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Ford 1996 Explorer Manual

Ford 1996 Explorer Manual (445 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 3.95 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Introductory Information
4
Safety Restraints
11
Starting Your Explorer
69
Warning Lights and Gauges
80
- Brake Warning Light Symbols
  82
- Brake System Warning Light
  82
- The Mechanical Cluster
  82
- Warning Lights and Gauges
  82
- Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
  83
- Anti-Lock Warning Light Symbol
  83
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
  83
- Air Bag Readiness Light
  84
- Safety Belt Warning Light Symbol
  84
- Air Bag Readiness Light Symbol
  84
- Door Ajar Warning Light Symbol
  85
- Check Engine Warning Light
  85
- Door Ajar Warning Light
  85
- Check Engine Warning Light Symbol
  86
- Overdrive off Indicator
  87
- Speed Control Light
  87
- Charging System Light
  88
- Charging System Light Symbol
  88
- Anti-Theft Alarm Light
  89
- Check Gage Light
  89
- Battery Voltage Gauge — Mechanical Cluster with Tachometer
  90
- Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter)
  90
- Fuel Reset Light
  90
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
  91
- If You Lose Engine Oil Pressure
  91
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge — Mechanical Cluster with Tachometer
  91
- High Beam Light
  92
- “Headlamps On” Alert Chime
  92
- Fuel Gauge
  92
- High Beam Indicator Light Symbol
  92
- Fuel Gauge — Mechanical Cluster with Tachometer
  93
- If Your Engine Coolant Overheats
  93
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  93
- Speedometer
  94
- Odometer
  95
- Trip Odometer
  95
- Tachometer
  95
- The Electronic Message Center
  97
- Operator Selectable Features
  97
- Electronic Message Center
  98
- Fuel Range
  98
- English/Metric
  98
- Fuel Status
  99
- Fuel Economy
  100
- Reset
  100
- System Check
  101
- Message Center Operation During System Check
  102
- System Warnings
  102
- Using the Message Center While a Warning Is Active
  103
- Check Engine Temp
  104
- Check Charging System
  104
- Check Head Lamps
  105
- Low Fuel Level
  105
- Low Washer Fluid Light
  105
- Low Oil Level
  105
- Check Brake Lamps
  106
- Air Ride Switch off
  106
- Check Air Ride System
  106
- Change Oil Soon or Oil Change Required
  106
- Oil Change Reset
  107
- Instrument Panel & Controls
  109
- Air Conditioning (A/C) Controls
  110
- Instrument Panel Registers
  110
- The Climate Control Systems
  110
- Temperature Selection
  111
- Climate Control Knobs
  111
Instrument Panel Controls
111
- Fan Speed Adjustment
  112
- Airflow Selections
  112
- A/C
  112
- Max A/C
  112
- V (Defrost)
  113
- P (Floor and Defrost)
  113
- R (Floor)
  113
- S (Panel and Floor)
  113
- Operating Tips
  114
- Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
  114
- Electronic Automatic Temperature Control System
  115
- Automatic Operation
  117
- Fan Speed and Thumbwheel
  119
- MAX A/C Button
  121
- Manual Override Buttons
  121
- FLR & DEF Button
  122
- FLOOR Button
  122
- VENT Button
  122
- PNL & FLR Button
  122
- DEF V Button
  123
- REAR FAN off Button
  123
- Service
  124
- Rear Fan and Airflow Operation
  124
- Rear Window Defroster
  126
- Rear Window Defroster Switch
  126
- To Defrost the Rear Window
  126
- Turning on the Exterior Lights
  127
- Liftgate Wiper and Washer
  127
- Liftgate Wiper/Washer Button
  127
- The Interior and Exterior Lights
  127
- Setting the Autolamp Delay System
  128
- Headlamp Control Knob
  128
- To Set the Autolamp
  129
- To Turn the Autolamp off
  130
- To Keep the Lamps on after You Leave Your Vehicle
  130
- Fog Lamps
  131
- Fog Lamp Switch
  131
- Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
  132
- Daytime Running Light System
  132
- Cargo and Map Lamps
  133
- Cleaning the Interior Lamps
  133
- Dome/Map Lamps
  133
- Map Lamps
  133
- High-Mount Brakelamp
  134
- Clock Controls on Electronic Radios
  134
- Turn Signal Lever and Functions
  135
- The Turn Signal Lever
  135
- Turn Signals
  135
Steering Column Controls
135
- High Beams and Flashing the Lamps
  136
- Windshield Wipers and Washer
  136
- Interval Wiper on Turn Signal Lever
  136
- Gearshift Lever
  138
- OVERDRIVE off Lamp
  138
- Hazard Flasher
  139
- Tilt Steering Wheel Lever
  140
- Tilt Steering
  140
- Horn Location
  140
- Horn
  140
- Speed Control
  141
- To Set the Speed Control
  141
- The Speed Control Switches
  141
- Accelerating with the Speed Control Operating
  144
- Resetting the Speed Control
  144
- Transmission Control Switch
  144
- Tap-Up
  145
- Driving Uphill or on a Steep Grade
  145
- Turning the Speed Control off
  145
- Cancelling and Resuming a Set Speed
  146
- Speed Control Indicator
  146
- Door Handles and Locks
  147
Features
147
- Two Step Unlock Feature
  148
- Anti-Theft Front Door Lock Knobs
  148
- Outside Handles and Locks
  148
- The Child Lock Lever
  149
- Setting the Childproof Locks for the Rear Doors
  149
- Liftgate Handle and Locks
  150
- Cargo Area Shade
  151
- To Install the Shade
  151
- The Cargo Shade
  152
- To Rewind the Shade
  152
- Power Door Locks
  155
- Power Door Lock Controls
  155
- Using the Keyless Entry System
  156
- Keyless Entry Buttons
  156
- Programming Your Own Entry Code
  157
- To Erase Your Personal Code
  157
- Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
  158
- Locking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
  158
- Autolock (with Automatic Transmission Vehicles Only)
  159
- To Deactivate the Autolock System
  159
- Remote Entry System
  161
- The Remote Entry Transmitter
  161
- Unlocking the Doors with the Remote Entry System
  161
- Locking the Doors with the Remote Entry System
  161
- Remote Entry Personal Alarm
  162
- Arming and Disarming the Alarm System with Remote Entry
  162
- Remote Memory Seat Feature
  163
- Replacing the Batteries
  164
- Opening the Remote Transmitter
  165
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  166
- Illuminated Entry System
  166
- Delayed Accessory
  166
- Battery Saver
  166
- Arming the System
  167
- Anti-Theft Alarm System
  167
- Disarming the System
  168
- Automatic Ride Control System
  169
- Service Switch
  170
- Windows
  171
- Automatic Ride Control Service Switch
  171
- Operating the Windows Manually
  171
- Manual Window Operation
  171
- One Touch down Driver’s Power Window Operation
  172
- Using the Power Windows
  172
- Flip Quarter Window (2 Door Model Only)
  172
- Master Control Switch
  173
- Seats
  174
- Four-Way Head Restraints
  174
- Adjusting the Front Seat Manually
  174
- Adjusting the Head Restraint (Limited)
  174
- Adjusting the Bucket Seat
  175
- Reclining Bucket Seats
  176
- Folding Rear Seat
  177
- To Fold down the Rear Split Seat
  177
- To Return the Seat to the Upright, Locked Seating Position
  178
- Reclining Rear Seat
  179
- To Return the Seatback from the Recline Position
  179
- To Recline the Rear Seatback
  179
- Tilt Slide Seat
  180
- To Operate the Tilt Slide Seat
  180
- Locking Tilt Slide Seat
  181
- To Operate the Seat Adjuster
  182
- 60/40 Split Front Bench
  182
- Adjusting Seat
  182
- The Power Controls on the Driver’s Seat
  183
- Using the Power Seats
  183
- Three Person Memory Seats — Explorer Limited Only
  183
- To Use the Memory Switch
  184
- Using the Power Lumbar Support and Side Bolsters
  185
- Inflating the Lumbar Support and Side Bolsters
  185
- Cleaning the Seats
  186
- Fabric
  186
- Cleaning Your Vehicle
  186
- Leather
  186
- Positive Location Floor Mats
  187
- Mirrors
  188
- The Automatic Non-Glare Mirror
  188
- Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  188
- Illuminated Vanity Mirror
  190
- Visor Vanity Mirror
  190
- Auxiliary Sun Visor (Right Side Shown)
  190
- Power Mirror Control
  191
- Heated Mirror Feature (Limited)
  191
- To Adjust the Remote Controlled Side Mirrors
  191
- Dual Electric Remote Control Mirrors
  191
- Rear Storage Compartment with Net
  192
- Moon Roof
  192
- Moon Roof Switch
  193
- Console
  194
- The Features on the Console — Bucket Seats
  194
- Storage Armrest — 60/40 Split Bench
  195
- Replacing the Tissue Box
  196
- High Series Console
  196
- The Electric Compass
  197
- Overhead Console
  197
- Outside Temperature Display
  197
- Compass/Temperature Display
  197
- Electronic Compass
  198
- Factors Affecting Compass Accuracy
  198
- Compass Adjustments
  198
- Zone Adjustment
  198
- Zone Map
  199
- Calibration Adjustment
  200
- Storage Compartment
  201
- Use as Garage Door Opener
  201
- Removal of Storage Clip
  201
- Installing “Aftermarket” Transmitter
  202
- Rear Console
  203
- Power Point Electrical Outlet
  204
- Luggage Rack
  205
- Loading the Luggage Rack
  205
- Luggage Rack Adjustment
  205
- “D” Ring Adjustment
  206
- Electronic Sound Systems
  207
- Selecting the am or FM Frequency Band
  209
- How to Adjust the Volume
  209
- Using the Controls on Your New Radio
  209
- Luxury Audio System
  209
Electronic Sound Systems
209
- How to Tune Radio Stations
  210
- Using the “TUNE” Function
  210
- Using the “SEEK” Function
  210
- Using the “SCAN” Function
  210
- Using the Automatic Memory Store Feature
  211
- Adjusting Speaker Balance and Speaker Fader
  212
- Increasing or Decreasing Bass and Treble Response
  212
- Adjusting the Tone Balance of Your Radio
  212
- Using the Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Feature
  213
- Radio Antenna
  213
- Power Antenna
  213
- Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
  214
- How to Insert a Tape
  214
- How to Locate a Desired Track on the Tape
  214
- Fast Forwarding the Tape
  214
- How to Eject the Tape
  215
- How to Change the Side of the Tape Being Played
  215
- Using the “SCAN” Function with Your Cassette Tape Player
  215
- Using the “SEEK” Function with Your Cassette Tape Player
  215
- How to Store the Tape
  216
- Using the Dolby B Noise Reduction Feature
  216
- Tape Error Messages
  216
- Rear Seat Radio Controls
  216
- How to Turn the Rear Seat Radio Controls on and off
  217
- Setting the am or FM Frequency Band
  217
- Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
  218
- How to Turn the Speakers on and off
  218
- Using Headphones with the Rear Seat Controls
  218
- Using the “MEMORY” Button
  218
- Clock Operation
  219
- How to View the Clock Mode
  219
- How to Set the Clock
  219
- How to Turn the Radio on and off
  222
- Setting the Station MEMORY PRESET Buttons
  224
- Using the AUTOSET Feature
  224
- Adjusting Speaker Fader
  225
- Adjusting Speaker Balance
  225
- Increasing or Decreasing Bass Response
  225
- Increasing or Decreasing Treble Response
  225
- How to Switch from Tape to AM/FM Mode
  228
- Ford 6-CD Changer
  230
- Unit Loading Instructions
  230
- How to Begin CD Changer Play
  232
- How to Change the Disc Being Played
  233
- How to Change the Track Being Played
  233
- Using the “SEEK” Function with Your CD-Changer
  233
- Using the SCAN Function with Your CD Changer
  233
- CD Error Messages
  234
- Operating the CD Compression Feature
  234
- How to Stop CD Play
  234
- Operating the Shuffle Feature
  234
- Common Operating Conditions of the CD Player
  235
- If Play Does Not Begin after the CD Button Is Pushed
  235
- If the Sound Skips
  236
- How to Take Care of and Clean the CD Changer and Discs
  236
- Midline Stereo Radio
  238
- Using the ”SCAN“ Function
  239
- Using the ”SEEK“ Function
  239
- Using the ”TUNE“ Function
  239
- Automatic Transmission Operation
  245
Driving Your Explorer
245
- Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
  246
- The Positions of the Column-Mounted Gearshift
  246
- Forced Downshifts
  250
- Power Braking
  250
- Shifting the Gears
  251
- 5-Speed Overdrive Manual Transmission Shift Pattern
  251
- Using the Clutch
  251
- Manual Transmission Operation
  251
- To Shift into R (Reverse)
  252
- Upshifting/Downshifting
  252
- Backing up
  252
- Recommended Shift Speeds
  253
- Engines with 5-Speed Manual Overdrive Transmission
  253
- Transmission Function
  254
- Parking
  254
- Steering Your Vehicle
  255
- Control Trac System Indicator Lights
  256
- Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System
  256
- 4WD Systems — Control Trac
  256
- To Shift from Two-Wheel Drive to 4WD AUTO
  257
- To Shift from 4WD AUTO to Two-Wheel Drive
  257
- Electric Shift Switch
  257
- To Shift from 4WD AUTO or 2WD to 4WD LOW
  258
- For Explorers Equipped with Automatic Ride Control
  258
- To Shift from 4WD LOW to 4WD AUTO or 2WD
  258
- All-Wheel Drive System
  258
- Driving off Road with 4-Wheel Drive and AWD
  259
- Sand
  260
- Mud and Water
  260
- Driving on Hill or Slope Terrain
  260
- Driving on Snow or Ice
  261
- Front Disc Brakes
  261
- Rear Disc Brakes
  262
- Hydraulic Power Brakes
  262
- Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
  262
- 4WABS Driver Warning Light
  263
- Using Anti-Lock Brakes
  263
- If Brakes Do Not Grip Well or Pedal Is “Low”
  264
- If Brakes Pull
  265
- Stopping Distances
  265
- Applying the Brakes
  265
- Using the Parking Brake
  266
- Driving under Special Conditions
  267
- Tips for Safe Driving
  267
- Speed Limiter
  268
- High Speed Driving
  268
- Wheel Spin
  268
- Driving in Bad Weather
  269
- Slippery Roads
  269
- Traction-Lok Rear Axle
  269
- High Water
  270
- Rocking the Vehicle
  270
- Driving with a Heavy Load
  271
- Vehicle/Trailer Loads
  271
- Vehicle Loading/Towing Information
  272
- Trailer Towing (May Require Trailer Tow Option Package)
  272
- Understanding Loading/Towing Information
  274
- Safety Compliance Certification Label
  274
- Base Curb Weight
  275
- Payload
  275
- Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
  275
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
  275
- Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
  276
- Trailer Weight Range
  277
- Maximum Trailer Weight
  277
- Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
  277
- GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
  277
- Sample Label
  278
- Trailers
  280
- Manual Transmissions
  284
- Automatic Transmissions
  286
- Preparing to Tow
  288
- Hitches
  289
- Trailer Tow/Step Bumper
  289
- Trailer Lamps
  290
- Safety Chains
  290
- Trailer Brakes
  290
- Driving While You Tow
  291
- Servicing Your Vehicle if You Tow
  292
- Trailer Towing Tips
  292
- To Start, after Being Parked on a Grade
  293
- Suspension Modifications
  294
- Snowplowing
  294
- Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
  295
Roadside Emergencies
295
- Preparing Your Vehicle
  296
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  297
- Jump-Starting
  298
- Removing Jumper Cables
  298
- Attaching Jumper Cables
  298
- Changing a Tire
  299
- The Conventional Spare Tire
  299
- The Temporary Spare Tire
  299
- Assembling the Jack Handle
  301
- To Remove the Spare Tire
  301
- Spare Tire Location
  301
- To Stow Spare Tire
  302
- The Spare Tire Location and Assembly
  302
- Stowing Largest Flat Tire
  303
- Explorer Limited 4X2/4X4
  304
- Preparing to Change the Tire
  304
- Jack Stowage Area
  305
- Jack Handle Location and Installation (2-Door Model)
  306
- Jack Handle Location and Installation (4-Door Model)
  306
- Removing and Replacing the Tire
  307
- Positioning the Jack
  307
- Front Jacking Position
  308
- Rear Jacking Position
  308
- Lug Nut Tightening Sequence
  310
- Towing Your Vehicle
  311
- Neutral Tow Feature
  313
- Recreational Towing — All Wheels on the Ground
  313
- 4 X 2 — Automatic Transmission
  313
- 4 X 2 — Manual Transmission
  314
- CONTROL TRAC Transfer Case
  314
- To Return the Vehicle to a Towable Condition
  316
- Roadside Assistance
  317
Customer Assistance
317
Reporting Safety Defects
323
Accessories
327
- Accessories
  329
- Service Made Easy
  333
Servicing Your Explorer
333
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  334
- Working with the Engine off
  334
- Servicing Your Explorer
  335
- Working with the Engine on
  335
- Hood Release Handle
  335
- Opening the Hood
  335
- Engine Compartment
  336
- Hood
  336
- Cleaning the Engine
  339
- Filling the Fuel Tank
  339
- Fuel Filler Door
  339
- To Fill the Fuel Tank Properly
  340
- Opening the Fuel Filler Door
  340
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  342
- Octane Recommendations
  342
- Typical Octane Rating Label
  342
- Fuel Quality
  343
- Gasolines for Clean Air
  344
- Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels
  344
- Running out of Fuel
  346
- To Calculate Fuel Economy
  346
- Improving Fuel Economy
  347
- Engine Oil Recommendations
  348
- The API Certification Mark
  348
- Checking and Adding Engine Oil
  349
- Checking the Engine Oil Level
  349
- Engine Oil Dipstick
  349
- Engine Oil Dipstick — 5.0L Engine
  350
- Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter
  351
- Checking the Engine Coolant
  352
- Adding Engine Coolant
  353
- Checking Hoses
  355
- Coolant Refill Capacity
  355
- Severe Winter Climate
  355
- Recycled Engine Coolant
  355
- Engine Coolant Drain and Flush
  356
- To Drain Your Vehicle’s Engine Coolant
  356
- Engine Coolant Refill Procedure
  356
- Washer Fluid
  358
- Adding Windshield Washer Fluid
  358
- Checking/Adding the Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
  359
- Liftgate Window Washer Reservoir
  359
- Wiper Blades
  360
- Wiper Blade Replacement
  360
- Replacing the Wiper Blades
  361
- Tires
  362
- Tire Inspection and Maintenance
  363
- Wheel Inspection and Maintenance
  363
- Tire Rotation
  364
- Tire Rotation Pattern
  365
- Replacing the Tires
  366
- A Worn-Out Tire
  366
- Wheel and Tire Matching
  369
- Snow Tires and Chains
  369
- Cleaning the Wheels
  370
- Battery
  371
- Battery Replacement
  371
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  373
- Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid
  374
- Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid
  375
- Automatic Transmission Dipstick
  375
- The Clutch
  376
- If Additional Fluid Is Required
  376
- Checking the Manual Transmission Fluid
  376
- Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
  377
- Brake Fluid
  377
- Clutch Fluid Reservoir
  377
- Power Steering Fluid
  379
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  379
- Brake Master Cylinder
  379
- Power Steering Dipstick
  380
- Power Steering Dipstick Location
  380
- Fuses
  381
- Fuse Panel (Located Left Side of Instrument Panel)
  382
- Power Distribution Box
  386
- Checking and Replacing Fuses
  388
- The Side View of a Fuse
  388
- Relays
  389
- Lights and Bulb Replacement
  392
- Headlamp Bulb
  393
- Parts of a Headlamp
  393
- Installing the Headlamp Bulb
  394
- Removing the Headlamp Bulb
  394
- Map Lamp Bulb (Overhead Console)
  395
- Removing the Lens
  395
- Removing Bulb
  395
- Tail Lamp Bulb
  396
- Removing the Tail Lamp Bulb
  396
- Installing the Tail Lamp Bulb
  396
- Replacing the Tail Lamp Bulb
  397
- Bulb Specifications
  398
- Rear Lighting Wire Functions
  399
- Emission Control System
  399
- Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance Testing
  401
- OBD II Drive Cycle
  401
- Motorcraft Parts
  405
- Lubricant Specifications
  406
- Vehicle Storage
  408
- Maintenance Tips
  408
- Body
  409
- Engine
  409
- Cooling System
  410
- Front Exterior View
  412
- Rear Exterior View
  413
- Entrance View
  414
- Instrument Panel
  416
- Rear Cargo Area
  418
- The 4.0L Engine Compartment
  419
- The 5.0L Engine Compartment
  420
Index
421
Service Station Information
444

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