Owner’s manual specs
2021 Ford Explorer Specs: Maintenance Schedule & Fuse Box
Figures for the 2021 Ford Explorer, copied from Ford’s own owner’s manual. Every one links to the manual page it came from.
Maintenance schedule
Normal service schedule
Use this for ordinary driving.
| Service | When |
|---|---|
| Change the engine oil and filter. | At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display |
Severe service schedule
Use this if you tow, idle a lot, drive short trips in the cold, or run in dust.
| Service | When |
|---|---|
| Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart. Applies to: Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier | As required |
| Change engine oil and filter. Applies to: Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions - Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads | Every 5,000 mi(8,000 km) |
| Replace cabin air filter. Applies to: Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use | Inspect frequently, service as required |
| Replace engine air filter. Applies to: Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use | Inspect frequently, service as required |
Fuse box locations & fuse chart
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Where to find it
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel The fuse panel is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
to access the fuse panel if you remove the finish trim piece.
What each fuse protects
| Fuse | Amps | Protects | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | Not used | p.318 |
| 2 | 10A | Moonroof. ERA-GLONAS. eCall. Telematics control unit module. Inverter. Driver door switch pack. | p.318 |
| 3 | 7.5A | Memory seat switch. Wireless accessory charger module. Seat switches. | p.318 |
| 4 | 20A | Not used (spare) | p.318 |
| 5 | — | Not used | p.318 |
| 6 | 10A | Not used | p.318 |
| 7 | 10A | Smart data link connector power | p.318 |
| 8 | 5A | Telematics control unit modem. Hands-free liftgate actuation module. Power liftgate module. | p.318 |
| 9 | 5A | Keypad switch. 318 | p.318 |
| 10 | — | Not used | p.319 |
| 11 | — | Not used | p.319 |
| 12 | 7.5A | Climate control head. Gear shift module. | p.319 |
| 13 | 7.5A | Steering column control module. Smart datalink connector. Instrument cluster. | p.319 |
| 14 | 15A | Not used (spare) | p.319 |
| 15 | 15A | SYNC. Integrated control panel. | p.319 |
| 16 | — | Not used | p.319 |
| 17 | 7.5A | Headlamp control module | p.319 |
| 18 | 7.5A | Not used (spare) | p.319 |
| 19 | 5A | Headlamp switch. Push button ignition switch. | p.319 |
| 20 | 5A | Ignition switch. Telematics control unit module. Key inhibit solenoid lock. | p.319 |
| 21 | 5A | Not used | p.319 |
| 22 | 5A | Not used (spare) | p.319 |
| 23 | 30A | Not used (spare) | p.319 |
| 24 | 30A | Moonroof | p.319 |
| 25 | 20A | Not used (spare) | p.319 |
| 26 | 30A | Not used (spare) | p.319 |
| 27 | 30A | Not used (spare) | p.319 |
| 28 | 30A | Not used (spare) | p.319 |
| 29 | 15A | Not used (spare) | p.319 |
| 30 | 5A | Trailer brake connector. 319 | p.319 |
| 31 | 10A | Terrain management switch. Selectable drive mode switch. Transceiver module. | p.320 |
| 32 | 20A | Audio control module | p.320 |
| 33 | — | Not used | p.320 |
| 34 | 30A | Run/start relay | p.320 |
| 35 | 5A | Not used (spare) | p.320 |
| 36 | 15A | Park assist module. Image processing module A. | p.320 |
| 37 | 20A | Not used (spare) | p.320 |
| 38 | 30A | Left-hand rear power window. Right-hand rear power window. | p.320 |
Not on this page
- Fluids & capacities: The manual gives different answers by configuration, so we've left them out.
- Oil life & reset procedures: The manual gives different answers by configuration, so we've left them out.