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... the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Tire Information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 228 230 233 237 245 260...
... the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Tire Information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 228 230 233 237 245 260...
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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 2004 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 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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Low tire warning (if equipped): Illuminates when the low tire warning system is not charging properly. CHECK GAGE 12 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A chime will also sound to remind you to flash or remains on, have the ...system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is enabled. Hi temp low oil (if equipped): Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high or the engine oil pressure is turned to ON...
Low tire warning (if equipped): Illuminates when the low tire warning system is not charging properly. CHECK GAGE 12 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A chime will also sound to remind you to flash or remains on, have the ...system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is enabled. Hi temp low oil (if equipped): Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high or the engine oil pressure is turned to ON...
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...in revolutions per minute. If the oil level is correct, have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. Refer to the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the scale ... tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the vehicle the fuel filler door is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 17 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. If the needle falls...
...in revolutions per minute. If the oil level is correct, have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. Refer to the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the scale ... tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the vehicle the fuel filler door is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 17 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. If the needle falls...
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... until the glass panel stops moving . To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the front portion of the vehicle. 59 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To stop motion at any time during the one -touch, express opening , press the control... a second time. If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is shut. Once fully closed when the glass panel is installed, the moon roof needs to be opened to the vent position to...
... until the glass panel stops moving . To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the front portion of the vehicle. 59 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To stop motion at any time during the one -touch, express opening , press the control... a second time. If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is shut. Once fully closed when the glass panel is installed, the moon roof needs to be opened to the vent position to...
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...or "ACC") position for future programming procedures (i.e. It is also suggested that people and objects are out of the radio-frequency signal. 60 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of the vehicle, the ... program HomeLink with a single built-in device. Driver Controls Do not let children play with any garage door opener that a new battery be placed in this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). HOMELINKா WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The...
...or "ACC") position for future programming procedures (i.e. It is also suggested that people and objects are out of the radio-frequency signal. 60 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of the vehicle, the ... program HomeLink with a single built-in device. Driver Controls Do not let children play with any garage door opener that a new battery be placed in this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). HOMELINKா WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The...
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... release RESET to correctly detect the added fuel. DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 69 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls Average fuel economy for FFV-equipped vehicles Upon refueling, your vehicle must...
... release RESET to correctly detect the added fuel. DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 69 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls Average fuel economy for FFV-equipped vehicles Upon refueling, your vehicle must...
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... the 1 (OFF/LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature. The inside lights will not flash. 83 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The lamps will flash.Note: If any potential remote keyless entry problem with the key .... This feature turns on using the dimmer control or • any ignition position. Press and release to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. The battery saver feature will turn off if: • they have been turned on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is any door...
... the 1 (OFF/LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature. The inside lights will not flash. 83 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The lamps will flash.Note: If any potential remote keyless entry problem with the key .... This feature turns on using the dimmer control or • any ignition position. Press and release to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. The battery saver feature will turn off if: • they have been turned on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is any door...
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... would like to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement. 85 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Repeat this procedure for the correct orientation of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to deactivate and then press the SET control on...
... would like to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement. 85 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Repeat this procedure for the correct orientation of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to deactivate and then press the SET control on...
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...will turn off position for the illuminated entry system to : • lock or unlock the doors without using a key. • open . The battery saver will not turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 3 (ON) position, or • the remote..., or • any door is open the liftgate window. • activate or deactivate the autolock feature. The keypad can be set code. 87 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Programming a personal entry code To create your authorized dealer. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED...
...will turn off position for the illuminated entry system to : • lock or unlock the doors without using a key. • open . The battery saver will not turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 3 (ON) position, or • the remote..., or • any door is open the liftgate window. • activate or deactivate the autolock feature. The keypad can be set code. 87 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Programming a personal entry code To create your authorized dealer. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED...
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... (Park) Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy. When the vehicle's battery has been disconnected for any type of R (Reverse). After this learning process, slightly firmer shifts may occur. R (Reverse) With the ... will move backward. Turn the ignition to relearn these operating parameters. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. 149 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to the LOCK position...
... (Park) Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy. When the vehicle's battery has been disconnected for any type of R (Reverse). After this learning process, slightly firmer shifts may occur. R (Reverse) With the ... will move backward. Turn the ignition to relearn these operating parameters. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. 149 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to the LOCK position...
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... Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who need to stop the electric fuel pump when your battery. Similarly in any position or if the key is located on the steering column,... reimbursement information, U.S. Note: With extended use, the flasher may have been activated. 185 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) After a collision,...in Canada, for other motorists. If you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Lincoln vehicle customers call 1-800-241-3673; Canadian customers who...
... Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who need to stop the electric fuel pump when your battery. Similarly in any position or if the key is located on the steering column,... reimbursement information, U.S. Note: With extended use, the flasher may have been activated. 185 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) After a collision,...in Canada, for other motorists. If you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Lincoln vehicle customers call 1-800-241-3673; Canadian customers who...
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... coil, A/C clutch contact Heated seats 4x4 (switch) Overdrive cancel switch PATS Rear wiper module, Cluster Power mirror, Manual climate control, TPMS Delayed accessory relay coil/Battery saver coil and contact/Reading and glove box lamps Flexible fuel pump Restraint Control Module (RCM) Memory driver seat switch, Driver seat module, Body Security... Module (BSM), PATS LED Instrument cluster, Compass, Flasher coil ABS, IVD Controller 189 18 19 20 10A 10A 5A 21 22 5A 10A REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
... coil, A/C clutch contact Heated seats 4x4 (switch) Overdrive cancel switch PATS Rear wiper module, Cluster Power mirror, Manual climate control, TPMS Delayed accessory relay coil/Battery saver coil and contact/Reading and glove box lamps Flexible fuel pump Restraint Control Module (RCM) Memory driver seat switch, Driver seat module, Body Security... Module (BSM), PATS LED Instrument cluster, Compass, Flasher coil ABS, IVD Controller 189 18 19 20 10A 10A 5A 21 22 5A 10A REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
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... 15A 15A 5A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Not used Cigar lighter, OBD II, Neutral tow Mode-Temperature actuator for auxiliary climate control, Trailer tow battery charge relay coil, TPMS Reverse park aid, Brake shift interlock, IVD switch Automatic dimming mirror, Digital transmission range sensor, Backup lamps Radio (Start) Digital ...), DEATC climate controller, Manual climate control, Manual climate control temp blend actuator 26 27 7.5A 7.5A 28 29 30 5A 10A 5A 190 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
... 15A 15A 5A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Not used Cigar lighter, OBD II, Neutral tow Mode-Temperature actuator for auxiliary climate control, Trailer tow battery charge relay coil, TPMS Reverse park aid, Brake shift interlock, IVD switch Automatic dimming mirror, Digital transmission range sensor, Backup lamps Radio (Start) Digital ...), DEATC climate controller, Manual climate control, Manual climate control temp blend actuator 26 27 7.5A 7.5A 28 29 30 5A 10A 5A 190 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
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Fuse/Relay Location Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7 Description Flasher Rear defrost Delayed accessory Open Battery saver Open Open 191 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) See your dealer or a certified technician for service of the passenger compartment fuse panel. Roadside Emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel (top side) These relays are located on the reverse side of this relay box.
Fuse/Relay Location Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7 Description Flasher Rear defrost Delayed accessory Open Battery saver Open Open 191 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) See your dealer or a certified technician for service of the passenger compartment fuse panel. Roadside Emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel (top side) These relays are located on the reverse side of this relay box.
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... refilling fluid reservoirs. To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Battery section of the chapter. 192 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power distribution box The power ...distribution box is located in the engine compartment. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the ...
... refilling fluid reservoirs. To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Battery section of the chapter. 192 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power distribution box The power ...distribution box is located in the engine compartment. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the ...
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... Delayed accessory, Power windows, Audio Power point #2 4x4 shift motor Power point #1 ABS module (valves) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Ignition relay, Starter relay Trailer tow battery charge, Trailer tow turn signals Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Canada) 193 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
... Delayed accessory, Power windows, Audio Power point #2 4x4 shift motor Power point #1 ABS module (valves) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Ignition relay, Starter relay Trailer tow battery charge, Trailer tow turn signals Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Canada) 193 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
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Roadside Emergencies The relays are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Relay 14 Relay 15 Relay 16 Relay 17 Relay 18 Relay 19 Relay 20 Relay 21 Relay 22 Relay 23 Diode 3 Diode 4 Description Not used Trailer tow back-up lamps Not used Not used Not used Trailer tow park lamps Trailer tow battery charge Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used 196 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
Roadside Emergencies The relays are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Relay 14 Relay 15 Relay 16 Relay 17 Relay 18 Relay 19 Relay 20 Relay 21 Relay 22 Relay 23 Diode 3 Diode 4 Description Not used Trailer tow back-up lamps Not used Not used Not used Trailer tow park lamps Trailer tow battery charge Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used 196 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
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...materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of control. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to come off while the vehicle ...-to push-start capability; doing so may damage the catalytic converter. 206 Bolt size REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Automatic transmissions...as the glove box or jack stowage compartment) so it will not become damaged. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. N•m 1⁄2 x 20 100 136 * Torque specifications are fully ...
...materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of control. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to come off while the vehicle ...-to push-start capability; doing so may damage the catalytic converter. 206 Bolt size REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Automatic transmissions...as the glove box or jack stowage compartment) so it will not become damaged. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. N•m 1⁄2 x 20 100 136 * Torque specifications are fully ...
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..., the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Do not disconnect the battery of the discharged battery. Turn all battery terminals and remove any electrical surges. Connecting the jumper cables 1. REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) - - + + 207 Turn the heater fan...
..., the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Do not disconnect the battery of the discharged battery. Turn all battery terminals and remove any electrical surges. Connecting the jumper cables 1. REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) - - + + 207 Turn the heater fan...