The Best Oil and Transmission Coolers for a 2014 Ford Explorer

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Ive noticed that the Explorers that come with the OEM tow package have an oil cooler and the ones without the package do not. Would this be a necessary addition to my Explorer if Im adding a hitch?

asked by: Jarett P

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Expert Reply:

You do not have to add an oil cooler or supplemental transmission cooler if you do not want to. but Ford might require it to reach the maximum tow rating for your 2014 Ford Explorer. You will want to check the owners manual to determine if those items are required.

It would not be a bad idea to add them even if you do not have to. They will help protect and prolong the life of the vehicle motor and transmission.

I recommend a combination cooler # D15902 which is both a transmission and oil cooler in one. I have included a couple of links to the right with additional information on coolers.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

I looked up the towing capacity of your 1999 Ford Explorer 4.0 liter and it looks to have a capacity of 4,799 lb so towing a 1,500 lb trailer would not be an issue at all. If you wanted to install an oil and transmission cooler like the Derale part…

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On a 2014 Ford Explorer, the brake controller port is located by the steering column. The brake controller adapter you would need to use a Tekonsha brake controller like our best selling P2 part #90885 is the part #3035-P. For a brake controller I…

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According to the owner's manual, when activated by pressing the button, the Tow/Haul feature improves transmission operation by changing the shift points so that upshifts are delayed to keep the engine operating higher in its power band when the…

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The Derale #D15902 isn't a vehicle specific product, but you'll want to measure to see if there's available space for the heat exchanger. The best and most efficient place to mount the heat exchanger is directly behind the grille, in…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 10

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 11

I recommend going with the Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Ultimate Air Helper Springs #AL89DQ for hauling around an in-bed camper with your 2024 Ford F-350 Super Duty. I really like this kit because it has the higher 7,500 lb rating (which you don't…

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Answer 12

The best way to determine if your Explorer is equipped with the tow package is to check with your Ford dealer. They should be able to run the VIN and be able to tell you exactly how the vehicle was equipped. I'm assuming you're needing the…

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