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... whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 282 284 287 292 294 301 313...
... whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 282 284 287 292 294 301 313...
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 11 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 11 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 3. Air filter assembly 10. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Washer fluid reservoir 284 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Radiator cap 8. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1.
Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 3. Air filter assembly 10. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Washer fluid reservoir 284 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Radiator cap 8. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1.
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Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil dipstick 4. Power distribution box 6. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Radiator cap 9. Battery 7. Engine oil filler cap 3. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Maintenance and Specifications 4.6L V8 engine 1. Air filter assembly 2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 285 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil dipstick 4. Power distribution box 6. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Radiator cap 9. Battery 7. Engine oil filler cap 3. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Maintenance and Specifications 4.6L V8 engine 1. Air filter assembly 2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 285 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...Ford specifications. Note: Your vehicle's driveshaft is at the bottom of any undercoating material. AIR FILTER Refer to prevent overspray of the opening. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. 313 2006 Explorer... (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Maintenance and Specifications ...
...Ford specifications. Note: Your vehicle's driveshaft is at the bottom of any undercoating material. AIR FILTER Refer to prevent overspray of the opening. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. 313 2006 Explorer... (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Maintenance and Specifications ...
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...as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. Release the clamps that meets Ford material and design specifications for any damage to the life and performance of the air filter housing. 3. Be careful not to enter the engine if not ...air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. The customer warranty may result in scheduled maintenance information and is essential to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used . 314 2006 Explorer...
...as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. Release the clamps that meets Ford material and design specifications for any damage to the life and performance of the air filter housing. 3. Be careful not to enter the engine if not ...air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. The customer warranty may result in scheduled maintenance information and is essential to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used . 314 2006 Explorer...
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... Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 282 284 287 292 294 301 313 314 315 318 Accessories Index 325 327 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post...
... Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 282 284 287 292 294 301 313 314 315 318 Accessories Index 325 327 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post...
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 11 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 11 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 3. Battery 6. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Washer fluid reservoir 284 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Engine oil filler cap 2. Power distribution box 5. Radiator cap 8.
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 3. Battery 6. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Washer fluid reservoir 284 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Engine oil filler cap 2. Power distribution box 5. Radiator cap 8.
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Engine oil filler cap 3. Battery 7. Power distribution box 6. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Maintenance and Specifications 4.6L V8 engine 1. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Radiator cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 285 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Air filter assembly 2.
Engine oil filler cap 3. Battery 7. Power distribution box 6. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Maintenance and Specifications 4.6L V8 engine 1. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Radiator cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 285 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Air filter assembly 2.
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.... 313 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to prevent overspray of the opening so that meets Ford specifications. Use only fluid that the fluid level is balanced. Add only enough fluid through the filler opening . Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element...
.... 313 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to prevent overspray of the opening so that meets Ford specifications. Use only fluid that the fluid level is balanced. Add only enough fluid through the filler opening . Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element...
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... any dirt or debris and to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used . 314 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any damage to ensure good sealing...2 Spark plugs 1 The PCV valve is a critical emission component. Release the clamps that meets Ford material and design specifications for changing the PCV valve. It is one that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Refer to enter the engine if not properly seated. 6. Be careful not to...
... any dirt or debris and to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used . 314 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any damage to ensure good sealing...2 Spark plugs 1 The PCV valve is a critical emission component. Release the clamps that meets Ford material and design specifications for changing the PCV valve. It is one that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Refer to enter the engine if not properly seated. 6. Be careful not to...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped with a dipstick) Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Recommended at every scheduled maintenance interval as one way to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have the... and fluid leaks. In order to ensure your vehicle checked regularly. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Inspect engine air filter. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance -
... coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped with a dipstick) Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Recommended at every scheduled maintenance interval as one way to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have the... and fluid leaks. In order to ensure your vehicle checked regularly. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Inspect engine air filter. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance -
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... (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 10,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION:... RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints,...& hoses, and parking brake system. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped.
... (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 10,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION:... RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints,...& hoses, and parking brake system. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped.
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...wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and ...Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
...wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and ...Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
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...joints (F250/350/450/550). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 45,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and...tires for ❑ optimal tire life. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 40,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: ...
...joints (F250/350/450/550). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 45,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and...tires for ❑ optimal tire life. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 40,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for endplay and noise. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: ...
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...front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with zerk fittings. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with sealed bearings). Inspect wheel ends for your particular requirements.... Replace engine air filter. Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace the remote filter element on the vehicles equipped with the...
...front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with zerk fittings. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with sealed bearings). Inspect wheel ends for your particular requirements.... Replace engine air filter. Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace the remote filter element on the vehicles equipped with the...
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Rotation recommended for wear. DEALER VALIDATION: lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Multi-... tire life. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection ...
Rotation recommended for wear. DEALER VALIDATION: lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Multi-... tire life. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Multi-point inspection ...
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... page 47). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with the... your dealer for wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your particular requirements. Replace engine air filter. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Rotation recommended for ❑ optimal tire life.
... page 47). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with the... your dealer for wear. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 95,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your particular requirements. Replace engine air filter. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Rotation recommended for ❑ optimal tire life.
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... page 48). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (Class A Motorhome, ❑... ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. RO#: DATE: optimal tire life. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.
... page 48). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (Class A Motorhome, ❑... ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. RO#: DATE: optimal tire life. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses.