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

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 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
 
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  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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