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...for cracks, chips and pitting. Scheduled Maintenance 13 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Check operation of your dealer for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses....identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission (if equipped with an underhood dipstick), ...
...for cracks, chips and pitting. Scheduled Maintenance 13 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Check operation of your dealer for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses....identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission (if equipped with an underhood dipstick), ...
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...on page 42. These lubricants are not to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. The axle lubricant should be checked or changed anytime the axle and PTO have all recommended maintenance services performed at or near maximum Gross Vehicle Weights, ... synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to perform this 50,000 mile schedule should be replaced every 50,000 miles. Change automatic transmission fluid 48 Scheduled Maintenance 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg...
...on page 42. These lubricants are not to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. The axle lubricant should be checked or changed anytime the axle and PTO have all recommended maintenance services performed at or near maximum Gross Vehicle Weights, ... synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to perform this 50,000 mile schedule should be replaced every 50,000 miles. Change automatic transmission fluid 48 Scheduled Maintenance 2009 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...system should be properly closed. FUEL LEVEL LOW - Displayed when the braking system is disabled. Displayed when the transmission is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on how...CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) - TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT - BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW - Refer to enable. Refer to Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) in this section to Brake fluid in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. LOW TIRE PRESSURE - For more information on , contact your tires in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 133 2009 Explorer...
...system should be properly closed. FUEL LEVEL LOW - Displayed when the braking system is disabled. Displayed when the transmission is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on how...CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) - TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT - BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW - Refer to enable. Refer to Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) in this section to Brake fluid in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. LOW TIRE PRESSURE - For more information on , contact your tires in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 133 2009 Explorer...
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... when the braking system is malfunctioning. Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is not operating properly. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW - Displayed when the transmission is driven more tires on after the park brake is released, contact your spare tire is in use. TIRE... fluid in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. FUEL LEVEL LOW - CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) - Refer to Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) in this section to Inflating your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 148 2009 Explorer ...
... when the braking system is malfunctioning. Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is not operating properly. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW - Displayed when the transmission is driven more tires on after the park brake is released, contact your spare tire is in use. TIRE... fluid in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. FUEL LEVEL LOW - CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) - Refer to Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) in this section to Inflating your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 148 2009 Explorer ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may damage the transmission. Once through water, always try to travel diagonally up...sudden changes in water, the axle lubricant should be checked and changed, if necessary. Traction or brake capability...AWD and 4WD vehicles can be limited. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are driving over ...brakes. Drying can lose traction in water, their fluids should always try the brakes. If the front...regulations and responsibilities in losing traction, slipping sideways and 305 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) After...
...the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may damage the transmission. Once through water, always try to travel diagonally up...sudden changes in water, the axle lubricant should be checked and changed, if necessary. Traction or brake capability...AWD and 4WD vehicles can be limited. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are driving over ...brakes. Drying can lose traction in water, their fluids should always try the brakes. If the front...regulations and responsibilities in losing traction, slipping sideways and 305 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) After...
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...may be serviced. The engine must warm up to the On board diagnostics (OBD-II) description in the reservoir. 382 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Once started, do not turn the steering wheel left and right ...transmission has just been serviced, or the battery has recently run until the above driving cycle is ready for I /M testing. If the vehicle is not ready for I /M testing; While the engine idles, turn off . 4. A complete check may indicate that the vehicle is designed to sit for I /M testing. POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid...
...may be serviced. The engine must warm up to the On board diagnostics (OBD-II) description in the reservoir. 382 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Once started, do not turn the steering wheel left and right ...transmission has just been serviced, or the battery has recently run until the above driving cycle is ready for I /M testing. If the vehicle is not ready for I /M testing; While the engine idles, turn off . 4. A complete check may indicate that the vehicle is designed to sit for I /M testing. POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid...
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...) or if you notice some sign of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it reaches the correct operating range. Refer to internal transmission components. 383 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. Do not add...
...) or if you notice some sign of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it reaches the correct operating range. Refer to internal transmission components. 383 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. Do not add...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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... motor oil is not mandatory. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by a qualified technician. 4 Use of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (4.0L) or WSS-M2C930... 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford Part Number / Ford Specification XL-12 / - Some applications may cause transmission damage. 390 Item Transfer case fluid (AWD) Windshield washer fluid...
... motor oil is not mandatory. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by a qualified technician. 4 Use of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (4.0L) or WSS-M2C930... 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford Part Number / Ford Specification XL-12 / - Some applications may cause transmission damage. 390 Item Transfer case fluid (AWD) Windshield washer fluid...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...Anti-theft system ...167 Audio system (see Radio) ...21, 25, 33 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...289, 292 fluid, adding ...383 fluid, checking ...383 fluid, refill capacities ...387 fluid, specification ...387 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...41 Auxiliary power point ......fluids ...387 Cargo cover ...150 Cargo management system ...150 Cell phone use ...8 Changing a tire ...319 Child safety seats ...222 attaching with tether straps ...231 in front seat ...223 in rear seat ...223 LATCH ...227 recommendations ...220 Child safety seats - booster seats ...234 2009 Explorer...
...Anti-theft system ...167 Audio system (see Radio) ...21, 25, 33 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...289, 292 fluid, adding ...383 fluid, checking ...383 fluid, refill capacities ...387 fluid, specification ...387 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...41 Auxiliary power point ......fluids ...387 Cargo cover ...150 Cargo management system ...150 Cell phone use ...8 Changing a tire ...319 Child safety seats ...222 attaching with tether straps ...231 in front seat ...223 in rear seat ...223 LATCH ...227 recommendations ...220 Child safety seats - booster seats ...234 2009 Explorer...
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......174 steering column ...114 Coolant checking and adding ...364 refill capacities ...368, 387 specifications ...387 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...90 Defrost rear window ...88 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...383 engine oil ...357 Driveline..., 134 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...329 running lamps (see Speed control) ...111 Customer Assistance ...309 Ford Extended Service Plan ...340 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ...341 Getting roadside assistance ...309 Getting ... ...311 Engine block heater ...277 397 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
......174 steering column ...114 Coolant checking and adding ...364 refill capacities ...368, 387 specifications ...387 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...90 Defrost rear window ...88 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...383 engine oil ...357 Driveline..., 134 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...329 running lamps (see Speed control) ...111 Customer Assistance ...309 Ford Extended Service Plan ...340 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ...341 Getting roadside assistance ...309 Getting ... ...311 Engine block heater ...277 397 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...Tires ...240-242, 319 alignment ...248 care ...244 changing ...319, 324 checking the pressure ...244 inflating ...242 label ...254 replacing ...246, 324 rotating ...fluid and wipers ...100 checking and adding fluid ...355 liftgate reservoir ...355 replacing wiper blades ...356 Wrecker towing ...334 401 recreational towing ...271 trailer towing ...266 wrecker ...334 Transfer case fluid checking ...384 Transmission ...288 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...288 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...383 fluid, refill capacities ...387 lubricant specifications ...387 Turn signal ...93 U 2009 Explorer...
...Tires ...240-242, 319 alignment ...248 care ...244 changing ...319, 324 checking the pressure ...244 inflating ...242 label ...254 replacing ...246, 324 rotating ...fluid and wipers ...100 checking and adding fluid ...355 liftgate reservoir ...355 replacing wiper blades ...356 Wrecker towing ...334 401 recreational towing ...271 trailer towing ...266 wrecker ...334 Transfer case fluid checking ...384 Transmission ...288 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...288 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...383 fluid, refill capacities ...387 lubricant specifications ...387 Turn signal ...93 U 2009 Explorer...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... as an early reminder of the electrical loads as soon as possible. Indicates the brake fluid level is running . PARK BRAKE ENGAGED - CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) - Displayed when the transmission is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Refer to Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid...- TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT - Refer to Brake fluid in this section to Easy Fuel™ "no cap" fuel system in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. For more information on your authorized dealer as soon as possible. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring...
... as an early reminder of the electrical loads as soon as possible. Indicates the brake fluid level is running . PARK BRAKE ENGAGED - CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) - Displayed when the transmission is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Refer to Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid...- TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT - Refer to Brake fluid in this section to Easy Fuel™ "no cap" fuel system in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. For more information on your authorized dealer as soon as possible. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring...
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...km/h). TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT - Indicates the brake fluid level is running . CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM - Displayed when the braking system is malfunctioning. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW - TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT - Displayed when... a tire pressure sensor is idling at normal speeds, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is malfunctioning, or your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when the transmission...
...km/h). TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT - Indicates the brake fluid level is running . CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM - Displayed when the braking system is malfunctioning. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW - TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT - Displayed when... a tire pressure sensor is idling at normal speeds, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is malfunctioning, or your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when the transmission...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...transmission, transfer case or front axle are on the other public and private lands by "treading lightly." "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to travel diagonally up or straight down. Forest Service and the Bureau of land-use . It is submerged in water, the axle lubricant should be checked... obstacles may damage the transmission. When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in water, their fluids should always try to ..., spin or lose traction, resulting in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. This reduces strain on a hill, ...
...transmission, transfer case or front axle are on the other public and private lands by "treading lightly." "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to travel diagonally up or straight down. Forest Service and the Bureau of land-use . It is submerged in water, the axle lubricant should be checked... obstacles may damage the transmission. When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in water, their fluids should always try to ..., spin or lose traction, resulting in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. This reduces strain on a hill, ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... running board and the vehicle. Clean the filler plug. 2. Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmission fluid dipstick. Your transmission does not consume fluid. Never place your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Turn off the power running boards, if equipped...
... running board and the vehicle. Clean the filler plug. 2. Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmission fluid dipstick. Your transmission does not consume fluid. Never place your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Turn off the power running boards, if equipped...
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... of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by a qualified technician. 4 Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. Maintenance and Specifications 2 393 Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in an automatic transmission requiring...
... of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by a qualified technician. 4 Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. Maintenance and Specifications 2 393 Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in an automatic transmission requiring...
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...-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...280-281 Anti-theft system ...166 Audio system (see Radio) ...21, 25, 32 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...291, 293 fluid, adding ...386 fluid, checking ...386 fluid, refill capacities ...390 fluid, specification ...390 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...40 Auxiliary power point ...102 Axle lubricant specifications ...390 refill capacities ...390...
...-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...280-281 Anti-theft system ...166 Audio system (see Radio) ...21, 25, 32 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...291, 293 fluid, adding ...386 fluid, checking ...386 fluid, refill capacities ...390 fluid, specification ...390 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...40 Auxiliary power point ...102 Axle lubricant specifications ...390 refill capacities ...390...
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...102 overhead ...100 rear ...102 Controls power seat ...174 steering column ...112 Coolant checking and adding ...366 refill capacities ...370, 390 specifications ...390 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...88 Defrost rear window ...86 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...386 engine oil ...359 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...387 Driving under ... DVD system ...48 E Electronic message center ...121, 134 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...330 running lamps (see Speed control) ...110 Customer Assistance ...309 Ford Extended Service Plan ...341 Getting assistance outside the U.S.
...102 overhead ...100 rear ...102 Controls power seat ...174 steering column ...112 Coolant checking and adding ...366 refill capacities ...370, 390 specifications ...390 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...88 Defrost rear window ...86 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...386 engine oil ...359 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...387 Driving under ... DVD system ...48 E Electronic message center ...121, 134 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...330 running lamps (see Speed control) ...110 Customer Assistance ...309 Ford Extended Service Plan ...341 Getting assistance outside the U.S.
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... terminology ...243 tire grades ...242 treadwear ...242, 246 Towing ...268 recreational towing ...274 trailer towing ...268 wrecker ...335 Transfer case fluid checking ...386 Transmission ...290 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...290 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...386 fluid, refill capacities ...390 lubricant specifications ...390 Turn signal ...91 U USB port ...42 V Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...395 Vehicle loading...
... terminology ...243 tire grades ...242 treadwear ...242, 246 Towing ...268 recreational towing ...274 trailer towing ...268 wrecker ...335 Transfer case fluid checking ...386 Transmission ...290 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...290 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...386 fluid, refill capacities ...390 lubricant specifications ...390 Turn signal ...91 U USB port ...42 V Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...395 Vehicle loading...