Ford Explorer: Brake System - General Information / Specifications

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Chassis / Brake System / Brake System - General Information / Specifications

Lubricants, Fluids, Sealers and Adhesives

	Specification
DOT 4 LV brake fluid	WSS-M6C65-A2

Torque Specifications

Item	Nm	lb-ft	lb-in
Front caliper bleeder screw	8	--	71
Rear caliper bleeder screw	10	--	89

Front Disc Brake Specification

Item	345 mm	363 mm
Front brake disc minimum thickness	1.201 in ( 30.5 mm)
Maximum brake disc thickness variation	0.0003 in (0.009 mm)
Brake pad minimum thickness	0.059 in ( 1.5 mm)
Maximum brake disc runout (installed)	0.002 in ( .05 mm)

Rear Disc Brake Specification

Description	320 mm	350 mm
Rear brake disc minimum thickness	0.413 in ( 10.5 mm)	0.965 in ( 24.5 mm)
Maximum brake disc thickness variation	0.001 in ( .025 mm)
Brake pad minimum thickness	0.059 in ( 1.5 mm)
Maximum brake disc runout (installed)	0.002 in ( .05 mm)

Brake System - General Information

Diagnosis and Testing - Brake System

Symptom Chart(s) Symptom Chart: Brake System Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Four-Wheel Drive

Principle of Operation This system is a proactive system. It has the ability to anticipate wheel slip and transfer torque to the rear wheels before slip occurs. Even when wheel slip is not present, the system is continuously making adjustments to the torque distribution, in an attempt to improve straight line and cornering behavior, both on and off road...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Breaking-In & Reduced Engine Performance

Breaking-In You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 mi (480 km). During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics. Avoid driving too fast during the first 1,000 mi (1,600 km). Vary your speed frequently and change up through the gears early...