Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... the steering wheel from concealed objects such as possible. If you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. Instead, shift to your route before driving off -road operation, make sure you choose to avoid personal injury and vehicle damage from the outside. Avoid reducing the tire pressure. To maintain better control and avoid injury to a lower gear and drive steadily...
... the steering wheel from concealed objects such as possible. If you re-inflate the tires as soon as rocks and stumps. Instead, shift to your route before driving off -road operation, make sure you choose to avoid personal injury and vehicle damage from the outside. Avoid reducing the tire pressure. To maintain better control and avoid injury to a lower gear and drive steadily...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to slide and swing around. Proceed slowly to rotating tires, wheels and driveshafts. Using tire chains will help . Read and follow these safe off -road on the rear tires. Driving Off-Road Driving in mud Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed...
... the brakes faster by driving the vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. This will also help prevent spinning the wheels while maintaining sufficient momentum to slide and swing around. Proceed slowly to rotating tires, wheels and driveshafts. Using tire chains will help . Read and follow these safe off -road on the rear tires. Driving Off-Road Driving in mud Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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... braking control of land-use regulations and responsibilities in abrupt steering wheel motion. Do not grip the spokes. Instead, shift to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly". Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. If you choose to increase public awareness of your vehicle with caution. 9 Avoid reducing the tire pressure. Driving...
... braking control of land-use regulations and responsibilities in abrupt steering wheel motion. Do not grip the spokes. Instead, shift to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly". Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. If you choose to increase public awareness of your vehicle with caution. 9 Avoid reducing the tire pressure. Driving...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Failure to -Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle. Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties...
... as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Failure to -Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle. Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... warning may appear when towing heavy loads or when driving in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Driver Controls Warning display Check engine temperature Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure Warning-tire very low (if equipped) ETC-engine failsafe mode Check tire pressure (if equipped) Tire pressure monitor fault (if equipped) Tire pressure sensor...
... warning may appear when towing heavy loads or when driving in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Driver Controls Warning display Check engine temperature Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure Warning-tire very low (if equipped) ETC-engine failsafe mode Check tire pressure (if equipped) Tire pressure monitor fault (if equipped) Tire pressure sensor...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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.... Use of coded key may be taken to your dealer. Locks and Security SECURILOCKி PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. The use of the wrong type of these objects from the coded key and restart the engine. Refer to Programming spare keys for service. 108 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002...
.... Use of coded key may be taken to your dealer. Locks and Security SECURILOCKி PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. The use of the wrong type of these objects from the coded key and restart the engine. Refer to Programming spare keys for service. 108 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... excessive shifting, use a lower gear. The speed control may indicate higher than normal coolant temperatures. Refer to the normal range. Servicing after towing If you are towing on most towed vehicles. Never connect any trailer lighting to the Driving with a 5-speed automatic transmission section in fire. This will require more information. 197 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are working. Tires, Wheels and Loading Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system...
... excessive shifting, use a lower gear. The speed control may indicate higher than normal coolant temperatures. Refer to the normal range. Servicing after towing If you are towing on most towed vehicles. Never connect any trailer lighting to the Driving with a 5-speed automatic transmission section in fire. This will require more information. 197 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are working. Tires, Wheels and Loading Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle with trailers should not be checked or changed unless a leak is removed from the water. Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to a lower gear. If you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts...
... turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle with trailers should not be checked or changed unless a leak is removed from the water. Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to a lower gear. If you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... cranking times, rough idle or hesitation until the key turns freely. See Choosing the right fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on ethanol. 202 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This condition may occur. If summer grade ethanol is used in the air intake system. Do not use starting fluid such as with unleaded gasoline). If the engine still...
... cranking times, rough idle or hesitation until the key turns freely. See Choosing the right fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on ethanol. 202 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This condition may occur. If summer grade ethanol is used in the air intake system. Do not use starting fluid such as with unleaded gasoline). If the engine still...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents, are covered (some exclusions apply, such...
... assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents, are covered (some exclusions apply, such...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...-67 rear ...66 Controls power seat ...113 steering column ...74 Coolant checking and adding ...273 refill capacities ...277, 295 specifications ...297, 299 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...55 Defrost rear window ...53 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...291 engine oil ...265 Doors lubricant specifications ...297 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...293 Driving under special conditions ...214, 219, 222 sand ...221 snow and ice ...224 through water ...222, 225 Dual automatic temperature control (DATC) ...48 DVD system...
...-67 rear ...66 Controls power seat ...113 steering column ...74 Coolant checking and adding ...273 refill capacities ...277, 295 specifications ...297, 299 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...55 Defrost rear window ...53 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...291 engine oil ...265 Doors lubricant specifications ...297 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...293 Driving under special conditions ...214, 219, 222 sand ...221 snow and ice ...224 through water ...222, 225 Dual automatic temperature control (DATC) ...48 DVD system...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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Index service points ...263-264 starting after a collision ...227 Engine block heater ...203 Engine oil ...265 checking and adding ...265 dipstick ...265 filter, specifications ...269, 294 recommendations ...269 refill capacities ...295 specifications ...297, 299 Exhaust fumes ...203 F Fail safe cooling ...278 Floor mats ...95 Fluid capacities ...295 Foglamps ...54 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...216 driving off road ...218 indicator light ...216 preparing to drive your vehicle ...209 Fuel ...279 calculating fuel economy ...86, 284 cap ...283 capacity ...295 choosing...
Index service points ...263-264 starting after a collision ...227 Engine block heater ...203 Engine oil ...265 checking and adding ...265 dipstick ...265 filter, specifications ...269, 294 recommendations ...269 refill capacities ...295 specifications ...297, 299 Exhaust fumes ...203 F Fail safe cooling ...278 Floor mats ...95 Fluid capacities ...295 Foglamps ...54 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...216 driving off road ...218 indicator light ...216 preparing to drive your vehicle ...209 Fuel ...279 calculating fuel economy ...86, 284 cap ...283 capacity ...295 choosing...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... connect any trailer lighting to your vehicle will also assist in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge in fire. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are towing on most towed vehicles. This will require more information. 197 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to the Driving with a 5-speed automatic transmission section in proper trailer tow wiring installation. Tires, Wheels and Loading Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system...
... connect any trailer lighting to your vehicle will also assist in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge in fire. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are towing on most towed vehicles. This will require more information. 197 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to the Driving with a 5-speed automatic transmission section in proper trailer tow wiring installation. Tires, Wheels and Loading Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery (2.0 gallons [7.5L], maximum two occurrences within 12 month period) • towing of the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership (one tow per disablement). U.S. The service is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. Lincoln vehicle...
... cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery (2.0 gallons [7.5L], maximum two occurrences within 12 month period) • towing of the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership (one tow per disablement). U.S. The service is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. Lincoln vehicle...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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...-67 rear ...66 Controls power seat ...113 steering column ...74 Coolant checking and adding ...273 refill capacities ...277, 295 specifications ...297, 299 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...55 Defrost rear window ...53 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...291 engine oil ...265 Doors lubricant specifications ...297 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...293 Driving under special conditions ...214, 219, 222 sand ...221 snow and ice ...224 through water ...222, 225 Dual automatic temperature control (DATC) ...48 DVD system...
...-67 rear ...66 Controls power seat ...113 steering column ...74 Coolant checking and adding ...273 refill capacities ...277, 295 specifications ...297, 299 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...55 Defrost rear window ...53 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...291 engine oil ...265 Doors lubricant specifications ...297 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...293 Driving under special conditions ...214, 219, 222 sand ...221 snow and ice ...224 through water ...222, 225 Dual automatic temperature control (DATC) ...48 DVD system...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... Heating heating and air conditioning system ...46, 48 Homelink wireless control system ...77 309 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index service points ...263-264 starting after a collision ...227 Engine block heater ...203 Engine oil ...265 checking and adding ...265 dipstick ...265 filter, specifications ...269, 294 recommendations ...269 refill capacities ...295 specifications ...297, 299 Exhaust fumes ...203 F Fail safe cooling ...278 Floor mats ...95 Fluid capacities ...295 Foglamps ...54 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...216 driving...
... Heating heating and air conditioning system ...46, 48 Homelink wireless control system ...77 309 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index service points ...263-264 starting after a collision ...227 Engine block heater ...203 Engine oil ...265 checking and adding ...265 dipstick ...265 filter, specifications ...269, 294 recommendations ...269 refill capacities ...295 specifications ...297, 299 Exhaust fumes ...203 F Fail safe cooling ...278 Floor mats ...95 Fluid capacities ...295 Foglamps ...54 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...216 driving...
Roadside Assistance Card 1st Printing
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... Tire Change 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-241-3673 Roadside Assistance Warranty Towing Non-warranty Towing Collision Towing Battery Jump-start Fuel Delivery Lock-out Assistance Flat Tire Change Roadside Assistance is honored throughout the 50 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico and Canada, and is available 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The services available are available to -bumper warranty period (3 years or 36,000 miles...
... Tire Change 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-241-3673 Roadside Assistance Warranty Towing Non-warranty Towing Collision Towing Battery Jump-start Fuel Delivery Lock-out Assistance Flat Tire Change Roadside Assistance is honored throughout the 50 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico and Canada, and is available 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The services available are available to -bumper warranty period (3 years or 36,000 miles...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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... NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for flow (5.4L 3V and 6.8L 3V engines). Change rear axle lubricant on CD4E). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator). Replace engine air filter. Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter (except CVT; Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if...
... NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for flow (5.4L 3V and 6.8L 3V engines). Change rear axle lubricant on CD4E). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator). Replace engine air filter. Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter (except CVT; Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if...
Warranty Guide 7th Printing
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... Motor Company or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company covers the engine and these components: cylinder block, heads and all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds, timing gear, harmonic balancer, valve covers, oil pan and pump, water pump, fuel system (excluding fuel lines and fuel tank), high pressure lines, gaskets and seals, glow plugs, turbocharger, powertrain control module, electronic driver unit, injectors, injection pressure sensor, high pressure oil regulator, exhaust back pressure regulator and sensor, camshaft position sensor, accelerator switch. where there is no factory...
... Motor Company or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company covers the engine and these components: cylinder block, heads and all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds, timing gear, harmonic balancer, valve covers, oil pan and pump, water pump, fuel system (excluding fuel lines and fuel tank), high pressure lines, gaskets and seals, glow plugs, turbocharger, powertrain control module, electronic driver unit, injectors, injection pressure sensor, high pressure oil regulator, exhaust back pressure regulator and sensor, camshaft position sensor, accelerator switch. where there is no factory...
Warranty Guide 7th Printing
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... required by a warranty repair) for an extended period of miles driven • Brake pad/lining replacements • wheel alignments and tire balare not covered beyond 12 ancing (unless required by a warmonths or 18,000 miles, whichranty repair) are converted to under or over inflation, tire chain use, racing, spinning (as when stuck in service or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first, even though caused by maintenance and wear...
... required by a warranty repair) for an extended period of miles driven • Brake pad/lining replacements • wheel alignments and tire balare not covered beyond 12 ancing (unless required by a warmonths or 18,000 miles, whichranty repair) are converted to under or over inflation, tire chain use, racing, spinning (as when stuck in service or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first, even though caused by maintenance and wear...
