Page 1 Auxiliary passenger climate control Rear window defroster Lights Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) Cleaning 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 4: Introduction
– Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
Page 5 Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction...
Page 6 (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 7 • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,...
Page 8 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 Preparation Package. Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs.
Page 9 Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 10 Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) See Owner’s Guide Airbag - Front Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System...
Page 11 Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil...
Page 12: Instrument Cluster
Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 13 Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain or a 4x4 fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. • Standard instrument cluster 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 14 ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) BRAKE...
Page 15 Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 16 Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated. O/D off: Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 17 Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Low washer fluid (if equipped): Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 18: Gauges
3 mph (5 km/h). Message center activation chime: Sounds when the following warnings DOOR AJAR, LOW FUEL LEVEL or LOW TIRE PRESSURE appear in the message center display for the first time. GAUGES 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 19 Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from English to Metric. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 20 Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is located. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 21: Entertainment Systems
— six in AM, six in FM1 and six in FM2. To access your saved stations, press the corresponding memory preset. The memory preset # and the station frequency will appear on the display. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 22 Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on. 2. Press CD to enter CD mode. If a disc is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 23 Press and hold FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. Press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. Press FOLDER to access the next folder on MP3 discs, if available. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 24 15 seconds, the system will reload the disc. To auto eject up to 6 discs, press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 25 Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2. MUTE/ : Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 26 SPEED VOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. to adjust. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 27 Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System (FES) please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this section. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 28 To disengage, press SHUFFLE. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display. Note: In track mode, all tracks on the current disc will shuffle in random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 29 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 “<” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the previous display text. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 30 If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display. (CD eject): Press to eject a CD/MP3. 18. CD slot: Insert a CD/MP3 label side up in the CD slot. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 31 SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.). Refer to Category Mode under Menu for further information. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 32 To activate, press MENU repeatedly until RBDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Use SEEK to toggle RBDS ON/OFF. When RBDS is OFF, you will not be able to search for RBDS equipped stations or view the station name or type. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 33 In folder mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through tracks within the selected folder. Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 34 In CATEGORY MODE, press SEEK to select a category. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 35 AM, six in FM1 and FM2. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 18 available presets, six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 36 16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a disc is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will begin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 37 If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 19. CD slot: When prompted by the system, insert a CD/MP3 label side 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 38: Auxiliary Input Jack
7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 39: Troubleshooting
• Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 40 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Dirty, warped or damaged CDs, irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
Page 41: Satellite Radio Information
The vehicle roof provides the best location for an unobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radio system. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affect satellite radio reception performance: 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems .mp3...
Page 42 Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
Page 43 INVALID CHNL Channel no longer UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for this NO TEXT Artist information not 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems Action Required No action required. This message should disappear shortly. If this message does not clear within a short present.
Page 44: Family Entertainment System
DVD player is capable of playing standard DVDs, CDs, MP3s and is compatible with CD-R/W, CD-R and certain CD-ROM media. Please review this material to become familiar with the FES features and controls as well as the very important safety information. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Action Required...
Page 45 The DVD system can play audio CDs, CD-R and CD-R/W, CD-ROM and video CDs. To ensure proper disc operation, check the disc for finger prints and scratches. Clean the disc with a soft cloth, wiping from the center to the edge. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 46 The DVD system can be used to connect and play auxiliary electronic devices such as game systems, personal camcorders, video cassette recorders, etc. 1. Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 47 3. Press MEDIA to change the audio source of the active channel (A or B). The audio source will be shown on the display. You may change the active channel by pressing the A or B headphone control button. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 48 DVD system. A display will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating the brightness level. The brightness display will only appear when the menu is not displayed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A or B. Headphones...
Page 49 DVD system. (Reverse): Press and release for the previous chapter or track. Press and hold to reverse search a DVD, Video CD, or FES CD in DVD/CD mode. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems VIDEO...
Page 50 When in Dual Play, press to increase ) or decrease ( ) the volume for the wired headphones. (Wireless headphone volume is controlled with the rotary dial on the right ear piece.) 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 51 When not in a menu, and in DVD mode, press to adjust the brightness. A display bar will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating the brightness levels. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 52 5. ANGLE (DVD dependent): Press to select the angle to view the scene. 6. Channel A/B: Press to select either A or B headphones and then use the MEDIA control to select the desired playing media for the headphones. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 53 MENU again when in the DVD disc menu to access the system set-up menu. 20. SUBTITLE (DVD dependent): Press to turn the subtitle feature ON or OFF. 21. LANGUAGE (DVD dependent): Press to select the desired language. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 54 DVD player. Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which are supplied with the unit. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 55 Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 56 The wired headphone jack for Channel A is located on the left side of the FES and is labeled headphone jack will hear audio from the audio source selected to be the 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 57 These are called Channel A and Channel B. Both Channel A and Channel B can be listened to on the wired headphones (not included) or on the infrared (IR) wireless headphones. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 58 (Headphone only mode) When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle, the Family Entertainment System will work in a state referred to as “Headphone Only Mode”.
Page 59 ENTER to confirm. The system default is Angle 1. Aspect ratio Select ASPECT RATIO to select the viewing size and shape of the video displayed on the LCD screen. This is disc dependent. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 60 French). This is disc dependent. Once you have made your selection, press ENTER to confirm. The system default is English. Subtitles Select SUBTITLES to turn the subtitle option on or off. The system default is OFF. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 61 1. Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position. 2. Ensure that the DVD system is ON. 3. Insert the MP3 disc into the DVD system, label side up. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 62 Follow the PC configuration recommendations of the encoder software vendor. We recommend that you avoid running other software applications on your PC during MP3 encoding to avoid undesirable noise and distortion. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 63 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD and DVD players. Irregular shaped CDs or DVDs, CDs or DVDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the FES DVD system.
Page 64 1/4 and 1/2. These will display on the status bar on top of the screen as the screens cycle through at this rate. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 65 The specific jacks are as follows: 1. Yellow: video input 2. White: left channel audio input 3. Red: right channel audio input 4. Black: wired headphone jack ( not included) 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 66 LOCKED (disabled). To change the level of control, press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio controls. The control level will cycle each time the buttons are pressed simultaneously. The three states are described as: 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 67 Read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating the system and retain for future reference. Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the Family Entertainment System (FES). See your dealer. Do not insert foreign objects into the DVD compartment. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 68 Avoid touching auxiliary input jacks with your fingers. Do not blow on them or allow them to get wet or dirty. Do not clean any part of the DVD player with benzene, paint thinner or any other solvent. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 69 Entertainment Systems Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Lincoln-Mercury could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 70: Navigation System
(headphone only mode) When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle, the FES will work in a state referred to as “Headphone Only Mode.” This mode allows the FES to operate as a standalone system, without interface to the radio.
Page 71: Climate Controls
3. A/C: Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows primarily from the instrument panel register vents. 4. Rear defroster: Clears ice and fog from the rear window. 5. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 72 2. Set temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set fan to highest setting. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) position.
Page 73: Automatic Temperature Control
Press to turn on/off. 5. DUAL (Single/dual electric DUAL temperature control): Allows the driver to have full control of the cabin temperature settings (single zone) or allows the passenger to have 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 74 14. Driver’s side temperature control: Controls the temperature of the vehicle cabin. When DUAL zone is pressed, controls the driver’s side temperature. 15. Fan Speed: Manually increases or decreases the fan speed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 75 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Climate Controls...
Page 76 FLOOR CONSOLE CLIMATE CONTROLS Controls the direction of the airflow to the rear of the vehicle. directs air flow primarily • through the console panel register. directs air flow through the console floor register. • 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 77: Rear Window Defroster
Note: Pushing the heated windshield button to activate the system will increase engine idle speed when the engine is warm and is already at or near its warmed up idle rpm. No increase in engine rpm will be noticed if 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 78 This rpm increase is required to provide adequate power from the alternator to the heated windshield and maintain power to the other electrical functions in the vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 79: Lights
Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light below the icon will illuminate when foglamp is activated. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights...
Page 80 Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you to activate. Release the lever to deactivate. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) position...
Page 81 (2) and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) long horizontal line on the plain surface (1) at this height (masking tape works well). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights...
Page 82 6. Horizontal aiming is not required for this vehicle and is non-adjustable. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 83 The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights...
Page 84 Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the bulbs frequently. To replace any of the interior bulbs, see a dealer or qualified technician. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trade number...
Page 85 Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights...
Page 86 Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to OFF and open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two bolts from the lamp assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 87 3. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 88 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 89: Driver Controls
For rear wiper operation, rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired position. Select: INT 1 — 8–10 second interval rear wiper. INT 2 — 3–4 second interval rear wiper. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 90 Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 91 OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package. Storage compartment Press the latch to open the storage compartment. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 92 The rear side of the console may incorporate the following features: • Air vents • Cupholders 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 93 12 VDC/180W. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 94: Power Windows
Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise. This noise can be alleviated by lowering a front window approximately two to three inches. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 95 R (Reverse) (when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 96: Mirrors
Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 97: Speed Control
Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 98 Resuming a set speed Press the RES (resume) control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 99 SET + control. 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 previously set speed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 100 SEEK advance through preset channels or subscribed channels. In CD mode: • Press SEEK to select the next selection on the CD or press and hold to forward or reverse the CD. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 101 In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjust volume. Climate control features (if equipped) Press TEMP + or - to adjust temperature. Press FAN + or - to adjust fan speed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 102: Moon Roof
Bounce back: When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as the moon roof is closing, the moon roof will automatically open and stop at a prescribed position. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 103 U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contact HomeLink at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink equipped vehicle 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 104 “Gate Operator and Canadian Programming” section for Canadian residents. 4. Firmly press, hold for five seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button up to two separate times to activate the door. If the 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 105 “cycling” process to prevent overheating. • Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button (note Step 3 in the “Programming” section) while you press and release — every two 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 106 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. Do NOT release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 2 in the “Programming” section. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 107: Message Center
Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 108 Setup menu Press and hold the SELECT/RESET control switch to get to the SETUP MENU sequence from the INFO MENU for the following displays: • System Check • Units (English/Metric) • Language 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 109 3. WASHER FLUID 4. DOOR AJAR 5. EXTERIOR LAMP 6. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. PARK BRAKE 8. MILES TO EMPTY 9. FUEL LEVEL LOW (will only display if 50 miles or less to empty) 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 110 4 seconds to return to the INFO MENU. Language Note: When entering the SETUP MENU and a non-English language has been selected, “PRESS RESET FOR ENGLISH” will be displayed to change back to English. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 111 ON or OFF. 3. Press the SELECT/RESET control switch for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than 4 seconds to return to the INFO MENU. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 112 Note: Oil Life Start Value of 100% equals 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days. For example, setting Oil Life Start Value to 60% sets the Oil Life Start Value to 3,000 miles (4,828 km) and 120 days. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 113 2. Turn ignition to the ON position. 3. Locate the reset button on top of the compass sensor mounted behind the mirror. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls 7 8 9 1011...
Page 114 (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) until the CIRCLE SLOW TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED. It will take up to five circles to complete calibration. 5. The compass is now calibrated. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 115 Brake fluid level low Check headlamp Check highbeam lamp Check turn lamp Washer fluid level low Oil change required Engine oil change soon 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Status Warning cannot be reset Warning returns after 10 minutes Warning returns only after the ignition key is turned from OFF to ON.
Page 116 Wheels and Loading chapter. TIRE MONITOR FAULT. Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Status...
Page 117 ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life reaches 5% or less of the Oil Life Start Value. LIFTGATE/GLASS AJAR. Displayed when the liftgate or the liftgate glass is not completely closed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 118 Selectable features Reset Press the RESET control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu, SETUP menu, text warnings and reconfigurable telltale warnings. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 119 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 120 Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 121 • System Check INFO SETUP RESET • Units (English/Metric) • Language • Autolamp • Autolock • Autounlock • Power Running Boards (if equipped) • Easy Entry/Exit Seat • Park Aid (if equipped) 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 122 7. PARK BRAKE 8. FUEL LEVEL 9. MILES TO EMPTY To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change [approximately 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days] perform the following: 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 123 4 seconds to return to the INFO menu. Language Note: When entering the SETUP MENU and a non-English language has been selected, “PRESS RESET FOR ENGLISH” will be displayed to change back to English. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 124 2. Press the RESET control to turn the autolock feature ON or OFF. 3. Press the RESET control for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than 4 seconds to return to the INFO menu. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 125 3. Press the RESET control for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than 4 seconds to return to the INFO menu. Easy entry/exit seat This feature automatically moves the drivers seat backwards for easy exit from the vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 126 This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 127 The range of zone values are from 01 to 15 and “wraps” back to 01. 7. Wait 4 seconds when correct zone is chosen. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls 7 8 9 1011...
Page 128 Note: Oil Life Start Value of 100% equals 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days. For example, setting Oil Life Start Value to 60% sets the Oil Life Start Value to 3,000 miles (4,828 km) and 120 days. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 129 Brake fluid level low Check headlamp Check highbeam lamp Check turn lamp Washer fluid level low Oil change required Engine oil change soon 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Status Warning cannot be reset Warning returns after 10 minutes Warning returns only after the ignition key is turned from OFF to ON.
Page 130 Wheels and Loading chapter. TIRE MONITOR FAULT. Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Status...
Page 131 ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life reaches 5% or less of the Oil Life Start Value. LIFTGATE/GLASS AJAR. Displayed when the liftgate or the liftgate glass is not completely closed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 132 If this occurs manually set the running boards in the deployed position and flush the debris from the front and rear hinges using a high-pressure car wash wand. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 133 Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 134 The cargo management system consists of storage compartments located in the floor of the rear cargo area. 7 passenger stowage: 1. To open, lift up on the handle and the lid. 2. To close, lower and press the lid down. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 135 Make sure the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also reduce the risk of passengers and cargo falling out. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 136 Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increase risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 137: Locks And Security
• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower, and • the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 138 Keyless entry key pad procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. 2. Close all doors, the liftgate and liftgate window. 3. Enter 5–digit entry code 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 139 Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, and all vehicle doors, liftgate and liftgate window are closed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 140 Message center procedure For information on activating/deactivating the autounlock feature using the vehicle’s message center (if equipped), refer to Message center information in the Driver Controls chapter. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 141 (one short and one long chirp) if trim switch inhibit was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 142 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 143 Your vehicle comes with two step unlocking enabled. Unlocking can be switched between two step and one step door unlocking by pressing and holding both the buttons simultaneously on the remote entry 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 144 (the seat position corresponds to the transmitter being used). Activating the memory seat feature To activate this feature: 1. Position the seat and adjustable pedals to the position desired. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 145 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 146 You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of six) available before beginning this procedure. If all remote entry transmitters are not present during the programming procedure, the transmitters that are not present during programming will no longer operate the vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 147 • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 148 4. Press 1 • 2, 3 • 4 or 5 • 6 to indicate which of the three personal entry code positions you wish to use. 5. The doors will again lock then unlock to confirm that your personal key code has been programmed to the module. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 149 To lock all doors, liftgate and liftgate window, press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time. Note: The driver’s door must be closed. You do not need to enter the keypad code first. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 150 Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues.
Page 151 • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 152 Steps 1 through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait twenty seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 153: Seating And Safety Restraints
The seats in your vehicle have adjustable head restraints. Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up and down (on first row seats only). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 154 An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 155 Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 156 Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 157 1. • To program position 2, repeat the previous procedure using control 2. A position can be recalled: • in any gearshift position if the ignition is not in the RUN position. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 158 Ensure that the head restraint is in the down position and no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats before folding them down. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 159 To return the seat to the upright position: 1. Lift the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle. 2. Rotate the seatback until you hear a click, locking it in the upright position. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 160 1. Fold down the 2nd row seat. 2. Pull the cargo mode lever up to release the seat into a kneel down load floor position. A moderate force may be required to move the seat forward and down. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 161 2. Pull the handle up again until the seat releases from the floor. 3. Push the seat upward and fold it away from the third row. Always return the seat to the fully latched position before operating the vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 162 To raise the seat up from the cargo mode (kneeling position), the entire seat should be lifted up using the seat back or the seat cushion area as a grabbing surface. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 163 Pull up on the handle located behind the seatback while pushing the seatback forward and down into the seat cushion. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 164 3rd row seat down. The control buttons are located on the driver-side rear quarter trim panel (accessible from the liftgate area). Push the bottom portion of the control button to lower the desired seatback. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 165: Safety Restraints
Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints. • Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors, and safety belt usage sensors. • Driver’s seat position sensor. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) consists of:...
Page 166 This allows your Personal Safety System levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) work?
Page 167 The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) to tailor the airbag deployment and...
Page 168 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) system. This helps is operational...
Page 169 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 170 Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. • Front and rear seats 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 171 Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 172 How to disengage the automatic locking mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive mode. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 173 Safety Canopy and safety belt pretensioners. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) system, seat-mounted side airbags,...
Page 174 This guide is attached to the quarter trim panel and is used to adjust the comfort of the shoulder belt for smaller occupants in the outboard second row seats. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 175 Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 176 When the Belt-Minder feature is activated, the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Then...
Page 177 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 3 mph (5 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON... 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Then... The Belt-Minder feature will not activate.
Page 178 Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 “I’d rather be times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help thrown clear” prevent ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 179 We recommend you leave the Belt-Minder system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt-Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 180 (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
Page 181: Airbags
All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 182 Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure and non-Ford tow hooks may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle with anything other than authorized Ford accessories for your vehicle.
Page 183 Front airbags are designed to activate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 184 • driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags). • seat-mounted side airbags. Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system later in this chapter • Safety Canopy system (if equipped). Refer to Safety Canopy system later in this chapter. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 185 • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat. • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 186 • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 187 Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Passenger Airbag...
Page 188 Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for proper airbag Status. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Pass Airbag Off...
Page 189 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner’s Guide.
Page 190 SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 191 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 192 Safety Canopy . See your authorized dealer. All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy system is provided. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) could...
Page 193 Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the second or third row seats (if equipped). The Safety Canopy not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) system work? deployment.
Page 194 The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) inflation or when...
Page 195: Child Restraints
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. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 196 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
Page 197 (top of ear level) above the top of the seat. In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back and lap/shoulder belts. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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Page 199 Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 200 80 lb. (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and...
Page 201 Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 202 Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 203 (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 2 through 9. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 204 The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. Do not tie down cargo with anchors if the anchors are in use as child tethers. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 205 5 passenger vehicle, the tether straps may be attached to either of the tether anchors located at the rear of the cargo area. • Behind 2nd row seat • At the rear of the cargo area 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 206 This type of child seat eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 207 Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 208 The guides hold the seat trim away to expose the anchor and make it easier to attach some child seats. Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 209 Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 210: Tires, Wheels And Loading
A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 211 All other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 212 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 213 Glossary of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 214 Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 215 (if equipped), at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge.
Page 216: Tire Information
Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 217 You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 218 (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door.
Page 219 4. Use both eye and ear protection. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft.
Page 220 Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximately every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 221 U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 222 These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 223 Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 224 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) ⁄...
Page 225 4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 226: Tire Inflation
B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 227: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
Inflating your tires in this chapter. Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 228 When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 229 Solid Warning Light Tire(s) under-inflated Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in TPMS malfunction 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter.
Page 230 If the low tire pressure warning light is ON, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. (If one or more tires are flat, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) use.
Page 231: Vehicle Loading
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow. However, in some climates, using snow tires or traction devices may be necessary. Ford offers tire cables as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use of these or SAE class “S” tire cables. See your authorized dealer for more information on tire cables for your vehicle.
Page 232 Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 233 GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 234 Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 235 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 236 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 237 3. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. It must be below the maximum trailer weight shown in the chart. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 238: Trailer Towing
Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 239 * -When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures and on steep grades, the A/C system may cycle on and off to protect the engine from overheating. This may result in a temporary increase of interior temperatures. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Trailer weight GCWR-lb.
Page 240 • Class II receiver: 350 lb. (159 kg) • Class III/IV receiver: 500 lb. (227 kg) (weight carrying); 740 lb. (336 kg) (weight distributing) 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trailer weight GCWR-lb.
Page 241 Contact your authorized dealer for assistance in proper trailer tow wiring installation. Additional electrical equipment may be required. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 242 • The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailer weight. • If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hilly conditions, at GCWR, or any combination of these factors, consider 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 243: Recreational Towing
(such as behind a recreational vehicle). These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to insufficient lubrication. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 244 • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). If a distance of 50 miles (80 km) or a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Ford recommends the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified technican at an authorized dealer.
Page 245: Driving
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 246 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 247 3. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 248 -10°F (-23°C) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. The heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 249: Brakes
If the light does not illuminate during start up, remains on or flashes, the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving BRAKE...
Page 250 Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) BRAKE...
Page 251 Excessive wheel spin is controlled by momentarily reducing engine power and/or applying the anti-lock brakes. Traction Control is a driver aid that helps your vehicle. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 252 • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road. • Entering a snow-free road from a snow-covered side street, or vice versa. • Entering a paved road from a gravel road, or vice versa. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 253 AdvanceTrac with RSC button for more than five seconds will further disable the brake portion of the Traction Control feature and the “sliding car” icon will flash momentarily and then illuminate steady. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 254 (40 km/h) seconds Do not alter or modify your vehicle’s suspension or steering; the resulting changes to the vehicle’s handling can adversely affect the AdvanceTrac with RSC system. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Engine Traction Control...
Page 255 • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander/pull. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 256: Transmission Operation
If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the key. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 257 If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 258 This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts; during this learning process, slightly firmer shifts may occur. After this learning process, normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 259 Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through five. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 260 1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First) when vehicle reaches slower speeds. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 261 Transmission Control Module (TCM) located within the transmission assembly. When the battery is disconnected for any type of service or repair, the Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy parameters will be unaffected. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 262 D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through six except in 4WD Low where transmission operates in gears two through six. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 263 Transmission operates in 2nd gear only. Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. 1 (First) • Transmission operates in 1st gear only. • Provides maximum engine braking. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 264 The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting objects to avoid damaging the vehicle. The system may not detect smaller objects, particularly those close to the ground. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 265 1.6 feet (.5 meters) to 3.1 feet (1 meter) 3.1 feet (1 meter) to 5.7 feet (1.8 meters) 5.7 feet (1.8 meters) to 9 feet (2.8 meters) 9 feet (2.8 meters) to 13 feet (4 meters) 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 266 3 mph (5 km/h), the 4WD system will not engage. This is normal and should be no reason for concern. Refer to Shifting to/from 4WD Low for proper operation. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Warning...
Page 267 Note: Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping. Shifting to/from 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2. Depress the brake 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving...
Page 268 If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 269 “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e., turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control, 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 270 If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 271 When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly. If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 272 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
Page 273 Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won’t stop any 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 274 Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover).
Page 275 Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 276: Roadside Emergencies
Ford and Mercury vehicles, and six years or 70,000 miles (110,000 km) on Lincoln vehicles. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start •...
Page 277 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1–800–241–3673;...
Page 278: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been activated. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 279: Fuses And Relays
If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 280 Mini fuses rating Grey Violet Pink 7.5A Brown Blue Yellow Natural Green — — — — — 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) COLOR Cartridge Maxi fuses fuses maxi fuses Grey — Violet — Pink — — Brown —...
Page 281 To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel box. The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description...
Page 282 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating — — 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Liftglass release motor, Door unlock/lock Trailer stop/turn Ignition switch power, PATS 6R TCM/PCM (Ignition RUN/START), Fuel pump relay...
Page 283 The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description...
Page 284 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 50A** 50A** 50A** 30A** 30A** 40A** 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Power Distribution Box Description BATT 2 (SJB) BATT 3 (SJB) BATT 1 (SJB) Fuel pump, Injectors Third row seat (left) ABS pump...
Page 285 20A* 20A* 10A* 20A* 20A* 20A* 20A* 15A* 25A* 15A* 30A* 15A* 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power Distribution Box Description Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Heated windshield (left) Heated windshield (right) Power seat (right) Starter...
Page 286 — — — — — — — — — * Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Power Distribution Box Description AC clutch Not used Front wiper 5R Transmission PCM power Fan clutch, PCV valve, AC clutch...
Page 287: Changing Tires
Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 288 When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel, do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 289 When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is in P (Park). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 290 The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations: Tool Spare tire Jack, lug nut wrench, jack handle, wheel chock 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Location Under the vehicle, just in front of the rear bumper. The spare tire...
Page 291 Do not use an impact wrench on the winch drive nut. This will damage the spare tire winch. 1. Open the cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the winch drive nut. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 292 (other end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 293 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 294 Reinstall the lug nuts, cone side in, until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 7. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 295 6. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure (every six months, per scheduled maintenance information), or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 296: Lug Nut Torque
20 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.
Page 297: Jump Starting
Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 298 Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 299 (forward of the battery) on the radiator support. Keep the negative (-) cable away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 300 Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 301 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 302: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter for directions on how to move the gearshift lever out of the P (Park) position, for proper towing.
Page 303 If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
Page 304: Customer Assistance
Center at 1-800-392-3673 (FORD). Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
Page 305 If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
Page 306 Customer Assistance In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB...
Page 307 You are not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it. If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well. If the arbitrator has decided in...
Page 308 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 309 Customer Assistance If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.
Page 310: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. 2007 Explorer (exp)
Page 311: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1–800–333–0510. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 312: Cleaning
• Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 313 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 314 • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 4.0L SOHC V6 Engine 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 315 To clean these items, follow these tips: • The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 316 Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 317 Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat-mounted side airbag (if equipped). Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a collision. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 318 FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs;...
Page 319 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Motorcraft Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 320: Maintenance And Specifications
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. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 321 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 322: Engine Compartment
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. Washer fluid reservoir 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 323 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Radiator cap 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 324 In very cold weather, do not 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 repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smearing.
Page 325: Engine Oil
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 326 • 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 the level within the lower and upper holes. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 327 (dipstick). 4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 328 Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Page 329 Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Page 330: Battery
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 331 If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 332: Engine Coolant
• Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) RECYCLE...
Page 333 Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 334 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan. • Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange-colored extended life product with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection.
Page 335 Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 336 Maintenance and Specifications Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
Page 337 The instrument cluster has no separate oil temperature indicator. Along with the (Engine coolant temperature) indicator, the engine coolant temperature gauge will read in the Hot (H) area. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) (Service engine (Engine coolant...
Page 338 WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 339 • Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 340 • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 341 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. Remove fuel filler cap slowly.
Page 342 Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) (R+M)/2 METHOD...
Page 343 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the Right Fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components.
Page 344 • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading (in miles or kilometers). 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 345 • You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 346 Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your authorized dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 347 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Page 348 OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent, continued driving with the indicator on can result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 349 I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated. POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 350 However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly, (i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly) or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 351 Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE...
Page 352: Air Filter(S)
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 353: Part Numbers
PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.
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Page 357 Maintenance and Specifications 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 358: Engine Data
Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio Spark plug gap is not adjustable Engine drivebelt routing • 4.0L V6 Engine • 4.6L V8 Engine 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) 4.0L SOHC V6 4.6L 3V V8 engine engine...
Page 359 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX located on the driver side instrument panel. The VIN number is also found on the Certification label. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 360 You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Description Five-speed automatic (5R55S) Six-speed automatic (6R60) 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Code...
Page 361: Accessories
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
Page 362 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 363: Index
...354 fluid, specification ...354 Auxiliary Input Jack ...38 Auxiliary power point ...93 Axle lubricant specifications ...354 refill capacities ...354 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index Battery ...330 acid, treating emergencies ...330 jumping a disabled battery ...297 maintenance-free ...330...
Page 364 Getting roadside assistance ...276 Getting the service you need ...304 Ordering additional owner’s literature ...310 Utilizing the Mediation/ Arbitration Program ...308 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ...80 Defrost rear window ...77 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...350...
Page 365 ...344 octane rating ...342, 358 quality ...343 running out of fuel ...343 safety information relating to automotive fuels ...338 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index Fuses ...279, 281 Garage door opener ...92 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...341 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...344...
Page 366 ...79 interior lamps ...83 Liftgate ...135 remote release ...144 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...249 Load limits ...231 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Loading instructions ...237 Locks autolock ...137, 139 childproof ...142 doors ...137 Lubricant specifications ...354...
Page 367 ...143–144 panic alarm ...144 replacing the batteries ...145 Reverse sensing system ...264 Roadside assistance ...276 Roof rack ...136 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index Safety Belt Maintenance ...180 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...165, 169–172, 174 Safety Canopy ...190, 192–193...
Page 368 ...219 sidewall information ...221 snow tires and chains ...231 spare tire ...287, 290–291 terminology ...213 tire grades ...213 treadwear ...212, 217 2007 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Towing ...238 recreational towing ...243 trailer towing ...238 wrecker ...302 Transfer case fluid checking ...351...

Ford 2007 Explorer Owner's Manual

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