Owner Checks And Services - Ford 2012 Explorer Owner's Manual

Scheduled Maintenance

Owner checks and services

Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner's
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Engine oil/coolant change intervals
Engine oil
Engine coolant,
initial change
Engine coolant, after
initial change
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
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2012 Explorer (exp)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA (fus)
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
As indicated by the message center: do not
exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
Check every month
Check every six months