2012-2020 Ford Explorer SUV Maintenance -> Opening and Closing the Hood User Manual

MY CAR USER MANUAL

Maintenance -> Opening and Closing the Hood for Your Ford Explorer SUV Sixth Generation (2012-2020)

Maintenance  
Working with the Engine On  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help  
maintain its roadworthiness and resale  
value. There is a large network of  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of  
vehicle damage and personal burn  
injuries, do not start your engine with the  
air cleaner removed and do not remove  
it while the engine is running.  
authorized dealers that are there to help  
you with their professional servicing  
expertise. We believe that their specially  
trained technicians are best qualified to  
service your vehicle properly and expertly.  
They are supported by a wide range of  
highly specialized tools developed  
1. Set the parking brake and shift the  
transmission to park (P).  
2. Block the wheels.  
specifically for servicing your vehicle.  
If your vehicle requires professional service,  
an authorized dealer can provide the  
necessary parts and service. Check your  
warranty information to find out which  
parts and services are covered.  
OPENING AND CLOSING THE  
HOOD  
Opening the Hood  
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,  
fluids and service parts conforming to  
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are  
designed and built to provide the best  
performance in your vehicle.  
Precautions  
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•
Do not work on a hot engine.  
Make sure that nothing gets caught in  
moving parts.  
•
Do not work on a vehicle with the  
engine running in an enclosed space,  
unless you are sure you have enough  
ventilation.  
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Keep all open flames and other burning  
material (such as cigarettes) away  
from the battery and all fuel related  
parts.  
1. Open the left-hand front door.  
2. Fully pull the hood release lever and  
let it completely retract.  
Working with the Engine Off  
1. Set the parking brake and shift the  
Note: This action releases the hood latch.  
3. Fully pull the hood release lever for a  
second time.  
transmission to park (P).  
Note: This action fully releases the hood.  
4. Open the hood.  
2. Switch off the engine.  
3. Block the wheels.  
Note: There is no secondary latch under the  
hood.  
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Maintenance  
Closing the Hood  
WARNING:Make sure that you fully  
latch the hood before driving. Failure to  
follow this instruction could result in  
personal injury or death.  
1. Remove the prop rod from the catch  
and secure it correctly in the clip.  
2. Lower the hood and allow it to drop  
under its own weight for the last  
10–14 in (25–35 cm).  
Note: Make sure that the hood is correctly  
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closed.  
5. Support the hood with the prop rod.  
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.3L ECOBOOST™  
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B
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 336).  
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 326).  
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Maintenance  
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D
E
F
G
H
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 326).  
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 335).  
Engine compartment fusebox. See Changing a Fuse (page 320).  
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 331).  
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 328).  
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 340).  
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.0L  
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B
C
D
E
F
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 336).  
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 326).  
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 326).  
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 335).  
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 312).  
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 331).  
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Maintenance  
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H
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 329).  
Washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 340).  
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.3L  
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B.  
C.  
D.  
E.  
F.  
G.  
H.  
I.  
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 336).  
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 326).  
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 326).  
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 335).  
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 312).  
Engine coolant reservoir cap. See Engine Coolant Check (page 331).  
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 328).  
Inverter system controller coolant reservoir cap- HEV only.  
Washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 340).  
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Maintenance  
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.3L  
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.3L  
ECOBOOST™  
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B
Minimum.  
Maximum.  
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B
Minimum.  
Maximum.  
ENGINE OIL CHECK  
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.0L  
To check the engine oil level consistently  
and accurately, do the following:  
1. Make sure the parking brake is on. Make  
sure the transmission is in park (P) or  
neutral (N).  
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal  
operating temperature.  
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level  
ground.  
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15  
minutes for the oil to drain into the oil  
pan. Checking the engine oil level too  
soon after you switch the engine off  
may result in an inaccurate reading.  
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B
MIN  
MAX  
5. Open the hood. See Opening and  
Closing the Hood (page 322).  
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with  
a clean, lint-free cloth. See Under  
Hood Overview (page 323).  
7. Reinstall the dipstick and remove it  
again to check the oil level. See Under  
Hood Overview (page 323).  
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