Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2007 Ford Explorer 4.6 8, 4WDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/o Rear AC | 9.00 OZS. | 0.26 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Rear A/C | 16.00 OZS. | 0.47 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/Auxiliary Air Cond,Built Before 12-03-2007 | 2.98 LBS. | 1.35 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/Auxiliary Air Cond,Built on or After 12-03-2007 | 2.75 LBS. | 1.24 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/o Auxiliary Air Cond,Built Before 12-03-2007 | 1.98 LBS. | 0.89 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/o Auxiliary Air Cond,Built on or After 12-03-2007 | 1.69 LBS. | 0.76 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 6R60 | 11.20 QTS. | 10.59 L | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON SP | DO NOT mix MERCON, MERCON V or MERCON SP. Indicates 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 set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | 4WD | Front | 1.35 QTS. | 1.27 L | SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Gear Oil | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 1.75 QTS. | 1.65 L | SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 4.6L Eng | w/Auxiliary Heater | 15.70 QTS. | 14.85 L | FORD Premium Gold Engine Coolant w/bittering agent | Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. | S |
| Engine Coolant | 4.6L Eng | w/o Auxiliary Heater | 14.00 QTS. | 13.24 L | FORD Premium Gold Engine Coolant w/bittering agent | Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. | S |
| Engine Oil | 4.6L Eng | w/Filter | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 22.50 GALS. | 85.17 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON V | Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir. | S | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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