Ford 2000 Explorer Automobile User Manual


 
Fluid Ford Part
Name
Application Capacity
Front axle
lubricant
Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant
4x4 vehicles 1.7L
(1.8 quarts)
Rear axle
lubricant
5
Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant
Refer to
Footnote 6
2.9-3.1L
(5.5-5.8 pints)
Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant
Refer to
Footnote 7
Windshield
washer fluid
Ultra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
Concentrate
All 2.6L
(2.7 quarts)
1
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance
guide to determine the correct service interval.
2
Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
3
Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may
vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The
amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the
indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
4
Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford
Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding engine
coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
5
Fill to 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below bottom of fill hole.
Capacities and specifications
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