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Ford Explorer 2020-Present
Overview
The Ford Explorer, in its 2020-present iteration, has continued to evolve, offering a compelling blend of performance, comfort, and technology. This generation features a rear-wheel-drive platform, a departure from its previous front-wheel-drive layout, providing improved handling dynamics and towing capabilities. It offers a range of powertrains, including hybrid and high-performance options, catering to a diverse set of consumers.
Inside the cabin, the Explorer boasts a spacious and well-appointed interior, accommodating up to seven passengers. It integrates advanced technology with features like a large touchscreen infotainment system, comprehensive driver assistance systems, and connectivity options. With its versatile seating configurations and impressive cargo space, the 2020-present Explorer remains a popular choice for families and adventurers, offering the practicality and modern amenities expected from a midsize SUV in today's market.
Specifications
Ford Explorer specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 3.5L 6-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
- Oil certification: API
- Oil capacity: 6.0 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 3.5L 6-Cylinder: 0.032”
Refrigerant
- Type: WSS-M17B21-A
- R-1234yf Refrigerant (U.S.)
- R-1234yf Refrigerant / Frigorigène R-1234yf(Canada) YN-33-A(U.S.)
- HS7Z-19B519-BA(Canada)
- Capacity : 35 oz (0.99 kg)
Refrigerant Oil
- Type: WSS-M2C300-A2
- Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil (U.S.)
- Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil /
- Huile PAG pour frigorigène R-1234yf Motorcraft®(Canada) YN-35(U.S. & Canada)
Automatic Transmission
- Type: WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV
- Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid (U.S.)
- Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid /
- MERCON® ULV huile pour boîtes automatique Motorcraft®(Canada) XT-12-QULV(U.S. & Canada)
- Capacity: 12.6 qt (11.9 L)
Coolant
- Type: WSS-M97B57-A2
- Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/ Coolant(U.S.)
- Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant / Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jaune
- Motorcraft®(Canada) VC-13DL-G(U.S.) CVC-13DL-G(Canada)
- Capacity:
- Without trailer towing14.1 qt (13.3 L)
- With trailer towing. 15.2 qt (14.4 L)
Fuel
- Capacity: 17.9 gal (67.8 L)
Grease
- Type: ESA-M1C75-B
- Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease(U.S.)
- Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease / Graisse longue durée de qualité première Motorcraft®(Canada)
- XG-1-E1(U.S. & Canada)
- ESB-M1C93-B
- Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray (U.S.)
- Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / Graisse tout usage en aérosol
- Motorcraft®(Canada) XL-5-A(U.S. & Canada)
Hydraulic Brake System
- Type: WSS-M6C65-A2 V
- Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High-Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid(U.S.)
- Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High-Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid / Liquide de frein automobile haute performance DOT 4 LV
- Motorcraft®(Canada) PM-20(U.S. & Canada)
Locks
- Type:
- Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock Lubricant(U.S.)
- Motorcraft® Penetrating Fluid / Liquide dégrippant Motorcraft®(Canada)
- XL-1(U.S.) CXC-51-A(Canada)
Transfer Case
- Type: WSS-M2C938
- Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission -AMERCON® LV, Fluid(U.S.)
- Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid / Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LV Motorcraft®(Canada)
- XT-10-QLVC(U.S.)
- CXT-10-LV6(Canada)
Front Axle
- Type: WSL-M2C192-A
- Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant(U.S.)
- Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant / Lubrifiant synthétique pour pont arrière SAE 75W-140
- Motorcraft®(Canada) XY-75W140-QL(U.S.) CXY-75W140-1L(Canada)
- Capacity : Four-wheel drive: 0.6 qt (0.6 L)
Rear Axle
- Type: WSS-M2C942-A
- Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant(U.S.)
- Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant / Huile synthétique de haute qualité pour engrenages hypoïdes SAE 75W-85
- Motorcraft®(Canada) XY-75W85-QL(U.S. & Canada)
- Capacity: 1.9 qt (1.8 L)
Washer Reservoir
- Type: WSS-M14P19-A
- Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant(U.S.)
- Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid / Liquide lave-glace de haute qualité
- Motorcraft®(Canada) ZC-32-B2(U.S.) CXC-37-A/B/D/F(Canada)
- Capacity: Fill as Required.
Powertrain
Engine
- Gasoline:
- 2.3 L EcoBoost turbocharged I4[71]
- 3.0 L EcoBoost twin turbocharged V6[71]
- 3.3 L Cyclone FFV V6 (Ford Police Interceptor Utility)
- Gasoline hybrid:
- 3.3 L Cyclone V6 hybrid
- 3.0 L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 plug-in hybrid
Transmission
- Ford 10R60 10-speed automatic
Fuel Consumption

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- Front side marker lamps: LED
- Front signature lamps: LED
- Front direction indicator: LED
- Daytime running lamps: LED
- Headlamp low beam: LED
- Headlamp high beam: LED
- Front fog lamps: LED
Rear Lights
- Side direction indicator: LED
- Rear side marker lamp: LED
- Brake and rear lamp: LED
- Central high-mounted brake lamp: LED
- Rear direction indicator:
- 3757NAK
- PY27/7W 27
- Reversing lamp: W21W 21
- License plate lamp: W5W
Interior Lamps
- All Interior Lamps: LED
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