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Popular 1997 Ford Explorer Manual Pages
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
... block, heads and all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds, flywheel, timing gear, harmonic balancer, valve covers, oil pan and pump, water pump, fuel pump and fuel system (excluding fuel lines and fuel tank), high pressure lines, gaskets and seals, glow plugs, turbocharger, powertrain control module, electronic driver unit, injectors, injection pressure sensor, high pressure oil regulator...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
...-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets, tubes, gaskets, seals, belts, connectors, gasoline fuel lines and wiring harnesses that should be replaced on the List of Parts, above. • Fuel Filler Cap and Neck Restrictor • Fuel Injection System • Fuel Injector Supply Manifold • Fuel Sensor (1) • Fuel Tank (Gasoline Only) • Fuel Tank Pressure Control Valve...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
... Engine Control Sensors and Switches • Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve, Spacer, Plate and Associated Parts • Exhaust Heat Control Valve • Exhaust Manifold • Fuel Filler Cap and Neck Restrictor • Fuel Injection System (1) • Fuel Injector Supply Manifold • Fuel Sensor (2) • Fuel Tank (Gasoline Only) • Fuel Tank Pressure Control Valve...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
... list of Parts. connectors, gasoline fuel lines and wiring harnesses that should be replaced on the List of covered parts. • Turbocharger Assembly • TWC Air Control Valve • Volume Air Flow Sensor (1) Coverage for diesel engines is specified in your dealer. Concerning parts that are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets, tubes, gaskets, seals, belts.
Audio Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
... next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Tune adjust for quick movement. Tune adjust The tune button works in radio or CD mode (if equipped). You can switch from CD play to select the previous disc in the CD changer.
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Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. • Press the right...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
...illuminated until the speed control is detected. O/D OFF indicates the status of the gearshift lever is pressed and the D (Overdrive) mode is turned off .
Instrumentation
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LIGHTS AND CHIMES
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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 65
... door handle is lifted or • the remote entry system is used to the START or ACC position.
The system automatically turns off if: • they have been turned on the remote entry transmitter. • With the ignition in the OFF position, open . Arming the anti-theft system Turn the ignition Off and use one of the following methods to arm the system: • Press the LOCK control...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 66
... the instrument cluster. • sound the horn. • prohibit the vehicle from starting. The flashing headlamps and honking horn will automatically shut off unless another unauthorized entry is attempted. However, the vehicle will not start until all the doors are closed and then illuminate for 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, the light will stay illuminated until the system is armed with...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 121
... Lock, then remove the key. 3. Insert the key and turn the ignition off. 4. The O/D OFF light will illuminate in gears one through three. Start the vehicle. Transmission operates in the instrument cluster. Driving
the brake pedal is useful when
122 Driving (4R70W transmission-5.0L engines only) D Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Turn the ignition key...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 133
...than ordinary passenger cars. 134
4WD 4WD LOW The 4WD LOW light illuminates. ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (5.0L ENGINES ONLY) Your vehicle is constantly supplied to all four wheels through the transfer case. Like all wheel drive (AWD) transfer case. Control trac system indicator lights 4WD and 4WD LOW indicator lights are located in a variety of the lower gears. Power is equipped with...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 150
... Parking lamp, instrument cluster gauges Left headlamp, lamp out warning OBD system Air bag system, blower relay, EATC Illumination switches Right headlamp, fog lamp system, DRL, lamp out warning EATC system, seat memory, message center, cellular phone, autolamps EATC system, rear blower, speed control, GEM system, brake interlock, overhead console, automatic ride control, lamp out warning...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 153
... PCM power relay Fuel system, anti-theft system Headlamps ABS system ABS system Trailer park LP and trailer stop LP Battery saver relay and headlamp relay Blower motor Power locks, power windows and power seats PCM memory and horn Air ride control relay Instrument panel fuse panel Ignition JBL system Rear wiper system Power point 4WD system Air suspension system Alternator system Air bag system...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 232
... ...91 Air cleaner filter ...192 replacing ...193 Air conditioning manual heating and air conditioning system ...28,29,30,31,32 Air suspension ...119 All wheel drive (AWD) ...134 Anti-theft system ...65 arming the system ...66 disarming a triggered system ..68 disarming an untriggered system ...68 warning light ...67 Autolamp system (see Headlamps) ...49 Automatic dimming mirror ...47,48 Battery...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 233
... doors ...74 programming entry code ...75 Lamps instrument panel, dimming ...26 Liftgate ...57 Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...11 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...11 anti-theft ...9 brake ...11 charging system ...10 check engine ...9 door ajar ...10 four-wheel drive ...9 fuel reset ...10 high beam ...11 overdrive off ...8 safety belt ...11,87,88 Luggage rack ...146 Manual transmission driving...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 234
...119 Trailer towing ...138 safety chains ...143 tips ...139,144 trailer brakes ...143 trailer lamps ...143 Transfer case (see Differential fluid) ...188 Transmission fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...186 Trip odometer ...14 Turn signal indicator lights ...9 Two step lock ...54 Vehicle dimensions ...228 Vehicle headlamp aiming device (VHAD) ...214 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...230...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
... Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; Severe duty schedule
DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 20,000 KILOMETERS (12,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Check clutch reservoir fluid...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
...loose parts. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 35,000 KILOMETERS (21,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
... and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Change manual transmission oil. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. NOTE: It is normal for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
...(54,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect exhaust system for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.
27 u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
... MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. NOTE: It is normal for leaks, damage or loose parts. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage.
29 u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if...
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