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Maintenance

1. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe

BRAKE FLUID CHECK

to do so. Fully apply the parking brake,

shift into park (P) or neutral (N).

2. Leave the engine running until the

coolant temperature gauge needle

returns to the normal position. If the

temperature does not drop after

several minutes, follow the remaining

steps.

WARNING: Do not use any fluid

other than the recommended brake fluid

as this will reduce brake efficiency. Use

of incorrect fluid could result in the loss

of vehicle control, serious personal injury

or death.

3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to

WARNING: Only use brake fluid

from a sealed container. Contamination

with dirt, water, petroleum products or

other materials may result in brake

system damage or failure. Failure to

adhere to this warning could result in the

loss of vehicle control, serious personal

injury or death.

cool. Check the coolant level.

4. If the coolant level is at or below the

minimum mark, add prediluted coolant

immediately.

5. If the coolant level is normal, restart

the engine and continue.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

FLUID CHECK

WARNING: Do not allow the fluid

to touch your skin or eyes. If this

happens, rinse the affected areas

immediately with plenty of water and

contact your physician.

If required, have an authorized dealer check

and change the transmission fluid at the

correct service interval. See Scheduled

Maintenance (page 482).

WARNING: The brake system

could be affected if the brake fluid level

is below the MIN mark or above the MAX

mark on the brake fluid reservoir.

The automatic transmission does not have

a transmission fluid dipstick.

Refer to your scheduled maintenance

information for scheduled intervals for fluid

checks and changes. Your transmission

does not consume fluid. However, if the

transmission slips, shifts slowly or if you

notice a sign of leaking fluid, contact an

authorized dealer.

Do not use supplemental transmission

fluid additives, treatments or cleaning

agents. The use of these materials may

affect transmission operation and result

in damage to internal transmission

components.

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Maintenance

For detailed interval information, see

Scheduled Maintenance in your Owner's

Manual or your local maintenance guide.

POWER STEERING FLUID

CHECK

Your vehicle is equipped with an electric

power steering (EPS) system. There is no

fluid reservoir to check or fill.

CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY

WARNING: Batteries normally

produce explosive gases which can

cause personal injury. Therefore, do not

allow flames, sparks or lighted

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substances to come near the battery.

When working near the battery, always

shield your face and protect your eyes.

Always provide correct ventilation.

1. Park your vehicle on a level surface.

2. Look at the brake fluid reservoir to see

where the brake fluid level is relative

to the MIN and the MAX marks on the

reservoir.

Note: If the brake fluid level is between the

MIN and the MAX marks on the reservoir, it

is acceptable.

Note: If the brake fluid level is below the

MIN mark or above the MAX mark, have

your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Note: To avoid fluid contamination, the

reservoir cap must remain in place and fully

tight, unless you are adding fluid.

WARNING: When lifting a

plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure

on the end walls could cause acid to flow

through the vent caps, resulting in

personal injury and damage to the

vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a

battery carrier or with your hands on

opposite corners.

WARNING: Keep batteries out of

reach of children. Batteries contain

sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,

eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when

working near the battery to protect

against possible splashing of acid

solution. In case of acid contact with skin

or eyes, flush immediately with water for

a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt

medical attention. If acid is swallowed,

call a physician immediately.

Only use fluid that meets our

specifications. See Capacities and

Specifications (page 385).

Brake Fluid Service Interval

Brake fluid absorbs water over time which

degrades the effectiveness of the brake

fluid. Change the brake fluid at the

specified intervals to prevent degraded

braking performance.

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Maintenance -> Brake Fluid Check for Your Ford Explorer SUV Sixth Generation (2012-2020)

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