Ford Explorer Service Intervals

How Often Should I Service My Ford Explorer?

Your Ford Explorer should be serviced at regular intervals to ensure that it performs as designed and doesn't encounter any safety problems. Servicing your Ford Explorer properly can also save money on car repairs later on, as a mechanic can often catch and fix more minor issues before they become a more significant and costly issue. To help your car work at its best, Ford has a recommended Ford Explorer maintenance schedule located in the owner's manual for your Explorer. Ford Explorer service intervals begin at 15,000 miles for most vehicles.

15,000-Mile Service

When your Ford Explorer reaches 15,000 miles, it will be due for its first full service. At this time, your Explorer will have an engine oil change. The mechanic will look at the engine fluid levels to make sure there's enough fluid to keep the engine lubricated. The engine may also get a new filter so that clean fuel can move through the fuel lines and help the engine perform at its maximum strength. The Explorer's tires are rotated at 15,000 miles, and it will have the exhaust and cooling systems inspected.

30,000-Mile Service

Your Ford Explorer will be scheduled for its next services at 30,000 miles. When the car reaches this point, it has another oil change, and the tires are rotated again. The brakes will be checked at 30,000 miles. The Explorer will have an overall inspection of the braking system components along with the parking brake. The ball joints and U-joints are checked and lubricated if necessary. The exhaust system and cooling system on the Ford are also evaluated at 30,000 miles. The cabin air filter may be changed at 30,000 miles as well.

60,000-Mile Service

At 60,000 miles, your Ford Explorer will have the oil changed again. It will have the tires rotated as well, and the tires are checked for the correct pressure level and tread depth. The wheels are inspected for soundness, and their related parts are evaluated to make sure they're working correctly. The exhaust system is inspected at 60,000 miles, and the cooling system is rechecked. The Explorer's battery power levels will be checked, and the battery components are inspected for leaks, rust, and other damage. The spark plugs may be replaced.

90,000-Mile Service

At 90,000 miles, your Ford gets the major fluids changed, including another complete oil change. The transmission fluid and power steering fluids are also changed. The hoses and cooling system get inspected, as do the heat shields, steering linkage, driveshafts, and brakes.

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