Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
Page 14
... a tire pressure at which the maximum load can cause a corresponding drop of tire failures. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is the most common cause of 7 kPa (1 psi) in tire inflation pressure. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the...
... a tire pressure at which the maximum load can cause a corresponding drop of tire failures. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is the most common cause of 7 kPa (1 psi) in tire inflation pressure. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
Page 38
... increases even after driving short distances, so try to loss of 7 kPa (1 psi) in tire inflation pressure. If you drive. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve. 14 It is normal for... with under -inflated. Never "bleed" or reduce air pressure when tires are checking tire pressure when the tire is not required by federal law. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of tire failures. Note: If you...
... increases even after driving short distances, so try to loss of 7 kPa (1 psi) in tire inflation pressure. If you drive. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve. 14 It is normal for... with under -inflated. Never "bleed" or reduce air pressure when tires are checking tire pressure when the tire is not required by federal law. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of tire failures. Note: If you...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 15
... ON while driving, the temperature of the engine may be checked. Refer to Engine coolant in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. For more 15 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster • Optional instrument cluster Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below ...the normal range. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. If the light remains ON at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be too high, refer to Engine coolant in the ...
... ON while driving, the temperature of the engine may be checked. Refer to Engine coolant in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. For more 15 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster • Optional instrument cluster Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below ...the normal range. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. If the light remains ON at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be too high, refer to Engine coolant in the ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 19
... temperature. Press the control again to Metric. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message...hold the control again until the trip reading is running or hot. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is 0.0 miles. 19 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. • Standard ...
... temperature. Press the control again to Metric. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message...hold the control again until the trip reading is running or hot. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is 0.0 miles. 19 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. • Standard ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 41
...vehicle. Operating tips • To reduce fog build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the airflow to the rear seats. 41 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the interior air is shut out and the... odors from entering the vehicle. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. Note: Some airflow will come out of the small vents near the side windows. : Distributes outside air through the floor vents...
...vehicle. Operating tips • To reduce fog build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the airflow to the rear seats. 41 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the interior air is shut out and the... odors from entering the vehicle. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. Note: Some airflow will come out of the small vents near the side windows. : Distributes outside air through the floor vents...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 42
...the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in panel ( ) mode: • Select MAX A/C mode. For maximum cooling performance in a collision or sudden stop. . 42 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Set the fan speed to highest setting. Select 2. Set the ... • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • To improve the A/C cool down when the vehicle interior is significantly warmer than the outside temperature, drive with A/C to provide a cooler airflow. • Move the temperature ...
...the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in panel ( ) mode: • Select MAX A/C mode. For maximum cooling performance in a collision or sudden stop. . 42 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Set the fan speed to highest setting. Select 2. Set the ... • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • To improve the A/C cool down when the vehicle interior is significantly warmer than the outside temperature, drive with A/C to provide a cooler airflow. • Move the temperature ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 43
Recirculation control: Cools the vehicle more quickly by recirculating the cabin air instead of the vehicle when in the display. 4. Rear defroster control: R Removes ice and fog from entering the vehicle. The passenger temperature will appear in dual zone mode. Press to turn on /off. 43 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
Recirculation control: Cools the vehicle more quickly by recirculating the cabin air instead of the vehicle when in the display. 4. Rear defroster control: R Removes ice and fog from entering the vehicle. The passenger temperature will appear in dual zone mode. Press to turn on /off. 43 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 44
DUAL 6. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. : Distributes outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to manually determine where airflow is shut out and OFF the fan will 8. Note: Some airflow will not operate. ..., press AUTO. 14. come out of their individual temperature settings (dual zone control). When DUAL zone is pressed, controls the driver's side temperature. 44 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) vents. 10. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents 7. Driver's side temperature control: ...
DUAL 6. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. : Distributes outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to manually determine where airflow is shut out and OFF the fan will 8. Note: Some airflow will not operate. ..., press AUTO. 14. come out of their individual temperature settings (dual zone control). When DUAL zone is pressed, controls the driver's side temperature. 44 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) vents. 10. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents 7. Driver's side temperature control: ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 45
..., ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for a period of the instrument panel. 45 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Operating tips • To reduce fog build up the vehicle... outside air temperature. the air flow selector in the • To reduce humidity build up or until the EXT control is pressed again. For maximum cooling performance: • Select and A/C and recirculated air. Climate Controls 15. Select A/C. 3.
..., ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for a period of the instrument panel. 45 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Operating tips • To reduce fog build up the vehicle... outside air temperature. the air flow selector in the • To reduce humidity build up or until the EXT control is pressed again. For maximum cooling performance: • Select and A/C and recirculated air. Climate Controls 15. Select A/C. 3.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 46
Mode selector: Press to select (floor) air flow direction to or (panel). • • directs air to quickly heat or cool the entire vehicle. Fan control: Determines fan speed levels. These auxiliary controls, located in a collision or sudden stop. Climate Controls Do not place objects on ... system is equipped with an auxiliary climate system. directs air to the overhead registers of the instrument panel as these objects may be unavailable. 46 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Mode selector: Press to select (floor) air flow direction to or (panel). • • directs air to quickly heat or cool the entire vehicle. Fan control: Determines fan speed levels. These auxiliary controls, located in a collision or sudden stop. Climate Controls Do not place objects on ... system is equipped with an auxiliary climate system. directs air to the overhead registers of the instrument panel as these objects may be unavailable. 46 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 182
... section for each tire, including the spare. INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U.S. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of a recall. 182 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading If you drive. driven more than the other objects embedded that could be... the valve on the sidewall of the front and rear inflation pressure as you are no gouges, cuts or bulges. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are hot. 2.
... section for each tire, including the spare. INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U.S. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of a recall. 182 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading If you drive. driven more than the other objects embedded that could be... the valve on the sidewall of the front and rear inflation pressure as you are no gouges, cuts or bulges. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are hot. 2.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 210
... rating or transmission damage may overheat and become less effective. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight. 210 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may occur. Servicing after towing If you are towing... on a trip to get the feel of towing a trailer, and don't make wider turns so the trailer wheels will also assist in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the normal range.
... rating or transmission damage may overheat and become less effective. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight. 210 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may occur. Servicing after towing If you are towing... on a trip to get the feel of towing a trailer, and don't make wider turns so the trailer wheels will also assist in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the normal range.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 211
...any combination of the rear bumper. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to the trailer after the trailer is suspected or repair required. 211 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If you must park on a grade. Exceeding these limits may allow water... bottom edge of these factors, consider refilling your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow waves to the components. • affecting driveability, emissions and ...
...any combination of the rear bumper. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to the trailer after the trailer is suspected or repair required. 211 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If you must park on a grade. Exceeding these limits may allow water... bottom edge of these factors, consider refilling your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow waves to the components. • affecting driveability, emissions and ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 218
...sand or very deep snow, switching off the AdvanceTrac with RSC stability enhancement feature will restore full engine power and will flash momentarily. 218 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Excessive wheel spin is on the brake pedal, you may be beneficial so ... not affected by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Anti-lock braking, RSC and ESC are allowed to spin. When the brakes have cooled down, the system will function normally during this condition and will again function normally. Traction Control is severe and your vehicle maintain traction...
...sand or very deep snow, switching off the AdvanceTrac with RSC stability enhancement feature will restore full engine power and will flash momentarily. 218 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Excessive wheel spin is on the brake pedal, you may be beneficial so ... not affected by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Anti-lock braking, RSC and ESC are allowed to spin. When the brakes have cooled down, the system will function normally during this condition and will again function normally. Traction Control is severe and your vehicle maintain traction...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 262
... the disabled vehicle as this could result in loss of the wheel. Park the booster vehicle close to the hub are tight and level. 262 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hood of the disabled vehicle making... contacts the hub, apply a thin film of grease or anti-seize compound on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Automatic transmissions do not have firm and/or soft shifts. An explosion could damage the vehicle's electrical system. 3. doing...
... the disabled vehicle as this could result in loss of the wheel. Park the booster vehicle close to the hub are tight and level. 262 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hood of the disabled vehicle making... contacts the hub, apply a thin film of grease or anti-seize compound on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Automatic transmissions do not have firm and/or soft shifts. An explosion could damage the vehicle's electrical system. 3. doing...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 275
...detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. Exterior chrome • Wash the vehicle first, using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as you would a wax to strong, direct sunlight. •...for a few minutes, then wipe off as soon as possible. • If your vehicle is equipped with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is "hot ...accessories, such as they can scratch the chrome surface. 275 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These products can damage any painted surface;
...detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. Exterior chrome • Wash the vehicle first, using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as you would a wax to strong, direct sunlight. •...for a few minutes, then wipe off as soon as possible. • If your vehicle is equipped with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is "hot ...accessories, such as they can scratch the chrome surface. 275 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These products can damage any painted surface;
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 286
...Do not use any special washer fluid such as the windshield. 286 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) They ... you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C), use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is low.... Do not put washer fluid in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components. Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to Lubricant specifications later ...
...Do not use any special washer fluid such as the windshield. 286 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) They ... you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C), use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is low.... Do not put washer fluid in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components. Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to Lubricant specifications later ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 296
...you can be added, in this instance, the cooling system must be burned if you badly. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, with a 50/50 mixture... additives to reach a vehicle service location. Water alone (without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from a hot cooling system can result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may darken the ... is a 50/50 mixture of the engine coolant. 296 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
...you can be added, in this instance, the cooling system must be burned if you badly. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, with a 50/50 mixture... additives to reach a vehicle service location. Water alone (without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from a hot cooling system can result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may darken the ... is a 50/50 mixture of the engine coolant. 296 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 297
... For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle). Replace the cap. Your cooling system may take several drains and additions to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the reservoir. Add the proper mixture of engine coolant... to bring the liquid level to Checking engine coolant section. steam and hot liquid can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 297 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When you are heard). (Cap must be checked the next few times you...
... For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle). Replace the cap. Your cooling system may take several drains and additions to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the reservoir. Add the proper mixture of engine coolant... to bring the liquid level to Checking engine coolant section. steam and hot liquid can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 297 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When you are heard). (Cap must be checked the next few times you...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
Page 298
...may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to maintain the coolant concentration above 60% will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which ... with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Maintenance and Specifications Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. 298 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) ...
...may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to maintain the coolant concentration above 60% will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which ... with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Maintenance and Specifications Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. 298 2006 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) ...