Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
Page 568
...8226; Cables or chains should only be used on other Ford approved methods of traction control. If you currently have all-weather treads to be replaced, use only spark plugs with tire cables or chains on the engine decal. 262 If a spark plug needs to provide traction in rain and snow. If ...this does not work, remove the cables or chains to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for more information on your vehicle have on your vehicle. • Remove the cables or chains when they are no...
...8226; Cables or chains should only be used on other Ford approved methods of traction control. If you currently have all-weather treads to be replaced, use only spark plugs with tire cables or chains on the engine decal. 262 If a spark plug needs to provide traction in rain and snow. If ...this does not work, remove the cables or chains to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for more information on your vehicle have on your vehicle. • Remove the cables or chains when they are no...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
Page 573
...to your scheduled maintenance guide to the rear axle whenever the axle has been serviced. ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 245 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) EDIS 9.7:1 4.6L V8 engine 281 87 octane ... Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A to determine the correct service interval. Maintenance and Specifications Item Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF Ford Part Number Ford Specification MERCON Transfer case (4X4) ...
...to your scheduled maintenance guide to the rear axle whenever the axle has been serviced. ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 245 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) EDIS 9.7:1 4.6L V8 engine 281 87 octane ... Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A to determine the correct service interval. Maintenance and Specifications Item Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF Ford Part Number Ford Specification MERCON Transfer case (4X4) ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
Page 585
...-114 Safety seats for children ...129 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...105 Seats ...95 child safety seats ...129 heated ...99 memory seat ...84, 98 Snowplowing ...7 Spark plugs, specifications ...262, 267-268 Special notice ambulance conversions ...7 utility-type vehicles ...7 Specification chart, lubricants ...265, 267 Speed control ...54 Starting a flex fuel vehicle ...141 Starting...
...-114 Safety seats for children ...129 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...105 Seats ...95 child safety seats ...129 heated ...99 memory seat ...84, 98 Snowplowing ...7 Spark plugs, specifications ...262, 267-268 Special notice ambulance conversions ...7 utility-type vehicles ...7 Specification chart, lubricants ...265, 267 Speed control ...54 Starting a flex fuel vehicle ...141 Starting...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
Page 259
...or chains when they are no longer needed. • Do not use only spark plugs with tire cables or chains on your dealer for inspection, it must be used on other Ford approved methods of traction control. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter ... number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal. 259 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If a spark plug needs to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for information on the rear wheels. • Install...
...or chains when they are no longer needed. • Do not use only spark plugs with tire cables or chains on your dealer for inspection, it must be used on other Ford approved methods of traction control. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter ... number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal. 259 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If a spark plug needs to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for information on the rear wheels. • Install...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
Page 265
Maintenance and Specifications Engine Spark plug gap 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) EDIS 9.7:1 4.6L V8 engine 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) EDIS 9.4:1 Ignition system Compression ratio VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Dimensions (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (5) Overall length Overall width Maximum height* Wheelbase Track width, front Track width, rear 4-Door 4x2 or 4x4 XLT Model mm (in.) 4817 (189.6) 1831 (72.1) 1826 (71.9) 2889 (113.7) 1547 (60.9) 1556.5 (61.3) * Height includes roof rack and P255/70R16 tire 4 1 265 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications Engine Spark plug gap 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) EDIS 9.7:1 4.6L V8 engine 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) EDIS 9.4:1 Ignition system Compression ratio VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Dimensions (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (5) Overall length Overall width Maximum height* Wheelbase Track width, front Track width, rear 4-Door 4x2 or 4x4 XLT Model mm (in.) 4817 (189.6) 1831 (72.1) 1826 (71.9) 2889 (113.7) 1547 (60.9) 1556.5 (61.3) * Height includes roof rack and P255/70R16 tire 4 1 265 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner Guide 5th Printing
Page 276
... seat ...84, 97 Snowplowing ...7 Spark plugs, specifications ...259, 264-265 Special notice ambulance conversions ...7 utility-type vehicles ...7 Specification chart, lubricants ...262, 264 Speed control ...54 Starting a flex fuel vehicle ...139 Starting your vehicle ...137, 139 jump starting ...200 Steering wheel controls ...58 tilting ...47 T Tilt steering wheel ...47 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post...
... seat ...84, 97 Snowplowing ...7 Spark plugs, specifications ...259, 264-265 Special notice ambulance conversions ...7 utility-type vehicles ...7 Specification chart, lubricants ...262, 264 Speed control ...54 Starting a flex fuel vehicle ...139 Starting your vehicle ...137, 139 jump starting ...200 Steering wheel controls ...58 tilting ...47 T Tilt steering wheel ...47 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
Page 25
Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and record page 48) Replace ...minder, replace filter as required Additional services for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt... : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and record page 48) Replace ...minder, replace filter as required Additional services for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt... : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
Page 38
Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs Change transfer case fluid As required Replace cabin air filter Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Every 3,000 miles or 3 months ... the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs 38 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
Special Operating Conditions Special Operating Conditions Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs Change transfer case fluid As required Replace cabin air filter Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Every 3,000 miles or 3 months ... the time or greater (flex fuel vehicles only) Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs 38 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
Page 18
...Ford Motor Company may deny you warranty coverage if your Owner Guide and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide; Engine Charger • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System • PCV System and Oil Filler Cap • Powertrain Control Module • Secondary Air Injection System • Spark Control Components • Spark Plugs... occurs first). or (b) the time or mileage limits of parts, above. WHAT IS NOT COVERED? Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of parts covered by the two emissions warranties are all emissions-related bulbs...
...Ford Motor Company may deny you warranty coverage if your Owner Guide and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide; Engine Charger • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System • PCV System and Oil Filler Cap • Powertrain Control Module • Secondary Air Injection System • Spark Control Components • Spark Plugs... occurs first). or (b) the time or mileage limits of parts, above. WHAT IS NOT COVERED? Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of parts covered by the two emissions warranties are all emissions-related bulbs...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
Page 22
...OBD) System • PCV System and Oil Filler Cap • Powertrain Control Module • Secondary Air Injection System • Spark Control Components • Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires • Synchronizer Assembly • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) • Turbocharger Assembly • Vehicle Communication Link ...(1) • Intercooler Assembly - The parts on the following list are covered by the Defects Warranties that apply to every California 2003-model vehicle, regardless of the GVWR* of the vehicle. * Gross Vehicle Weight Rating List of Parts Covered by Defects Warranties...
...OBD) System • PCV System and Oil Filler Cap • Powertrain Control Module • Secondary Air Injection System • Spark Control Components • Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires • Synchronizer Assembly • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) • Turbocharger Assembly • Vehicle Communication Link ...(1) • Intercooler Assembly - The parts on the following list are covered by the Defects Warranties that apply to every California 2003-model vehicle, regardless of the GVWR* of the vehicle. * Gross Vehicle Weight Rating List of Parts Covered by Defects Warranties...