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...loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR ...LBS" to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits...
...loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR ...LBS" to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits...
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...In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. ... Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle...
...In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. ... Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications ...Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 261 263 265 271 273 279 292 294 295 297 Accessories Index ...
...is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications ...Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 261 263 265 271 273 279 292 294 295 297 Accessories Index ...
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... the ON position and any door is opened. 13 4x4 LOW 4x4 HIGH 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is open. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds...
... the ON position and any door is opened. 13 4x4 LOW 4x4 HIGH 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is open. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds...
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... point is not running. To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of accessory or accessory bracket from being used. 68 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not hang any other object in the floor console. Always keep the power...: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the side window and extend it rearward for accessory plugs only.
... point is not running. To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of accessory or accessory bracket from being used. 68 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not hang any other object in the floor console. Always keep the power...: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the side window and extend it rearward for accessory plugs only.
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... the proximity of the rocker switch to be released from the rear seats. Driver Controls Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets... auxiliary power point (if equipped) A second auxiliary power point is ready to close the window. One touch down Allows the driver's window to stop. 69 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... the proximity of the rocker switch to be released from the rear seats. Driver Controls Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets... auxiliary power point (if equipped) A second auxiliary power point is ready to close the window. One touch down Allows the driver's window to stop. 69 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...controls except for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is frozen in the ACC or ON position to tilt the mirror. 3. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof may be in place. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in ... side of the control. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to the glass and mirrors. 70 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The ignition must be used for the driver's press the left mirror....
...controls except for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is frozen in the ACC or ON position to tilt the mirror. 3. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof may be in place. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in ... side of the control. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to the glass and mirrors. 70 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The ignition must be used for the driver's press the left mirror....
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... important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the top of status preceded by a long indicator chime. 83 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The system will flash and then return to hold down until CAL indicator turns off all electrical...
... important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the top of status preceded by a long indicator chime. 83 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The system will flash and then return to hold down until CAL indicator turns off all electrical...
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... slowly press RESET down again. 7. Press the SETUP control repeatedly until the message center display changes to start the compass calibration function. 85 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press the RESET control to show the current zone setting. 6. Refer to Compass...displayed on the message center. Driver Controls degrees between adjacent zones and will eliminate this section. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. To exit the zone setting mode press and...
... slowly press RESET down again. 7. Press the SETUP control repeatedly until the message center display changes to start the compass calibration function. 85 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press the RESET control to show the current zone setting. 6. Refer to Compass...displayed on the message center. Driver Controls degrees between adjacent zones and will eliminate this section. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. To exit the zone setting mode press and...
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...LOW OIL PRESSURE. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT (if equipped). If the warning stays on , have the system inspected by your servicing dealership. 92 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) ETC-ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE. Displayed when the electrical system is low and the brake...on your vehicle have low tire pressure. If this warning message is displayed, a warning chime will sound reminding you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Refer to Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires in the Maintenance and ...
...LOW OIL PRESSURE. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT (if equipped). If the warning stays on , have the system inspected by your servicing dealership. 92 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) ETC-ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE. Displayed when the electrical system is low and the brake...on your vehicle have low tire pressure. If this warning message is displayed, a warning chime will sound reminding you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Refer to Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires in the Maintenance and ...
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... key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you will need to have the spare key(s) programmed. 109 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to a dealership. Tips: •... an authorized dealer to be very costly. Replacing coded keys can be erased from the vehicle in a safe place to the 2 (ACCESSORY) position. Store an extra programmed key away from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to purchase additional spare or replacement keys....
... key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you will need to have the spare key(s) programmed. 109 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to a dealership. Tips: •... an authorized dealer to be very costly. Replacing coded keys can be erased from the vehicle in a safe place to the 2 (ACCESSORY) position. Store an extra programmed key away from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to purchase additional spare or replacement keys....
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... Additional equipment may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of additional equipment. 136 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Please refer to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end... Safety Restraints Never place your arm over the air bag module as you can result in serious arm fractures or other than authorized Ford accessories for your vehicle. Placing objects on or over the air bag module. To properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move ...
... Additional equipment may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of additional equipment. 136 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Please refer to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end... Safety Restraints Never place your arm over the air bag module as you can result in serious arm fractures or other than authorized Ford accessories for your vehicle. Placing objects on or over the air bag module. To properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move ...
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There should not be no more belt out). Attaching child safety seats with your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap. 150 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Before placing the child in the automatic locking mode (you should be able to pull more...and hooks to make sure the child seat is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 2 through 9. Tether straps are available as an accessory for proper installation. 10. If the retractor is properly secured before each use. Allow the safety belt to retract to make sure the retractor is...
There should not be no more belt out). Attaching child safety seats with your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap. 150 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Before placing the child in the automatic locking mode (you should be able to pull more...and hooks to make sure the child seat is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 2 through 9. Tether straps are available as an accessory for proper installation. 10. If the retractor is properly secured before each use. Allow the safety belt to retract to make sure the retractor is...
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Failure to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating 186 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford offers tire cables as the tires you hear the cables or chains rub or bang against the vehicle, stop and retighten them. If you currently... traction control. If this chapter. VEHICLE LOADING - Tires, Wheels and Loading interference, and (2) This device must be the same size and grade as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use cables or chains on dry roads. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire cables or chains on your vehicle...
Failure to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating 186 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford offers tire cables as the tires you hear the cables or chains rub or bang against the vehicle, stop and retighten them. If you currently... traction control. If this chapter. VEHICLE LOADING - Tires, Wheels and Loading interference, and (2) This device must be the same size and grade as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use cables or chains on dry roads. • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire cables or chains on your vehicle...
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... Class III/Class IV hitch is equipped with a standard Class II integrated hitch and requires only a draw bar and ball with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. Your vehicle is also available. For load specification terms found on the label, refer to Vehicle...3.73 LS 10240 (4645) 0-5760 (0-2613) III/IV towing 4.6L* Class III/IV 3.73/3.73 LS 11600 (5262) 0-7140 (0-3239 ) towing 194 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle. Towing trailers beyond the...
... Class III/Class IV hitch is equipped with a standard Class II integrated hitch and requires only a draw bar and ball with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. Your vehicle is also available. For load specification terms found on the label, refer to Vehicle...3.73 LS 10240 (4645) 0-5760 (0-2613) III/IV towing 4.6L* Class III/IV 3.73/3.73 LS 11600 (5262) 0-7140 (0-3239 ) towing 194 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle. Towing trailers beyond the...
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...; Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). Ford recommends the driveshaft be exceeded, you must be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. Rear Wheel Drive... all 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with any wheels on the ground as vehicle damage may occur. 199 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If a distance of 50 miles .... 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift transfer case (Neutral tow kit accessory): On vehicles equipped with 4WD, an accessory is available that your transmission is not damaged due to tow your...
...; Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). Ford recommends the driveshaft be exceeded, you must be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. Rear Wheel Drive... all 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with any wheels on the ground as vehicle damage may occur. 199 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If a distance of 50 miles .... 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift transfer case (Neutral tow kit accessory): On vehicles equipped with 4WD, an accessory is available that your transmission is not damaged due to tow your...
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ON, all accessories/locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 200 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Make sure all occupants buckle ... not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. Before starting the vehicle: 1. START, cranks the engine. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Release the key as soon as the radio to warm the engine. For more information on safety belts ...
ON, all accessories/locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to operate while the engine is set. 200 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Make sure all occupants buckle ... not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. Before starting the vehicle: 1. START, cranks the engine. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Release the key as soon as the radio to warm the engine. For more information on safety belts ...
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... Heated backlight relay coil, A/C clutch contact Heated seats 4x4 (switch) Overdrive cancel switch PATS Rear wiper module, Cluster Power mirror, Manual climate control, TPMS Delayed accessory relay coil/Battery saver coil and contact/Reading and glove box lamps Flexible fuel pump Restraint Control Module (RCM) Memory driver seat switch, Driver seat..., Body Security Module (BSM), PATS LED Instrument cluster, Compass, Flasher coil ABS, IVD Controller 231 18 19 20 10A 10A 5A 21 22 5A 10A 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... Heated backlight relay coil, A/C clutch contact Heated seats 4x4 (switch) Overdrive cancel switch PATS Rear wiper module, Cluster Power mirror, Manual climate control, TPMS Delayed accessory relay coil/Battery saver coil and contact/Reading and glove box lamps Flexible fuel pump Restraint Control Module (RCM) Memory driver seat switch, Driver seat..., Body Security Module (BSM), PATS LED Instrument cluster, Compass, Flasher coil ABS, IVD Controller 231 18 19 20 10A 10A 5A 21 22 5A 10A 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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Roadside Emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel (top side) These relays are located on the reverse side of this relay box. See your dealer or a certified technician for service of the passenger compartment fuse panel. Fuse/Relay Location Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7 Description Flasher Rear defrost Delayed accessory Open Battery saver Open Open 233 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Roadside Emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel (top side) These relays are located on the reverse side of this relay box. See your dealer or a certified technician for service of the passenger compartment fuse panel. Fuse/Relay Location Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7 Description Flasher Rear defrost Delayed accessory Open Battery saver Open Open 233 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...** 20A** 30A** 40A** 50A** 40A** 10A* 15A* 15A* Power Distribution Box Description PJB #1 BSM Not used Rear defrost Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) pump Delayed accessory, Power windows, Audio Power point #2 4x4 shift motor Power point #1 ABS module (valves) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Ignition relay, Starter relay Trailer tow battery charge..., Trailer tow turn signals Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Canada) Memory (PCM/DEATC/Cluster), Courtesy lamps Park lamps, Autolamp parklamps, Front foglamps relay coil 235 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
...** 20A** 30A** 40A** 50A** 40A** 10A* 15A* 15A* Power Distribution Box Description PJB #1 BSM Not used Rear defrost Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) pump Delayed accessory, Power windows, Audio Power point #2 4x4 shift motor Power point #1 ABS module (valves) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Ignition relay, Starter relay Trailer tow battery charge..., Trailer tow turn signals Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Canada) Memory (PCM/DEATC/Cluster), Courtesy lamps Park lamps, Autolamp parklamps, Front foglamps relay coil 235 2005 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)