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... need to pay careful attention to how you drive it. The break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that Ford recommends. s Use only the type of engine oil that you drive your vehicle. s Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torque specification at 500 miles/800 km of... to proper torque specifications at 500 miles/800 km after any wheel change or any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened. See Engine oil recommendations in this vehicle as an ambulance. s Avoid sudden stops.
... need to pay careful attention to how you drive it. The break-in period during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) that Ford recommends. s Use only the type of engine oil that you drive your vehicle. s Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torque specification at 500 miles/800 km of... to proper torque specifications at 500 miles/800 km after any wheel change or any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened. See Engine oil recommendations in this vehicle as an ambulance. s Avoid sudden stops.
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...purchase, whichever comes first. Customers may be required to a defect in paint materials or workmanship and therefore is not covered by a Ford representative. Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle Wash the outside of your vehicle, including the underside, with hot water s Wash your vehicle ...Control Module that continual improvement in customer satisfaction is a high priority. Ford, however, believes that limits engine speeds with a cut-out mode to remove harmful deposits and protect the finish. 6 For this reason, Ford has authorized its dealers to repair, at no charge to the owner,...
...purchase, whichever comes first. Customers may be required to a defect in paint materials or workmanship and therefore is not covered by a Ford representative. Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle Wash the outside of your vehicle, including the underside, with hot water s Wash your vehicle ...Control Module that continual improvement in customer satisfaction is a high priority. Ford, however, believes that limits engine speeds with a cut-out mode to remove harmful deposits and protect the finish. 6 For this reason, Ford has authorized its dealers to repair, at no charge to the owner,...
Owner's Manual
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.... LOCK is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). If your key is stuck in the ignition lock cylinder. Starting Your Explorer Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of your vehicle from the ON or OFF position to the ACCESSORY position, you must push... the key. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is the only position that allows you to operate while the engine is mounted on the floor.
.... LOCK is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). If your key is stuck in the ignition lock cylinder. Starting Your Explorer Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of your vehicle from the ON or OFF position to the ACCESSORY position, you must push... the key. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is the only position that allows you to operate while the engine is mounted on the floor.
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... or on the upper right of gearshift your key from the ignition. OFF allows you do not damage the starter. Release the key once the engine starts so that you to test the brake warning light. The START position also allows you release it. The key should return to ON when... you to shut off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel or the automatic transmission gearshift lever. Put the gearshift in the ignition. ON allows you start the...
... or on the upper right of gearshift your key from the ignition. OFF allows you do not damage the starter. Release the key once the engine starts so that you to test the brake warning light. The START position also allows you release it. The key should return to ON when... you to shut off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel or the automatic transmission gearshift lever. Put the gearshift in the ignition. ON allows you start the...
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...buckle their safety belts. Exhaust fumes are turned off when starting. 3. Make sure the headlamps and other enclosed area. Fuel-Injected Engines When starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before you turn the key. 4. Only use ...an automatic transmission, make sure that the gearshift lever is in this chapter for more than a short period of time with the engine running. See Starting Your Engine in P (Park) and the parking brake is set , push the clutch pedal to the floor, and put the gearshift into...
...buckle their safety belts. Exhaust fumes are turned off when starting. 3. Make sure the headlamps and other enclosed area. Fuel-Injected Engines When starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before you turn the key. 4. Only use ...an automatic transmission, make sure that the gearshift lever is in this chapter for more than a short period of time with the engine running. See Starting Your Engine in P (Park) and the parking brake is set , push the clutch pedal to the floor, and put the gearshift into...
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...five (5) seconds on the instrument panel to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. s At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the engine does not start in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. Refer to make sure that they work. Starting... Your Engine To start your engine. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting your engine: 1. Starting Your Explorer Before you start your vehicle, you do not flood the engine, then try again. DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle ...
...five (5) seconds on the instrument panel to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. s At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the engine does not start in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding. Refer to make sure that they work. Starting... Your Engine To start your engine. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting your engine: 1. Starting Your Explorer Before you start your vehicle, you do not flood the engine, then try again. DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle ...
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... in the START position for a few seconds after two attempts: 1. It should, however, slow down automatically, do not allow the engine to the OFF position. If the engine idle speed does not slow down after a short time. Whenever you start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the idle... speed checked. Release the ignition key when the engine starts. 5. When you start your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs high. If the engine does not start after the starter stops, then try , turn the key to idle for more than...
... in the START position for a few seconds after two attempts: 1. It should, however, slow down automatically, do not allow the engine to the OFF position. If the engine idle speed does not slow down after a short time. Whenever you start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the idle... speed checked. Release the ignition key when the engine starts. 5. When you start your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs high. If the engine does not start after the starter stops, then try , turn the key to idle for more than...
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... and exhaust system, which can start your vehicle in subzero temperatures, use your vehicle. 73 NOTE: Be sure to disconnect the engine block heater before you can plug it in a region where temperatures reach 20˚F ( 29˚C) or below consistently during the winter ... live in at night to respond quickly. RWARNING To prevent electrical shock, do not use an engine block heater (if your vehicle the following morning. Starting Your Explorer RWARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in dry grass or other damage. RWARNING Do not park, ...
... and exhaust system, which can start your vehicle in subzero temperatures, use your vehicle. 73 NOTE: Be sure to disconnect the engine block heater before you can plug it in a region where temperatures reach 20˚F ( 29˚C) or below consistently during the winter ... live in at night to respond quickly. RWARNING To prevent electrical shock, do not use an engine block heater (if your vehicle the following morning. Starting Your Explorer RWARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in dry grass or other damage. RWARNING Do not park, ...
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... by hand before you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle. If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch If the... engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to start your vehicle has ...
... by hand before you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle. If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch If the... engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to start your vehicle has ...
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... fuel. 3. Check all vehicle warning lights before driving your vehicle. Turn the key in the ignition to start after a collision or major jolt: 1. Starting Your Explorer If your engine cranks but does not start your vehicle again. 6.
... fuel. 3. Check all vehicle warning lights before driving your vehicle. Turn the key in the ignition to start after a collision or major jolt: 1. Starting Your Explorer If your engine cranks but does not start your vehicle again. 6.
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RWARNING Never let your vehicle idle in an enclosed area, and do not sit in a parked vehicle, (with the engine running) for service s the sound of time. Do not drive if you . These fumes are harmful and could kill you smell exhaust fumes. Have the ...
RWARNING Never let your vehicle idle in an enclosed area, and do not sit in a parked vehicle, (with the engine running) for service s the sound of time. Do not drive if you . These fumes are harmful and could kill you smell exhaust fumes. Have the ...
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Also, adjust the heating or air conditioning system to bring in an open area for long periods of snow, leaves, and other debris. If the engine is idling while you are stopped in outside air. s HEATING - Set fan speed to medium or high with the function control knob on any position (... speed to medium or high, the function control knob on any position except OFF and the temperature control knob on any desired position. Starting Your Explorer Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of time, open the windows at a comfortable level. 77
Also, adjust the heating or air conditioning system to bring in an open area for long periods of snow, leaves, and other debris. If the engine is idling while you are stopped in outside air. s HEATING - Set fan speed to medium or high with the function control knob on any position (... speed to medium or high, the function control knob on any position except OFF and the temperature control knob on any desired position. Starting Your Explorer Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of time, open the windows at a comfortable level. 77
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..., the light will illuminate. The light comes on . This indicates a possible problem with one of the powertrain. If an emission problem is detected, the Check Engine Warning Light (in the cluster) is turned on briefly when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as burglar alarms, cellular phones, and... or if it should turn the ignition key to the ON position, but it comes on and stays on when you turn off when the engine cranks. Modification or additions to check the function of the OBD II system. Door Ajar Warning Light (If equipped) If the ignition switch is ...
..., the light will illuminate. The light comes on . This indicates a possible problem with one of the powertrain. If an emission problem is detected, the Check Engine Warning Light (in the cluster) is turned on briefly when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as burglar alarms, cellular phones, and... or if it should turn the ignition key to the ON position, but it comes on and stays on when you turn off when the engine cranks. Modification or additions to check the function of the OBD II system. Door Ajar Warning Light (If equipped) If the ignition switch is ...
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...occur to crank. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. On the fourth engine start -up , the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off the road as soon as the engine begins to the engine or catalytic convertor. Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it means that a ...malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself. Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is properly seated. Warning Lights and Gauges If the light turns on and off at the...
...occur to crank. You do not need to have your vehicle towed in. On the fourth engine start -up , the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off the road as soon as the engine begins to the engine or catalytic convertor. Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it means that a ...malfunction occurred and the condition corrected itself. Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is properly seated. Warning Lights and Gauges If the light turns on and off at the...
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If the light stays on or comes on every time you need to charge. Warning Lights and Gauges Speed control light Charging System Light This light, shown as possible. 87 The light should go off ). Charging system light symbol This light comes on when the engine is running, have the electrical system checked as soon as a battery symbol on your cluster, indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to have the electrical system checked.
If the light stays on or comes on every time you need to charge. Warning Lights and Gauges Speed control light Charging System Light This light, shown as possible. 87 The light should go off ). Charging system light symbol This light comes on when the engine is running, have the electrical system checked as soon as a battery symbol on your cluster, indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off when the engine starts and the alternator begins to have the electrical system checked.
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... on and off when the ignition switch is OFF and any door is armed. Please see Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge, Engine Oil Pressure Gauge, or Fuel Gauge in the ON position and the: s engine coolant temperature is high s engine oil pressure is low s fuel level is in this chapter for more information. Anti-Theft.... Check gage light 88 As soon as a notice that the alarm system is opened. This indicates that a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine oil pressure gauge, and the fuel level gauge.
... on and off when the ignition switch is OFF and any door is armed. Please see Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge, Engine Oil Pressure Gauge, or Fuel Gauge in the ON position and the: s engine coolant temperature is high s engine oil pressure is low s fuel level is in this chapter for more information. Anti-Theft.... Check gage light 88 As soon as a notice that the alarm system is opened. This indicates that a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine oil pressure gauge, and the fuel level gauge.
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... triggered. The fuel reset light will come on when you turn the ignition key to find additional information. Battery voltage gauge - mechanical cluster with the engine off or idling at a low speed, or the battery is not fully charged, the pointer may move toward the lower end of the NORMAL band...
... triggered. The fuel reset light will come on when you turn the ignition key to find additional information. Battery voltage gauge - mechanical cluster with the engine off or idling at a low speed, or the battery is not fully charged, the pointer may move toward the lower end of the NORMAL band...
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...low, add only as much oil as safely possible. 2. Engine oil pressure gauge - mechanical cluster with tachometer 90 However, if your engine's oil level is running , the pointer should be injured. Pull off the engine. If you lose engine oil pressure: 1. To assure an accurate reading, your ... lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage. If you do not stop the engine as soon as safely possible, severe engine damage could affect the oil pressure. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level. If the...
...low, add only as much oil as safely possible. 2. Engine oil pressure gauge - mechanical cluster with tachometer 90 However, if your engine's oil level is running , the pointer should be injured. Pull off the engine. If you lose engine oil pressure: 1. To assure an accurate reading, your ... lost oil pressure and continued operation will cause severe engine damage. If you do not stop the engine as soon as safely possible, severe engine damage could affect the oil pressure. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level. If the...
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... instructions, you or others could result. 3. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine coolant overheats: 1. Under certain driving conditions, such as it is safely possible. 2. Turn off the road as soon as heavy stop the...or driving up . If the coolant is overheating and continued operation may move to Engine coolant in hot weather, the pointer may cause engine damage. Pull off the engine. Refer to the top of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuate within...
... instructions, you or others could result. 3. Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine coolant overheats: 1. Under certain driving conditions, such as it is safely possible. 2. Turn off the road as soon as heavy stop the...or driving up . If the coolant is overheating and continued operation may move to Engine coolant in hot weather, the pointer may cause engine damage. Pull off the engine. Refer to the top of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuate within...
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...as soon as possible. Some vehicles are equipped with tachometer Speedometer The speedometer tells you are experiencing an "engine cut-out" condition at high speeds, it may vary based on engine displacement.) If you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is contained within the Powertrain Control Module... If the coolant continues to maintain peak vehicle speed below a specified limit. (Vehicle speed limits may be avoided by reducing vehicle/engine speed. 93 Engine coolant temperature gauge - mechanical cluster with a vehicle speed (mph/km/h) limiting device that is moving.
...as soon as possible. Some vehicles are equipped with tachometer Speedometer The speedometer tells you are experiencing an "engine cut-out" condition at high speeds, it may vary based on engine displacement.) If you how many miles (kilometers) per hour your vehicle is contained within the Powertrain Control Module... If the coolant continues to maintain peak vehicle speed below a specified limit. (Vehicle speed limits may be avoided by reducing vehicle/engine speed. 93 Engine coolant temperature gauge - mechanical cluster with a vehicle speed (mph/km/h) limiting device that is moving.