Ford Explorer: Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Specifications

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Specifications

Lubricants, Fluids, Sealants and Adhesives

Name	Specification	Fill Capacity
Motorcraft® Yellow Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant VC-13-G	WSS-M97B57-A1	14.05 qt (13.3L) Base, 15.2 qt (14.4L) Trailer tow
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant VC-13DL-G	WSS-M97B57-A2	14.05 qt (13.3L) Base, 15.2 qt (14.4L) Trailer tow
Motorcraft® Premium Cooling System Flush VC-1	ESR-M14P7-A	-

Antifreeze/Coolant Concentration

Percent Antifreeze/Coolant to Distilled Water	Freeze Protection
50/50	-34.5°F (-36.7°C)
60/40 (Extremely Cold Climates)	-58°F (-50°C)

Cooling System Pressure

Complete cooling system maximim pressure	145 kPa (21 psi)
Pressure relief cap	145 kPa (21 psi)
Radiator pressure test (removed from the vehicle)	138 kPa (20 psi)

Thermostat Opening Temperatures

Starts to open	92°C (197.6°F)
Fully open	106°C (222.8°F)

Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS)

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