Engine oil
SAE 5W-30
Look for Ford WSS-M2C961-A1 on the label. Checked for 2020–2026 models with the 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cyl.
5.2 qt with filterReplace: every 10,000 mi
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2025 Ford Explorer oil type, capacity & maintenance
2.3L EcoBoost 4-cyl · FWD or AWD
All listed trims share these maintenance parts.
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Everything for one DIY oil changeParts & fluids for the 2025 Explorer
Oil filter
Motorcraft FL-910S
Common OEM filter for this generation. Confirm the fit with your VIN at checkout, and replace it at every oil change.
1 filterReplace: every oil change
Drain plug
Inspect, new gasket
Fit a new drain plug gasket or washer if yours is flattened or nicked.
Replace: if worn
Engine air filter
Fits 2025 Explorer
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 30,000 mi
Cabin air filter
Fits 2025 Explorer
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 20,000 mi
Spark plugs
Fits 2025 Explorer
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 60,000 mi (EcoBoost) / 100,000 mi (V8)
Every 10,000 miles: what's due
Pick your mileage to see what comes due at that service.
10,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
20,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
30,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
40,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
50,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
60,000 miles 4 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
70,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
80,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
90,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
100,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresWith every oil change · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
Other years: 2024 Explorer · 2026 Explorer · All Explorer years
Oil grade and capacity are checked against published lubricant application data where marked verified; part numbers and intervals follow Ford's maintenance schedule. Severe use (towing, short trips, dusty roads) shortens some intervals. Confirm the part number against your VIN at checkout. Read the full disclaimer
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