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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9
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Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil dipstick 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power distribution box 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 228 Air filter assembly 9. Battery 7. Engine oil filler cap 3.
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil dipstick 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power distribution box 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 228 Air filter assembly 9. Battery 7. Engine oil filler cap 3.
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Power distribution box 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Air filter assembly 9. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Maintenance and Specifications 4.6L V8 engine 1 2 3 4 5 9 8 7 6 1. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 229 Engine oil dipstick 3. Battery 6.
Power distribution box 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Air filter assembly 9. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Maintenance and Specifications 4.6L V8 engine 1 2 3 4 5 9 8 7 6 1. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 229 Engine oil dipstick 3. Battery 6.
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...is removed for information on other Ford approved methods of these guidelines when using snow tires or traction devices may be used on the engine decal. 262 Follow these or SAE class "S" tire cables. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine Air filter element FA-1695 FA-1695 ...Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Battery BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Oil filter FL-820S FL-820S PCV valve EV-243 F6ZE-6C324-CA Spark plugs* AGSF-22PP ** AWSF...
...is removed for information on other Ford approved methods of these guidelines when using snow tires or traction devices may be used on the engine decal. 262 Follow these or SAE class "S" tire cables. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine Air filter element FA-1695 FA-1695 ...Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Battery BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Oil filter FL-820S FL-820S PCV valve EV-243 F6ZE-6C324-CA Spark plugs* AGSF-22PP ** AWSF...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 224 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Brake fluid reservoir 5. Battery 7. Air filter assembly 9. Power distribution box 6. Engine oil dipstick 4. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil filler cap 3.
Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 224 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Brake fluid reservoir 5. Battery 7. Air filter assembly 9. Power distribution box 6. Engine oil dipstick 4. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil filler cap 3.
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Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 6. Maintenance and Specifications 4.6L V8 engine 1 2 3 4 5 9 8 7 6 1. Power distribution box 5. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Air filter assembly 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 225 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Engine oil dipstick 3. Power steering fluid reservoir 7.
Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 6. Maintenance and Specifications 4.6L V8 engine 1 2 3 4 5 9 8 7 6 1. Power distribution box 5. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Air filter assembly 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 225 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Engine oil dipstick 3. Power steering fluid reservoir 7.
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... and retighten them. Maintenance and Specifications • Cables or chains should only be used on the engine decal. 259 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If a spark plug needs to be reinstalled in ...gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for information on your vehicle. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine FA-1695 FA-1695 FG-986B... not use only spark plugs with tire cables or chains on other Ford approved methods of traction control.
... and retighten them. Maintenance and Specifications • Cables or chains should only be used on the engine decal. 259 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If a spark plug needs to be reinstalled in ...gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for information on your vehicle. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine FA-1695 FA-1695 FG-986B... not use only spark plugs with tire cables or chains on other Ford approved methods of traction control.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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... tires for wear and rotate Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 11 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 10,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles...
... tires for wear and rotate Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 11 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 10,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles...
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... Normal Schedule 15,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect ...air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003...
... Normal Schedule 15,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect ...air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003...
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...recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake... and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S,...
...recorded. 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake... and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S,...
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... Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 15 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport...
... Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 15 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport...
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... recommended for wear. Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 45,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick... linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
... recommended for wear. Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 45,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick... linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped 16 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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...: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 50,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 17 2003 Universal Service...
...: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 50,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 17 2003 Universal Service...
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..., Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles... Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
..., Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 60,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles... Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) 18 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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Normal Schedule Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Lubricate 4X2...
Normal Schedule Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Lubricate 4X2...
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...for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and ...lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003...
...for wear and rotate Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change green engine coolant, if equipped Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and ...lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003...
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...recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 90,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake... and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S,...
...recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 90,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake... and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S,...
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... 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 95,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport...
... 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Additional services for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 95,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport...
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Rotation recommended for : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page...under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine ...
Rotation recommended for : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page...under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine ...