise.

Inside, the Explorer offered a well-designed and spacious cabin with modern features, including advanced infotainment systems and safety technologies. It was available with three rows of seating, accommodating up to seven passengers. This generation emphasized fuel efficiency, safety, and a comfortable ride, making it a popular choice among families and those seeking a versatile SUV. Whether used for daily commuting or family adventures, the 2011-2019 Explorer combined practicality and refinement in a modern SUV package.

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

Engine 2.0L 4-Cylinder SOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 20 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 5.7 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 4.0L 6-Cylinder:0.032′

Engine 3.5L 6-Cylinder SOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 20 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 6.0 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 4.6L 8-Cylinder : 0.032”

Brake Fluid

• Type: Motorcraft DOT 4 Low Viscosity High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid/ PM-20 / WSS-M6C65-A2
• Capacity: Between MIN and MAX on reservoir

Fuel

• Capacity: 18.6 gal (70.4L)

Power Steering Fluid

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

Coolant

• Type: Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted/ VC-3DIL-B (U.S.); CVC-3DIL-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-D2
• Capacity 
  • 3.5L V6 engine: 12.2 qt (11.5L)
  • 3.5L V6 EcoBoost: 11.4 qt (10.8L)
  • 2.0L EcoBoost: 11.6 qt (11.0L)
  • 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 XG–4 or XL–5 ESB-M1C93–B

Automatic transmission (6F50) fluid

• Type: Motorcraft MERCON LV/XT-10-QLVC (U.S.); CXT-10-LV12 (Canada) / MERCON LV
• Capacity: 10.8 qt (10.3L)

Automatic transmission (6F55) fluid

• Type: Motorcraft MERCON LV/XT-10-QLVC (U.S.); CXT-10-LV12 (Canada) / MERCON LV
• Capacity: 11.6 qt (11.0L)

Automatic transmission (6F35) fluid

• Type: Motorcraft MERCON LV/XT-10-QLVC (U.S.); CXT-10-LV12 (Canada) / MERCON LV
• Capacity: 9.0 qt (8.5L)

Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive)

• Type: Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant/ XY-75W140-QL /WSL-M2C192-A
• Capacity: 18 oz (0.53L)

Rear axle fluid

• Type: Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL / WSP-M2C197-A
• Capacity: 2.4 pt (1.15L)

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)

Windshield washer fluid

• Type: Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate with Bitterant (U.S.); Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid (Canada) / ZC-32-B2 (U.S.); CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) (Canada) / WSB-M8B16-A2
• Capacity: Fill as required

Door weatherstrips

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

Lock cylinders

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

A/C refrigerant

• Type: 
  • 2.0L Ecoboost & 3.5L Ecoboost engines: Motorcraft R–134a Refrigerant: YN-19 (U.S.); CYN-16-R (Canada) /WSH-M17B19-A
• Capacity:
  • 2.0L Ecoboost & 3.5L Ecoboost engines: 47 oz (1.33kg)
  • 3.5L TiVCT engine:41 oz (1.16 kg)

A/C refrigerant compressor oil

• Type: 
  • 2.0L Ecoboost & 3.5L Ecoboost engines:Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil/ YN-12-D / WSH-M1C231-B
• Capacity:
  • 2.0L Ecoboost & 3.5L Ecoboost engines : 7.3 fl oz (215mL)
  • 3.5L TiVCT engine: 9.3 fl oz (275 mL)

Powertrain

Engine

• 2.0 L EcoBoost turbocharged I4 (front-wheel drive only)
• 2.3 L EcoBoost turbocharged I4
• 3.5 L Duratec Ti-VCT V6
• 3.5 L EcoBoost twin-turbocharged V6 (all-wheel drive only)
• 3.7 L Cyclone Ti-VCT FFV V6 (Police Interceptor Utility, all-wheel drive only)

Transmission

• 6-speed Ford 6F automatic w/ overdrive (EcoBoost I4 model)
• 6-speed 6F SelectShift automatic (3.5L/3.7L)
• 6-speed 6F SelectShift automatic with paddle shifters (Sport model)

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Front Fog Light Bulb:
  • H11-55W
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 194
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457K
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb
  • : 9005L+
  •  HID-D3S

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 7440
• Brake Light Bulb: LED
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  •  3457K
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: LED
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA
• Tail Light Bulb: LED
• Tailgate Light Bars: vbf-tailgate-light

Interior Lights

• Courtesy Light Bulb: 168
• Dome Light Bulb: LED
• Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: LED
• Map Light Bulb:168