2012 Ford Explorer Tire Pressure & Sizes
On this page you can first find a list of the trims for the 2012 Ford Explorer along with the tire sizes you can expect to find on them.
Once you have your correct tire size you can then scroll down to the pressures chart and cross-reference it to find the recommended front and rear pressure rating.
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2012 Ford Explorer Trims
Ford Explorer models built during 2012 were offered in the following trims with these tire sizes fitted as standard.
| Trim Name | Tire Size/s |
|---|---|
| Base |
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| Limited |
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| XLT |
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2012 Explorer Tire Pressures By Size
Ford Explorer models built in 2012 with the following tire sizes are recommended to be kept at the following pressures.
| Tire Size | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
|
P245/60R18 104H "P" tires are designed for carrying "passengers" only |
35 PSI | 35 PSI |
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P245/65R17 105T "P" tires are designed for carrying "passengers" only |
35 PSI | 35 PSI |
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P255/50R20 104H "P" tires are designed for carrying "passengers" only |
35 PSI | 35 PSI |
What Do These Numbers Mean?
When comparing tires you will find that they display various numbers and codes along the edges.
These numbers help you choose the right tire (size and speed rating) for your car and the following image shows you what each of them mean:
