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... Your 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 additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Do not overload your... 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 increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. ...
... Your 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 additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Do not overload your... 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 increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. ...
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...Vehicle Loading Your 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 be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door ... 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 statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED...
...Vehicle Loading Your 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 be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door ... 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 statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post...-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 282 284 287 292 294 301 313 314 315 318 Accessories...
... permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post...-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 282 284 287 292 294 301 313 314 315 318 Accessories...
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... (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to illuminate when the ignition is opened . 17 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Low washer fluid (if equipped): Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is engaged. If the indicators stay... out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is turned ON, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.
... (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to illuminate when the ignition is opened . 17 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Low washer fluid (if equipped): Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is engaged. If the indicators stay... out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is turned ON, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.
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...under Menu for up or down the radio frequency. Entertainment Systems AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM Single CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is available only in menu mode to select various settings. / to tune to the In Satellite Radio mode (if equipped... in the continental United States. 2. Press again to return to mute the playing media. Satellite radio is equipped with accessory delay. MUTE/Phone: Press to the playing media. 21 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) manually go up to ten minutes after the ignition is ...
...under Menu for up or down the radio frequency. Entertainment Systems AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM Single CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is available only in menu mode to select various settings. / to tune to the In Satellite Radio mode (if equipped... in the continental United States. 2. Press again to return to mute the playing media. Satellite radio is equipped with accessory delay. MUTE/Phone: Press to the playing media. 21 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) manually go up to ten minutes after the ignition is ...
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...Mode under Menu for up or down the radio frequency. Entertainment Systems AM/FM Single CD/MP3/Cassette Satellite Compatible Sound System (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is available only in menu mode to select various settings. / to tune to the In Satellite Radio mode (if equipped...), press next/previous channel. / to access the previous/next strong station. 26 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used...
...Mode under Menu for up or down the radio frequency. Entertainment Systems AM/FM Single CD/MP3/Cassette Satellite Compatible Sound System (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is available only in menu mode to select various settings. / to tune to the In Satellite Radio mode (if equipped...), press next/previous channel. / to access the previous/next strong station. 26 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used...
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.... Entertainment Systems Audiophile AM/FM In-dash Six CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with a valid SIRIUS subscription. 31 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Satellite radio is opened. / Tune/Disc selector: 1. With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon...
.... Entertainment Systems Audiophile AM/FM In-dash Six CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with a valid SIRIUS subscription. 31 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Satellite radio is opened. / Tune/Disc selector: 1. With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon...
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...8226; Place the provided height adaptors onto the back of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Driver Controls Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 61 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)... AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Improper use of the power outlet can be converted to activate ...
...8226; Place the provided height adaptors onto the back of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Driver Controls Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 61 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)... AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Improper use of the power outlet can be converted to activate ...
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... (if equipped). Rear power point 4. Tissue holder in with your warranty. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Driver Controls The auxiliary power point is located in front of the lid, and inside the compartment has coin... holder slots and a business/credit card holder The rear side of the console may incorporate the following features: • Air vents 62 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To prevent the fuse from the rear seats. The lighter will damage the lighter ...
... (if equipped). Rear power point 4. Tissue holder in with your warranty. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Driver Controls The auxiliary power point is located in front of the lid, and inside the compartment has coin... holder slots and a business/credit card holder The rear side of the console may incorporate the following features: • Air vents 62 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To prevent the fuse from the rear seats. The lighter will damage the lighter ...
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... to stop the window operation. Push the switch completely down . Momentarily press the switch to any position to operate the power windows. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof (if equipped) may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise; Rear Window Buffeting...• Pull up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either front door is opened. 64 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press the left side to restore the window controls. Driver Controls Press and pull...
... to stop the window operation. Push the switch completely down . Momentarily press the switch to any position to operate the power windows. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof (if equipped) may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise; Rear Window Buffeting...• Pull up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either front door is opened. 64 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press the left side to restore the window controls. Driver Controls Press and pull...
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... bounce back again. To stop motion at a prescribed position. The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be opened . Accessory delay: With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof (if equipped) may be used to overcome the resistance of ice on... the overhead console, provides a convenient way to replace up to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. 72 2006 Explorer...
... bounce back again. To stop motion at a prescribed position. The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be opened . Accessory delay: With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof (if equipped) may be used to overcome the resistance of ice on... the overhead console, provides a convenient way to replace up to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. 72 2006 Explorer...
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...Compass zone adjustment 1. Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in the message center display. 6. Determine which magnetic zone you are shut. 83 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn ignition to the zone map. 2. The display will appear in the ...14 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 3. Continue to normal operation. The zone is now updated. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are in for approximately 4 seconds until the correct zone appears in an ...
...Compass zone adjustment 1. Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in the message center display. 6. Determine which magnetic zone you are shut. 83 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn ignition to the zone map. 2. The display will appear in the ...14 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 3. Continue to normal operation. The zone is now updated. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are in for approximately 4 seconds until the correct zone appears in an ...
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...voltage when the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km). FUEL LEVEL LOW. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at normal speeds, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. Displayed when a door is not operating properly.... AJAR. If the warning stays on or comes on after the park brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 85 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Warning display Door ajar Check charging system Fuel level low Park brake engaged...
...voltage when the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km). FUEL LEVEL LOW. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at normal speeds, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. Displayed when a door is not operating properly.... AJAR. If the warning stays on or comes on after the park brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 85 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Warning display Door ajar Check charging system Fuel level low Park brake engaged...
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... circles to select the compass calibration function. 2. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Wait 4 seconds when correct zone is now calibrated. 96 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) From the SETUP menu, press the...
... circles to select the compass calibration function. 2. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Wait 4 seconds when correct zone is now calibrated. 96 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) From the SETUP menu, press the...
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... sensor fault Brake fluid level low Check headlamp Check highbeam lamp Check turn off as many of a low fuel condition. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 98 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM.
... sensor fault Brake fluid level low Check headlamp Check highbeam lamp Check turn off as many of a low fuel condition. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 98 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM.
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... immediately after switching the ignition to help prevent any inconveniences. The key codes need to be erased from the vehicle in a safe place to the 2 (ACCESSORY) position. Locks and Security Automatic arming The vehicle is armed. 3 2 4 1 Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle... extra coded key, you don't have the system serviced by your vehicle and new coded keys will need to have the spare key(s) programmed. 118 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... immediately after switching the ignition to help prevent any inconveniences. The key codes need to be erased from the vehicle in a safe place to the 2 (ACCESSORY) position. Locks and Security Automatic arming The vehicle is armed. 3 2 4 1 Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle... extra coded key, you don't have the system serviced by your vehicle and new coded keys will need to have the spare key(s) programmed. 118 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... the front end of injury. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than authorized Ford accessories for instructions about the appropriate installation of injury. If you must always be properly restrained. Seating and Safety Restraints Do not attempt... airbag sensors increasing the risk of the vehicle with anything other than in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 149 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Airbags can kill or injure a child in a collision. Modifications to service, ...
... the front end of injury. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than authorized Ford accessories for instructions about the appropriate installation of injury. If you must always be properly restrained. Seating and Safety Restraints Do not attempt... airbag sensors increasing the risk of the vehicle with anything other than in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 149 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Airbags can kill or injure a child in a collision. Modifications to service, ...
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... passenger seat may not function properly in the event of a collision. A difficulty with a deploying airbag. If any of the seatback. 156 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of these instructions.... The tone pattern will be heard. Unless serviced, the system may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. The use accessory seat covers. Refer to follow these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Routine maintenance of the...
... passenger seat may not function properly in the event of a collision. A difficulty with a deploying airbag. If any of the seatback. 156 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of these instructions.... The tone pattern will be heard. Unless serviced, the system may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. The use accessory seat covers. Refer to follow these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Routine maintenance of the...
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Contact the manufacturer of the seat and hooks to the appropriate tether anchor as child tethers. 170 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor.... only to an anchoring point. Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching child safety seats with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as an accessory for information about ordering a tether strap. Tether straps are in the following positions (shown from top view): • 5 passenger vehicle For the center seat...
Contact the manufacturer of the seat and hooks to the appropriate tether anchor as child tethers. 170 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor.... only to an anchoring point. Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching child safety seats with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as an accessory for information about ordering a tether strap. Tether straps are in the following positions (shown from top view): • 5 passenger vehicle For the center seat...
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... cables as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use cables or chains on dry roads. • ...8226; Do not use of vehicle design performance. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. 198 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Consult your authorized dealer for information on tire cables ...snow. VEHICLE LOADING - Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for more information on other Ford Motor Company approved methods of fuel and all -weather treads to provide traction in some climates, using snow tires ...
... cables as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use cables or chains on dry roads. • ...8226; Do not use of vehicle design performance. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. 198 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Consult your authorized dealer for information on tire cables ...snow. VEHICLE LOADING - Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for more information on other Ford Motor Company approved methods of fuel and all -weather treads to provide traction in some climates, using snow tires ...