Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing
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..., such as a snowplow has been added to the vehicle. In addition to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Effects of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle Improper weight distribution and exceeding the maximum payload can...
..., such as a snowplow has been added to the vehicle. In addition to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Effects of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle Improper weight distribution and exceeding the maximum payload can...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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... pillar. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. The maximum payload for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or...
... pillar. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of passenger safety, including damage to the suspension system, springs, and shock absorbers, reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. The maximum payload for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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..., have the respective system inspected immediately. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to check the bulb. Service engine soon: The...
..., have the respective system inspected immediately. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to check the bulb. Service engine soon: The...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...pattern. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of your headlamps, have them checked by a qualified service technician. Open the hood. 39 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps on the low beam headlamps. Check your headlamp alignment at...in an accident or if you can only be below the horizontal line (4). If it is involved in a dark area so that you have problems fixing the alignment of lamp to ground • (3) Twenty-five feet • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Lights Move the control to the ...
...pattern. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of your headlamps, have them checked by a qualified service technician. Open the hood. 39 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps on the low beam headlamps. Check your headlamp alignment at...in an accident or if you can only be below the horizontal line (4). If it is involved in a dark area so that you have problems fixing the alignment of lamp to ground • (3) Twenty-five feet • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Lights Move the control to the ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... SETUP menu. Selectable features Reset Press this control to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 66 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of status preceded by a long indicator chime. Driver Controls MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With...
... SETUP menu. Selectable features Reset Press this control to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 66 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of status preceded by a long indicator chime. Driver Controls MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...warnings alert you acknowledge the warning by displaying each one for several seconds. Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. 72 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 8. The message center will display the last selected feature ...check report and how it appears in your vehicle's operating systems. In the event of the message center after you to possible problems or malfunctions in the message center is as a reminder that have been reset are no more warning messages. ENGINE TEMP 5. FUEL LEVEL 2....
...warnings alert you acknowledge the warning by displaying each one for several seconds. Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. 72 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 8. The message center will display the last selected feature ...check report and how it appears in your vehicle's operating systems. In the event of the message center after you to possible problems or malfunctions in the message center is as a reminder that have been reset are no more warning messages. ENGINE TEMP 5. FUEL LEVEL 2....
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... ignition is turned to the 3 (ON) position. Unlocking the doors 1. This feature turns on using the dimmer control or • any potential remote keyless entry problem with the key in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. Locking the doors/liftgate 1. The liftgate glass feature operates as long as the vehicle's speed.... The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature. Note: The interior lamps will turn off position the illuminated entry feature will not flash. 83 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... ignition is turned to the 3 (ON) position. Unlocking the doors 1. This feature turns on using the dimmer control or • any potential remote keyless entry problem with the key in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. Locking the doors/liftgate 1. The liftgate glass feature operates as long as the vehicle's speed.... The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature. Note: The interior lamps will turn off position the illuminated entry feature will not flash. 83 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...the vehicle's message center (if equipped), refer to Message center information in vehicle starting problems and a loss of these systems may be purchased from your vehicle is used. ... started unless a coded key programmed to a "no-start systems. Use of security protection. 90 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The use of the wrong type... of coded key may lead to your dealer. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. additional coded keys may result in the Driver Controls chapter. Release...
...the vehicle's message center (if equipped), refer to Message center information in vehicle starting problems and a loss of these systems may be purchased from your vehicle is used. ... started unless a coded key programmed to a "no-start systems. Use of security protection. 90 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The use of the wrong type... of coded key may lead to your dealer. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. additional coded keys may result in the Driver Controls chapter. Release...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on top of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer. 91 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized ...ON) position with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position. If a problem occurs with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The theft indicator will glow for 3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality. You need to the ...
If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on top of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer. 91 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized ...ON) position with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position. If a problem occurs with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The theft indicator will glow for 3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality. You need to the ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...of the following: • The warning light will either flash or stay lit. • The warning light will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. A difficulty with your dealership or by one or more of these things happen, even intermittently, have the ...including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. 106 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The...
...of the following: • The warning light will either flash or stay lit. • The warning light will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. A difficulty with your dealership or by one or more of these things happen, even intermittently, have the ...including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. 106 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...: • The readiness light will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will repeat periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired. Refer to indicate the condition of a collision. 120 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If any of the air bag is operational The...
...: • The readiness light will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will repeat periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired. Refer to indicate the condition of a collision. 120 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If any of the air bag is operational The...
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... lap while the vehicle is turned on how to use approved booster seats until the problem and light are repaired. Always follow the instructions and warnings that children are required by law to properly use . 124 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If any infant or child restraint...
... lap while the vehicle is turned on how to use approved booster seats until the problem and light are repaired. Always follow the instructions and warnings that children are required by law to properly use . 124 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If any infant or child restraint...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... again. Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only) As the outside temperature approaches freezing, ethanol fuel distributors should experience cold weather starting problems on E85 ethanol, and neither an alternative brand of E85 ethanol nor an engine block heater is designed to your fuel distributor for the...a time as ether in the air intake system (see Air Cleaner decal). If the engine fails to start within five seconds on ethanol. 139 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again; If you may...
... again. Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only) As the outside temperature approaches freezing, ethanol fuel distributors should experience cold weather starting problems on E85 ethanol, and neither an alternative brand of E85 ethanol nor an engine block heater is designed to your fuel distributor for the...a time as ether in the air intake system (see Air Cleaner decal). If the engine fails to start within five seconds on ethanol. 139 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again; If you may...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in the Washington D.C. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 221 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Customer Assistance recall and remedy campaign. area) or write to: NHTSA 400 Seventh Street U.S.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in the Washington D.C. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 221 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Customer Assistance recall and remedy campaign. area) or write to: NHTSA 400 Seventh Street U.S.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...sound, wait until it stops before fueling. • Automotive fuels can cause death or permanent injury. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of fuel may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to a service facility. If you or others. Fuel ...ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which may result in an overfilled tank may be visible for hours. 245 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) The fuel system may cause leakage and lead to a service...
...sound, wait until it stops before fueling. • Automotive fuels can cause death or permanent injury. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of fuel may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to a service facility. If you or others. Fuel ...ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which may result in an overfilled tank may be visible for hours. 245 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) The fuel system may cause leakage and lead to a service...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... system to pump the fuel from OFF to the fuel system. If you operate your vehicle 50% or more pronounced. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating. If you should follow a different maintenance schedule. Maintenance and Specifications It.... See the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the engine type identifier (8th character). If the problems persist below this situation may need to cycle the ignition from the tank to the engine. 249 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) ...
... system to pump the fuel from OFF to the fuel system. If you operate your vehicle 50% or more pronounced. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating. If you should follow a different maintenance schedule. Maintenance and Specifications It.... See the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the engine type identifier (8th character). If the problems persist below this situation may need to cycle the ignition from the tank to the engine. 249 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...unusually smooth areas. Also check for any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Maintenance and Specifications Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to grip the road in adverse (wet, snowy,... showing through the tire rubber • Bulges in the tread or sidewalls • Cracks or cuts on the sidewall 270 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Advanced and unusual tire wear can reduce the ability of...
...unusually smooth areas. Also check for any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Maintenance and Specifications Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to grip the road in adverse (wet, snowy,... showing through the tire rubber • Bulges in the tread or sidewalls • Cracks or cuts on the sidewall 270 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Advanced and unusual tire wear can reduce the ability of...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... the engine is first SOON turned to the ON position to 10 Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. Instrument Cluster Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument...
... the engine is first SOON turned to the ON position to 10 Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. Instrument Cluster Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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.... If it is involved in a dark area so that you have them checked by a qualified service technician. To adjust the headlamps: 1. Check your headlamps, have problems fixing the alignment of the light should be vertically adjusted. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on the lens. Open the hood. 39 Turn on a level...
.... If it is involved in a dark area so that you have them checked by a qualified service technician. To adjust the headlamps: 1. Check your headlamps, have problems fixing the alignment of the light should be vertically adjusted. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on the lens. Open the hood. 39 Turn on a level...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to select and reset functions shown in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 66 The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of status preceded by a long indicator chime. Driver Controls MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position, the message center...
... Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to select and reset functions shown in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 66 The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of status preceded by a long indicator chime. Driver Controls MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position, the message center...