Maintenance And Specifications; Service Recommendations; Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle; Working With The Engine Off - Ford 2008 Explorer Sport Trac Owner's Manual

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

• Use the scheduled maintenance information to track routine
service.
• Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications.
• Your authorized dealer can provide parts and service.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE

• Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning (cigarettes) material away
from the battery and all fuel related parts.

Working with the engine off

1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn
injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
2008 07+ Explorer Sport Trac (esp)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
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