2013 Ford Explorer Oil Change

These steps address the core needs of the Explorer’s 3.5-liter V6 engine. The visit also creates a service record that helps document routine maintenance. David McDavid Ford performs this service in Fort Worth with genuine Motorcraft parts when appropriate.

• Drain and refill with the specified oil grade and capacity
• Install a new oil filter
• Reset the oil-life monitor and check underhood fluids

Oil can degrade through mileage and time even when it does not look extremely dirty on the dipstick. Fresh oil supports lubrication in the Explorer’s V6 engine, particularly during startup and routine Fort Worth driving. An oil-change reminder or a mileage past the last service can signal that it is time to book an appointment.

• Helps carry heat away from internal engine components
• Helps suspend debris for removal through the filter
• Supports consistent lubrication during startup

These symptoms are useful prompts to arrange service, but they should not replace routine maintenance tracking. A low dipstick reading deserves attention because the engine needs the correct oil level for proper lubrication. David McDavid Ford can replace the oil and filter and log the visit against the vehicle’s history.

• Oil-change reminder illumination
• Dark or low oil on the dipstick
• Ticking or increased engine noise at startup

The service department supports routine maintenance and more involved repairs with OEM-trained mechanics, Ford Master Technicians, specialized equipment, and genuine Motorcraft parts. Customers can schedule service at the West Loop 820 facility.

• Fort Worth location: 300 West Loop 820 South
• Service scheduling is available online
• Ford Mobile Service supports select maintenance visits

Mobile technicians can also perform battery replacements, tire rotations, and recall updates in the driveway. Availability depends on the service and vehicle circumstances. For maintenance requiring facility equipment, customers can use the David McDavid Ford service department in Fort Worth.

• Oil changes can be performed at a home or office when eligible
• Battery replacement and tire rotation are also mobile options
• More extensive repairs can be handled at the dealership

The program allows the team to collect the vehicle, complete necessary maintenance, and return it to the customer. Customers who visit the facility can also use professional shuttle service, loaner vehicles, or the child-friendly waiting lounge with Wi-Fi, snacks, and beverages.

• Vehicle pickup and return are available through the program
• Loaner vehicles and shuttle service are available at the facility
• The waiting lounge includes Wi-Fi, snacks, and beverages

Across the four trims, output ranges from 290 to 350 horsepower and torque ranges from 255 to 350 lb-ft. The SUV is offered with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, depending on configuration. Fuel types across the trims include flex-fuel and regular unleaded.

• Engine layout: V6
• Engine size: 3.5 liters
• Transmission: six-speed automatic

The David McDavid Ford Service Department in Fort Worth is equipped for routine maintenance and complex mechanical work. Factory-certified technicians use specialized Ford tools and technology to support vehicle safety, warranty documentation, and long-term care.

• Routine oil and filter replacement
• Engine, electrical, transmission, and suspension service
• Recall updates and maintenance support

Oil loses part of its additive package and its ability to carry heat and debris through use and time, even when it does not appear extremely dirty. Drivers should respond to an oil-change reminder, dark or low oil on the dipstick, or a ticking or louder engine note at startup. David McDavid Ford can document the completed oil and filter replacement in the vehicle’s service history. Bring your 2013 Ford Explorer to David McDavid Ford in Fort Worth for an OEM-spec oil change — schedule service.

Oil changes matter because engine oil carries heat and debris while supporting lubrication at startup and during normal driving. Booking service gets the oil and filter replaced with the grade the engine specifies and the visit logged against the vehicle’s history. David McDavid Ford in Fort Worth also offers service specials and convenient maintenance options, including Ford Mobile Service for eligible visits. Schedule service or call 817-420-7990.

Fort Worth driving can include stop-and-go traffic, hot temperatures, dust, and towing or heavy-use duty cycles. Those conditions can increase the demands placed on engine oil and make consistent maintenance important. Customers can visit the West Loop 820 facility, use professional shuttle service, or ask about Ford Pickup & Delivery for eligible needs. Schedule an appointment or call 817-420-7990 for David McDavid Ford service in Fort Worth.