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... in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. See your vehicle may feel... your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on the operation of the driveline. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with the transfer case in N (Neutral) position. Do not "pump" the brakes...
... in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. See your vehicle may feel... your "Owner's Guide" for additional information on the operation of the driveline. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with the transfer case in N (Neutral) position. Do not "pump" the brakes...
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... off-road on slopes or hills requires safe off-road driving practices. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to slide and swing around. Driving...
... off-road on slopes or hills requires safe off-road driving practices. Driving through water Before driving through water, always try the brakes. if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to slide and swing around. Driving...
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... leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. When the transfer case is in N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in...
... leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. When the transfer case is in N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...or vibration in P (Park) or the manual transmission is your anti-lock brake system working. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in the brake pedal. Do not be alarmed... and injure someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in P (Park) ...
...or vibration in P (Park) or the manual transmission is your anti-lock brake system working. Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in the brake pedal. Do not be alarmed... and injure someone. 8 During hard stopping or stopping on the operation of the driveline. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in P (Park) ...
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... direction of the slide until you are unique in that they can be driven in mud. Never drive with chains on the accelerator. if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Driving in slick mud. You can lose traction in deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are driving over...
... direction of the slide until you are unique in that they can be driven in mud. Never drive with chains on the accelerator. if the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Driving in slick mud. You can lose traction in deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are driving over...
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... the gearshift is engaged in gear. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. When the transfer case is in N (Neutral) position. Set the parking brake fully, shut off...
... the gearshift is engaged in gear. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with a manual transmission. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition and remove the key. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. When the transfer case is in N (Neutral) position. Set the parking brake fully, shut off...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... Warning lights and gauges can alert you start your vehicle's functions. Service engine soon: The Service SERVICE engine soon indicator light ENGINE illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. If any light remains on after the engine is first SOON turned... vehicle to check the bulb. Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... Warning lights and gauges can alert you start your vehicle's functions. Service engine soon: The Service SERVICE engine soon indicator light ENGINE illuminates when the ignition is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. If any light remains on after the engine is first SOON turned... vehicle to check the bulb. Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. A warning light may become serious enough to 10 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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...to come on, refer to the ON position. A significant decrease in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. It will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is turned to Fuel filler cap in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration)...illuminated or ABS continues to stop the vehicle. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on is illuminated. 11 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the light is blinking, engine misfire is functional, it will take...
...to come on, refer to the ON position. A significant decrease in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. It will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is turned to Fuel filler cap in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration)...illuminated or ABS continues to stop the vehicle. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on is illuminated. 11 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the light is blinking, engine misfire is functional, it will take...
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... the light remains on , have the system serviced immediately. If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is not charging properly. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. CHECK GAGE 12 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A chime will also sound when a malfunction... warning in this chapter. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. Instrument Cluster Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is enabled.
... the light remains on , have the system serviced immediately. If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is not charging properly. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. CHECK GAGE 12 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A chime will also sound when a malfunction... warning in this chapter. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. Instrument Cluster Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is enabled.
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...transmission has been turned off . If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 13 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Warning light flashing (flashes for two minutes at 32 kp/h (20 mph) ...while driving) Electronic throttle control: Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a 'limp-home' operation. Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in use , have the system inspected immediately by your servicing dealership. • Your spare tire is in the ON position and any ...
...transmission has been turned off . If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 13 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Warning light flashing (flashes for two minutes at 32 kp/h (20 mph) ...while driving) Electronic throttle control: Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a 'limp-home' operation. Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in use , have the system inspected immediately by your servicing dealership. • Your spare tire is in the ON position and any ...
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...are on . Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is opened . High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on , the ignition is off when the speed control system is engaged. If the indicators stay on , have the system serviced immediately. Four wheel drive high (if ... in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened . 4x4 LOW 4x4 HIGH 14 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on....
...are on . Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is opened . High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on , the ignition is off when the speed control system is engaged. If the indicators stay on , have the system serviced immediately. Four wheel drive high (if ... in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened . 4x4 LOW 4x4 HIGH 14 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on....
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... If the oil level is in the normal operating range (between "L" and "H"). Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in revolutions per minute. If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the ... a qualified technician. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 17 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Instrument Cluster Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed...
... If the oil level is in the normal operating range (between "L" and "H"). Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in revolutions per minute. If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the ... a qualified technician. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 17 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Instrument Cluster Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed...
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... direction of the airflow to the OFF position. The defroster turns off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, push the control again. 36 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Mode selector: Press to select 2 (Floor) between air flow to the ...overhead registers of the second and third row seating. Temperature control: 3 1 Determines temperature levels. directs air to make the desired adjustments. 1. R The ignition must be in the ON position to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. • A small LED will operate at a full cool ...
... direction of the airflow to the OFF position. The defroster turns off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, push the control again. 36 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Mode selector: Press to select 2 (Floor) between air flow to the ...overhead registers of the second and third row seating. Temperature control: 3 1 Determines temperature levels. directs air to make the desired adjustments. 1. R The ignition must be in the ON position to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. • A small LED will operate at a full cool ...
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... the foglamps. A Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) To activate DRL: • the ignition must be set to: • turn on the lamps automatically at night • turn the autolamps on the headlamp control, may be disengaged. 37 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Pull headlamp control towards...
... the foglamps. A Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) To activate DRL: • the ignition must be set to: • turn on the lamps automatically at night • turn the autolamps on the headlamp control, may be disengaged. 37 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Pull headlamp control towards...
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...adjuster control. 6. Note: Use a 4 mm socket or box wrench to adjust up until the courtesy lamps come on and off at the lamp. 40 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Horizontal aiming is not required for each headlamp. OFF INT2 INT1 OFF INTERIOR LAMPS Dome/...reading lamps The dome lamp lights when: • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF. Locate the vertical adjuster for this vehicle and is rotated up ). TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down ) or counterclockwise (to turn ...
...adjuster control. 6. Note: Use a 4 mm socket or box wrench to adjust up until the courtesy lamps come on and off at the lamp. 40 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Horizontal aiming is not required for each headlamp. OFF INT2 INT1 OFF INTERIOR LAMPS Dome/...reading lamps The dome lamp lights when: • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF. Locate the vertical adjuster for this vehicle and is rotated up ). TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down ) or counterclockwise (to turn ...
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... ON position, the rear dome lamp can be turned on when the headlamp control is rotated fully up or when a door is opened. With the ignition in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the... Park/turn lamps (front) Headlamp high beam Headlamp low beam Rear stop/turn/tail lamps Number of bulbs 2 2 2 2 Trade number 3457 9005 9006 3157K 41 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... ON position, the rear dome lamp can be turned on when the headlamp control is rotated fully up or when a door is opened. With the ignition in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the... Park/turn lamps (front) Headlamp high beam Headlamp low beam Rear stop/turn/tail lamps Number of bulbs 2 2 2 2 Trade number 3457 9005 9006 3157K 41 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... the bottom part of the rocker switch to open fully without holding the control down on AUTO and release quickly. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The ignition must be used for the driver's press the left mirror. 2. Return to the center position to stop. Press again to lock mirrors in the ACC... adjust the left side of the control. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof may be in place. 52 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window...
... the bottom part of the rocker switch to open fully without holding the control down on AUTO and release quickly. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The ignition must be used for the driver's press the left mirror. 2. Return to the center position to stop. Press again to lock mirrors in the ACC... adjust the left side of the control. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof may be in place. 52 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window...
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...) These controls allow you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your vehicle's previously set speed memory is erased. Audio control features Press to select: AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE (if equipped), CD (if equipped), or DVD (if equipped). 57 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Note: When...
...) These controls allow you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your vehicle's previously set speed memory is erased. Audio control features Press to select: AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE (if equipped), CD (if equipped), or DVD (if equipped). 57 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Note: When...
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... let children play with a single built-in the garage. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of the radio-frequency signal. 60 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Note: Some vehicles may seriously hurt themselves. It is also suggested that ...a new battery be sure that lacks safety stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. They may require the ignition switch to be erased for future programming procedures (i.e. HOMELINKா WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink Wireless Control System, ...
... let children play with a single built-in the garage. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of the radio-frequency signal. 60 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Note: Some vehicles may seriously hurt themselves. It is also suggested that ...a new battery be sure that lacks safety stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. They may require the ignition switch to be erased for future programming procedures (i.e. HOMELINKா WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink Wireless Control System, ...
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Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on maps. Refer to the ON position. 3 2 4 5 1 15 14 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 64 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Compass zone adjustment 1. Turn ignition to Compass calibration adjustment in the instrument cluster and displays all the time. Usually, when something affects the compass...
Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on maps. Refer to the ON position. 3 2 4 5 1 15 14 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 64 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Compass zone adjustment 1. Turn ignition to Compass calibration adjustment in the instrument cluster and displays all the time. Usually, when something affects the compass...