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first the O/D light came on day later check engine light came on. added transmission fluid and it wa...
first the O/D light came on day later check engine light came on. added transmission fluid and it wa...
(Posted by Anonymous-161146 7 years ago)
96 Ford Explorer With Lighting System Issues
head lights don't work, running lights don't work, turn signal and hazard lights work when they want...
head lights don't work, running lights don't work, turn signal and hazard lights work when they want...
(Posted by walbertson5 7 years ago)
Where To Find Door Lock Code And Reset?
I just bought this ford explorer 1996 at auction need to know where to find the door lock code and h...
I just bought this ford explorer 1996 at auction need to know where to find the door lock code and h...
(Posted by dukeannepha 7 years ago)
Mas Sensor
how do you remove mas sensor on 1996 ford explorer 6 cyl. can't get to clip inside of air cleaner ho...
how do you remove mas sensor on 1996 ford explorer 6 cyl. can't get to clip inside of air cleaner ho...
(Posted by jjm7132000 8 years ago)
Pen Fell Into Space Between Dash And Windshield
there's a small darker rectangular area that appears to be removable... How do I do that?
there's a small darker rectangular area that appears to be removable... How do I do that?
(Posted by Krwms62 8 years ago)
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Popular 1996 Ford Explorer Manual Pages
Owner's Manual - Page 87
... transmission does not shift into overdrive. This light does not indicate any problems with the speed control system, but is only a convenience to maintain a set the speed. If this condition persists, damage could occur to overdrive mode. The transmission will be in the overdrive mode when the vehicle is depressed or if the light flashes when you that...
Owner's Manual - Page 89
... the fuel level gauge. Anti-theft alarm light
Check Gage Light (If equipped)
This light will come on and off when the ignition switch is OFF and any door is armed. As soon as a notice that the alarm system is opened. Anti-Theft Alarm Light (If equipped)
This light flashes on when the key is in this...
Owner's Manual - Page 138
.... For additional information about the gearshift lever and the Overdrive On/Off button, see the Driving Your Explorer chapter. For additional information, refer to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter.
138 Gearshift Lever (Automatic transmission only)
The gearshift lever on your Explorer is depressed.
OVERDRIVE OFF Lamp
This lamp indicates the operating range of the...
Owner's Manual - Page 198
... There are in or on the vehicle. Determine which zone of the country you drive near a number of things - such as large buildings, bridges, power lines, and powerful antennas. Electronic compass
Factors affecting compass accuracy The compass reading can also be affected when you are two possible adjustments to the following compass adjustments...
Owner's Manual - Page 213
... effect. Electronic Sound Systems
Using the Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Feature
Push the "DSP" button to the antenna, antenna base, or vehicle.
213 Power Antenna (If equipped)
If your vehicle is turned off so that the antenna will indicate which signal mode is turned on the front passenger side quarter panel of the selector button...
Owner's Manual - Page 230
Ford 6-CD Changer (If equipped)
The Ford Explorer 6-CD Changer is mounted in your center console and holds 6 CDs, all controlled by sliding door rearward
(Figure 1). Open Compact Disc Changer unit by using buttons on the Audio System.
Unit Loading Instructions
1. Figure 1
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Owner's Manual - Page 245
...engine speed. The Overdrive Off Indicator Light (O/D OFF), which type of the clutch may notice that the transmission will automatically adjust transmission operation to shift the transmission into a... Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Driving Your Explorer
Procedures for driving your vehicle has. The PCM also controls the transmission's Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) to a higher gear ...
Owner's Manual - Page 246
... Gear
Your vehicle's gearshift is on the end of the gearshift lever. Overdrive Off Indicator Light is located on the steering column. If this condition persists, damage to the transmission could occur. The transmission control switch is flashing, contact your Ford dealer as soon as possible. The positions of the column-mounted gearshift
Transmission...
Owner's Manual - Page 256
...light is delivered only to the rear axle. Power is not recommended. The 4WD LOW position provides four-wheel drive with full power...wheels to power itself. Methods for service. Control Trac system indicator lights
A 4WD indicator light and a 4WD LOW indicator light are ...
If either light flashes, take your vehicle in the instrument cluster. In two-wheel drive mode, power is lit.
...
Owner's Manual - Page 259
...maintain steering wheel control at all four tires on the road. Do not grip... AWD and the Four Wheeling With Ford supplement in abrupt steering wheel motion,... changes in terrain can result in your owner's portfolio. The driving tips below will...vehicle, you grip the steering wheel rim from concealed objects such as vehicles...Driving Your Explorer
Vehicles equipped with AWD are necessary after ...
Owner's Manual - Page 296
...Vehicle
1. You
could damage the catalytic converter. If in the Index. You... motor, ignition system, and other switches and lights in both vehicles to prevent possible damage to
use... the booster vehicle close to a 24-volt power supply (either vehicle's electrical systems.
296 Turning...voltage surges. Check all other electrical parts if you attach the jumper cables.
5. You could...
Owner's Manual - Page 357
Servicing Your Explorer
5. If more engine coolant if
needed, following the procedures noted above...: Due to air being trapped in the 4.0L engine cooling system, it might need up the system (thermostat open) s making sure coolant is necessary, fill the overflow
reservoir to the appropriate level marked on the ...12,000 km) after 7,500 miles (12,000 km), consult your Ford Dealer.
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Owner's Manual - Page 422
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Anti-theft system (continued) triggering ...warning light ...Appeals (see Keyless entry) ...Automatic transaxle, fluid, specification . . maintenance-free ...proper... . 371 . 372 . 405 . 371 87, 89 . 410
422 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive...fluid, adding ...fluid, checking ...fluid, specification...Axle lubricant specifications...traction lok ...
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Owner's Manual - Page 425
...09 1996
Index
Cleaning your vehicle (continued) instrument panel ...interior ...interior lamps...leather seats ...mirrors ...plastic parts ...shift speeds ...shifting the gears ...specifications ...Cold engine starting ...Combination lap and shoulder belts ...Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound Compass, electronic ...Compass/temperature display ...Controls instrument panel ...mirrors ...power...
Owner's Manual - Page 427
...1996
Index
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Electrical system fuses ...381, 388 operating when the engine is off ...67 power point outlet ...204 relays ...389 Electronic message center (see Message center) ...96 Electronic sound system accessory delay ...67 antenna...parking brake) ...266 Emission control system catalytic converter ...399 emissions warranty ...3, 399 Engine check engine warning light...84 does not start ...72, 74...
Owner's Manual - Page 430
...collision Fuse panels instrument panel ...power distribution box Fuses charts ...checking and replacing
...339 ...339, 341 ...340 . 339 . 405 . . 91 74 74 388 386
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Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...Gas mileage (see Fuel) ...Gauges...:Thu Feb 29 09:21:09 1996
Fuel cap removing...replacing ...Fuel filler door override, manual ...remote release ...Fuel filter, specifications .
Owner's Manual - Page 431
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431 cleaning ...daytime running lights. File:unixx.ex Update:Thu Feb 29 09:21:09 1996
Index
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) calculating ...definition ...driving with a heavy load ...location ...Gearshift automatic operation ...column-mounted ...floor-mounted...gearshift override ...locking the gearshift ...positions ...shifting the gears ...shift-lock ...Gearshift:shifting the gears ...GVWR...
Owner's Manual - Page 434
... Feb 29 09:21:09 1996
Lamps (continued) interior lamps ...replacing bulbs ...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Servicing) ...Manual transmission clutch ...251, fluid, checking and adding...lubricant specifications...434 3 333 376 376 406
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Maintenance schedule and record (see separate Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet) ...Maintenance (see Turn Lights, warning and indicator air bag...
Owner's Manual - Page 435
...Feb 29 09:21:09 1996
Index
Manual transmission (continued) shifting gears ...shift speeds ...Master cylinder, brakes...Message center low washer fluid ...system check button ...Methanol in fuel...Mileage, calculating fuel economy ...Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror dual electric remote control ...rearview ...side view mirrors ...side view mirrors (power) ...vanity mirror ...vanity mirror...
Owner's Manual - Page 436
... 09:21:09 1996
Overdrive ...Overhead console compass/temperature map lamps ...storage compartment Overseas offices ...
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Panic alarm feature, remote entry system Parking brake operation...warning light ...Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)...PCV valve, specifications ...Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...Power door locks ...Power features door locks ...mirrors...
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