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... may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to check the bulb. Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. If any light remains on after the engine is first SOON turned to the ON position to make sure the ...bulb works. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 Service engine soon: The Service SERVICE engine soon indicator light ENGINE illuminates when the ignition is...
... may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to check the bulb. Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. If any light remains on after the engine is first SOON turned to the ON position to make sure the ...bulb works. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 Service engine soon: The Service SERVICE engine soon indicator light ENGINE illuminates when the ignition is...
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...the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is dangerous. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the fuel cap may occur. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to Fuel filler cap in...vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will take you longer to the ON position when the engine is illuminated. 11 Have the vehicle checked by your catalytic converter. Illumination after releasing the parking ...
...the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is dangerous. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the fuel cap may occur. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to Fuel filler cap in...vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will take you longer to the ON position when the engine is illuminated. 11 Have the vehicle checked by your catalytic converter. Illumination after releasing the parking ...
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... fasten your safety belt. Check gage (if equipped): Illuminates when any door is open. Hi temp low oil (if equipped): Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high or the engine oil pressure is at or near empty. Refer to engine coolant temperature gauge or engine oil pressure gauge in this light fails to flash or...
... fasten your safety belt. Check gage (if equipped): Illuminates when any door is open. Hi temp low oil (if equipped): Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high or the engine oil pressure is at or near empty. Refer to engine coolant temperature gauge or engine oil pressure gauge in this light fails to flash or...
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... when driving. 4. This position also unlocks 1 the steering wheel. 3. START, cranks the engine. Warning lights illuminated. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off the engine 3 and all accessories/locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever and allows key 2 removal. ...4 2. Release the key as soon as the radio to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. ACC, allows the electrical accessories...
... when driving. 4. This position also unlocks 1 the steering wheel. 3. START, cranks the engine. Warning lights illuminated. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off the engine 3 and all accessories/locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever and allows key 2 removal. ...4 2. Release the key as soon as the radio to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. ACC, allows the electrical accessories...
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...disable the AdvanceTrac stability enhancement and the engine power reduction portion of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac system, the warning indicator light in the pedal. • If the driving ...condition is turned off the AdvanceTrac stability enhancement feature will restore full engine power and will disable the ...
...disable the AdvanceTrac stability enhancement and the engine power reduction portion of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac system, the warning indicator light in the pedal. • If the driving ...condition is turned off the AdvanceTrac stability enhancement feature will restore full engine power and will disable the ...
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...gallon than two-wheel-drive operation. • Close windows for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy may...sticker is less fuel efficient than gasoline, you will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy ...; Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. ...
...gallon than two-wheel-drive operation. • Close windows for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy may...sticker is less fuel efficient than gasoline, you will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy ...; Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. ...
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... for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to your vehicle or engine. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which will enable your vehicle to comply with various ... system. The scheduled maintenance items listed in the scheduled maintenance guide are not 253 Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of operation and conditions. Exhaust leaks may vary depending...
... for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to your vehicle or engine. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which will enable your vehicle to comply with various ... system. The scheduled maintenance items listed in the scheduled maintenance guide are not 253 Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of operation and conditions. Exhaust leaks may vary depending...
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... has run out of the Instrument cluster chapter. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of the on-board diagnostics system. On board diagnostics (OBD-II) Your vehicle is...also assists the service technician in the fuel. 3. Examples are: 1. The fuel cap may not have your "Check Engine/Service Engine Soon" light is on or near the engine. Please consult your vehicle's emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on , refer to ...
... has run out of the Instrument cluster chapter. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of the on-board diagnostics system. On board diagnostics (OBD-II) Your vehicle is...also assists the service technician in the fuel. 3. Examples are: 1. The fuel cap may not have your "Check Engine/Service Engine Soon" light is on or near the engine. Please consult your vehicle's emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on , refer to ...
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...124 Air cleaner filter ...262 Air conditioning ...32 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...165 Ambulance packages ...7 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...238 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...143 Anti-theft system ...92 arming the system ...92 disarming a triggered......236 replacement, specifications ...262 servicing ...236 BeltMinder ...114 Brakes ...142 anti-lock ...143 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...143 fluid, checking and adding ...256 fluid, refill capacities ...263 fluid, specifications ...265, 267 lubricant specifications ..265, 267 parking ...143 shift interlock ...
...124 Air cleaner filter ...262 Air conditioning ...32 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...165 Ambulance packages ...7 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...238 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...143 Anti-theft system ...92 arming the system ...92 disarming a triggered......236 replacement, specifications ...262 servicing ...236 BeltMinder ...114 Brakes ...142 anti-lock ...143 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...143 fluid, checking and adding ...256 fluid, refill capacities ...263 fluid, specifications ...265, 267 lubricant specifications ..265, 267 parking ...143 shift interlock ...
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..., 262 fuel pump shut-off switch ...184 improving fuel economy ...249 octane rating ...247, 267-268 quality ...247 running lights ...37 flash to automotive fuels ...244 Fuel - Index Engine block heater ...142 Engine oil ...231 checking and adding ...231 dipstick ...231 filter, specifications ...234, 262 recommendations ...234 refill capacities ...263 specifications ...265, 267 Exhaust...
..., 262 fuel pump shut-off switch ...184 improving fuel economy ...249 octane rating ...247, 267-268 quality ...247 running lights ...37 flash to automotive fuels ...244 Fuel - Index Engine block heater ...142 Engine oil ...231 checking and adding ...231 dipstick ...231 filter, specifications ...234, 262 recommendations ...234 refill capacities ...263 specifications ...265, 267 Exhaust...
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...the ignition ...139 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart ...41 daytime running light ...37 fog lamps ...37 high beams ...38 instrument panel, dimming ...38 interior lamps ...40 Liftgate ...77, 83 278 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...143 Limited-slip... Lumbar support, seats ...99 M Manual transmission fluid capacities ...263 lubricant specifications ...267 Message center ...66 english/metric button ...71 system check button ...71 warning messages ...72 Mirrors ...51 automatic dimming rearview mirror ...50 fold away ...54 heated ...53 side view mirrors (power...
...the ignition ...139 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart ...41 daytime running light ...37 fog lamps ...37 high beams ...38 instrument panel, dimming ...38 interior lamps ...40 Liftgate ...77, 83 278 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...143 Limited-slip... Lumbar support, seats ...99 M Manual transmission fluid capacities ...263 lubricant specifications ...267 Message center ...66 english/metric button ...71 system check button ...71 warning messages ...72 Mirrors ...51 automatic dimming rearview mirror ...50 fold away ...54 heated ...53 side view mirrors (power...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...system inspected immediately. Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to 10 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If any light remains on after the engine is first SOON turned ...to the ON position to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may become serious enough to check the bulb.
...system inspected immediately. Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to 10 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If any light remains on after the engine is first SOON turned ...to the ON position to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may become serious enough to check the bulb.
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...by applying the parking brake when the ignition is illuminated. 11 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A significant decrease in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is dangerous. Driving a vehicle with this time, seek ...and have the system serviced immediately. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on may cause the Service engine soon light to stop the vehicle. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the fuel cap may FUEL not be inspected immediately by...
...by applying the parking brake when the ignition is illuminated. 11 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A significant decrease in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is dangerous. Driving a vehicle with this time, seek ...and have the system serviced immediately. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on may cause the Service engine soon light to stop the vehicle. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the fuel cap may FUEL not be inspected immediately by...
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...remains on, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 12 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A chime will also sound when a malfunction in this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to fasten your ...have the system serviced immediately. Check gage (if equipped): Illuminates when any door is open. CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the following conditions has occurred: • The engine coolant temperature is high. • The engine oil pressure is low. ...
...remains on, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 12 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A chime will also sound when a malfunction in this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to fasten your ...have the system serviced immediately. Check gage (if equipped): Illuminates when any door is open. CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the following conditions has occurred: • The engine coolant temperature is high. • The engine oil pressure is low. ...
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...unlocks 1 the steering wheel. 3. Warning lights illuminated. START, cranks the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off the engine 3 and all electrical circuits operational. Before... starting the vehicle: 1. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 137 2003 Explorer...
...unlocks 1 the steering wheel. 3. Warning lights illuminated. START, cranks the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off the engine 3 and all electrical circuits operational. Before... starting the vehicle: 1. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 137 2003 Explorer...
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...will stay on the brake, the brake pedal will be beneficial so the wheels are normal during this area. 144 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The speaker vibrations can adversely affect the AdvanceTrac... stability enhancement and the engine power reduction portion of the vehicle • The AdvanceTrac indicator light will flash • If your foot is on while the engine is running, have the system serviced immediately. Driving light with a message center,... of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check.
...will stay on the brake, the brake pedal will be beneficial so the wheels are normal during this area. 144 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The speaker vibrations can adversely affect the AdvanceTrac... stability enhancement and the engine power reduction portion of the vehicle • The AdvanceTrac indicator light will flash • If your foot is on while the engine is running, have the system serviced immediately. Driving light with a message center,... of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check.
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... Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for every 180 kg [400 lb] of driving. 247 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Combine errands and minimize stop ...reduce fuel economy at 105 km/h [65 mph]). slowing down gradually. Revving the engine before turning it off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third.... Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is lost for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy... checks found in reduced fuel economy.
... Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for every 180 kg [400 lb] of driving. 247 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Combine errands and minimize stop ...reduce fuel economy at 105 km/h [65 mph]). slowing down gradually. Revving the engine before turning it off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third.... Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is lost for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy... checks found in reduced fuel economy.
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.... Poor fuel quality or water in dry grass or other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are : 1. Do not make any unauthorized changes to illuminate. When the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Exhaust leaks...Ford Motor Company parts in entry of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to meet government emission standards. Maintenance and Specifications If other dry ground cover. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in the fuel. 249 2003 Explorer...
.... Poor fuel quality or water in dry grass or other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are : 1. Do not make any unauthorized changes to illuminate. When the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Exhaust leaks...Ford Motor Company parts in entry of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to meet government emission standards. Maintenance and Specifications If other dry ground cover. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in the fuel. 249 2003 Explorer...
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... followed by filling the fuel tank with at the first available opportunity. Maintenance and Specifications 3. If the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light remains on -board diagnostics system is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 250 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If your vehicle serviced at least four idle periods...
... followed by filling the fuel tank with at the first available opportunity. Maintenance and Specifications 3. If the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light remains on -board diagnostics system is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 250 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If your vehicle serviced at least four idle periods...
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...-free ...232 replacement, specifications ...259 servicing ...232 BeltMinder ...112 Brakes ...140 anti-lock ...141 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...141 fluid, checking and adding ...252 fluid, refill capacities ...260 fluid, specifications ...262, 264 lubricant specifications ..262, 264 parking ...141 shift interlock ...146... attaching with tether straps ..131 in front seat ...129 in rear seat ...129 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...217 instrument panel ...219 interior ...220 interior trim ...219 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
...-free ...232 replacement, specifications ...259 servicing ...232 BeltMinder ...112 Brakes ...140 anti-lock ...141 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...141 fluid, checking and adding ...252 fluid, refill capacities ...260 fluid, specifications ...262, 264 lubricant specifications ..262, 264 parking ...141 shift interlock ...146... attaching with tether straps ..131 in front seat ...129 in rear seat ...129 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...217 instrument panel ...219 interior ...220 interior trim ...219 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)