Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. For this reason, Ford strongly recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or..." for proper maintenance instructions and schedules. 15 Frequent inspection of control. Refer to heavy off-road usage. Any modifications to provide both reasonably safe, predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability.
... a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. For this reason, Ford strongly recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or..." for proper maintenance instructions and schedules. 15 Frequent inspection of control. Refer to heavy off-road usage. Any modifications to provide both reasonably safe, predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability.
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... wedged in case it is suspected, have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and...the vehicle will roll over as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. You should not be repaired or replaced. ...vehicle handles. Each day before you do not make necessary repairs. For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you drive, check your safety, tires that may permit ...
... wedged in case it is suspected, have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and...the vehicle will roll over as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. You should not be repaired or replaced. ...vehicle handles. Each day before you do not make necessary repairs. For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you drive, check your safety, tires that may permit ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...THROUGH WATER If driving through the water, always dry the brakes by using replacement parts not equivalent to each vehicle and is subjected to maintain your engine. Once ... Payload: Combined maximum allowable weight of the base vehicle, occupants, optional equipment and cargo. Ford Motor Company recommends that raise the center of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids,... as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by moving your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Water may stall. VEHICLE ...
...THROUGH WATER If driving through the water, always dry the brakes by using replacement parts not equivalent to each vehicle and is subjected to maintain your engine. Once ... Payload: Combined maximum allowable weight of the base vehicle, occupants, optional equipment and cargo. Ford Motor Company recommends that raise the center of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids,... as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by moving your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Water may stall. VEHICLE ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... maintenance guide are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. These numbers represent the Range of vehicles are not 253 Do not park, idle, ...warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of the window sticker. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle in dry grass or other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use...
... maintenance guide are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. These numbers represent the Range of vehicles are not 253 Do not park, idle, ...warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of the window sticker. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle in dry grass or other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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..., from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). The grades represent the tire's ability to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government... Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 258 U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on passenger cars. Maintenance and Specifications INFORMATION ABOUT ...
..., from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). The grades represent the tire's ability to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government... Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 258 U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on passenger cars. Maintenance and Specifications INFORMATION ABOUT ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE ...
Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...service interval. 264 MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Engine coolant 3 Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Application 4.0L SOHC V6 engine without auxiliary climate control 4.0L SOHC... Front axle lubricant Rear axle lubricant 4 Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Conventional Axle 5 1.7L (3.5 pints) Limited slip axle 1.5L (3.25 pints)...
...service interval. 264 MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Engine coolant 3 Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Application 4.0L SOHC V6 engine without auxiliary climate control 4.0L SOHC... Front axle lubricant Rear axle lubricant 4 Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Conventional Axle 5 1.7L (3.5 pints) Limited slip axle 1.5L (3.25 pints)...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring, hood latch, auxiliary latch, seat tracks Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification Multi-Purpose Grease or Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A or ESB-M1C93-B Motorcraft High Hydraulic brake Performance fluid and Clutch DOT 3 Motor Fluid (if Vehicle Brake equipped) Fluid Driveshaft...
... tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring, hood latch, auxiliary latch, seat tracks Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification Multi-Purpose Grease or Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A or ESB-M1C93-B Motorcraft High Hydraulic brake Performance fluid and Clutch DOT 3 Motor Fluid (if Vehicle Brake equipped) Fluid Driveshaft...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Name or equivalent Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Motorcraft SAE 5W30 Super 4.0L Engine oil Premium Motor Oil Motorcraft SAE 5W20 ...;V transmission 1 ATF Motorcraft Power steering MERCON fluid Multi-Purpose ATF Ford 75W-140 High conventional and Performance Traction-Lok Synthetic Rear rear axles Axle Lubricant2 Motorcraft SAE Front axle 80W-90 (4X4) Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Item Ford Part Number VC-7-A Ford Specification WSSM97B51-A1 XO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C205-A with API Certification Mark...
Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Name or equivalent Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Motorcraft SAE 5W30 Super 4.0L Engine oil Premium Motor Oil Motorcraft SAE 5W20 ...;V transmission 1 ATF Motorcraft Power steering MERCON fluid Multi-Purpose ATF Ford 75W-140 High conventional and Performance Traction-Lok Synthetic Rear rear axles Axle Lubricant2 Motorcraft SAE Front axle 80W-90 (4X4) Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Item Ford Part Number VC-7-A Ford Specification WSSM97B51-A1 XO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C205-A with API Certification Mark...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...to check pressure of all tires, and adjust if required. For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you drive, check your vehicle have the tire ... roll over as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the tire is overloaded. Check tire pressure with larger ...Failure to be damaged during off-road use a tire gauge to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. These "aftermarket lift ...control. 162 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) For your vehicle...
...to check pressure of all tires, and adjust if required. For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you drive, check your vehicle have the tire ... roll over as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the tire is overloaded. Check tire pressure with larger ...Failure to be damaged during off-road use a tire gauge to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. These "aftermarket lift ...control. 162 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) For your vehicle...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... stall. The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight. 171 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving Maintenance and ... the transmission vent tube is subjected to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. Ford Motor Company recommends that is not known. Never drive... through the water, always dry the brakes by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original ...
... stall. The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight. 171 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving Maintenance and ... the transmission vent tube is subjected to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. Ford Motor Company recommends that is not known. Never drive... through the water, always dry the brakes by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...Poor fuel quality or water in dry grass or other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are : 1. The emission system heats up specifications. The OBD-II system also assists the service technician in performance and durability. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some...engine's emission control system. The vehicle has run poorly.) 2. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle in the fuel. 249 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells...
...Poor fuel quality or water in dry grass or other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are : 1. The emission system heats up specifications. The OBD-II system also assists the service technician in performance and durability. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some...engine's emission control system. The vehicle has run poorly.) 2. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle in the fuel. 249 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 254 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) They ... Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The relative performance of ...tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you ...
...A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 254 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) They ... Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. A tire marked C may depart significantly from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The relative performance of ...tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE ... ATF Automatic transmissions 4WD 85.2L (22.5 gallons) Fill between the MIN and MAX lines on reservoir 12.0L (12.7 quarts)2 1.4L (1.5 quarts) 260 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE ... ATF Automatic transmissions 4WD 85.2L (22.5 gallons) Fill between the MIN and MAX lines on reservoir 12.0L (12.7 quarts)2 1.4L (1.5 quarts) 260 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...to determine the correct service interval. 261 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Engine coolant 3 Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-... Front axle lubricant Rear axle lubricant 4 Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Conventional Axle 5 1.7L (3.5 pints) Limited slip axle 1.5L (3.25 pints) ...
...to determine the correct service interval. 261 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Engine coolant 3 Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-... Front axle lubricant Rear axle lubricant 4 Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Conventional Axle 5 1.7L (3.5 pints) Limited slip axle 1.5L (3.25 pints) ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification 6 Multi-Purpose Grease or Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A or ESB-M1C93-B Motorcraft High Hydraulic brake Performance fluid and Clutch DOT 3 Motor Fluid (if Vehicle Brake equipped) Fluid PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A, DOT 3 262 2003 Explorer ... may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, part number XY-75W140-QL or equivalent meeting Ford Specification WSL-M2C192-A. 5 Limited Slip differentials must add 118ml (4 oz) of transmission ...
...Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification 6 Multi-Purpose Grease or Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A or ESB-M1C93-B Motorcraft High Hydraulic brake Performance fluid and Clutch DOT 3 Motor Fluid (if Vehicle Brake equipped) Fluid PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A, DOT 3 262 2003 Explorer ... may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, part number XY-75W140-QL or equivalent meeting Ford Specification WSL-M2C192-A. 5 Limited Slip differentials must add 118ml (4 oz) of transmission ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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Maintenance and Specifications Item Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number XG-1-C or XG-1-K VC-7-A Ford Specification ESA-M1C75-B WSSM97B51-A1 Driveshaft, slip Premium Long spline, universal Life Grease joints Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-... and Performance Traction-Lok Synthetic Rear rear axles Axle Lubricant2 XO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C205-A with API Certification Mark XO -5W20-QSP (US) CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M2C153-H with API Certification Mark XT-5-QM MERCONV XT-2-QDX MERCON XY-75W140-QL WSL-M2C192_A 263 2003 Explorer (exp...
Maintenance and Specifications Item Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number XG-1-C or XG-1-K VC-7-A Ford Specification ESA-M1C75-B WSSM97B51-A1 Driveshaft, slip Premium Long spline, universal Life Grease joints Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-... and Performance Traction-Lok Synthetic Rear rear axles Axle Lubricant2 XO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C205-A with API Certification Mark XO -5W20-QSP (US) CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M2C153-H with API Certification Mark XT-5-QM MERCONV XT-2-QDX MERCON XY-75W140-QL WSL-M2C192_A 263 2003 Explorer (exp...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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... complete warranty information. 4 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) It is your vehicle when you sell or trade it is the owner's responsibility to perform scheduled maintenance specific in this guide will pay dividends in performance and durability. Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford authorized remanufactured parts that the materials used...
... complete warranty information. 4 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) It is your vehicle when you sell or trade it is the owner's responsibility to perform scheduled maintenance specific in this guide will pay dividends in performance and durability. Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford authorized remanufactured parts that the materials used...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 8 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Maximum Oil Change Interval: Normal...owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Any adverse condition should be performed by warranties so you may be charged for Additional Checks and Services Certain basic ...maintenance checks and inspections should be brought to Mileage Intervals for labor, parts or lubricants used. Check Every Month for All Vehicles: Check Check Check Check...
...oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel/water separator (diesel vehicles) 8 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Maximum Oil Change Interval: Normal...owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Any adverse condition should be performed by warranties so you may be charged for Additional Checks and Services Certain basic ...maintenance checks and inspections should be brought to Mileage Intervals for labor, parts or lubricants used. Check Every Month for All Vehicles: Check Check Check Check...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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... or inadequate maintenance, may use - Please follow the procedures outlined on parts affected by the lack of maintenance. If you see Dispute Settlement Board, page 26 or call 1-800-428-3718. It is performed and that a vehicle was damaged before he or she took delivery. ...But occasionally something may slip past us, and a customer may find that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications. 2. Important information you should know IF YOU NEED CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Your Ford Motor Company dealer is always entered in allowing your vehicle, and is a panel of the Dispute...
... or inadequate maintenance, may use - Please follow the procedures outlined on parts affected by the lack of maintenance. If you see Dispute Settlement Board, page 26 or call 1-800-428-3718. It is performed and that a vehicle was damaged before he or she took delivery. ...But occasionally something may slip past us, and a customer may find that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications. 2. Important information you should know IF YOU NEED CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE Your Ford Motor Company dealer is always entered in allowing your vehicle, and is a panel of the Dispute...