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2021 Ford Explorer Timberline Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2021-2022 (2021-2022).
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Air Cond Compressor Oil (2.3L Eng)
5.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 10R60)
12.90 QTS. (12.2 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV
Brake Fluid
— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent.
Differential Gear Oil (2.3L Eng,4WD)
1.70 QTS. (1.6 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant
Differential Gear Oil (4WD)
0.60 QTS. (0.56 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
Engine Coolant (2.3L Eng)
15.20 QTS. (14.38 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
Engine Oil (2.3L Eng)
5.20 QTS. (4.92 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
Transfer Case Fluid
1.00 QTS. (0.94 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV
Notes
- →Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
- →Use only MOTOCRAFT DOT 4 LV High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2 and ISO 4925 Class 6. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause brake system damage. Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir.
- →To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2021 Ford Explorer Timberline?
- The 2021 Ford Explorer Timberline fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil (2.3L Eng): 5.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35, Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 10R60): 12.90 QTS. (12.2 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV, Brake Fluid: — MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent., Differential Gear Oil (2.3L Eng,4WD): 1.70 QTS. (1.6 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant, Differential Gear Oil (4WD): 0.60 QTS. (0.56 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, Engine Coolant (2.3L Eng): 15.20 QTS. (14.38 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant, Engine Oil (2.3L Eng): 5.20 QTS. (4.92 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, Transfer Case Fluid: 1.00 QTS. (0.94 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV.
- How much engine oil does a 2021 Ford Explorer Timberline take?
- The 2021 Ford Explorer Timberline takes 5.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35.