Maintenance: Changing Front Struts
You’re familiar with that new car feeling, where the vehicle feels firmly planted and smoothly absorbs all the bumps. At 55k miles and with plenty …
Maintenance
Maintenance: Changing Front Rotors and Brake Pads
While inspecting my vehicle, I noticed grooves on both my front and rear rotors. Even though my braking system was functioning properly, it was clear …
Maintenance: Changing Rear Rotors and Brake Pads
I noticed some grooves on the front and rear rotor for my 2017 Explorer Platinum. Since this car was originally from the East coast, most …
Maintenance: Changing the PTU Fluid
While the PTU fluid in a 2017 Ford Explorer Platinum is considered a lifetime fluid, many owners recommend changing it every 30,000 miles. With 55,000 …
Maintenance: Changing Engine Oil
Ford recommends changing the engine oil on the 2017 Explorer Platinum as indicated by the oil life monitor, and not exceeding 10,000 miles or 12 …
Maintenance: Drain and Fill Radiator Fluid
Ford’s maintenance schedule recommends replacing the coolant at 100,000 miles and again at 150,000 miles. My car currently has 55,000 miles on it, and the …