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... contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. • Standard instrument cluster 13 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light remains on position ...bulb and to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain, a 4x4 or an AWD fault has been detected. refer to indicate whether the vehicle is not ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. If the light is ...
... contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. • Standard instrument cluster 13 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light remains on position ...bulb and to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain, a 4x4 or an AWD fault has been detected. refer to indicate whether the vehicle is not ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. If the light is ...
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...setting the speed control to press the SELECT/RESET stem (press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to the info menu. • System Check • AWD Lock (4.6L engine vehicles only) • Units (English/Metric) • Language • Autolamp • Autolock • Autounlock • Park Aid... (if equipped) • Trailer sway control • Oil Life Reset and Start Value • Compass display 22 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) SETUP MENU HOLD RESET When this appears, press and hold for future reference. Briefly press the ...
...setting the speed control to press the SELECT/RESET stem (press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to the info menu. • System Check • AWD Lock (4.6L engine vehicles only) • Units (English/Metric) • Language • Autolamp • Autolock • Autounlock • Park Aid... (if equipped) • Trailer sway control • Oil Life Reset and Start Value • Compass display 22 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) SETUP MENU HOLD RESET When this appears, press and hold for future reference. Briefly press the ...
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... a warning message for more than four seconds to return to empty) AWD AUTO / LOCKED (4.6L engine vehicles only) This displays the AWD locked function. 1. WASHER FLUID 4. EXTERIOR LAMP 6. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to change from English to Metric. 23 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The sequence of...
... a warning message for more than four seconds to return to empty) AWD AUTO / LOCKED (4.6L engine vehicles only) This displays the AWD locked function. 1. WASHER FLUID 4. EXTERIOR LAMP 6. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to change from English to Metric. 23 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The sequence of...
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... locks all vehicle doors when the driver's door is switched off . 33 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) FUEL LEVEL AND DISTANCE TO EMPTY AWD AUTO / LOCKED (if equipped) This feature disables/enables the AWD feature. LANGUAGE ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH / JAPANESE / ARABIC Note: When... automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is in the locked mode, the 4X4 indicator will display in. Note: When the AWD system is shifted into any gear, putting the vehicle in English or Metric. Instrument Cluster 4. UNITS Displays the current units in motion...
... locks all vehicle doors when the driver's door is switched off . 33 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) FUEL LEVEL AND DISTANCE TO EMPTY AWD AUTO / LOCKED (if equipped) This feature disables/enables the AWD feature. LANGUAGE ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH / JAPANESE / ARABIC Note: When... automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is in the locked mode, the 4X4 indicator will display in. Note: When the AWD system is shifted into any gear, putting the vehicle in English or Metric. Instrument Cluster 4. UNITS Displays the current units in motion...
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...are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and AWD Systems (if equipped) A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use appropriate restraints to perform ...satisfactorily under off -road. Tires, Wheels and Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 236 2010 Explorer...
...are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and AWD Systems (if equipped) A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use appropriate restraints to perform ...satisfactorily under off -road. Tires, Wheels and Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 236 2010 Explorer...
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WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with a longer wheelbase. 237 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) to give it the capability to speed and is moving can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. You... should become overconfident in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. These sounds are normal as necessary. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may be: • Higher - Information on transfer case maintenance can differ from some 4WD models, the initial shift from other vehicles SUV and trucks...
WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with a longer wheelbase. 237 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) to give it the capability to speed and is moving can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. You... should become overconfident in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. These sounds are normal as necessary. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may be: • Higher - Information on transfer case maintenance can differ from some 4WD models, the initial shift from other vehicles SUV and trucks...
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..., providing better tire performance and longer tire life. • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires at the recommended interval...seems to pull to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. 247 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Wheel misalignment in irregular tire wear. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically....
..., providing better tire performance and longer tire life. • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires at the recommended interval...seems to pull to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. 247 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Wheel misalignment in irregular tire wear. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically....
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... (0-2438) III/IV towing 4.6L* Class III/IV 3.55 12000 (5443) 0-7285 (0-3304) towing Notes: - For definitions of interior temperatures. 4X4 and AWD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum Trailer weight GCWR-lb. (kg) range-lb. (kg) (0-Maximum) 4.0L SOHC Class ... towing 4.6L* Class II 3.55 8500 (3856) 0-3500 (0-1588) towing 4.0L SOHC Class 3.73 10000 (4536) 0-5205 (0-2361) III/IV towing 267 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) This may cycle on how to calculate your vehicle load, refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter. The...
... (0-2438) III/IV towing 4.6L* Class III/IV 3.55 12000 (5443) 0-7285 (0-3304) towing Notes: - For definitions of interior temperatures. 4X4 and AWD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum Trailer weight GCWR-lb. (kg) range-lb. (kg) (0-Maximum) 4.0L SOHC Class ... towing 4.6L* Class II 3.55 8500 (3856) 0-3500 (0-1588) towing 4.0L SOHC Class 3.73 10000 (4536) 0-5205 (0-2361) III/IV towing 267 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) This may cycle on how to calculate your vehicle load, refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter. The...
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..., the A/C system may result in this table and instructions on and off to exceed the maximum tongue loads as possible if you . 268 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The combined weight of the vehicle hitch. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for turning...the engine from overheating. For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation. Tires, Wheels and Loading 4X4 and AWD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum Trailer weight GCWR-lb. (kg) range-lb. (kg) (0-Maximum) 4.6L* Class...
..., the A/C system may result in this table and instructions on and off to exceed the maximum tongue loads as possible if you . 268 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The combined weight of the vehicle hitch. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for turning...the engine from overheating. For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation. Tires, Wheels and Loading 4X4 and AWD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum Trailer weight GCWR-lb. (kg) range-lb. (kg) (0-Maximum) 4.6L* Class...
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...with any wheels on the ground. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 272 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground, as vehicle damage may occur....kit accessory): An accessory is permitted. Contact your vehicle with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. AWD vehicles: Do not tow your vehicle, behind another vehicle, with all the wheels on the ground, as when using a car-hauling trailer. It...
...with any wheels on the ground. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 272 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground, as vehicle damage may occur....kit accessory): An accessory is permitted. Contact your vehicle with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. AWD vehicles: Do not tow your vehicle, behind another vehicle, with all the wheels on the ground, as when using a car-hauling trailer. It...
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... 4X4 LOW light in the instrument cluster to turn off -road conditions such as off indicating the shift is equipped with AWD, a spare tire of the AWD transfer case refer to a complete stop 2. WARNING: If your vehicle is complete. Normal operation (4.0L engine vehicles only) The... all road conditions, including street and highway driving as well as deep snow, ice or shallow sand. 298 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) For the lubricant specification and refill capacity of a different size than low-slung sports ...
... 4X4 LOW light in the instrument cluster to turn off -road conditions such as off indicating the shift is equipped with AWD, a spare tire of the AWD transfer case refer to a complete stop 2. WARNING: If your vehicle is complete. Normal operation (4.0L engine vehicles only) The... all road conditions, including street and highway driving as well as deep snow, ice or shallow sand. 298 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) For the lubricant specification and refill capacity of a different size than low-slung sports ...
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...terrain without any action being taken by the driver once the AWD system has reached a safe operating temperature. • The 4X4 indicator light in the instrument cluster will turn off -road conditions such as rocks and stumps. 299 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) A ... underbody components. The use on dry pavement. Driving Normal operation (4.6L engine vehicles only) During normal operation the AWD system is in AWD AUTO mode (AWD LOCKED will illuminate in the message center for four seconds and the 4x4 indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster...
...terrain without any action being taken by the driver once the AWD system has reached a safe operating temperature. • The 4X4 indicator light in the instrument cluster will turn off -road conditions such as rocks and stumps. 299 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) A ... underbody components. The use on dry pavement. Driving Normal operation (4.6L engine vehicles only) During normal operation the AWD system is in AWD AUTO mode (AWD LOCKED will illuminate in the message center for four seconds and the 4x4 indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster...
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... and cause the vehicle to become stuck to back out the way you came if you must drive through water, determine the depth; Even AWD and 4WD vehicles can be limited. Mud and water If you proceed with caution. When driving through high water, drive slowly. Once through ...you are driving over terrain and road conditions that assistance may not be working properly. avoid water higher than the bottom of the vehicle. 303 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may be required from your authorized dealer. Be...
... and cause the vehicle to become stuck to back out the way you came if you must drive through water, determine the depth; Even AWD and 4WD vehicles can be limited. Mud and water If you proceed with caution. When driving through high water, drive slowly. Once through ...you are driving over terrain and road conditions that assistance may not be working properly. avoid water higher than the bottom of the vehicle. 303 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may be required from your authorized dealer. Be...
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...have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can 't turn the steering wheel in the direction of the anti-lock brake system. 305 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Driving on snowy or icy roads, turn and if they aren't turning, you and other ...In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of this chapter for stopping. Do not "pump" the brakes. Rapid pumping of the lower gears. Although an AWD or a 4WD vehicle may steer in the direction you could lose control. instead, disengage overdrive or manually shift to the Brakes section of the wheels...
...have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can 't turn the steering wheel in the direction of the anti-lock brake system. 305 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Driving on snowy or icy roads, turn and if they aren't turning, you and other ...In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of this chapter for stopping. Do not "pump" the brakes. Rapid pumping of the lower gears. Although an AWD or a 4WD vehicle may steer in the direction you could lose control. instead, disengage overdrive or manually shift to the Brakes section of the wheels...
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... conditions: • Vehicle is facing forward so that your vehicle. Refer to Brake-shift interlock in N (Neutral). Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all the wheels off the ground. Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency...If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Roadside Emergencies On 4x4/AWD vehicles, it is required that it is being towed in a forward direction. • Place the transmission ... mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 334 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... conditions: • Vehicle is facing forward so that your vehicle. Refer to Brake-shift interlock in N (Neutral). Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all the wheels off the ground. Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency...If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Roadside Emergencies On 4x4/AWD vehicles, it is required that it is being towed in a forward direction. • Place the transmission ... mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 334 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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... Brake fluid Between MIN and MAX on reservoir PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Body hinges, latches, door striker plates and rotors... Silicone Spray Lubricant Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Maintenance and Specifications Driveshaft, slip spline, universal joints Transfer case front output slip shaft (AWD & 4WD) - Multi-Purpose Grease Door weatherstrips Lock cylinders - -
... Brake fluid Between MIN and MAX on reservoir PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Body hinges, latches, door striker plates and rotors... Silicone Spray Lubricant Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Maintenance and Specifications Driveshaft, slip spline, universal joints Transfer case front output slip shaft (AWD & 4WD) - Multi-Purpose Grease Door weatherstrips Lock cylinders - -
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...transmission (5R55S) fluid Automatic transmission fluid (6R80) Motorcraft MERCON V ATF4 Rear axle fluid Front axle fluid (AWD & 4WD) Fill between the Power steering fluid MIN and MAX lines on reservoir Transfer case fluid 1.5 quarts (4WD) (1.4L) Transfer ...case fluid 1.3 quarts (AWD) (1.25L) Windshield washer fluid 4.2 quarts (4.0L) Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing...
...transmission (5R55S) fluid Automatic transmission fluid (6R80) Motorcraft MERCON V ATF4 Rear axle fluid Front axle fluid (AWD & 4WD) Fill between the Power steering fluid MIN and MAX lines on reservoir Transfer case fluid 1.5 quarts (4WD) (1.4L) Transfer ...case fluid 1.3 quarts (AWD) (1.25L) Windshield washer fluid 4.2 quarts (4.0L) Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing...
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... ...217 driver airbag ...204, 212, 214 indicator light ...211, 216 operation ...204, 212, 214 passenger airbag ...204, 212, 214 side airbag ...211 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...298 Ambulance packages ...6 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...363 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...278-279 Anti-theft system ...162 Audio system... use ...9 Changing a tire ...317 Child safety seats ...221 attaching with tether straps ..229 in front seat ...222 in rear seat ...222 LATCH ...225 recommendations ...219 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... ...217 driver airbag ...204, 212, 214 indicator light ...211, 216 operation ...204, 212, 214 passenger airbag ...204, 212, 214 side airbag ...211 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...298 Ambulance packages ...6 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...363 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...278-279 Anti-theft system ...162 Audio system... use ...9 Changing a tire ...317 Child safety seats ...221 attaching with tether straps ..229 in front seat ...222 in rear seat ...222 LATCH ...225 recommendations ...219 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain, a 4x4 or an AWD fault has been detected. Instrument Cluster Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first ... Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your authorized dealer as soon as possible. • Standard instrument cluster 13 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If the light is blinking, engine misfire is cranked, then turn itself off...
...refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain, a 4x4 or an AWD fault has been detected. Instrument Cluster Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first ... Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your authorized dealer as soon as possible. • Standard instrument cluster 13 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If the light is blinking, engine misfire is cranked, then turn itself off...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
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...the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) 1. It is not pressed within four seconds, the message center returns to the info menu. • System Check • AWD Lock (4.6L engine vehicles only) • Units (English/Metric) • Language • Autolamp • Autolock • Autounlock • Park Aid (...if equipped) • Trailer sway control • Oil Life Reset and Start Value • Compass display 22 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) SETUP MENU HOLD RESET When this appears, press and hold for the following reasons: • ...
...the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) 1. It is not pressed within four seconds, the message center returns to the info menu. • System Check • AWD Lock (4.6L engine vehicles only) • Units (English/Metric) • Language • Autolamp • Autolock • Autounlock • Park Aid (...if equipped) • Trailer sway control • Oil Life Reset and Start Value • Compass display 22 2010 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) SETUP MENU HOLD RESET When this appears, press and hold for the following reasons: • ...