check transmission fluid FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 2010 Owners Manual

Mud and water
If you must drive through high
water, drive slowly. Traction or
brake capability may be limited.
When driving through water,
determine the depth; avoid water
higher than the bottom of the hubs
(if possible) and proceed slowly. If
the ignition system gets wet, the
vehicle may stall.
Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the
vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving
your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you
are driving in mud. Even AWD and 4WD vehicles can lose traction in
slick mud. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator
slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in
the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle.
If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in water,
their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary.
Driving through deep water may damage the transmission.
If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant should
be replaced.
After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts
and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an
imbalance that could damage drive components.
“Tread Lightly” is an educational
program designed to increase public
awareness of land-use regulations
and responsibilities in our nations
wilderness areas. Ford Motor
Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land
Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and
other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”
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TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmission
fluid dipstick.
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working properly, (i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly) or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Transmission fluid should be checked and, if required, fluid
should be added by 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.
TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
3. Add only enough fluid through
the filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection in this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Item CapacityFord Part Name
or equivalentFord Part Number / Ford
Specification
Fuel tank22.5 gallons
(85.2L)——
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only have the API
Certification mark and meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (4.0L) or
WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L).3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be
checked by a qualified technician.4Use of a dual usage fluid in an automatic transmission requiring MERCON
LV may cause
transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission
damage. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval.5Use of a dual usage fluid in an automatic transmission requiring MERCON
V may cause
transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission
damage. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................88
AdvanceTrac ..............................225
Air cleaner filter ...............324–325
Air conditioning ..........................67
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................147, 156, 158
and child safety seats ............149
description ..............147, 156, 158
disposal ....................................161
driver airbag ............149, 157, 159
indicator light .................156, 161
operation .................149, 157, 159
passenger airbag .....149, 157, 159
side airbag ...............................156
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................241
Ambulance packages ....................6
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................304
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................222–223
Anti-theft system ......................118
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................37, 41, 48
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................233, 235
fluid, adding ............................323
fluid, checking ........................323
fluid, refill capacities ..............326
fluid, specification ..................326
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....56
Auxiliary power point .................84
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........326refill capacities ........................326
B
Battery .......................................302
acid, treating emergencies .....302
jumping a disabled battery ....270
maintenance-free ....................302
replacement, specifications ...325
servicing ..................................302
Belt-Minder
.............................142
Booster seats .............................176
Brakes ........................................222
anti-lock ...........................222–223
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................223
fluid, checking and adding ....322
fluid, refill capacities ..............326
fluid, specifications .................326
lubricant specifications ..........326
parking ....................................223
shift interlock ..........................232
C
Calculating load ........................209
Capacities for refilling fluids ....326
Cargo cage .................................100
Cargo management system ......104
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................261
Child safety seats ......................166
attaching with tether
straps .......................................173
in front seat ............................167
in rear seat ..............................167
LATCH .....................................170
recommendations ...................164
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Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................176
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............286
instrument panel ....................288
interior .....................................289
plastic parts ............................287
washing ....................................284
waxing .....................................285
wheels ......................................285
wiper blades ............................287
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............67
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................50
AM/FM/CD .................................43
Compass, electronic
calibration .................................25
set zone adjustment ...........25, 34
Console ..................................85–86
overhead ..............................83, 88
Controls
power seat ...............................126
steering column ........................95
Coolant
checking and adding ..............304
refill capacities ................308, 326
specifications ..........................326
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................92
Customer Assistance ................251
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................336
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................281
Getting roadside assistance ...251
Getting the service you
need .........................................277Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................282
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................281
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................72
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................323
engine oil .................................297
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................324
Driving under special
conditions ..................238, 244, 248
sand .........................................246
snow and ice ...........................249
through water .................247, 250
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ...........................67
E
Electronic message center ...20, 28
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................270
Emergency Flashers .................252
Emission control system ..........319
Engine ........................................331
cleaning ...................................286
coolant .....................................304
fail-safe cooling .......................309
idle speed control ...................302
lubrication specifications .......326
refill capacities ........................326
service points ..................294–295
starting after a collision .........253
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Speed control ..............................92
Starting your
vehicle ........................217–218, 220
jump starting ..........................270
Steering wheel
controls ......................................95
tilting .........................................82
SYNC
..........................................64
T
Tailgate ........................................99
Tilt steering wheel ......................82
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................246
Roadside Emergencies ...........261
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....197
Warning Displays ..........12, 26, 34
Tires ...........................182–184, 261
alignment ................................190
care ..........................................187
changing ..........................261, 265
checking the pressure ............187
inflating ...................................185
label .........................................196
replacing ..........................188, 265
rotating ....................................191
safety practices .......................190
sidewall information ...............192
snow tires and cables .............202
spare tire .........................261, 263
terminology .............................184
tire grades ...............................183
treadwear ........................183, 187
Tonneau cover ...........................101
Towing .......................................210
recreational towing .................216trailer towing ..........................210
wrecker ....................................275
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................323
Transmission .............................233
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....232
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................323
fluid, refill capacities ..............326
lubricant specifications ..........326
Trunk .........................................103
Turn signal ..................................75
U
USB port ......................................58
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................332
Vehicle loading ..........................202
camper bodies ........................216
Ventilating your vehicle ...........220
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................296
Water, Driving through .............250
Windows
power .........................................86
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................81
checking and adding fluid .....296
replacing wiper blades ...........297
Wrecker towing .........................275
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