2011-2015 ford explorer oil change

[@nasirali-gj3le]

Thank you for taking out your valuable time to help the community. Much appreciated!!

[@shawnsomeone1914]

i would suggest priming the filter with 1/2 a quart to minimize the length of dry start. this will allow the oil to reach the engine faster.

[@jerrygriffith814]

Good idea. I never even though of that one. Thanks.

[@ericjohnson1228]

never filled new oil filter .... dry start? why?? oil residual is still there??

[@BeaverThomas]

Just bought a 2012 Ford Explorer with only a hundred thousand miles on it. Your video helped me to know that it wouldn't be a process full of special tools and crap LOL nice job! And the other person that mentioned priming the filter reminds me when I was an oil lube manager they always told us that on turbo models that we should Prime the filter. Currently I've been doing it on every vehicle I change the oil on. No lengthy dry starts at all!! If you have a oil filter mounted sideways you can still get some oil in there, But if they are screwing on from the bottom it's a perfect situation.

[@adrianrangel4890]

Thanks for the quick refresher. I used to change my oil myself back in the day and I just thought about doing it myself again.

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Your welcome.

[@richfarfugnuven6308]

Besides priming the new oil filter, it's a K&N you don't need a filter wrench. That large nut in the bottom is for a 1" socket or wrench. Makes life much easier.

[@lukeWiz44]

should be only hand tight. and not necessary to prime the filter.

[@TheJustina102085]

Thanks for the video, I’ve been lazy when it comes to doing my own oil changes but since I have the ramps and tools, this video helped make made me do it myself!

[@fabianghost89]

When you loosen up the oil screw make sure you open up the oil cap first

[@Kopernicus67]

Great video. A better idea for all under-vehicle oil filters is to use a gallon zip-lock bag and put it over filter as you loosen. All oil and the filter just drop in the bag with a lot less mess and oil-soaked rags lying around. If you are big into the eco-thing, you can use the bag to empty the last oil into your pan, pull out the filter and re-use the bag.

[@biz4twobiz463]

I'm big into the environment as a naturist. So, this tip is fantastic!! Warm thanks...

[@josher14]

@@biz4twobiz463 cool thanks as well 🤠

[@prospect4954]

Depends I wouldn’t recommend doing that if you work on cars for a living some people drive their cars all day before bringing it in for service. That oil and filter is so hot it can actually melt right thru the plastic bag.

[@aprilhoward8727]

Thanks, as a female, you made this very easy. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@semperfitt356]

You should mention about resetting the change oil message on the dash

[@raebuckner6115]

I appreciate this video, very syimple steps, lighting was great thanks again.

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Rae Buckner thank you

[@GasHauler127]

Great video. Do you have a video for changing the transmission and differential fluid?

[@twinenk15]

I have always changed the oil on my vehicles. Jack the vehicle up, secure with emergency break on, jack stands and tire chock. The ramps eliminates the jack and jack stands. I will get a set. Thank you,

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Thanks

[@melaniew77msn]

It is sound advice to use a spanner with a 6 sided boxed end to remove oil plugs. This plug head will have tools on it more than any other fastener on your vehicle, there is no reason to ever chance rounding it and causing problems. Also when you oil the gasket on the new filter oil the threads on the new filter so there is no dry metal to metal contact. The oil plug has a crush washer on it to help the metal to metal seal between the oil plug and oil pan. I will suggest that that washer be replaced anytime it shows wear the plug drips oil at all or every 5th oil change. Some people want that washer changed every time but that is as crazy as never doing it! Also any place that you fill and drain always take the fill cap or plug out first. I say this because if you have trouble and want to give up for the day you can do that easily before you drain. If you drain first you are stuck finishing the job. I also recommend prefilling the filter and using clean oil on all surfaces after any remaining dirty oil is whipped off.

[@masjuggalo]

The only note I can make is that you use the wrong side of the wrench. The box end will prevent slipping save your knuckles in the corners of the plug

[@alexandracaballero9538]

Could you please make a list of everything one would need.

[@danielgabriel5549]

Thank You my Brother !

[@larrydbeal1]

Just a suggestion... I usually use a punch and put a hole in the bottom of the filter and let it drain before removing it... just a little less messy

[@semperfitt356]

you are a genius my friend. Why didn't I think of that sooner???!!!! Thanks

[@TheNickcourtney]

That is an awesome idea. I always change my oil myself and hate the oil filter mess!

[@surethingbud1835]

😳.......🤩

[@zexityc.3735]

Thank you very much

[@benniboi75]

Thanks for the vid!

[@compubyte2010]

Ok, I've always been told to NEVER oil the top of the new filter seal with the OLD crappy oil, cuz it may have grit, metal shavings etc in it. and you can trap a piece on the rubber seal.. and ruin the seal .. Dunno if it's true, but made sense to me, and I've always taken a tab of new oil on the filter..

[@qthn1452]

how do you reset the engine oil light, i have a 2014 explorer Base. THANK.

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

+Quoc Tran try this kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqrMqoCZeK2djLOds

[@greatove]

nice job bro

[@emmanuelmartinez8201]

Where you live? My 2011 uses 5w-30 it's in the owners manual and printed on the engine oil cap but great vid

[@anthonylee6322]

Only thing you should do is open the oil fill so it drains better. Very well done video thank you.

[@luciocorreia5089]

it is a good video but we have ro start thinking about safty that I agree with you Steve

[@Resq28]

great thank you so much

[@ryansvloggingit5492]

that's sharp what year is that does the engine and transmission hold up

[@BigMac530]

Just got a new 2015 Explorer 3.5 V6 no ecoboost. At what mileage should I change the oil and then what are the intervals after initial oil change?? Thanks!

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

I would change for the first time at 5,000 and after that Ford recommends changing the oil every 7,500 miles or six months, whichever comes first. This recommendation assumes the usage of Motocraft 5W-20 brand oil or an equivalent and normal driving conditions. Special driving conditions include towing a trailer, carrying heavy loads, extensive idling or low-speed driving, off-road driving, driving in dusty areas and using a flex fuel. If you have special driving conditions, you should change the oil every 5,000 miles, six months or after 200 hours of engine operation, whichever occurs first. Only use oils that are have the American Petroleum Institute trademark symbol "For Gasoline Engines" on the container as this guarantees that the product meets current engine and emission system requirements. You should never use oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. If you are maintaining your vehicle per Ford's guidelines, additives and cleaners are not necessary. When you change the oil, you should also replace the oil filter. Ford production filters and certain aftermarket filters are specifically designed to extend the life of your engine. Using a filter that does not meet Ford's specifications may cause engine knocking. Ford recommends the Ford production filter and the Motorcraft filter or an equivalent.

[@tarheelod]

+clsallinone assuming normal driving conditions, do you go by mileage or the "oil life" percentage that is provided in the vehicle report?

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

I just go off vehicle report but I make sure to keep track of mileage also just in case there is a computer error.

[@cara2700]

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[@nosoyono1081]

Hand tighten only for the oil filter plus to lob the gasket only use fresh oil why because the old oil is dirty gritty that can cause it to leek

[@jheinze9167]

That is helpful information! Maybe u too should make a “how to” video. Since u clearly know all the do’s and dont’s

[@boebradley867]

the size of the oil pan plug is?

[@Resq28]

Hello, how do you clear the "change oils soon" warning? thanlk you

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

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[@lightningsmokerXx]

Atta boy, good filter & good oil. No fram nonsense.

[@jeremeytaylor2433]

He used synthetic? I have used nothing but conventional oil in mine since I started doing oil changes

[@anthonylee6322]

I've used both and mine seems to prefer the semi over the full. Why I don't know.

[@thekcsbestman0417]

I am having hard time unscrewing the drain plug. It's really in there for good. Any suggestion? Thank you

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

might have to use a cheater pipe. its a pipe that you slide over the wrench to give you more leverage. you can use a bigger wrench as a cheater also. Make sure its a really snug fit on bolt before attempting or you can strip it easy with the extra leverage .

[@thekcsbestman0417]

clsallinone Thank you so much! I have been fighting it for good 20 min. But just couldn't get it to nudge. Was very frustrating

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Master Best man your welcome. please subscribe thanks

[@jerrygriffith814]

Use a 6-point 15mm socket wrench, then tap it counter-clockwise with a hammer gently. I also have an 10" "breaker bar" and that works as well.

[@angelvelazquez62]

I see you use a K&N oil filter, do you prefer that over Motorcraft or are they equal?

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

they are pretty similar

[@ryansvloggingit5492]

I'm looking at a 2012 with 112000 in it are they reliable I have a 2002 Chevy trailblazer Ltz and have had no major issues got it at 60000 now have,130000

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Mine is a 2014 we like it a lot it has around 40k now but it has had absolutely no major issues at all. We have been very happy with ours

[@martinb554]

Thanks

[@mikeg1342]

did you reset the computer also ? where it said oil change soon on your cluster or it does it by itself thanks

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

+robert Gonzalez I had to reset dash here is a video on how to do it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqrMqoCZeK2djLM

[@79dogface]

ThT old oil looked like my coffee

[@JAWSFREE]

what size wrench?

[@melaniew77msn]

15mm

[@Terratiger]

Did my First Oil Change. Yaaay :). Thanks Guys.

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

good job

[@Terratiger]

+clsallinone Thank You :)

[@Terratiger]

+clsallinone I need some guidance. Today, the vehicle's Change Engine Oil Soon light came on. I thought it was an electronic alert due to cold weather but still decided to check the oil. It came up dry. I was confused. And then I thought maybe to run the engine while checking the dipstick. I saw some splatter of oil. Still not convinced, I drove to the nearest Oil Change place and after checking said I need to put in 6 quarts. I put in 5 quarts of Mobil Synthetic (75000 + mileage) when I did the change. I also changed my Air Filter to KN from the generic brand about 3 weeks ago. What could be wrong? Any suggestions? Thank you.

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Hello there did they add one more quart or another 6 quarts? And what is your main question you need help with?

[@Terratiger]

+clsallinone I have not added the oil yet. I bought two quarts but I wanted to ask if you had an idea what could be wrong. I should not be having oil issues after just 2000 miles. Thanks.

[@blackericdenice]

Take the filter off 1st because if u drop it, it will slash oil out the pan. U need to use the close end of the wrench because stupid people like to torque bolts.

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

yes good advice. unfortunately some stuff is just trial and error and you have to learn form your mistakes to get better.

[@blackericdenice]

clsallinone Yes sirrr.

[@rigoa5369]

Sup

[@luciocorreia5089]

it is a good video but we have ro start thinking about safty that I agree with you Steve