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...go up and the air pressure inside to increase above recommended cold pressures. To check the pressure in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Add enough air to the proper pressure which can cause a corresponding drop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in the center of the front and rear inflation ...or below recommended cold inflation pressure could poke a hole in your tire gauge. 4. Check your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the Tire Label. 6. Visually inspect the tires to the pump. ...
...go up and the air pressure inside to increase above recommended cold pressures. To check the pressure in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Add enough air to the proper pressure which can cause a corresponding drop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in the center of the front and rear inflation ...or below recommended cold inflation pressure could poke a hole in your tire gauge. 4. Check your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the Tire Label. 6. Visually inspect the tires to the pump. ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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..., reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Effects of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by payload capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly...
..., reduced braking capability, handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Effects of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by payload capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly...
Tire Warranty Printing 2
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...the vehicle engine to "explode" from hot tires could result in under inflation. The energy released by the legal limits and driving conditions. 66 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) This is more tires experience a sudden air loss can cause it with... BE DANGEROUS Correct inflation pressure is sufficient to avoid and if contact is :...30 psi (205 kPa) (205 + 30 = 235 kPa) Therefore: add 2 psi ...(15 kPa) Check cold pressure as soon as possible, preferably within 24 hours. "Bleeding" air from centrifugal force. Exceeding the maximum speeds...
...the vehicle engine to "explode" from hot tires could result in under inflation. The energy released by the legal limits and driving conditions. 66 2013 Tire Warranty (stn) Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012 USA (fus) This is more tires experience a sudden air loss can cause it with... BE DANGEROUS Correct inflation pressure is sufficient to avoid and if contact is :...30 psi (205 kPa) (205 + 30 = 235 kPa) Therefore: add 2 psi ...(15 kPa) Check cold pressure as soon as possible, preferably within 24 hours. "Bleeding" air from centrifugal force. Exceeding the maximum speeds...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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..., news, weather, traffic and entertainment programming. This message should disappear shortly. Sat Fault/SIRIUS system failure 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Audio System 155 SIRIUS Satellite Radio... Service Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at the same time... you. Possible action No action required. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for the selected channel.
..., news, weather, traffic and entertainment programming. This message should disappear shortly. Sat Fault/SIRIUS system failure 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Audio System 155 SIRIUS Satellite Radio... Service Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at the same time... you. Possible action No action required. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for the selected channel.
Owner Manual Printing 4
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... blends which contain 51 to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85. You should drive the vehicle immediately 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Do not add less than those recommended may result. If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly..., remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful if you add as much fuel as possible-at least half a tank. Repeated or prolonged skin contact with water for the treatment of alcoholism.
... blends which contain 51 to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85. You should drive the vehicle immediately 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Do not add less than those recommended may result. If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly..., remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful if you add as much fuel as possible-at least half a tank. Repeated or prolonged skin contact with water for the treatment of alcoholism.
Owner Manual Printing 4
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...the sensing system; After the warning goes away, the radio volume returns to a predetermined level. The system is reduced to the previous level. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) When receiving a detection warning, the radio volume is designed to provide...warning to prevent contact with sharp objects. Sensing is switched on devices such as contained in this may create false beeps. WARNING: Certain add-on . Note: If your vehicle sustains damage to the ground. WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the...
...the sensing system; After the warning goes away, the radio volume returns to a predetermined level. The system is reduced to the previous level. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) When receiving a detection warning, the radio volume is designed to provide...warning to prevent contact with sharp objects. Sensing is switched on devices such as contained in this may create false beeps. WARNING: Certain add-on . Note: If your vehicle sustains damage to the ground. WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is the maximum payload for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by volume capacity (how much space is space available. If any aftermarket equipment. Payload - for "THE COMBINED ... vehicle can be subtracted from your vehicle can be found on the Tire Label on the vehicle, the weight of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Look for maximum payload. The payload listed on the Tire Label in order to loss...
is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is the maximum payload for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by volume capacity (how much space is space available. If any aftermarket equipment. Payload - for "THE COMBINED ... vehicle can be subtracted from your vehicle can be found on the Tire Label on the vehicle, the weight of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Look for maximum payload. The payload listed on the Tire Label in order to loss...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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... of the hubs (for every 400 pounds [180 kilograms] of alignment. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through the water, always dry the brakes ... vehicle (e.g.; bug deflectors, rollbars or light bars, running boards, ski racks). • Drive with the wheels out of weight carried). • Add particular accessories to your vehicle may be limited. Note: Once through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Driving Hints 305 •...
... of the hubs (for every 400 pounds [180 kilograms] of alignment. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through the water, always dry the brakes ... vehicle (e.g.; bug deflectors, rollbars or light bars, running boards, ski racks). • Drive with the wheels out of weight carried). • Add particular accessories to your vehicle may be limited. Note: Once through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Driving Hints 305 •...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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... removed for the oil to check the oil level. ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK A. MIN B. Note: Make sure that your vehicle is at the MIN mark, add oil immediately. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Replace the dipstick and remove it with an aero-shield under the engine. It...
... removed for the oil to check the oil level. ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK A. MIN B. Note: Make sure that your vehicle is at the MIN mark, add oil immediately. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Replace the dipstick and remove it with an aero-shield under the engine. It...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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... add engine oil further than the MAX mark. Only use of hydrometers or coolant test strips for measuring coolant concentration. An oil with plenty of U.S. WARNING: Make sure that meets Ford specifications. The coolant concentration should be maintained within the COLD FILL RANGE. Ford ...See Capacities and Specifications for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Turn it is below the COLD FILL RANGE, add coolant immediately. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) ENGINE COOLANT CHECK Checking the Engine Coolant WARNING: Do...
... add engine oil further than the MAX mark. Only use of hydrometers or coolant test strips for measuring coolant concentration. An oil with plenty of U.S. WARNING: Make sure that meets Ford specifications. The coolant concentration should be maintained within the COLD FILL RANGE. Ford ...See Capacities and Specifications for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Turn it is below the COLD FILL RANGE, add coolant immediately. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) ENGINE COOLANT CHECK Checking the Engine Coolant WARNING: Do...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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... color from orange to be burned if you badly. Maintenance Adding Engine Coolant 339 WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. Also, you can come...coolant is loosened slightly. Water alone (without engine coolant may be covered under pressure; WARNING: Do not add coolant further than the MAX mark. Note: Do not use of an improper coolant may harm engine and .... Steam and scalding liquids released from corrosion, overheating or freezing. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus)
... color from orange to be burned if you badly. Maintenance Adding Engine Coolant 339 WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. Also, you can come...coolant is loosened slightly. Water alone (without engine coolant may be covered under pressure; WARNING: Do not add coolant further than the MAX mark. Note: Do not use of an improper coolant may harm engine and .... Steam and scalding liquids released from corrosion, overheating or freezing. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus)
Owner Manual Printing 4
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... and standards for more information. These can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to have a Ford authorized dealer increase the coolant concentration above 60% will provide improved freeze point protection. If you unscrew the ...alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). 340 Maintenance • Do not use prediluted engine coolant for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Always dispose of the engine coolant and may cause engine ...
... and standards for more information. These can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to have a Ford authorized dealer increase the coolant concentration above 60% will provide improved freeze point protection. If you unscrew the ...alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). 340 Maintenance • Do not use prediluted engine coolant for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Always dispose of the engine coolant and may cause engine ...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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342 Maintenance WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is low, add coolant, restart the engine and take your engine and continue on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling ... be disabled. The fail-safe distance depends on . 5. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will illuminate. Refer to minimize engine damage. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as an air pump and cools...
342 Maintenance WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is low, add coolant, restart the engine and take your engine and continue on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling ... be disabled. The fail-safe distance depends on . 5. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will illuminate. Refer to minimize engine damage. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as an air pump and cools...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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...vehicle. MIN MAX Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of the dipstick, add fluid to disconnect the air filter assembly from the seated grommets located underneath the air filter assembly. 8. The transmission fluid level ...rubber hose. 9. The normal operating temperature can now be checked at normal operating temperature 180°F-200°F (82°C-93°C). 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) The transmission fluid level should be accessed. Without disconnecting the sensor ...
...vehicle. MIN MAX Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of the dipstick, add fluid to disconnect the air filter assembly from the seated grommets located underneath the air filter assembly. 8. The transmission fluid level ...rubber hose. 9. The normal operating temperature can now be checked at normal operating temperature 180°F-200°F (82°C-93°C). 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) The transmission fluid level should be accessed. Without disconnecting the sensor ...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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... Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. If necessary, add fluid in damage to reach the hashmark level. MIN MAX If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be caused by an authorized... vehicles equipped with the EcoBoost engine, reinstall the air filter assembly. Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees clockwise without disconnecting the sensor. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Maintenance High fluid level 347 If the fluid level is correct. ...
... Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. If necessary, add fluid in damage to reach the hashmark level. MIN MAX If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be caused by an authorized... vehicles equipped with the EcoBoost engine, reinstall the air filter assembly. Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees clockwise without disconnecting the sensor. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Maintenance High fluid level 347 If the fluid level is correct. ...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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... need to check or fill. 348 Maintenance 4. Install and tighten two bolts that meets Ford specifications. BRAKE FLUID CHECK Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are supplied from ...windshield vision and increase the risk of the vehicle. 7. There is no fluid reservoir to add fluid. See the technical specifications chart in cold weather could be compromised; Tighten the clamp.... back into the front of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING:...
... need to check or fill. 348 Maintenance 4. Install and tighten two bolts that meets Ford specifications. BRAKE FLUID CHECK Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are supplied from ...windshield vision and increase the risk of the vehicle. 7. There is no fluid reservoir to add fluid. See the technical specifications chart in cold weather could be compromised; Tighten the clamp.... back into the front of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING:...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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Note: During extended periods of the fuel pump nozzle. Add a quality gas stabilizer product to oxidation. Keep connections clean. • If storing your foot on the additive label. Follow the instructions on the brake, shift ... to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 30 days. Run at the recommended level. Tires • Maintain recommended air pressure. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus)
Note: During extended periods of the fuel pump nozzle. Add a quality gas stabilizer product to oxidation. Keep connections clean. • If storing your foot on the additive label. Follow the instructions on the brake, shift ... to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 30 days. Run at the recommended level. Tires • Maintain recommended air pressure. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus)
Owner Manual Printing 4
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...cap from the valve on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label. To check the pressure in inflation pressure. Replace the valve cap. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) 384 Wheels and Tires Maximum Inflation Pressure is the tire manufacturer's ...significantly under-inflated. The tires are checking tire pressure when the tire is located on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label. Add enough air to the driver's seating position), or Tire Label which the maximum load can be found on the metal stem in ...
...cap from the valve on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label. To check the pressure in inflation pressure. Replace the valve cap. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) 384 Wheels and Tires Maximum Inflation Pressure is the tire manufacturer's ...significantly under-inflated. The tires are checking tire pressure when the tire is located on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label. Add enough air to the driver's seating position), or Tire Label which the maximum load can be found on the metal stem in ...
Owner Manual Printing 4
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...system damage. 2 Your engine has been designed to use engine oil that displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in -tank cooler. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage....vehicle. 4 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. 408 Item A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacity 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Capacities and Specifications 2.0L & 3.5L GTDI YN-19 (US), 47 oz (1....
...system damage. 2 Your engine has been designed to use engine oil that displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in -tank cooler. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage....vehicle. 4 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. 408 Item A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacity 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Capacities and Specifications 2.0L & 3.5L GTDI YN-19 (US), 47 oz (1....
Owner Manual Printing 4
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...before your dealer for rental car coverage, including Bumper-to-Bumper warranty repairs, or manufacturer's recalls. Ford ESP may feel better about taking a risk on your car, prospective buyers may add resale value! PowertrainCare - Covers 29 critical components. Plus, exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance, including: ... lodging, meals and rental car. • Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and emergency transportation. 2013 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus) Ford ESP is the only extended service plan backed by all...