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Ford Explorer King Ranch Fluid Capacities
Factory manual fluid capacities for the Ford Explorer King Ranch. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.
Last updated: 2026-05-12 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team
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2024 Ford Explorer King Ranch: 5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35
| Generation | Years | Top spec |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 | 5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35 |
| 2023 | 2023 | 3.50 OZS. (0.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35 |
| 2021-2022 | 2021-2022 | 3.50 OZS. (0.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35 |
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2024 Ford Explorer King Ranch: 5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35
Fluid type and capacity can change by engine, drivetrain, and transmission. Verify the exact branch before filling anything. Once the spec is confirmed, use the supplies and purchase links below to build the full one-trip shopping list before you start the repair.
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2024
2024Air Cond Compressor Oil (3.0L Eng)5.40 OZS. (0.15 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35
Air Cond Refrigerant (3.0L Eng)2.18 LBS. (0.98 KG) — R-1234yf
Automatic Transmission Fluid12.60 QTS. (11.92 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent. Note: 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.
Differential Gear Oil (3.0L Eng)1.90 QTS. (1.79 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 (3.0L Eng)18.00 QTS. (17.03 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
Engine Oil (3.0L Eng)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Fuel Tank (3.0L Eng)20.20 GALS. (76.46 L)
Transfer Case Fluid1.00 QTS. (0.94 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV
Windshield Washer Fluid— MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
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.
2023
2023Air Cond Compressor Oil (3.0L Eng)3.50 OZS. (0.1 L) — MOTORCRAFT PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-35
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 10R60)13.09 QTS. (12.38 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent. Note: 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.
Differential Gear Oil (3.0L Eng)1.90 QTS. (1.79 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 (3.0L Eng)16.40 QTS. (15.52 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
Engine Oil (3.0L Eng)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Fuel Tank (3.0L Eng)20.20 GALS. (76.46 L)
Transfer Case Fluid1.00 QTS. (0.94 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV
Windshield Washer Fluid— MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
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.
2021-2022
2021-2022Air Cond Compressor Oil (3.0L Eng)3.50 OZS. (0.1 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 Note: Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
Brake Fluid— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent. Note: 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.
Differential Gear Oil (3.0L Eng)1.90 QTS. (1.79 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 (3.0L Eng)16.40 QTS. (15.52 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
Engine Oil (3.0L Eng)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Fuel Tank (3.0L Eng)20.20 GALS. (76.46 L)
Transfer Case Fluid1.00 QTS. (0.94 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV
Windshield Washer Fluid— MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
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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Spec Snapshot
- Engine Oil (3.0L Eng)
- 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
- Engine Coolant (3.0L Eng)
- 18.00 QTS. (17.03 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
- 12.60 QTS. (11.92 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
Transmission fluid for your gearbox
Fluid choice must match the transmission specification.
Incorrect ATF is a common cause of poor shift quality.
Check Price and FitmentBrake fluid and bleed kit
DOT-rated fluid plus simple bleeding tools.
Moisture-heavy brake fluid lowers boiling performance over time.
Check Price and FitmentLong-neck funnel and extractor
Useful for topping off and moving fluids cleanly.
These save time when the fill point is awkward or hidden.
Check Price and FitmentShop towels and gloves
Basic cleanup gear for any fluid service job.
Cleanup tools make every service easier and safer.
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One-Trip Shopping List
Recommended supplies and tools for this job, grouped so you can buy everything before the repair starts.
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Fluid Extraction Pump
Cleanly remove old fluids from reservoirs.
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Clean Shop Rags
Lint-free rags for cleaning dipsticks and spills.
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Multi-Purpose Funnel
Long-neck funnel for hard-to-reach fill points.
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Nitrile Gloves
Keep hands clean during multi-fluid maintenance.
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Project Essentials
Basic tool sets, gloves, and cleaning supplies for your Ford Explorer King Ranch so the job is ready when the parts arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is this data from?
- Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
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Written by AllOEMManuals Editorial Team. Reviewed by ASE-certified technicians and updated with factory-reference checks for fitment-sensitive steps.
This guide was drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy by a human editor.
Last updated: 2026-05-12