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How To Reset My Key On Ford Explorer
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 1
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.../washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Adaptive cruise control Moonroof
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2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 3
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... storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2011 Ford Motor Company
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2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only)
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 4
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...to such questions are generally available. In this guide How can also be read and observed.
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2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off: In the event...: • In the United States: www.ford.com • In Canada: www.ford.ca • In Australia: www.ford.com.au • In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx Additional owner information is an integral...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 23
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...the engine and let the engine cool. *Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.
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2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Inst Fuel Econ - shows the amount of fuel used...Cluster
Main menu Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrow key or OK to reset the current trip, distance time, average MPG, and fuel used. *Note: Some items are ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 33
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It is important to reset fuel economy after setting the speed control to display a stabilized average. 2. Driver Assist Traction Ctrl On / Off Blind Spot On (default on key cycle) / Off Collision Warning Sensitivity High / Normal / Low Chimes On (default on key cycle) / Off Warn On (default on key cycle) / Off Cross Traffic On (default on...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 48
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...affect use of electronic devices while driving. Use the soft keys beneath the screen to low battery conditions or an elapsed...turn off due to select the function directly above them. 48
2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The audio ... (Power/Volume): Press to turn to an acceptable condition. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using your system...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 54
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... key cycle, your satellite radio account. Troubleshooting tips Radio Display Acquiring Condition Possible action Radio requires more No action required. Ford ...Motor Company shall not be responsible for service. Unsubscribed Channel Subscription not Contact SIRIUS at any such programming changes. subscribe to the channel, or tune to another channel.
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 113
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...lens to locate the "learn " button, after approximately 2.5 seconds and resets to beginning so you will know which you cannot locate the "learn "...system help line at 1-866-57Car2U (1-866-572-2728). 113
2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Rolling code programming...door opener motor and its "learn " button, refer to your key is on and engine off . Press the "learn " button. ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 124
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... 1. Driver Controls
Resetting the power liftgate: The power liftgate may not operate properly and may be equipped with the outside release handle or control button on the roof panel. Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars,...rack side rails. Your vehicle may need to be reset if any of the load before driving and at each fuel stop.
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 129
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... right arrow key. 2. Refer to detect deletion of each item. 4. Clear MyKey To reset all MyKeys as an additional admin 129
2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If this odometer to zero is lower than the last time you choose to make MyKey compatible with non Ford-approved...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 130
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...engine when you insert a key into gear. Enter the vehicle and close all doors. 2. Prior to reset all vehicles with MyKey...key in the Clear MyKey section. 130
2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security
key with intelligent access key... system status menus will include the non Ford-approved remote start the vehicle. Follow steps 1-4 ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 131
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... the vehicle. Condition Can't create a MyKey
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2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Cannot program the • Key in the ignition is a MyKey. Refer to Create a... Vehicle has been started using a non Ford-approved remote start system that is programmed as MyKey. Lost any key • For programming spare keys, refer to Using MyKey with ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 132
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... distance does not accumulate
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2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Refer to the Using MyKey with remote start systems section to reset all keys as MyKeys No MyKey function Potential Causes • Vehicle has a non Ford-approved remote start system that is equipped with remote start...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 147
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...need to prevent these systems may be purchased from your keys and lock all objects on with a coded key disarms the vehicle.
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2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If...Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. These objects will display: STARTING SYSTEM FAULT. This system is designed to your spare transmitters to help prevent the engine from the coded key ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 278
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...control can control trailer sway and maintain safe operation.
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2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Ford does not recommend disabling this feature except in situations where speed ..., SLOW DOWN. If trailer sway is only enabled above a speed at each new key cycle. Driving
Trailer sway control When properly equipped, trailer sway control will also display TRAILER...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 310
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...for a few vehicles must be blocked. interfering with the radar signals The system will automatically reset to the system recognizing a blocked condition and alerting the driver, the number of at least ... and actions for careful driving and only an assist. BLIS is blocked after a key cycle.
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2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Note: The vehicle must pass so ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 320
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...a good spare (except vehicles that have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. available within 100...) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery ...shall be responsible for any roadside services.
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 322
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...used when your vehicle is disabled and is located on position. Ford Motor Company recommends that stops the flow of the instrument panel. ...if necessary repair fuel leaks after any position or if the key is equipped with a fuel pump shut-off . Turn the... will operate when the ignition is in any collision.
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 374
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...vehicle sleep time (key off with a Ford recommended replacement battery ...Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Prior to relearning state of charge, the BMS may also affect the performance of the vehicle. After battery replacement, or in some cases after charging the battery with an external charger, the BMS requires eight hours of vehicle sleep time (key off with a Ford...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 413
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...against major repair expenses resulting from your vehicle. 413
2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) ... intervals. The Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ must be reset after each oil change . refer to the Instrument Cluster ... performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using genuine Ford parts. Be sure receipts for an oil change service ...
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