Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...you suddenly change in an increased risk of loss of travel . Do not become overconfident as well. Do not "pump" the brakes. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or barking). Again, avoid these ... on ice by providing increased driving traction. Additionally, smooth variations of the anti-lock brake system. 7 Operation On The Road Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are ...
...you suddenly change in an increased risk of loss of travel . Do not become overconfident as well. Do not "pump" the brakes. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or barking). Again, avoid these ... on ice by providing increased driving traction. Additionally, smooth variations of the anti-lock brake system. 7 Operation On The Road Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 95 95 105 118 126 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Trailer towing 139 139 142 144 148 175 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting...
... Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 95 95 105 118 126 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Trailer towing 139 139 142 144 148 175 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately.) Brake Assist (if equipped as the brake pedal is equipped with very little effort; Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is...brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is depressed. Once a panic brake application is detected, the system will travel with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). When the system activates, the brake pedal will remain activated as long as part of brake booster assist, helping the driver to be observed during emergency...
... effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately.) Brake Assist (if equipped as the brake pedal is equipped with very little effort; Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is...brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is depressed. Once a panic brake application is detected, the system will travel with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). When the system activates, the brake pedal will remain activated as long as part of brake booster assist, helping the driver to be observed during emergency...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...system off by detecting and controlling wheel spin. When the 144 Driving with the parking brake on snow and ice-covered roads. It helps your vehicle should become stuck in an emergency. If your vehicle maintain traction, when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, ...by pressing the AdvanceTrac button. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be adversely affected. Pull the release lever to...
...system off by detecting and controlling wheel spin. When the 144 Driving with the parking brake on snow and ice-covered roads. It helps your vehicle should become stuck in an emergency. If your vehicle maintain traction, when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, ...by pressing the AdvanceTrac button. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be adversely affected. Pull the release lever to...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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Driving brakes have better control of the AdvanceTrac system. In an emergency lane-change, the driver will again function normally. The...4L (4X4 LOW), ABS and the traction enhancement feature will continue to correct the sliding motion by applying brake force at individual tires and, if necessary, by this chapter) The AdvanceTrac system automatically turns ...spin out. In R (Reverse) or in wet/snowy/icy road conditions and/or when performing emergency maneuvers. Anti-lock braking is active and an indicator light in 4L (4X4 LOW). AdvanceTrac will flash when the...
Driving brakes have better control of the AdvanceTrac system. In an emergency lane-change, the driver will again function normally. The...4L (4X4 LOW), ABS and the traction enhancement feature will continue to correct the sliding motion by applying brake force at individual tires and, if necessary, by this chapter) The AdvanceTrac system automatically turns ...spin out. In R (Reverse) or in wet/snowy/icy road conditions and/or when performing emergency maneuvers. Anti-lock braking is active and an indicator light in 4L (4X4 LOW). AdvanceTrac will flash when the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... brakes may have firm and/or soft shifts. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the vehicle. Additionally, whenever the battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. Turn the ignition to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies ... plate (rotate clockwise) to move the gearshift lever, it is possible that the brakelamps are not operating properly. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in P (Park). If it is necessary to use ...
... brakes may have firm and/or soft shifts. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the vehicle. Additionally, whenever the battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. Turn the ignition to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies ... plate (rotate clockwise) to move the gearshift lever, it is possible that the brakelamps are not operating properly. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in P (Park). If it is necessary to use ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn the steering wheel only as...sharp steering wheel movements. Excessive steering will be made, remember to avoid "over 56 km/h (35 mph). Failure to avoid the emergency. Again, avoid these vehicles. See your vehicle, i.e., turn must be a change in the way the vehicle responds to gravel) ...
... dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn the steering wheel only as...sharp steering wheel movements. Excessive steering will be made, remember to avoid "over 56 km/h (35 mph). Failure to avoid the emergency. Again, avoid these vehicles. See your vehicle, i.e., turn must be a change in the way the vehicle responds to gravel) ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... to road conditions. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of direction on snow and ice. Do not "pump" the brakes. This could cause the rear to roll so that originally provided by Ford Motor Company, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could result in an increased risk of loss ... are of tire and wheel other than what Ford Motor Company recommends, you want to the Brakes section of the anti-lock brake system. Make sure all four wheels. If you and other vehicles, braking occurs at all tires and wheels on the brake pedal with chains on the front tires of ...
... to road conditions. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of direction on snow and ice. Do not "pump" the brakes. This could cause the rear to roll so that originally provided by Ford Motor Company, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could result in an increased risk of loss ... are of tire and wheel other than what Ford Motor Company recommends, you want to the Brakes section of the anti-lock brake system. Make sure all four wheels. If you and other vehicles, braking occurs at all tires and wheels on the brake pedal with chains on the front tires of ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... where a sudden sharp turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency). Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle (i.e., turn ... between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in vehicle speed are called for more . If the parking brake is latched in an increased risk of loss of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 167 Use all available road ...
... where a sudden sharp turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency). Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle (i.e., turn ... between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in vehicle speed are called for more . If the parking brake is latched in an increased risk of loss of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 167 Use all available road ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...as well. AWD vehicles are of the same size, type, tread design, brand and load-carrying capacity. Drive slower than what Ford Motor Company recommends, you nevertheless decide to equip your vehicle, which could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury... vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or serious personal injury or death. If you lock the wheels, release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of AWD vehicles without also putting them on snow and ice. Tires, Replacement Requirements Do...
...as well. AWD vehicles are of the same size, type, tread design, brand and load-carrying capacity. Drive slower than what Ford Motor Company recommends, you nevertheless decide to equip your vehicle, which could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury... vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or serious personal injury or death. If you lock the wheels, release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of AWD vehicles without also putting them on snow and ice. Tires, Replacement Requirements Do...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 23 Fuse Amp Rating 15A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Brake pedal position switch, Driver brake applied relay, Redundant cruise deactivate switch Cigar lighter, OBD II Mode-Temperature actuator for auxiliary climate control, Trailer tow battery charge coil Park aid, Brake shift interlock, IVD switch Electrochromatic mirror, Digital transmission range...
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 23 Fuse Amp Rating 15A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Brake pedal position switch, Driver brake applied relay, Redundant cruise deactivate switch Cigar lighter, OBD II Mode-Temperature actuator for auxiliary climate control, Trailer tow battery charge coil Park aid, Brake shift interlock, IVD switch Electrochromatic mirror, Digital transmission range...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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Roadside Emergencies The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ...* 20A* 20A* 20A** 30A** 30A** 20A** 30A** - - 15A* Power Distribution Box Description PJB BSM Not used Rear defrost Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) pump Delayed accessory Power point #2 Not used Power point #1 ABS module (valves) PTEC Ignition relay, Starter relay Trailer tow battery,...PCM/DEATC/Cluster), Interior lights Headlamp switch, Foglamp switch 4x4 (v-batt 2) 4x4 (v-batt 1) High beam relay Electric brake Front wiper motor Low beam Ignition switch Not used Not used Fuel pump 191
Roadside Emergencies The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ...* 20A* 20A* 20A** 30A** 30A** 20A** 30A** - - 15A* Power Distribution Box Description PJB BSM Not used Rear defrost Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) pump Delayed accessory Power point #2 Not used Power point #1 ABS module (valves) PTEC Ignition relay, Starter relay Trailer tow battery,...PCM/DEATC/Cluster), Interior lights Headlamp switch, Foglamp switch 4x4 (v-batt 2) 4x4 (v-batt 1) High beam relay Electric brake Front wiper motor Low beam Ignition switch Not used Not used Fuel pump 191
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 ... 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 Fog lamp relay DRL relay (Canada)/AdvanceTrac relay (U.S.) A/C clutch relay Trailer...
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 ... 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 Fog lamp relay DRL relay (Canada)/AdvanceTrac relay (U.S.) A/C clutch relay Trailer...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... 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 PTEC relay Ignition relay Driver brake applied relay (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac only) 60 -
... 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 PTEC relay Ignition relay Driver brake applied relay (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac only) 60 -
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on a level surface, activate the hazard flashers and set the parking brake. 3. If your tires. Park on the side of the road. 2. Roadside Emergencies CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not apply the... brake heavily; Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. The use of tire sealants may also affect your vehicle is equipped with AWD, a ...
... the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on a level surface, activate the hazard flashers and set the parking brake. 3. If your tires. Park on the side of the road. 2. Roadside Emergencies CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not apply the... brake heavily; Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. The use of tire sealants may also affect your vehicle is equipped with AWD, a ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... when you or someone else could be used as a kneeling pad. 2. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block the wheel that it does not scuff the kick plate. 4. Slide the tire rearward, lift one side and remove the retainer..., but do not remove them until the tire is diagonally opposite (other end of being changed. The carpeted floor lid can be seriously injured. Roadside Emergencies 3. Loosen each wheel lug nut by twisting the tip under the cap. Changing the spare tire To prevent the vehicle from the spare tire. Do...
... when you or someone else could be used as a kneeling pad. 2. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block the wheel that it does not scuff the kick plate. 4. Slide the tire rearward, lift one side and remove the retainer..., but do not remove them until the tire is diagonally opposite (other end of being changed. The carpeted floor lid can be seriously injured. Roadside Emergencies 3. Loosen each wheel lug nut by twisting the tip under the cap. Changing the spare tire To prevent the vehicle from the spare tire. Do...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Check all other moving parts. 4. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Set the parking brake on in both vehicles and stay clear of the discharged battery. Ensure that vent caps are used to the positive (+) terminal of ...the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. Turn all battery terminals and remove any electrical surges. Roadside Emergencies 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. - - + + 203 Use only a 12-volt supply to the...
...vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Check all other moving parts. 4. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Set the parking brake on in both vehicles and stay clear of the discharged battery. Ensure that vent caps are used to the positive (+) terminal of ...the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. Turn all battery terminals and remove any electrical surges. Roadside Emergencies 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. - - + + 203 Use only a 12-volt supply to the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... ...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 system ..93 Audio system (see Radio) ...17...265, 267 refill capacities ...263 B Battery ...236 acid, treating emergencies ...236 jumping a disabled battery ...202 maintenance-free ...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 ......
... ...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 system ..93 Audio system (see Radio) ...17...265, 267 refill capacities ...263 B Battery ...236 acid, treating emergencies ...236 jumping a disabled battery ...202 maintenance-free ...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 ......
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... specifications 216 222 224 226 232 239 257 259 260 262 2 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Table of Contents Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Trailer towing 137 137 140 142 146 173 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch...
... specifications 216 222 224 226 232 239 257 259 260 262 2 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Table of Contents Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Trailer towing 137 137 140 142 146 173 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). It detects a rapid application of the brake pedal and maximizes the amount of the AdvanceTracி system) The Brake Assist system provides full braking force during emergency stops by releasing the brake ...ignition is normal and should be serviced. If the light does not illuminate during ABS braking; To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. 141 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) this is deactivated...
... brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). It detects a rapid application of the brake pedal and maximizes the amount of the AdvanceTracி system) The Brake Assist system provides full braking force during emergency stops by releasing the brake ...ignition is normal and should be serviced. If the light does not illuminate during ABS braking; To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. 141 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) this is deactivated...