Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2005 Explorer v.1 User Manual

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3. Add only enough fluid through
the filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.

Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant
specifications
in this chapter.

DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE

Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require
lubrication. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for
maintenance intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with
universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be
necessary.

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

Component

4.0L SOHC V6 engine

4.6L V8 engine

Air filter element

FA-1695

FA-1695

Fuel filter

2C5E-9155-BB

2C5E-9155-BB

Battery

BXT-65-650

BXT-65-650

Oil filter

FL-820S

FL-820S

PCV valve

1

Spark plugs

2

1

The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items

listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide and is essential to the life
and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.

For PCV valve replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the
appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve.

Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void
for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not
used.

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