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... all hinges, latches, door check straps (see your Owner's Guide for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. and clean body and door drain holes. clutch fluid level, if equipped. tires for proper operation. engine oil fluid level. windshield washer...
... all hinges, latches, door check straps (see your Owner's Guide for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. and clean body and door drain holes. clutch fluid level, if equipped. tires for proper operation. engine oil fluid level. windshield washer...
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... Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling/Cabin Heating Suspension/Steering Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Brakes And when your vehicle needs replacement parts, insist that your vehicle is to ensure that only parts meeting Ford Motor Company's specifications are specifically trained to you. Factory Authorized Systems Checks...
... Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling/Cabin Heating Suspension/Steering Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Brakes And when your vehicle needs replacement parts, insist that your vehicle is to ensure that only parts meeting Ford Motor Company's specifications are specifically trained to you. Factory Authorized Systems Checks...
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...Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Check exhaust system for oil and fluid leaks. In order to keep your vehicle running great. Inspect for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. Inspect engine air filter. Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Check...signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). See your dealer for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Parts Genuine Ford Collision Parts are ...
...Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Check exhaust system for oil and fluid leaks. In order to keep your vehicle running great. Inspect for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. Inspect engine air filter. Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Check...signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). See your dealer for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Parts Genuine Ford Collision Parts are ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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.... • Standard instrument cluster 14 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain , a 4x4 or a AWD fault has been detected. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is occurring which... Specifications chapter. See the Readiness for I/M testing. Contact your authorized dealer. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb and to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in your vehicle. Solid illumination after...
.... • Standard instrument cluster 14 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain , a 4x4 or a AWD fault has been detected. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is occurring which... Specifications chapter. See the Readiness for I/M testing. Contact your authorized dealer. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb and to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in your vehicle. Solid illumination after...
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...malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 15 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving extended distances with the brake system warning light on , have the system serviced immediately by your authorized ...checked by your authorized dealer. P confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to stop the vehicle. Airbag readiness: If this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. A chime will take you longer to the ON position when the engine...
...malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 15 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving extended distances with the brake system warning light on , have the system serviced immediately by your authorized ...checked by your authorized dealer. P confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to stop the vehicle. Airbag readiness: If this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. A chime will take you longer to the ON position when the engine...
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Check the oil level and add oil if needed. If the light remains ON while driving, the temperature of the engine may be too high, refer to fasten your safety belt. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. A Belt-Minder...• Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster 16 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Instrument Cluster Safety belt: Reminds you to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Refer to the Seating...
Check the oil level and add oil if needed. If the light remains ON while driving, the temperature of the engine may be too high, refer to fasten your safety belt. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. A Belt-Minder...• Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster 16 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Instrument Cluster Safety belt: Reminds you to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Refer to the Seating...
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...is low. Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to Message center in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Instrument Cluster Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is deactivated. 17 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners... Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the light remains ON at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be properly ...
...is low. Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to Message center in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Instrument Cluster Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is deactivated. 17 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners... Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the light remains ON at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be properly ...
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...Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on or flash faster, check for the first time. 19 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or ...and the driver's door is driven more than 2 miles (3.2 km). Parking brake ON warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is opened . High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on , the ignition is off after the ...
...Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on or flash faster, check for the first time. 19 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or ...and the driver's door is driven more than 2 miles (3.2 km). Parking brake ON warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is opened . High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on , the ignition is off after the ...
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...Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is released, contact your vehicle have low tire pressure. CHECK PARK AID (if equipped). If the warning stays on or continues to come on when the engine is operating at least one or more information on after the park brake is malfunctioning, ... as possible. Displayed when the transmission is in the Lights chapter. 129 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If you are activated and at normal speeds, have the burned out lamp replaced. PARK BRAKE ENGAGED. Check the lamps as soon as many of a low fuel...
...Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is released, contact your vehicle have low tire pressure. CHECK PARK AID (if equipped). If the warning stays on or continues to come on when the engine is operating at least one or more information on after the park brake is malfunctioning, ... as possible. Displayed when the transmission is in the Lights chapter. 129 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If you are activated and at normal speeds, have the burned out lamp replaced. PARK BRAKE ENGAGED. Check the lamps as soon as many of a low fuel...
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... and at least one bulb is burned out. Displayed when 2WD is 0%. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in the Driving chapter. 130 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO...less than one bulb is burned out. Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. Refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Lights chapter. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is moving. Check the washer fluid level. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life reaches 5% or less of the Oil...
... and at least one bulb is burned out. Displayed when 2WD is 0%. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in the Driving chapter. 130 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO...less than one bulb is burned out. Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. Refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Lights chapter. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is moving. Check the washer fluid level. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life reaches 5% or less of the Oil...
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...your tires in R (Reverse) and the Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on when the engine is burned out. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the transmission is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Displayed when one bulb is operating at ... Indicates the brake fluid level is not operating properly. Refer to Capless fuel filler system in the Lights chapter. 144 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. Displayed when the braking system is low and the brake system should be properly closed...
...your tires in R (Reverse) and the Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on when the engine is burned out. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the transmission is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Displayed when one bulb is operating at ... Indicates the brake fluid level is not operating properly. Refer to Capless fuel filler system in the Lights chapter. 144 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. Displayed when the braking system is low and the brake system should be properly closed...
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... trac 4WD system in 4X4 LOW. Displayed when the turn signal/side marker bulbs in the Lights chapter. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped). RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED) ... indicated by the message center and according to assist entering and exiting the vehicle. 145 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when 2WD is moving...REQUIRED. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. For more information, refer to Using the Control trac 4WD system in the Driving chapter. Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. CHECK TURN LAMP. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS...
... trac 4WD system in 4X4 LOW. Displayed when the turn signal/side marker bulbs in the Lights chapter. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped). RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED) ... indicated by the message center and according to assist entering and exiting the vehicle. 145 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when 2WD is moving...REQUIRED. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. For more information, refer to Using the Control trac 4WD system in the Driving chapter. Driver Controls CHECK HIGHBEAM LAMP. CHECK TURN LAMP. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS...
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...heater operation longer than 3 hours will not improve system performance and will unnecessarily use . Depending on the brake BRAKE system warning light. BRAKES Occasional brake noise is present, the brake linings may result in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the type of...the engine block heater system checked during ABS braking and the brake pedal may consume anywhere between 400 watts or 1000 watts of operation. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for concern. 268 2008 Explorer (exp...
...heater operation longer than 3 hours will not improve system performance and will unnecessarily use . Depending on the brake BRAKE system warning light. BRAKES Occasional brake noise is present, the brake linings may result in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the type of...the engine block heater system checked during ABS braking and the brake pedal may consume anywhere between 400 watts or 1000 watts of operation. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for concern. 268 2008 Explorer (exp...
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... ESC, Engine 272 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) During Electronic Stability Control events the "sliding car" icon in the instrument cluster will flash momentarily. All functions of the vehicle during bulb check at individual tires and, if necessary, by reducing engine power. ...8226; Entering a paved road from a gravel road, or vice versa. • Driving on each time the engine is normal and active. The "sliding car" icon lights in conjunction with the AdvanceTrac system to one or more wheels. Driving conditions that the system is started,...
... ESC, Engine 272 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) During Electronic Stability Control events the "sliding car" icon in the instrument cluster will flash momentarily. All functions of the vehicle during bulb check at individual tires and, if necessary, by reducing engine power. ...8226; Entering a paved road from a gravel road, or vice versa. • Driving on each time the engine is normal and active. The "sliding car" icon lights in conjunction with the AdvanceTrac system to one or more wheels. Driving conditions that the system is started,...
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...light in any loss of vehicle control, SLOW DOWN. Driving AdvanceTrac with RSC Features "Sliding Engine Brake Button car" RSC ESC Traction Traction functions Control Control icon Illuminated Default at least some of the tires have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. 274 2008 Explorer... will stay on while the engine is running, have exceeded their ability to grip the road; Operating your vehicle. If a failure is an indication that at during bulb Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled start-up check Disabled Disabled Disabled Button Illuminated below...
...light in any loss of vehicle control, SLOW DOWN. Driving AdvanceTrac with RSC Features "Sliding Engine Brake Button car" RSC ESC Traction Traction functions Control Control icon Illuminated Default at least some of the tires have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. 274 2008 Explorer... will stay on while the engine is running, have exceeded their ability to grip the road; Operating your vehicle. If a failure is an indication that at during bulb Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled start-up check Disabled Disabled Disabled Button Illuminated below...
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... fuel system if the correct genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is heard. If the check fuel cap light or a "check fuel cap" message comes on the filler pipe and turn it clockwise until at least one click is not used. 366 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002...fuel filler cap that would hold the fuel pump handle in contact with the engine off) followed by city and highway driving. Turn the engine off . it may not reset immediately; message on /off of an engine start-up when filling an ungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel ...
... fuel system if the correct genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is heard. If the check fuel cap light or a "check fuel cap" message comes on the filler pipe and turn it clockwise until at least one click is not used. 366 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002...fuel filler cap that would hold the fuel pump handle in contact with the engine off) followed by city and highway driving. Turn the engine off . it may not reset immediately; message on /off of an engine start-up when filling an ungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel ...
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... supplied with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Maintenance and Specifications • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance... sticker. The EPA window sticker should have the EPA window sticker. bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy...Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with other vehicles. Refer to driving ...
... supplied with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Maintenance and Specifications • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance... sticker. The EPA window sticker should have the EPA window sticker. bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Fuel economy...Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with other vehicles. Refer to driving ...
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..., 205, 208 side airbag ...205 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...288 Ambulance packages ...8 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...357 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...268-269 Anti-theft system ...164 Audio system (see Radio)...; ...191 Booster seats ...211 Brakes ...268 anti-lock ...268-269 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...269 fluid, checking and adding ...377 fluid, refill capacities ...381 fluid, specifications ...381 lubricant specifications ...381 parking ...269 shift ... in front seat ...217 in rear seat ...217 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
..., 205, 208 side airbag ...205 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...288 Ambulance packages ...8 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...357 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...268-269 Anti-theft system ...164 Audio system (see Radio)...; ...191 Booster seats ...211 Brakes ...268 anti-lock ...268-269 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...269 fluid, checking and adding ...377 fluid, refill capacities ...381 fluid, specifications ...381 lubricant specifications ...381 parking ...269 shift ... in front seat ...217 in rear seat ...217 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...idle speed control ...355 lubrication specifications ...381 refill capacities ...381 service points ...346-347 starting after a collision ...300 Engine block heater ...266 Engine oil ...350 checking and adding ...350 dipstick ...350 filter, specifications ...353, 380 recommendations ...353 refill capacities ...381 specifications ...381 Event data...H Hazard flashers ...300 Head restraints ...167 Headlamps ...89 aiming ...91 bulb specifications ...94 daytime running lights ...90 flash to pass ...90 high beam ...90 turning on and off ...89 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
...idle speed control ...355 lubrication specifications ...381 refill capacities ...381 service points ...346-347 starting after a collision ...300 Engine block heater ...266 Engine oil ...350 checking and adding ...350 dipstick ...350 filter, specifications ...353, 380 recommendations ...353 refill capacities ...381 specifications ...381 Event data...H Hazard flashers ...300 Head restraints ...167 Headlamps ...89 aiming ...91 bulb specifications ...94 daytime running lights ...90 flash to pass ...90 high beam ...90 turning on and off ...89 2008 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...N Navigation system ...81 O Octane rating ...368 Oil (see Engine oil) ...350 P Parking brake ...269 Parts (see Motorcraft ...see Fuses) ...306 Power door locks ...151 Power mirrors ...107 Power point ...103 Power steering ...275 fluid, checking and adding ...376 fluid, refill capacity ...381 fluid, specifications ...381 Power Windows ...104 Preparing to drive your......185-187 for children ...210-211 Occupant Classification Sensor ...182 safety belt maintenance ...195 warning light and chime ...190-191 Safety seats for children ...216 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...386 Satellite Radio Information...
...N Navigation system ...81 O Octane rating ...368 Oil (see Engine oil) ...350 P Parking brake ...269 Parts (see Motorcraft ...see Fuses) ...306 Power door locks ...151 Power mirrors ...107 Power point ...103 Power steering ...275 fluid, checking and adding ...376 fluid, refill capacity ...381 fluid, specifications ...381 Power Windows ...104 Preparing to drive your......185-187 for children ...210-211 Occupant Classification Sensor ...182 safety belt maintenance ...195 warning light and chime ...190-191 Safety seats for children ...216 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...386 Satellite Radio Information...