Ford 2009 Explorer v.1- Manuals

Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...

Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable ofcollecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Therecorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event.The modules may record information about both the vehicle and theoccupant...

Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage. Cell phone use The...

Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specificinformation For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and options that are different from the ones that are describedin this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this boo...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lig...

Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator lightilluminates when the ignition is firstturned to the on position to checkthe bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready forInspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soonlight will stay on until the engine is c...

• Optional instrument cluster Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the on positionwhen the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, orby applying the parking brake when the...

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 威 chime will also sound to remind youto fasten your safety belt. Refer tothe Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder 威 chime feature. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging ...

Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains on atstart up or while driving, the tirepressure should be checked. Referto Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for...

AdvanceTrac 威 : Flashes when the AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC 威 system is active. Illuminates solid when thesystem has been disabled (by thedriver or as a result of a systemfailure); refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Four wheel drive low(if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive low...

AUDIO SYSTEMSQuick start — How to get going WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the s...

For a single CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, insert onlyone, label side up into the CD slot.LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the display. The firsttrack on the disc will begin playing. For an in-dash six CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, pressLOAD. Select a slot numbe...

Press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engageshuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise,random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CDSHUF will appear in the display.To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. ...

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’s memory. Press / to cycle through the saved songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK.The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK againand the display will read SONG DELETED. If you...

TRACK/FOLDER MODE: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In track mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through all tracks on the discIn folder mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through tracks within the selected folder.Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available).Press OK to c...

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected,(Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold SEEK, SEEK to fast seek through the previous /next...

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radiosubscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. In TEXT MODE, sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the additional display text. When the “&l...

18. (CD eject): To eject a disc from the system, press . Select the correct slot number usingmemory presets 1–6. When ready, the system will eject the disc and thedisplay will read REMOVE CD. If the disc is not removed in 15 seconds,the system will reload the disc.If there is only one disc present i...

2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm)connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fullycharged and that t...

moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a securelocation, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle isin motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow theportable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion. USB port (if eq...

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result ...

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System(FES) which allows you to listen to audio CDs, MP3 discs, watch DVDsand to plug in and play a variety of standard video game systems. TheDVD player is capable of playing standard DVDs, CDs, MP3s and iscompatible with CD-R/W, CD-R and cer...

1. Press theheadphone/speaker / button on the DVD player or press the 2and 4 memory presets on the radio at the same time. A green light will illuminate next to either the A or B Headphone ControlButton to indicate which channel is active (able to be controlled). 2. Press MEDIA to change the audio s...

To adjust display brightness: To decrease/increase the brightnesslevel on the display screen, pressthe brightness control on the DVDsystem. A display will appear at thebottom of the screen indicating thebrightness level. The brightness display will only appear when the menuis not displayed. DVD play...

15. ENTER: Press to select/confirm the current selection. 16. Cursor /Brightness controls: Use the cursor controls to makevarious selections when in anymenu. When not in a menu, and inDVD mode, press / to adjust the brightness. A display bar will appear at the bottom of the screenindicating the brig...

1. Power control: Press to turn the FES (Family Entertainment System) ON/OFF. 2. Cursor controls: Use in various active menus to advance the cursor up/down/left/right. When not in a Menu, the left and right cursor controlsdecrease and increase the display brightness. 3. DISPLAY: Press to access the ...

Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. Since all batterieshave a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to control theDVD player. Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries whi...

Headphones Wireless headphones WARNING: The driver should never use the headphones while driving the vehicle. Using headphones may prevent the driver from hearing audible warnings such as horns or emergency sirens,which could result in a crash causing serious injury. Give your fullattention to drivi...

Wired headphones WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children operate the system while unsupervised. If wired headphones or auxiliary systems are used, children may becomeentangled in the cords and seriously injure themselves. WARNING: The driver should never use ...

Audio displays Your DVD system interacts closely with the front audio system. Statusmessages will appear in the radio display showing the DVD status. Somepossible radio display messages: • SINGLE PLAY or DUAL PLAY • DVD LOAD • DVD MENU • DVD STOP Audio interaction You can then also use the front aud...

When the DVD system is ON, youcan then press the memory presetcontrols 2 and 4 simultaneously totoggle between Single Play and Dual Play. In Single Play mode, allspeakers listen to the same media. In Dual Play mode, rear seatpassengers can use the infrared wireless, or wired (not included)headphones...

Safety information WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safeoperation of their ve...

Do not operate video games or video equipment if the power cordsand/or cables are broken, split or damaged. Carefully place cords and/orcables where they will not be stepped on or interfere with the operationof seats and/or compartments. Disconnect video games and video equipment power cords and/or ...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 2. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in thevehicle. See the following for a briefdescription on each control. MAX A/C: Distributes recircu...

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. A/C control: Manually turns A/C on or off. 2. Recirculation control: Cools the vehicle more quickly byrecirculating the cabin air instead ofusing outside air and helps prevent unpleasant outside odors or fumesfrom entering the vehicle....

17. Temperature conversion: Press to toggle between Fahrenheitand Celsius temperature on theDATC display only. The set point temperatures in Celsius will bedisplayed in half-degree increments. Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector ...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is locatedon the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control toclear the rear window of thin iceand fog. • An indicator lamp will illuminatewhen the rear defroster isactivated. The ignition must be in the on position to operate the rear windowd...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp control(if equipped) The autolamp control sets theheadlamps to turn on and offautomatically. The autolamp control,located on the headlamp cont...

Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you toactivate. Release the lever todeactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel when exteriorlights are on. • Rotate the thumbwheel from leftto right to brighten theinstrument panel. • Rotate the thumbwheel from rightto lef...

Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted. Yourvehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments.To adjust the headlamps:1. Park your vehicle on a level surface about 25 feet (7.6 meters) awayfrom a vertical plain surface (3). Check your headlamp alignme...

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right turnsignal. INTERIOR LAMPS Dome/reading lamps The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until thecourtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry...

Cargo/reading lamps The dome portion of the lamp orthe center light can be turned onwhen the panel dimmer control isrotated fully up or when a door isopened. The rear dome lamp can be turnedon or off by sliding the control. BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommod...

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs 1. Turn off the headlamps and openthe hood. 2. Remove three screws from theheadlamp assembly and pullheadlamp forward. 3. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove itfrom the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket. ...

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulb 1. Remove the two screws and lampassembly away from the vehicle. 2. Remove the bulb holder from thelamp assembly by depressing thesnaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket and push in the new bulb. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 2009 Explorer (exp) Ow...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

O (off) — Rear wiper and washer off. For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washercontrol to either position. From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT 2or O (off) position. TILT STEERING COLUMN Pull the lever down and release, tounlock the stee...

Slide on rod feature Rotate the visor towards the sidewindow and extend it rearward foradditional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must beretracted before moving it backtowards the windshield. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s ov...

Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety ofaftermarket garage door openers: • Place the VELCRO 威 hook onto the side of the aftermarkettransmitter opposite of thebutton. • Place the transmitter into storagecompartment, button down...

WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Rear center console features (if equipped) The rear center console incorporates the following features: • Utility compartment • Cupholders • Flip forward armrest to provide aflat load floor AUXILIARY POWER POIN...

To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. If the power point or cigarlighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses....

Press and pull the window switchesto open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) andhold the switch to close. Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or bu...

Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only) When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as thewindow is moving upward, the window will automatically reversedirection and move down. This is known as “bounce-back”. If the ignitionis turned off (without accessory delay being active) during bounce-b...

To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Fold-away mirrors Fold the si...

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control toadjust accelerator and brake pedaltoward you or away from you. WARNING: Never adjust th...

Setting speed control The controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and releaseit. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control andrelease it. 4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal. 5. The indicator ligh...

Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’s previouslyset speed. • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased...

WARNING: When programming your HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential injury or damage. Do not use the HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse featu...

HomeLink 威 should now activate your rolling code equipped device. To program additional HomeLink 威 buttons begin with Step 1 in this section. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. Gate Operator & Canadian Programming Console mount Visor mount D...

Operating the HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System Console mount Visor mount To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink 威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gateoperator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lightingetc.). For conv...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons Console mount Visor mount To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot beerased): • Press and hold the two outer HomeLink 威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do nothold for longer that 30 seconds. ...

STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the on position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle information through a constant monitor ofvehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status. Thesyst...

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is basedon your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is notthe same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fueleconomy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery isdisconnected. Averag...

• Autounlock • Park Aid (if equipped) • Trailer sway control • Oil Life Reset and Start Value • Compass display • Compass zone adjustment • Compass calibration adjustment Briefly press the SELECT/RESET control switch to scroll through theSETUP MENU display sequence. If the SELECT/RESET control switc...

Compass zone adjustment (if equipped) 1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap. 2. Turn ignition to the on position. 3. Locate the reset button on top ofthe compass sensor mounted behindthe mirror. 4. Press and hold the reset buttonon the com...

OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the on position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle information through a constant monitor ofvehicle systems. You may select display features on the messagecenter for a display of status. Thesyste...

Warning display Status Door ajar Warning cannot be reset Fuel level low Warning returns after 10 minutes Park brake engagedService RSC nowCheck brake systemCheck park aid (if equipped) Warning returns only after the ignitionkey is turned from off to on. Brake fluid level lowWasher fluid level lowOil...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT WARNING: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals. Position the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rotateforward to lock...

KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealersupplied keys, replacement keys are avail...

The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has beendisabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has beenenabled. Message center procedure For information on activating/deactivating the autolock feature using thevehicle’s message center (if equipped), refer to Messag...

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. • The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for one ...

The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorsand liftgate, open the liftgatewindow without a key and activatethe panic alarm. The remote entry lock/unlockfeature operates in any ignitionposition. The liftgate glass featureoperates as long as the vehicle’sspeed is less than 3 ...

Locking the doors/liftgate 1. Press and release to lock all the doors and liftgate. The lamps will flash. Note: If any door, the liftgate or the liftgate glass are not closed properly, the lamps will not flash. 2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed ...

2. Press the SET control on thelower-center portion of theinstrument panel. 3. Within five seconds, press onecontrol on the remote transmitterand then press the 1 or 2 control onthe lower-center portion of theinstrument panel which you wouldlike to associate with the seat andDriver 1 or Driver 2 pos...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing oftransmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer tothe diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correcto...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • open the liftgate window. • activate or deactivate theautolock feature. The keypad can be operated withthe factory set 5–digit entry code;this code is located on the owner’swal...

Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may bepurchased from your authorized dealer. The authorized dealer canprogram your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keysyourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The...

• The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. • If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time orflashes rapidly, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key,you ...

5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position. Keepthe ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but no morethan 10 seconds. 6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the secondpreviously programmed coded key from the ignition. 7. Within twenty...

SEATING WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Before ret...

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright an...

A position can be recalled: • in any gearshift position if the ignition is not in the on position. • only in P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition is in the on position. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time. The memory positions are also recalled when you press your remoteentry tra...

The heated seat control is located in the lower center of the instrumentpanel. To operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate. REAR SEATS To have an unobstructed rear view, you can fold down the second andthird row head restraints. Refer to the Folding down the 2...

If needed, when installing some high back child restraints, the headrestraints of the second row seating positions can be removed. Insert athin pointed object, such as a paper clip or pushpin, into the hole ofeach head restraint guide and while lifting up remove the head restraint.Store the head res...

Note: When folding down the seat, lift the handle only once. When the seatback releases and folds, the handle should be released. Any furtherturning of the handle while the seatback releases, may damage thehandle. Once the seatback is folded, a second lifting of the handle willdetach the seat rear l...

Note : If the seat back will not return to the upright position, tumble the seat again and re-latch it to the floor. Be sure that cargo or other objectsare not trapped underneath the seatback. 4. Lift up on the head restraint untilit locks into its original position. WARNING: Before returning the se...

Exiting the 3rd row 1. Lower the head restraints. See Folding down the 2nd row 60/40seats and buckets seats earlier in this section. 2. Pull on the lever/strap (asequipped) located at the bottomright of the seat back to release theseat from the floor, and rotate theseat up towards the front seat. 3....

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its originalposition, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. Anunlatched seat may become dangerous in the event...

Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System 威 to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seatposition. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sittingclose to the driver airbag by providing a lower air...

Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit in the back seat where they can be properly restrained. WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on ...

• Front and rear seats 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from thebuckle. • Front and rear seats All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have threetypes of locking modes described b...

Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automaticlocking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a ch...

WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the combination lap and shoulder belt system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic lockingretractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly, in additionto other checks for proper s...

Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height,squeeze and hold the buttons on theside and slide t...

To adjust the comfort guide: 1. Slip the shoulder belt into thebelt guide. 2. Slide the guide up or down alongthe webbing so that the belt iscentered on the occupant’s shoulder. WARNING: Position the safety belt comfort guide so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adju...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition... The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’s safety belt isbuckled while the indicatorlight is illuminat...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety be...

WARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. To properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly...

Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airb...

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (e.g., bakingsoda) that result from thecombustion pr...

• one or more impact and safing sensors. • a readiness light and tone. • diagnostic module. • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indica...

Objects Pass Airbag OffIndicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. three-ringbinder, small purse,bottled water) Unlit Disabled Medium (i.e. heavybriefcase, fully packedluggage) Lit Disabled Empty seat, or smallto medium object withsafety belt buckled Lit Disabled If you think that the status of the ...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenger ...

How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system includedrecommended testing procedures that were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk ofin...

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy 威 system is provided. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy 威 . How does the...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make ...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybelt andtoptetheranchor Safetybelt only Rear facingchild seat Up to 48 lb(21 kg) X X ...

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...

If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the child safety seat orwith the belt-positioning booster. Remember that child seats andbelt-positioning bo...

Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions(center seating use) The lower anchors at the center of the second row rear seat are spaced592 mm (23 inches) apart. The standardized spacing for LATCH loweranchors is 280 mm (11 inches) center to center. A child seat with rigidLATCH at...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichextends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoringpoint called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as anaccessory for many older safety seats. Conta...

3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 4. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored prope...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back be...

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedurescan be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be f...

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The ...

Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and checkthe tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflatea...

WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed,inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives.In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of treadwear. However, heat cau...

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair. The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed onyour vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Companymay af...

Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If yourvehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may beout of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel ali...

4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You ...

Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of thedriver’s door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower thanthe recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings suchas standard load, radial tubeless, etc...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The LowTire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure issignificantly low. Once the light is illu...

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system isno longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to thefollowing chart for information conc...

Low TirePressureWarning Light Possiblecause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is in use.Repair the damaged road wheel andre-mount it on the vehicle to restoresystem functionality. For adescription of how the systemfunctions under these conditio...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehi...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the...

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tireswith a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWRand GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle ...

• A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick upcement from the local home improvement store to finish that patioyou have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside ofthe vehicle with the rear seat fo...

2. Weigh your vehicle without cargo. To obtain correct weights, take yourvehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks. 3. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart.This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. It must bebelow the maximum trailer w...

4X4 and AWD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Trailer weight range-lb. (kg) (0-Maximum) 4.6L* Class III/IVtowing 3.55 12000 (5443) 0–7115 (0–3227) Notes: - For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation...

Class III Trailer Hitch Safety ChainLoops can be used as recoveryhooks. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes aresafe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’sspecifications. The trailer brakes must...

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components, do not trailertow during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of a new vehicle. • To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components during the first500 miles (800 km) of trailer towing, drive no faste...

• If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hillyconditions, at GCWR, or any combination of these factors, considerrefilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already soequipped. Refer to the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the lubricant specification. Rememb...

RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing.An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behinda motorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that yourtransmission is not damaged. 2WD vehicles: Do not tow your vehicle with any w...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. Thisposition also shuts the engine andall electrical accessories off. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. On— all electrical circuitso...

• Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear ofall combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper andsimilar items. • Be sure that the engine block heater, heater cord and extension cordare solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord tobecome very hot ...

Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Thissystem helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops bykeeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor andbrake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking ...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned on) until theparking brake is released....

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directionalstability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severely oravoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes to one ormore of the wheels individually and, if nece...

WARNING: Trailer sway control does not prevent a trailer from swaying, it mitigates the sway from increasing once it has occurred. If you are experiencing trailer sway it is likely that the traileris improperly loaded for the correct tongue weight or the speed of thevehicle and trailer is too high. ...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition isin the on position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P...

Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy.This Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy offers the optimaltransmission operation and shift quality. When the vehicle’s battery hasbeen disconnected for any type of ...

Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. Driving with a 6–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.Adaptive Shift Strateg...

Audible Warnings Distance to Object Warning Speed above 2.5 mph (4 km/h) up to 1.6 feet (.5 meters) Solid 1.6 feet (.5 meters) to 3.1 feet(1 meter) Fast beep 3.1 feet (1 meter) to 5.7 feet(1.8 meters) Medium/fast beep 5.7 feet (1.8 meters) to 9 feet(2.8 meters) Medium beep 9 feet (2.8 meters) to 13 ...

The radar sensor is located behind the rear bumper/fascia. Alwayskeep the rear bumper/fascia free from snow, ice and largeaccumulations of dirt. These elements may cause the system tooperate inaccurately. If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leavingit misaligned or bent, the sen...

Using the Control Trac 4WD system 4X4 AUTO - Provides electronically-controlled four-wheel drive with power delivered to all four wheels as required for traction. This mode isappropriate for all on-road driving conditions, including dry roadsurfaces, wet pavement, snow and gravel. 4X4 HIGH (4WD High...

Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles AWD and 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow,mud and rough terrain and have operating characteristics that aresomewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. How your vehicle differs from other vehicle...

• It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highwayreflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt asudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slidesideways out of control or roll over. Remember, your safety and thesafety of others should be yo...

Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoidthe emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,not more...

Parking On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest ofthe driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatictransmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. Do notleave t...

Mud and water If you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Traction orbrake capability may be limited. When driving through water,determine the depth; avoid waterhigher than the bottom of the hubs(if possible) and proceed slowly. Ifthe ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Once thro...

possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehandthe route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill withoutseeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverseover a hill without the aid of an observer. When climbing a steep slope or hill,start in a ...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the...

• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact1...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electricfuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pumpshut-off switch may have been activated. The fuel ...

FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriatefuses before replacing any electricalcomponents. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage r...

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below theinstrument panel on the driver’sside. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel box. The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 20A Moon roof, Adjustable pedal...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 22 15A Brake switch, Bi-color stop lamps,CHMSL, All turn lamps 23 15A Interior lamps, Puddle lamps,Battery saver, Instrumentillumination, Homelink 24 10A Cluster, Theft LED 25 15A Trailer tow park lamps 26 15A License plate/rear park lamp,Front ...

Power distribution box The power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systemsfrom overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce...

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate when th...

Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations: Tool Location Spare tire Under the vehicle, just in front ofthe rear bumper. The spare tirewinch drive nut is located at therear center of the cargo areaunder a lid. Jack, lug nut wre...

Removing the spare tire Do not use an impact wrench on the winch drive nut. This willdamage the spare tire winch. 1. Open the cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the winchdrive nut. 2. Insert the lug wrench on thewinch drive nut. The wrench will stop moving andforward resistance to tur...

3. Turn the wrenchcounterclockwise until the tire islowered to the ground and the cablehas slack. When turning the wrench,make sure that it does not scuff thekick plate. 4. Slide the tire rearward, lift oneside and remove the retainer fromthe spare tire. Changing the spare tire WARNING: When one of ...

5. Position the jack according to theillustrated guides and turn the jackhandle clockwise until the tire is amaximum of 1 inch (25 mm) off theground. Note: Do not use the running boards, front and rear hingeassemblies, running board motors,or the running board underbodymounts to lift the vehicle wit...

9. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torquespecification. Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or los...

Re-stowing the jack and tools 1. Unblock the wheels. 2. Stow the wheel ornament (if removed) in a safe location in the vehicle(such as the glove box or jack stowage compartment) so it will notbecome damaged. Re-install the wheel ornament onto the wheel once thetire is repaired or replaced. 3. Stow t...

Note: Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation. If there isvisible corrosion in wheel pilot hole,remove loose particles by wipingwith clean rag and apply grease.Apply grease only to the wheel pilothole surface by smearing a “dime”(1 square cm) sized glob of greasearound the wheel pilot sur...

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, theautomatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, thetransmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation isconsidered normal and will not affect function or durability of thetransmi...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the ground studlocated toward the front of the vehicle (forward of the battery) on theradiator support. Keep the negative (-) cable away from the battery andthe carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or ...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) term...

WRECKER TOWING Note: Turn off the power running boards (if equipped) prior to preparing the vehicle for towing. Refer to Running boards in the Driver Controls chapter. If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance progra...

On 4x4/AWD vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with awheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off theground. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck ...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and theauthorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of C...

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform youof local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can onl...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is availablefrom your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...

• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of MotorcraftPremium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer,or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmentaleffects. WAXING • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Pr...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The highpressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with...

4.6L V8 ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42)...

special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hotwax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated carwash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appearworn or do not function properly. • Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use ...

2. Apply Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11-A) [InCanada use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101)] to the wipedarea and spread around evenly.3. Apply more Motorcraft cleaner to a clean, white, cotton cloth andpress the cloth onto the soiled area–allow this to set at roomtempera...

• To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Motorcraft DeluxeLeather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from your authorized dealer. InCanada, use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (CXC-93) or an equivalenthigh–quality leather care product. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, sol...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS • Use the scheduled maintenance information to track routine service. • Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service partsconforming to specifications. • Your authorized dealer can provide parts and service. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not work ...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood. 2009 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st P...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Radiator cap 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Wa...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the lockpin manually to release the bladeand pull the wiper blade downtoward the windshield to remove itfrom the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and press it into pla...

• 4.6L V8 engine 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes, the oil level is acceptable, DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the lower hole, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the lower and upper ...

• 4.6L V8 engine • Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in thi...

Engine Oil Recommendations 4.0L V6 Engine Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards a...

4.6L 3V V8 Engine Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and fueleconomy requireme...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep...

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect againstpossible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin oreyes, flush immediately with water f...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolantand distilled water. When the engine is cool, add the mixture to the coolant reservoir until the appropriate fill level is obtained. WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scaldi...

Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a lowlevel of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible enginedamage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold...

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperature...

Along with the (Engine coolant temperature) indicator, the engine coolant temperature gauge will read in the Hot (H) area. Oil overheat can be triggered in severe driving conditions, such astowing heavy loads over mountainous terrain in extreme hottemperatures. As oil temperature increases, engine a...

• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel issplashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminatedclothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated orprolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful i...

Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up whenfilling an ungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including thecargo area). • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel conta...

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel mayspray out, which could cause serious personal injury. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNL...

Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems tobecome more pronounced...

Refilling with a portable fuel container With the Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system, use the following directionswhen filling from a portable fuel container: WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could damage the fuel syst...

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel eco...

Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current od...

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. 1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal areab...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmissionfluid dipstick. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid...

3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT, DRIVESHAFT AND SLIP YOKE WARNING...

Changing the air filter element • 4.0L Engine • 4.6L Engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to ...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintSystem 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence nu...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement th...

Roof rail cross bars Trailer hitch drawbars, wiring harnesses and accessories TripTunes™ Advanced portable audio connection Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system Remote start Vehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inm...

A Accessory delay ........................107 AdvanceTrac ..............................282 Air cleaner filter ...............389–391 Air conditioning ..........................84 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................204, 213, 215 and child safety seats ............206descript...

lubrication specifications .......392refill capacities ........................392service points ..................357–358starting after a collision .........312 Engine block heater .................278 Engine oil ..................................361 checking and adding ..............361dipstick .....