Ford Explorer 4 engine oil capacity in quarts – liters. From year: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010.
How many quarts / liters of engine oil is needed for an oil change including replacement of oil filter for a Ford Explorer 4.
If you want to do maintenance by yourself on your Ford, if you want to change your engine oil and filters see and you don’t now how big it’s your engine volume or how much quarts / liters oil enter in your car engine below you can see what is your car engine oil capacity and what type of oil you must use.
Ford Explorer IV with engine 4.0 l, engine oil capacity in quarts / liters.
- Ford Explorer with engine 4.0 l.
- Car fuel: gasoline.
- Ford Explorer engine code.
- Engine capacity: 4.0 l.
- Ford Explorer engine oil capacity liters: 4.7 liters or 4.96 quarts including the oil filter.
- Ford Explorer manual gearbox oil capacity.
- Ford Explorer automatic gearbox oil capacity (5R55S): 12.3 l or 13 qt.
- Ford Explorer automatic gearbox oil capacity (6R60): 11.6 l or 12.2 qt.
- Ford Explorer recommended engine oil: Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada)2.
- If you want to know exactly what engine oil is recommended for your car, please leave us a comment on this article: model and type of your car, engine capacity, diesel or gasoline, year when was made, and how much kw or hp has your car.
Ford Explorer IV with engine 4.6 l, engine oil capacity in quarts / liters.
- Ford Explorer with engine 4.6 l.
- Car fuel: gasoline.
- Ford Explorer engine code.
- Engine capacity: 4.6 l.
- Ford Explorer engine oil capacity liters: 5.7 liters or 6.0 quarts including the oil filter.
- Ford Explorer manual gearbox oil capacity.
- Ford Explorer automatic gearbox oil capacity (5R55S): 12.3 l or 13 qt.
- Ford Explorer automatic gearbox oil capacity (6R60): 11.6 l or 12.2 qt.
- Ford Explorer recommended engine oil: Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada).
- If you want to know exactly what engine oil is recommended for your car, please leave us a comment on this article: model and type of your car, engine capacity, diesel or gasoline, year when was made, and how much kw or hp has your car.
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Ford Explorer. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 0%. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON Ford Explorer. Displayed when the engine oil life reaches 5% or less of the Oil Life Start Value.
Checking the engine oil on a Ford Explorer IV.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil.
Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again.
If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes, the oil level is acceptable, DO NOT ADD OIL.
If the oil level is below the lower hole, add enough oil to raise the level within the lower and upper holes.
Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer.
Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil on a Ford Explorer fourth generation.
Check the engine oil.
If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the upper hole on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Engine Oil Recommendations 4.0L V6 Engine Ford Explorer.
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil. Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 or an equivalent SAE 5W-30 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application.
Engine Oil Recommendations 4.6L 3V V8 Engine Ford Explorer.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information.
Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application.
All information about engine oil capacity or gear box oil capacity is taken from Ford Explorer IV owners manual.
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