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Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-11-09 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

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2021-2023 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid: 5.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT POE Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-34

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2021-20232021-20235.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT POE Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-34
202020205.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT POE Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-34

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2021-2023 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid: 5.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT POE Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-34

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2021-2023

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Air Cond Compressor Oil (3.3L Eng,Gas/Electric)5.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT POE Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-34
Air Cond Refrigerant (3.3L Eng,Gas/Electric)1.50 LBS. (0.68 KG) — R-1234yf
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD A10R80)14.80 QTS. (14 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 (3.3L Eng)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 (3.3L Eng,Gas/Electric)14.10 QTS. (13.34 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
Engine Oil (3.3L Eng)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Fuel Tank (3.3L Eng,Gas/Electric)18.00 GALS. (68.13 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-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
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2020

2020Open 2020 manual
Air Cond Compressor Oil (3.3L Eng,Gas/Electric)5.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT POE Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-34
Air Cond Refrigerant (3.3L Eng,Gas/Electric)1.50 LBS. (0.68 KG) — R-1234yf
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD A10R80)14.80 QTS. (14 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 (3.3L Eng)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 (3.3L Eng,Gas/Electric)14.10 QTS. (13.34 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
Engine Oil (3.3L Eng)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Fuel Tank (3.3L 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-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this data from?
Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
What fluid capacities does a Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid use?
2021-2023 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid: 5.90 OZS. (0.17 L) — MOTORCRAFT POE Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-34
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid?
Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code — do not guess across generations.

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Last updated: 2026-11-09

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