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Rear Liftgate Window Won't Open.
I've tried to remove the interior trim panels but can't get the back ones off.
I've tried to remove the interior trim panels but can't get the back ones off.
(Posted by frankporterfield51 1 year ago)
How To Remove Plug From Heater Motor Resistor
(Posted by phj4 3 years ago)
About My Interior Light
If I cut the light off by thr dome on the inside would it run my battery dead even tho the lights no...
If I cut the light off by thr dome on the inside would it run my battery dead even tho the lights no...
(Posted by nataliemiller822nm20 7 years ago)
All The Windows Stopped Working In My 2003 Ford Explorer Xlt.
Am starting the process with the cheapest solution first. which fuse under the dashboard is for the ...
Am starting the process with the cheapest solution first. which fuse under the dashboard is for the ...
(Posted by pioneer1803 8 years ago)
Key Pad
Where i could find the key pad for my 2003 ford explorer
Where i could find the key pad for my 2003 ford explorer
(Posted by Charmander201 9 years ago)
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Popular 2003 Ford Explorer Manual Pages
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 313
.... Be sure to -Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region, your Owner's Guide. In addition, your vehicle, please read Driving off road in this Owner Guide; Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package.
By...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 493
... Fuse Panel Description Memory seat module, Driver power seat Moonroof Radio, Amplifier, DVD Front wiper module Flasher relay (Turn, hazards) Right horn Heated mirrors Not used Not used Heated backlight relay coil, A/C clutch contact Heated seats 4x4 module Overdrive cancel switch, Flex fuel sender PATS module Rear wiper module, Cluster, TPMS Power mirror, Manual climate control, TPMS Delayed...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 495
.../Relay Location Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7 Description Flasher relay Rear defrost Delayed accessory relay Open Battery saver Open Open
189 Roadside Emergencies
Passenger compartment fuse panel (top side)
These relays are located on the reverse side of this relay box. See your dealer or a certified technician for service of the passenger compartment fuse panel...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 499
...are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Description Relay 14 Not used Relay 15 Trailer tow back-up lamps Relay 16 Not used 193 A/C clutch diode 62 30A CB Power windows circuit breaker * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Cartridge Fuses Rear relay box The relay box is located on the rear passenger side quarter trim panel. Roadside Emergencies
Power Distribution Box Description Blower motor relay Starter relay...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 579
... Carpet floor mats Door edge guards Front end covers (full and sport) Front hood deflectors Grille guard/brush guard Interior trim kit Locking gas cap Molded splash guards Moonroof deflector Rear air deflector Side window air deflectors Skid plate Tail lamp surrounds Tow hooks Universal floor mats For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 581
... Accessory delay ...53 Air bag supplemental restraint system ...118, 123 and child safety seats ...120 description ...118, 123 disposal ...126 driver air bag ...120, 124 indicator light ...122, 125 operation ...120, 124 passenger air bag ...120, 124 Air cleaner filter ...262 Air conditioning ...32 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...165 Ambulance packages ...7 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 583
... door opener ...50, 60 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...248 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...249 Gauges ...14 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...173 calculating ...175 definition ...173 driving with a heavy load ...173 location ...173 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...173 calculating ...173, 175 definition ...173 driving with fuel ...244, 248, 250 filter, specifications ...249, 262 fuel pump shut...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 1
... AM/FM stereo cassette with CD
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17 21
Climate Controls
Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control Rear passenger climate control
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31 32 35
Lights Driver Controls
Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center
37 46
46 47 52 53 54 66
Locks and Security
Keys Locks Anti-theft system
81
81 81 83...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 7
..., and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. By referring to the pages in the Driving chapter.
therefore, a supplement has been supplied that is eligible for all other vehicles of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. Introduction
Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to your vehicle. Refer to owners of pickup trucks and...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 11
... system warning light on is illuminated. 11
2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving a vehicle with this time, seek service immediately from your vehicle serviced immediately. Have the vehicle checked by applying the parking brake when the ignition is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 53
... and mirrors. 53
2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches and audio system may be in place. These actions could cause damage to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Driver Controls
Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to the OFF position or until any door...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 186
...
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
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2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) See your dealer or a certified technician for service of...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 189
... Not used Not used Auxiliary blower motor Passenger power seat, Adjustable pedals Not used Blower motor A/C clutch relay, Transmission Coil on plug Injectors, Fuel pump relay PTEC power HEGO, VMV, CMS, PTEC Right low beam Left low beam Front foglamps Brake pressure switch (ABS) High beams Horn relay Fuel pump relay High beam relay
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2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 190
...Driver brake applied relay (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac only) 60 - Blower motor relay 56 - PCM diode 61 - See your dealer or a certified technician for service of this relay box.
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2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies
Fuse/Relay Location 50 51 Fuse Amp Rating - - Power Distribution Box Description
Fog lamp relay DRL relay...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 247
...Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. Unnecessary shifting of driving. 247
2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Warming up a vehicle on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. Combine errands and minimize stop . Resting your vehicle (for example bug deflectors...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 270
... hood deflectors Grille guard/brush guard Interior trim kit Locking gas cap Molded splash guards Moonroof deflector Rear air deflector Side window air deflectors Skid plate Tail lamp surrounds Tow hooks Universal floor mats For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in your vehicle should be installed only by a qualified service technician. 270
2003 Explorer (exp) Owners...
Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 274
...vehicle (FFV) ...239, 242 Fuses ...182-183 G Garage door opener ...50 Garage Door Opener (see Homelink wireless control system) ...60 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...244 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...245 Gauges ...14 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...171 calculating ...173 definition ...171 driving with a heavy load ...171 location ...171 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...171 calculating ...171...
Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing - Page 2
... consult your Owner's Guide. Any pulsation or noise you may feel or hear under inclement weather conditions, especially if the rear bumper sensors are covered with dirt, snow, or ice.
The hazard flashers can be programmed to operate garage doors, entry gates, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. A loose fuel cap can mean that one four-wheel drive position...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 19
Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not sealed bearings) Change manual transmission fluid Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty) Inspect ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 37
.../or low-speed driving for long distances as in one of engine operation, whichever occurs first Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Lube front lower control arm and steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings, if equipped Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Check battery electrolyte level (Patrol Cars) Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid...
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