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... when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. A warning light may become serious enough to check the bulb. If any light remains on after the engine is first SOON turned to the ON position to cause expensive repairs. Refer to make sure the bulb works. Solid...
... when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. A warning light may become serious enough to check the bulb. If any light remains on after the engine is first SOON turned to the ON position to cause expensive repairs. Refer to make sure the bulb works. Solid...
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... in braking performance may FUEL not be inspected immediately by your dealer immediately. Have the vehicle checked by your servicing dealership. Continued CAP driving with the brake system warning light on , refer to the ON position. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your dealership. Driving a vehicle with this time, seek...
... in braking performance may FUEL not be inspected immediately by your dealer immediately. Have the vehicle checked by your servicing dealership. Continued CAP driving with the brake system warning light on , refer to the ON position. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your dealership. Driving a vehicle with this time, seek...
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Refer to engine coolant temperature gauge or engine oil pressure gauge in this light fails to illuminate when ignition is in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the...): Illuminates when any door is at or near empty. 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. • The fuel gauge is...
Refer to engine coolant temperature gauge or engine oil pressure gauge in this light fails to illuminate when ignition is in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the...): Illuminates when any door is at or near empty. 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. • The fuel gauge is...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... driving. 4. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. Warning lights illuminated. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. This position also unlocks 1 the steering wheel. 3. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to the Seating and safety restraints chapter...
... driving. 4. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. Warning lights illuminated. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. This position also unlocks 1 the steering wheel. 3. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to the Seating and safety restraints chapter...
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... reduction portion of the traction enhancement feature will still function normally. If your foot is not on while the engine is detected in the AdvanceTrac system, the warning indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on the brake, the brake pedal will move to the vehicle's handling can adversely affect the.... Some drivers may experience the following: • A rumble or grinding noise • A slight deceleration of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check.
... reduction portion of the traction enhancement feature will still function normally. If your foot is not on while the engine is detected in the AdvanceTrac system, the warning indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on the brake, the brake pedal will move to the vehicle's handling can adversely affect the.... Some drivers may experience the following: • A rumble or grinding noise • A slight deceleration of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check.
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... this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. The EPA window sticker should have the EPA window sticker. Refer ...with other vehicles. 252 EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should be your guide for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy may reduce fuel ...efficient than gasoline, you will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil.
... this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. The EPA window sticker should have the EPA window sticker. Refer ...with other vehicles. 252 EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should be your guide for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy may reduce fuel ...efficient than gasoline, you will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil.
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... the life and performance of your vehicle is not working properly. Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to its emissions system. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped...
... the life and performance of your vehicle is not working properly. Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to its emissions system. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped...
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... system. 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 fuel. (The engine may not pass the I/M test with a computer that your "Check Engine/Service Engine Soon" light is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). Your vehicle may...
... system. 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 fuel. (The engine may not pass the I/M test with a computer that your "Check Engine/Service Engine Soon" light is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). Your vehicle may...
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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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...definition ...173 driving with fuel ...244, 248, 250 filter, specifications ...249, 262 fuel pump shut-off road ...157, 165 indicator light ...155 preparing to drive your vehicle ...147 Fuel ...244 calculating fuel economy ...68, 249 cap ...248 capacity ...263 choosing the right ... safety information relating to pass ...38 high beam ...38 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...31-32 277 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, ...
...definition ...173 driving with fuel ...244, 248, 250 filter, specifications ...249, 262 fuel pump shut-off road ...157, 165 indicator light ...155 preparing to drive your vehicle ...147 Fuel ...244 calculating fuel economy ...68, 249 cap ...248 capacity ...263 choosing the right ... safety information relating to pass ...38 high beam ...38 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...31-32 277 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, ...
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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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... indicator light ENGINE illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Many lights will illuminate when you to check the bulb. Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. Refer to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 2003 Explorer...
... indicator light ENGINE illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Many lights will illuminate when you to check the bulb. Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. Refer to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 2003 Explorer...
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...a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the system serviced immediately. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon light to come on, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. ...II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is illuminated. 11 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to stop the vehicle. Normal...
...a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the system serviced immediately. Check fuel cap (if equipped): CHECK Illuminates when the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon light to come on, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. ...II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is illuminated. 11 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to stop the vehicle. Normal...
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... temperature is high or the engine oil pressure is not charging properly. Refer to engine coolant temperature gauge or engine oil pressure gauge in this light fails to illuminate when ignition is at or near empty. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR Overdrive off...
... temperature is high or the engine oil pressure is not charging properly. Refer to engine coolant temperature gauge or engine oil pressure gauge in this light fails to illuminate when ignition is at or near empty. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR Overdrive off...
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... not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Warning lights illuminated. This position also unlocks 1 the steering wheel. 3. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 137 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
... not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Warning lights illuminated. This position also unlocks 1 the steering wheel. 3. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 137 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
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... foot is not on while the engine is active and an indicator light in deep sand, switching off the AdvanceTrac system may be displayed. Pressing the control once will be beneficial so the wheels are normal during this area. 144 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002...normally. You may notice a slight movement of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. All these conditions are allowed to lose engine power while driving in this severe condition. the brake portion of the traction enhancement feature will disable the AdvanceTrac...
... foot is not on while the engine is active and an indicator light in deep sand, switching off the AdvanceTrac system may be displayed. Pressing the control once will be beneficial so the wheels are normal during this area. 144 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002...normally. You may notice a slight movement of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. All these conditions are allowed to lose engine power while driving in this severe condition. the brake portion of the traction enhancement feature will disable the AdvanceTrac...
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...(approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is not required and may reduce fuel economy. Revving the engine before turning it off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth...deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy may reduce fuel economy at 105 km/h [65 mph]). Unnecessary shifting of driving. 247 2003 Explorer (exp)... maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in reduced fuel economy. Slow down may reduce fuel economy. Maintenance and Specifications Anticipate stopping...
...(approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is not required and may reduce fuel economy. Revving the engine before turning it off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth...deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy may reduce fuel economy at 105 km/h [65 mph]). Unnecessary shifting of driving. 247 2003 Explorer (exp)... maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in reduced fuel economy. Slow down may reduce fuel economy. Maintenance and Specifications Anticipate stopping...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... The vehicle has run poorly.) 2. Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to your vehicle's emission system is... are used for maintenance replacements or for complete emission warranty information. Information about your vehicle or engine. The OBD-II system also assists the service technician in the fuel. 249 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Examples are: 1.
... The vehicle has run poorly.) 2. Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to your vehicle's emission system is... are used for maintenance replacements or for complete emission warranty information. Information about your vehicle or engine. The OBD-II system also assists the service technician in the fuel. 249 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Examples are: 1.
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... available opportunity. After three driving cycles without starting the engine. Your vehicle may not have your "Check Engine/Service Engine Soon" light is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 250 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle. If the vehicle's powertrain...
... available opportunity. After three driving cycles without starting the engine. Your vehicle may not have your "Check Engine/Service Engine Soon" light is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. 250 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle. If the vehicle's powertrain...
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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)