2018 Ford Explorer specs
Maintenance specs from the 2018 Ford Explorer owner's manual. Open a spec for every version and the page it's printed on.
Engines covered: 2.3L EcoBoost, 3.5L Duratec, 3.5L EcoBoost
Engine & fluids
Tires & wheels
Capacities & towing
Coolant
| Applies to | Value | Manual says | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L EcoBoost | 11.6 qtcapacity | “11.6 qt (11 L) Engine coolant” | PDF page 353 ↗ |
| 3.5L Duratec without trailer tow | 13.1 qtcapacity | “13.1 qt (12.4 L) Engine coolant (without trailer tow)” | PDF page 357 ↗ |
| 3.5L Duratec with trailer tow | 13.4 qtcapacity | “13.4 qt (12.7 L) Engine coolant (with trailer tow)” | PDF page 357 ↗ |
| 3.5L EcoBoost | 13.1 qtcapacity | “13.1 qt (12.4 L) Engine coolant” | PDF page 357 ↗ |
| All versions | Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Predilutedtype | “Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted” | PDF page 354 ↗ |
Transmission fluid
| Applies to | Value | Manual says | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L EcoBoost (approximate dry fill) | 9.0 qtcapacity | “9.0 qt (8.5 L)” | PDF page 353 ↗ |
| 3.5L EcoBoost 6F50 (approximate dry fill) | 10.9 qtcapacity | “10.9 qt (10.3 L)” | PDF page 357 ↗ |
| 3.5L EcoBoost 6F55 (approximate dry fill) | 11.6 qtcapacity | “11.6 qt (11 L)” | PDF page 353 ↗ |
Lug nut torque
| Applies to | Value | Manual says | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| All versions | 100 lb-ft | “100 (135)” | PDF page 344 ↗ |
Spark plugs
| Applies to | Value | Manual says | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L EcoBoost | SP-537part number | “SP-537” | PDF page 348 ↗ |
| 3.5L Duratec | SP-520part number | “SP-520” | PDF page 349 ↗ |
| 3.5L EcoBoost | SP-534part number | “SP-534” | PDF page 350 ↗ |
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