Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2003 Explorer v.1 User Manual
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1
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON
and
MERCON
V are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON and
MERCON
V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.
2
Limited slip differentials must add 118 ml (4 oz) of Additive Friction
Modifier XL—3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A
to the rear axle whenever the axle has been serviced.
ENGINE DATA
Engine
4.0L SOHC V6
engine
4.6L V8 engine
Cubic inches
245
281
Required fuel
87 octane
87 octane
Firing order
1-4-2-5-3-6
1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Spark plug gap
1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)
1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)
Ignition system
EDIS
EDIS
Compression ratio
9.7:1
9.4:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Dimensions
4-Door 4x2 or 4x4 XLT Model mm
(in.)
(1) Overall length
4812 (189.5)
(2) Overall width
1832 (72.1)
(3) Maximum height*
1828 (71.9)
(4) Wheelbase
2889 (113.7)
(5) Track width, front
1547 (60.9)
(5) Track width, rear
1554 (61.2)
* Height includes roof rack and P255/70R16 tire
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