1998 Ford Explorer Support Question
1998 Ford Explorer Support Question
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Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing - Page 4
...the vehicle is reversed from two-wheel drive to all four wheels through a transfer case. Information on transfer case operation, shifting procedures and maintenance can be found in 4WD and the vehicle ... engage in the new direction.
4 On 4WD vehicles the transfer case allows you operate your "Owner's Guide." 4WD and AWD systems
drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two...
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing - Page 9
... manual transmission is in gear. Driving off-road with 4WD or AWD
operation of the driveline. Do not grip the spokes.
9 Set the parking brake fully, shut off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected...
Four Wheeling Supplement 1st Printing - Page 15
... provided by Ford, it can affect the safety and performance of your 4WD or AWD for off-road use with tires larger than what Ford recommends, you have questions regarding... handling and could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure. Tires, replacement requirements
TIRES, REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your 4WD or AWD vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide for highway...
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
Ford accessories for your vehicle
Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Neutral towing transfer case kit (Explorer only) Off road lights Pickup box rails Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Retractable bed hooks and loops Running boards Shift knobs ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 114
... 5 (Overdrive) 71 km/h (41 mph) 27 km/h (17 mph) Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) Transfer case position (if equipped) Shift from: AUTO or HIGH LOW 1 -2 16 km/h (10 mph) 6 km/h (4 mph)...(12 mph) 4 - 5 (Overdrive) 68 km/h (40 mph) 26 km/h (16 mph) Maximum downshift speeds Transfer case position (if equipped) Shift from: AUTO or HIGH LOW 5 (Overdrive) - 4 88 km/h (55 mph) 34 ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 116
... into R (Reverse) only by two-wheel drive vehicles. CONTROL-TRAC AUTOMATIC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The 4WD system uses all four wheels through a transfer case that protects you from accidentally shifting into R (Reverse) when you to select a four-wheel drive mode best suited for normal on-road operating conditions, such...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 120
... to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. Mud and water If you must drive through the terrain. If the transmission and transfer case are submerged in water, the rear axle lubricant should be checked and changed , if necessary. Water intrusion into the transmission may fail and injure a passenger...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 121
...of D (Drive). When speed control is equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD) transfer case. Resume speed with no need to shift between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. ...starting from a full stop. Allow more than usual. Consider using one of the AWD transfer case refer to all four wheels all the time with accelerator pedal. For the lubricant specification and refill capacity...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 123
... system gets wet, the vehicle may damage the transmission. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. If the transmission and transfer case are submerged in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. When climbing a steep hill, start in...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 142
...** Blower Motor Relay 3 50A** 4 Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS) Module 4 30A** Power Windows, Power Moon Roof, Power Seat 5 50A** Ignition Switch, Starter Relay 6 20A** Transfer Case Relay 7 -
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 174
Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter.
174 Add only enough fluid through the filler opening . Use only fluid that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening so that meets Ford specifications. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level.
3. Clean the filler plug. 2. Maintenance and care
Checking and adding transfer case fluid 1.
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 198
...SOHC engine (4x2) 5R55E Automatic with 4.0L EFI engine (4x4) 5R55E Automatic with 4.0L SOHC engine (4x4) 4WD AWD Engine coolant Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid 4.0L engine 5.0L engine Fill to line in reservoir Fill to line on ...) 12.1L (12.8 quarts)
Power steering fluid Transmission Motorcraft fluid MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCONV ATF
Transfer case
Motorcraft MERCON ATF
198
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 201
Capacities and specifications
Fluid Power steering reservoir Ford conventional and traction lok rear axles Front axle Transfer case Four wheel drive 5-speed manual transmission Transfer case Front Output Slip Shaft
1
Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft MERCON ATF Refer to footnotes 1, 2 and 3 4x4 Gear Oil Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 204
... a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a metal tag and is located on the front door latch pillar on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if so equipped). 204 IN U.S.A.
The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the driver side instrument panel. BY FORD MOTOR CO.
MFD. SEE OWNER...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 208
... snow tires and chains ...181 treadwear ...177 Traction-lok rear axle ...124,175 Trailer towing ...126 tips ...132 Transaxle fluid, checking and adding (manual) ...173 Transfer case fluid checking ...174 Transmission ...170 automatic operation ...107,108, 109,110,111,112 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...170 Trip odometer ...14 Turn signal lever...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 10
... lubricate front wheel bearings (4x2 only). NOTE: It is normal for damage and operation. Inspect exhaust system for California Certified Vehicles). u Replace PCV valve. u Change transfer case oil (4x4).
10 check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required for leaks...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 16
DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage:
16 Normal schedule
u Change automatic transmission fluid (except E4OD transmissions. E4OD transmissions have no normally scheduled fluid change requirements.) u Change transfer case oil (4x4).
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 21
... u Replace air cleaner filter every 50,000 km (30,000 miles) or 30 months. u Inspect drum and/or disc brake systems, hoses and lines. u Change transfer case oil (4x4). DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 50,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Severe duty schedule
DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25
... filter every 50,000 km (30,000 miles) or 30 months. u Replace PCV valve. u Inspect drum and/or disc brake systems, hoses and lines. u Change transfer case oil (4x4). Severe duty schedule
100,000 KILOMETERS (60,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 29
... but not required for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Inspect exhaust system for California Certified Vehicles). DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 155,000 KILOMETERS (93,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil...
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