1997 FORD TRUCKS EXPLORER 4.0L 6-cyl VIN Code E SOHC
CAPACITIES
Engine, with filter..........5.0 quarts[1]
Cooling System, Initial Fill..........14.0 quarts
Automatic Transmission, 4R70W Initial Fill..........5.0 quarts[2]
Automatic Transmission, Others Initial Fill..........3.0 quarts[2]
Automatic Transmission, Total Fill
2wd ..........9.5 quarts
4wd ..........9.9 quarts
Manual Transmission, ..........5.5 pints
Differential, Dana 35 Front..........3.6 pints[3]
Differential, Rear..........5.5 pints[4]
Transfer Case,Full-time 4wd..........2.7 pints
Transfer Case,Warrner 4405..........3.0 pints
1. When refilling, remove dipstick to provide adequate venting
and allow oil to flow into crankcase.
2. With ENG automatic transmission operating temperature, shift through all
gears. Check fluid level in PARK and add fluid as needed.
3. Fill no higher than 9.5 mm or 3/8 INN below fill plug.
4. Fill to no more than 1/4 to 9/16 INN below fill plug hole.
TORQUES
Transfer case Full-time
Fill Plug.....13 ft-lbs
Drain Plug.....13 ft-lbs
Transfer case
Fill Plug.....14-22 ft-lbs
Drain Plug.....14-22 ft-lbs
Manual Transmission Maz M50D 5-spd
Fill Plug.....29-43 ft-lbs
Drain Plug.....29-43 ft-lbs
CAUTIONS
ENGINE
Crankcase oil level must be no higher than
the 'F' in FULL on the dipstick.
ENGINE
W/ FI, remove the engine oil dipstick when
refilling in order to avoid contamination
of the PCV system.