1996 Ford Explorer Support Question
1996 Ford Explorer Support Question
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Question posted by wwwderrickwoodall on March 7th, 2014
Ignition Lock Cylinder Issue
My 96'ford explorer 2wd v8 stop working. .. I tried to start it , but the key just kept spinning. .. I tried again, it turned on the lights, heat, etc.... but they wouldnt turn off. . I checked online to see what I can find about the problem, and it lead to the ignition lock cylinder. .. so, I got another lock cylinder, and installed it- the lock cylinder feels the same as the old one I replaced. ... wat else can it be? Oh, I took the pos cable off,instead of the neg 1.... does something need to be reset?
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Owner's Manual - Page 32
.... RWARNING Air bag system components get hot after inflation. The air bag system uses a readiness light on the instrument cluster and a tone to the ON position, this light will illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and then turn the ignition key to indicate the condition of the air bag system is operating normally. This indicates that...
Owner's Manual - Page 69
... in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in the LOCK position and will not turn the key from theft. If your key is mounted on the floor. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that allows you to remove the key. Starting Your Explorer
Ignition
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
The positions of your vehicle's electrical accessories such...
Owner's Manual - Page 70
... starter. Release the key once the engine starts so that you park on the type of the steering column, just above the key lock cylinder.
ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to the ON position once the engine is in this position while the engine runs.
Ignition Key Buzzer or Chime...
Owner's Manual - Page 71
... mounted on hot, sunny days, temperatures in your vehicle. Remove the key. Put the gearshift in the key release button. 5. Turn the key to OFF. 3. They could quickly become high enough to cause severe and possibly fatal injuries to LOCK. 4. Starting Your Explorer
3.
Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 6. Remove the key. If your foot from
the service brake.
4. Set the parking...
Owner's Manual - Page 73
... this section.
2. Starting Your Engine
To start in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try, turn the key to the ON position after the engine has started. Follow the steps under Preparing to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. Turn the key to the ON position. 3. Turn the ignition key to the START position (cranking) until the
engine starts. Allow the key to return to...
Owner's Manual - Page 74
... normal idle speed. For directions on the first try again. Wait a few seconds after the starter stops, then try , turn the key to idle for a few seconds before driving away. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. 2. When you start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the idle speed checked. If it . 3. If the engine still does...
Owner's Manual - Page 82
If the fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the light stays on or comes on after you turn the ignition key to START to possible problems with your dealer or a qualified service technician.
Brake System Warning Light
The warning light for the brakes can show two things - that the parking brake is not fully released, or...
Owner's Manual - Page 83
... of the following will not turn on while driving, have the braking system checked by a qualified service technician as soon as possible. Anti-lock warning light symbol
RWARNING If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or comes on .
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Anti-lock Brake Warning Light
To check the ABS brake warning light, turn the ignition key to fasten your safety belt...
Owner's Manual - Page 89
...key is in this chapter for more information.
This indicates that a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine oil pressure gauge, and the fuel level gauge. Anti-theft alarm light
Check Gage Light (If equipped)
This light will come on and off when the ignition...near empty This light serves as you lock the doors, the light glows steadily. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 162
... 25 seconds. Arming and Disarming the Alarm System with the remote entry LOCK button or by turning the ignition to the ON or ACCESSORY position. You can turn it off with Remote Entry
Your Remote Entry System will flash. You can turn these lights off by pressing the PANIC button again from the transmitter or by...
Owner's Manual - Page 164
... within 30 seconds of normal use. Turn the ignition key back to confirm that you notice a significant decrease in operating range, the batteries should chirp once. Press the door power unlock button twice. 9. The horn will continue to work from the door switch even when deactivated at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
164 Replacing...
Owner's Manual - Page 167
... to prevent the vehicle from being
started
Arming the System
The system is ready to arm any door is opened, the liftgate is opened, or the ignition key is prearmed and waiting for all doors to lock the doors (with the doors open or closed . Battery voltage to these lights have been left on the...
Owner's Manual - Page 168
... 2 seconds until the system is triggered and sounding.
168 Remember, all doors are locked and the anti-theft system is triggered or disarmed.
s Unlock any were open or...An armed or activated system can be in the vehicle time to flash with a key.
The THEFT indicator will begin to exit without triggering the alarm. When you can...
UNLOCK button. s Turn ignition to arm.
Owner's Manual - Page 170
...safety consideration, whenever a door is turned OFF to Message Center in the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter for any load changes made after the vehicle is locked in the jack storage area. ...ride control system raises the vehicle approximately two inches above its lowest position when the ignition is opened, including the liftgate and liftgate glass, the system memorizes and maintains the...
Owner's Manual - Page 172
... the driver's window without holding down power window feature allows you to the down , the window will stop at that position.
172
You must place the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position to lock the levers. To close, depress the levers on each side of the latch. The driver's door has...
Owner's Manual - Page 230
Figure 1
230 Open Compact Disc Changer unit by using buttons on the Audio System.
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). Unit Loading Instructions
1.
Owner's Manual - Page 261
...slowly and steadily when starting from a higher gear after the ascent has started. Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of stalling. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in...vehicles have special design and equipment features to downshift from a full stop. Driving Your Explorer
When climbing a steep hill, start in a wide variety of off -road conditions. Rapid pumping of...
Owner's Manual - Page 263
... system check called bulb proveout when the vehicle ignition is part of a vehicle with poor road conditions could cause you and your vehicle. This is an indication that the 4WABS system is working correctly and is normal. 263 Some differences exist and are listed below:
s Apply the brake steadily. s During an Anti-lock stop will...
Owner's Manual - Page 268
... highway speeds in top gear.
If this does not work, try to drive away. Driving at very high speeds for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Sudden acceleration, deceleration, turning, or combinations of time may result in reduced steering control. Wheel Spin s Extreme acceleration can cause a vehicle to vehicle components. For...
Owner's Manual - Page 423
... ...Brakelamp, high-mount brakelamp Brakes adjustment ...anti-lock ...applying the brakes ...brake warning light ...fluid, checking and adding ...fluid, refill capacities ...fluid, specifications ...front disc ...if brakes do not grip well ...master cylinder ...new brake linings ...noise ...parking ...power braking ...servicing ...stopping distances...trailer ...when storing your vehicle ...Brake...
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