How to service the Engine Oil Cooler on Ford Explorer?

Service procedures for the Engine Oil Cooler must begin with the vehicle set to neutral and located on a hoist. The cooling system first requires draining followed by removal of the oil filter which becomes waste. The new oil filter requires tightening to 13 Nm (10 ft. lbs.). The next step requires disconnecting both hoses which connect the oil cooler to the inlet and heater. The threaded insert requires loosening before removing the oil cooler. For reinstallation you should tighten it to 57 Nm (42 ft. lbs.). To finish the procedure you must reinstall the new oil filter before checking the engine oil and filling to proper capacity.

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Ford Explorer Oil Cooler Part Number: BB3Z-6A642-A
$99.62 MSRP: $145.00
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- Other Name: Kit; Engine Oil Cooler
- Replaces: AG9Z-6A642-A
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2024 Ford Explorer
- 2012-2016 Ford Explorer | Base, DX, Limited, Police, Sport, XLT | 2.3L L4
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Ford Explorer Oil Cooler Part Number: 8A8Z-6A642-A
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- Other Name: Oil Cooler Assembly; Engine Oil Cooler
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Oil Cooler Part Number: FL3Z-6A642-A
$88.85 MSRP: $134.02
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- Other Name: Oil Cooler Assembly; Engine Oil Cooler
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- 2020-2025 Ford Explorer | King Ranch, Platinum, ST | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Oil Cooler Part Number: L1MZ-6A642-B
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- Other Name: Oil Cooler Assembly; Engine Oil Cooler
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- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited Hybrid, Platinum Hybrid | 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Ford Explorer Oil Cooler Part Number: 1L2Z-6A642-FA
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- Other Name: Oil Cooler Assembly; Engine Oil Cooler
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 2002-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, Postal, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Oil Cooler Part Number: F87Z6A642CA
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- Other Name: Oil Cooler Assembly; Engine Oil Cooler
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 1996-2001 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS

Ford Explorer Engine Oil Cooler

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The Engine Oil Cooler for Ford Explorer is designed to help the engine oil stay at the appropriate temperature so that it will always have desirable protective properties. The Engine Oil Cooler regulates the temperature of the oil in a motorized vehicle. It helps in raising the temperature of the oil quickly to make it operational. However, at the same time, it also controls the peak temperature of the oil. This happens under heavy loads because of routing the oil through an oil-to-water heat exchanger connected to the cooling system. The cooler pulls excess heat from the oil to the engine coolant, which is then dissipated to the air by the radiator. The Engine Oil Cooler helps to prevent the breakdown of engine oil due to high temperature caused by prolonged use when the Explorer is towing heavy trailers or being driven in hot weather. The water side cooling paths of the component must not become blocked, as they will reduce performance and raise oil temperatures. Corrosion within the unit may also lead to leaks that mix oil with coolant. As a result, if the general cooling system is in good condition, then a functioning Ford Explorer Engine Oil Cooler helps to stabilize the viscosity of the oil, protect the internal parts, and ultimately add to Ford Explorer engine durability. Regularly checking the Engine Oil Cooler will help to prevent Ford oil temperature spikes.

Ford Explorer Engine Oil Cooler Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to service the Engine Oil Cooler on Ford Explorer?
A:
Service procedures for the Engine Oil Cooler must begin with the vehicle set to neutral and located on a hoist. The cooling system first requires draining followed by removal of the oil filter which becomes waste. The new oil filter requires tightening to 13 Nm (10 ft. lbs.). The next step requires disconnecting both hoses which connect the oil cooler to the inlet and heater. The threaded insert requires loosening before removing the oil cooler. For reinstallation you should tighten it to 57 Nm (42 ft. lbs.). To finish the procedure you must reinstall the new oil filter before checking the engine oil and filling to proper capacity.