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... be void for changing the fuel filter. If you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may result in period). Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your vehicle. We do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may spray out and injure... as possible. If you or others. The customer warranty may be under pressure. You must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it . Fuel expense, frequency of information about actual fuel economy is venting vapor or if you , the driver. Maintenance and Specifications 4. The customer ...
... be void for changing the fuel filter. If you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may result in period). Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your vehicle. We do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may spray out and injure... as possible. If you or others. The customer warranty may be under pressure. You must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it . Fuel expense, frequency of information about actual fuel economy is venting vapor or if you , the driver. Maintenance and Specifications 4. The customer ...
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... filter element FA-1695 FA-1695 Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Battery BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Oil filter FL-820S FL-820S PCV valve EV-243 F6ZE-6C324-CA Spark plugs* AGSF-22PP ** AWSF-32P * Refer to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service number suffix letter as a Ford ...8226; Install cables or chains securely, verifying that the cables or chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. The tires on your vehicle. Ford offers tire cables as shown on your vehicle have on the engine decal. 262 Maintenance and Specifications USING SNOW TIRES AND...
... filter element FA-1695 FA-1695 Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Battery BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Oil filter FL-820S FL-820S PCV valve EV-243 F6ZE-6C324-CA Spark plugs* AGSF-22PP ** AWSF-32P * Refer to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service number suffix letter as a Ford ...8226; Install cables or chains securely, verifying that the cables or chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. The tires on your vehicle. Ford offers tire cables as shown on your vehicle have on the engine decal. 262 Maintenance and Specifications USING SNOW TIRES AND...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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... guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. 244 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ...fuel filler pipe. 4. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel... If the fuel filler cap is not used. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your vehicle: 1. When fueling your dealer or a qualified service technician. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler ...
... guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. 244 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ...fuel filler pipe. 4. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel... If the fuel filler cap is not used. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your vehicle: 1. When fueling your dealer or a qualified service technician. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler ...
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... able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the Refill capacities section of this chapter. high) each time you fill up. 245 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ...listed in the tank. The advertised capacity is equal to refueling, an error in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty. Maintenance and Specifications Replace the fuel filter with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side...
... able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the Refill capacities section of this chapter. high) each time you fill up. 245 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ...listed in the tank. The advertised capacity is equal to refueling, an error in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty. Maintenance and Specifications Replace the fuel filter with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side...
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Consult your vehicle. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 4.0L SOHC V6 engine ...(VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be replaced, use cables or chains on dry roads. • Do not exceed 48 km/h (30 mph) with the service... on your dealer for information on other Ford approved methods of traction control. Maintenance and Specifications • Cables or chains should only be used on the engine decal. 259 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
Consult your vehicle. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 4.0L SOHC V6 engine ...(VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be replaced, use cables or chains on dry roads. • Do not exceed 48 km/h (30 mph) with the service... on your dealer for information on other Ford approved methods of traction control. Maintenance and Specifications • Cables or chains should only be used on the engine decal. 259 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
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...Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines...Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003...
...Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines...Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Additional services for: Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 12 2003...
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... 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake..., suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S...
... 14 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 30,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake..., suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with AX4S...
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... Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans,... Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 15 2003...
... Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 35,000 miles Cars, Minivans,... Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 15 2003...
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... ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 17 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
... ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 17 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
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...) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for your dealer for : Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks Normal Schedule * If vehicle is registered... in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 19 2003...
...) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for your dealer for : Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks Normal Schedule * If vehicle is registered... in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 19 2003...
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..., and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
..., and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter Additional services for: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 21 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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...services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for your particular ... suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with...
...services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 23 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Aviator, and LS if equipped) Additional services for your particular ... suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with...
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... reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 95,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for : Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 24 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg...
... reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 95,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for : Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 24 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg...
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Rotation recommended for : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and record page 48) Replace PCV valve on all passenger cars and light trucks under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see...
Rotation recommended for : Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter Clean injectors 25 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Replace spark plugs Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions page 34 and record page 48) Replace PCV valve on all passenger cars and light trucks under 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see...
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...105,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system ...4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 26 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
...105,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system ...4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 26 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... Consult your dealer for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace PCV on all passenger cars and light ...trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003...
... Consult your dealer for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus) Replace fuel filter (except Natural Gas)* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Replace PCV on all passenger cars and light ...trucks over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight (see page 5) Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. 28 2003...
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... steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 125,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4,... Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. 29 2003...
... steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder and reset the minder after filter replacement Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks 125,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4,... Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life. 29 2003...
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...: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 130,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 30 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg...
...: Natural Gas Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter 130,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required 30 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg...
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...135,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system ...4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 31 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
...135,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system ...4X2 ball joints (except 450/550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F series, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter 31 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus)
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... and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (except PZEV Focus see below) Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine) Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see...
... and, if equipped, driveshaft and ball joints Inspect tires for wear and rotate Replace engine air filter (except PZEV Focus see below) Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus PZEV engine) Replace fuel filter* Replace cabin air filter, if equipped Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see...