1996 Ford Explorer Support Question
1996 Ford Explorer Support Question
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Question posted by Gilessherman on January 6th, 2013
1996 Ford Explorer Check Engine Light
my 1996 ford explorer doesn't accelerate properly when I step on the gas , after trying to accelerate I smell gas .what coulld be the problem? I have been driving the truck low on gas a lot lately
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Owner's Manual - Page 72
... to Start Your Vehicle
RWARNING Do not start your vehicle started. If you have problems getting your vehicle. Make sure the headlamps and other enclosed area. Exhaust fumes are... period of time with the engine running. Fuel-Injected Engines
When starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before you turn the key...
Owner's Manual - Page 73
Starting Your Explorer
Before you start in five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not flood the engine, then try again. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting your engine:
1. Turn the ignition key to the START position (cranking) until the
engine starts. Turn the...
Owner's Manual - Page 74
Press the accelerator all the way to the floor and hold the key in this chapter. Have the vehicle checked.
72 Whenever you start after two attempts:
1.
For directions on the first try again. It should, however, slow down automatically, do not allow the engine to the OFF position. If the engine does not start your...
Owner's Manual - Page 77
...:
1. If you do not see or
smell fuel, do not see or smell fuel, you may have a different mechanical problem.
4. If you do not start your vehicle.
Check under the vehicle again for fuel pump shut-off switch
75 Turn the ignition key ON for leaking fuel. 3. Check all vehicle warning lights before driving your vehicle again.
Owner's Manual - Page 85
... when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as burglar alarms, cellular phones, and CB radios must be carefully installed. If an emission problem is detected, the Check Engine Warning Light (in the ON position and any door or the liftgate is not completely closed, the light will illuminate. If the light does not come...
Owner's Manual - Page 86
... vehicle serviced at one (1) second intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is not properly installed. After completing the three consecutive warm-up cycles and on the fourth engine start up , the Check Engine Warning Light should turn off.
Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on rare occasions while you are...
Owner's Manual - Page 89
... Gauge, or Fuel Gauge in the ON position and the: s engine coolant temperature is high s engine oil pressure is low s fuel level is near empty This light serves as you lock the doors, the light glows steadily.
Anti-theft alarm light
Check Gage Light (If equipped)
This light will come on and off when the ignition switch is OFF...
Owner's Manual - Page 101
... SIGNAL ERROR", this means that are active. Fuel Economy cannot be reset. That is a problem with the oil temperature sender system and you should contact your dealer 100 For two of the systems reported in the system check (Engine Oil Life Left and Fuel Level), there are unaffected by pushing the RESET switch...
Owner's Manual - Page 104
... as safely possible, turn off as many of warning messages and their associated reset category:
Check Engine Temp
This warning message is displayed when the engine coolant is idling at a low speed, turn off engine and let it is not maintaining a proper voltage. If you do not follow these instructions, you are running electrical accessories when...
Owner's Manual - Page 140
Tilt steering wheel lever
140 You could lose control of the horn pad. Check the horn regularly to make sure it operates properly.
Horn
To sound the horn, press the center of the vehicle and injure someone. Horn location
Tilt Steering (If equipped)
RWARNING Never adjust the steering column/wheel when the vehicle is moving.
Owner's Manual - Page 250
... floor. RWARNING Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is securely latched in P (Park). Power Braking
Increasing the engine speed above idle without lifting it toward you. To securely latch the gearshift in j Overdrive or Drive (O/D OFF), push the accelerator to the appropriate gear: third, second or first. Forced Downshifts
To gain extra...
Owner's Manual - Page 333
... schedule is serviced promptly.
333 Ford Motor Company recommends that the Owner Maintenance Checks listed in the engine
compartment so that you can provide...we design parts - such as possible.
Servicing Your Explorer
Service Made Easy
Ford has two goals for the proper operation of this Owner Guide. Check your Warranty Information Booklet to make servicing your dealership...
Owner's Manual - Page 347
... that you experience or your foot on the brake s Sudden stops s Extended engine idling s Using speed control in hilly terrain s Extended use of variables which ...Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance s Excessive speed s Rapid acceleration and excessive speed s Driving with your style of driving. Servicing Your Explorer
Comparisons With Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Transport Canada ...
Owner's Manual - Page 349
... out of engine oil is important for the engine oil to drain back into position, making sure the gearshift is fully seated. Open the hood. Turn the engine off , the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level ground. Servicing Your Explorer
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
Since the proper amount of the engine.
5.
Owner's Manual - Page 355
... which you drive during winter months.
Have your vehicle is such that are necessary using Motorcraft parts or their equivalents.
355
Leave a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and water in your community's regulations and standards for deterioration, leaks and loose clamps before adding or replacing engine coolant. Servicing Your Explorer
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor...
Owner's Manual - Page 357
Finally, check the radiator and add more engine coolant is at least up to the cold fill mark of
overflow bottle
s letting the coolant cool down (engine coolant temperature
gauge below... (12,000 km), consult your Ford Dealer.
357 Servicing Your Explorer
5. In order to bleed the cooling system properly after initial system fill. If more engine coolant if
needed, following the procedures...
Owner's Manual - Page 400
...truck in a manner that the emission system is not working properly. Watch for fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke, loss of the engine.... RWARNING Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in Canada, vehicle owners may ...engine. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can increase the temperature of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the check engine light...
Owner's Manual - Page 426
... (see Instrument panel) ...Daytime running light system ...Defects, reporting ...Defrost rear window ...windshield ...Dipstick ...automatic transmission fluid ...engine oil ...power steering fluid...Disabled vehicle (see Speed control). . File:unixx.ex Update:Thu Feb 29 09:21:09 1996
Convenience kit in cargo area ...Coolant (see Engine coolant) checking and adding ...drain and flush ...preparing...
Owner's Manual - Page 427
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Index
E
Electrical system fuses ...381, 388 operating when the engine is off ...67 power point outlet ...204 relays...brake) ...266 Emission control system catalytic converter ...399 emissions warranty ...3, 399 Engine check engine warning light...84 does not start ...72, 74 fuel injected engine, starting ...70-71 fuel pump shut-off switch ...74 preparing to start...
Owner's Manual - Page 434
... Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...anti-theft ...brake ...charging system ...check engine ...engine oil pressure ...hazard warning light ...high beam ...low washer fluid ...oil pressure...overdrive off ...safety belt ...service engine soon...unixx.ex Update:Thu Feb 29 09:21:09 1996
Lamps (continued) interior lamps ...replacing bulbs ...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Servicing) ......
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