Table Of Contents - Ford P207 Explorer Sport Trac Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Introduction4
Safety And Environment Protection5
Warning Symbols In This Guide5
Warning Symbols On Your Vehicle5
Protecting The Environment5
Special Instructions6
Data Recording6
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information7
Notice To Owners Of Pickup Trucks And Utility Type Vehicles7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary8
Instrument Cluster10
Warning Lights And Chimes10
Warning And Control Lights10
The Check Engine10
Check Fuel Cap11
Brake System Warning Light11
Anti-Lock Brake System11
Air Bag Readiness11
Safety Belt12
Charging System12
Check Gage12
Door Ajar12
Speed Control13
Turn Signal13
High Beams13
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime13
Gauges13
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge14
Odometer14
Trip Odometer14
Tachometer14
Battery Voltage Gauge15
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge15
Fuel Gauge15
Entertainment Systems16
Am/Fm Stereo / Single Cd Radio16
Balance16
Fade16
Comp17
Shuffle17
Memory Presets17
Am/Fm18
Bass18
Treble18
Cd Door18
Premium Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette/Single Cd19
Power/Volume19
Scan19
Cassette Door20
Eject20
Tape20
Auto20
Dolby Noise Reduction21
Adrenalin Audio System23
Rear Audio Controls26
Radio Frequencies27
Radio Reception Factors27
Cassette/Player Care27
Cd/Cd Player Care27
Climate Controls29
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning29
Operating Tips29
Rear Console Climate Controls30
To Aid In Side Window Defogging/Demisting In Cold Weather30
To Operate The Rear Climate Controls30
Lights31
Headlamp Control31
Autolamp Delay System31
Foglamp Control31
Flash To Pass32
Panel Dimmer Control32
Aiming The Headlamps33
Headlamp Aim Adjustment33
Turn Signal Control34
Interior Lamps34
Courtesy/Reading Lamps34
Bulbs35
Replacing Exterior Bulbs35
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs35
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs36
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs37
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs37
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs38
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulb38
Replacement Bulbs39
Replacing The Interior Bulbs39
Driver Controls40
Multi-Function Lever40
Windshield Wiper40
Speed Dependent Wipers40
Tilt Steering Wheel41
Center Console41
To Adjust The Steering Wheel41
Cell Phone Use41
Steering Wheel Adjustment41
Overhead Console42
Storage Compartment42
Install A Garage Door Opener42
Auxiliary Power Point43
Truck Bed Auxiliary Power Point44
Power Windows45
One Touch Down45
Window Lock45
Power Down Back Window45
Normal Operation46
Bounce-Back47
Security Override47
Position Recovery Mode47
Setting Autolamp47
Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror48
Power Side View Mirrors48
To Adjust Your Mirrors48
Fold-Away Mirrors49
Setting Speed Control49
Resuming A Set Speed50
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control50
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control51
Turning Off Speed Control51
Moon Roof51
To Open The Moon Roof52
To Close The Moon Roof52
Electronic Compass And Outside Temperature Display52
Outside Temperature Display52
Electronic Compass53
Positive Retention Floor Mat54
Tailgate Lock54
Tailgate Removal55
Exterior Tiedown Hooks55
Cargo Cage55
To Extend The Cargo Cage56
Activating Cargo Cage Theft Deterrent Device56
Tonneau Cover57
To Remove The Cargo Cage57
To Open The Rear Panel58
To Stow The Rear Panel58
To Remove The Tonneau Cover58
Interior Tonneau Cover Release59
Luggage Rack59
Locks And Security61
Keys61
Power Door Locks61
Unlocking The Doors62
Locking The Doors62
Anti-Theft System62
Sounding A Panic Alarm63
Replacing The Battery63
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters64
How To Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters64
Keyless Entry System65
Programming A Personal Entry Code65
Erasing Personal Code65
Anti-Scan Feature65
Unlocking And Locking The Doors Using Keyless Entry66
Autolock66
Deactivating/Reactivating The Autolock Feature66
To Deactivate/Reactivate The Autolock Feature Using The Keypad66
Passive Anti-Theft System68
Theft Indicator68
Automatic Arming69
Automatic Disarming69
Replacement Keys69
Programming Spare Keys69
Seating And Safety Restraints71
Front Seats71
Adjustable Head Restraints71
To Adjust The Head Restraint71
Adjusting The Front Manual Seat72
Adjusting The Front Power Seat72
Reclining The Seats73
Power Lumbar73
Heated Seats73
To Operate The Heated Seats73
Rear Seats74
Adjustable Rear Head Restraints74
Folding Down Rear 60/40 Seats74
Returning The Rear 60/40 Seats To Upright Position76
Safety Restraints76
Safety Restraints Precautions76
Energy Management Feature77
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts78
Vehicle Sensitive Mode78
Automatic Locking Mode79
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode79
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode79
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment80
Safety Belt Pretensioner80
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime81
Conditions Of Operation81
Beltminder82
One Time Disable84
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature (Driver's Side)84
Safety Belt Extension Assembly85
Safety Belt Maintenance85
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)86
Important Srs Precautions87
To Properly Position Yourself Away From The Air Bag87
Children And Air Bags88
How Does The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?89
Determining If The System Is Operational90
Safety Canopy91
How Does The Safety Canopy System Work?92
Safety Restraints For Children94
Disposal Of Air Bags And Air Bag Equipped Vehicles94
Important Child Restraint Precautions94
Children And Safety Belts95
Child Booster Seats95
When Children Should Use Booster Seats95
Types Of Booster Seats96
There Are Two Types Of Belt-Positioning Booster Seats96
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts97
Safety Seats For Children97
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats97
When Installing A Child Safety Seat98
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps102
Driving107
Starting Your Vehicle107
Positions Of The Ignition107
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle107
Important Safety Precautions108
Before Starting The Vehicle108
Starting The Engine110
Using The Engine Block Heater110
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes110
Important Ventilating Information110
Brakes111
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)111
Abs Warning Lamp111
Using Abs111
Parking Brake112
Steering112
To Prevent Damage To The Power Steering System112
Traction-Lok Axle113
Preparing To Drive Your Vehicle113
Automatic Transmission Operation113
Brake-Shift Interlock113
Driving With A 5–Speed Automatic Transmission115
To Put Your Vehicle In Gear115
To Put Your Vehicle In P (Park)115
R (Reverse)115
Forced Downshifts116
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud Or Snow116
Manual Transmission Operation117
Using The Clutch117
To Start The Vehicle117
Recommended Shift Speeds118
Reverse118
Parking Your Vehicle118
Removing The Key118
Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Operation119
4Wd System Indicator Lights119
Electronic Shift On The Fly 4Wd System119
Shifting Between 2Wd And 4X4 High120
Shifting To/From 4X4 Low120
Driving Off-Road With Truck And Utility Vehicles120
How Your Vehicle Differs From Other Vehicles120
Basic Operating Principles121
If Your Vehicle Goes Off The Edge Of The Pavement121
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck121
Emergency Maneuvers122
Parking123
Normal Characteristics123
Driving On Sand, Mud And Water123
Driving On Hilly Or Sloping Terrain124
Driving On Snow And Ice125
Maintenance And Modifications125
Driving Through Water125
Vehicle Loading126
Calculating The Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow127
Trailer Towing128
4X2 W/Automatic Transmission129
4X2 W/Manual Transmission129
Preparing To Tow131
Hitches131
Safety Chains131
Trailer Brakes131
Using A Step Bumper132
Driving While You Tow132
Servicing After Towing132
Trailer Towing Tips132
Launching Or Retrieving A Boat133
Camper Bodies133
Recreational Towing (All Wheels On The Ground)133
All Vehicles Equipped With A Manual Transmission133
Getting Roadside Assistance135
Using Roadside Assistance135
Roadside Emergencies135
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch136
Hazard Flasher Switch136
Fuses And Relays137
To Reset The Switch137
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color138
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel138
Power Distribution Box141
High-Current Fuses142
Changing A Flat Tire145
Spare Tire Information145
Removing The Spare Tire146
Location Of The Spare Tire And Tools146
Removing The Jack146
Installing The Jack146
Stowing The Spare Tire147
How To Change A Flat Tire148
Stowing The Jack And Tools148
Before Changing The Tire148
Stowing The Flat/Spare Tire151
Jump Starting Your Vehicle152
Preparing Your Vehicle152
Connecting The Jumper Cables153
Removing The Jumper Cables155
Jump Starting155
Wrecker Towing157
Customer Assistance158
The Dispute Settlement Board161
Utilizing The Mediation/Arbitration164
Getting Assistance Outside The U.s. And Canada164
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature165
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)167
Cleaning168
Washing The Exterior168
Waxing168
Paint Chips168
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers169
Engine169
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts170
Windows And Wiper Blades170
4.0L Sohc170
Instrument Panel And Cluster Lens171
Interior Trim171
Interior171
Leather Seats171
Underbody172
Ford, Lincoln And Mercury Car Care Products172
Maintenance And Specifications174
Service Recommendations174
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle174
Working With The Engine Off174
Opening The Hood175
4.0L Sohc V6 Engine176
Engine Compartment176
Windshield Washer Fluid177
Engine Oil177
Checking The Engine Oil177
Adding Engine Oil178
Sae 5W-30 Engine Oil Recommendation179
Battery179
Engine Coolant181
Checking Engine Coolant181
Adding Engine Coolant182
Recycled Engine Coolant184
Coolant Refill Capacity185
Severe Climates185
If You Drive In Extremely Hot Climates185
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels186
Fuel Information186
Unleaded Gasoline Engines187
To Avoid Static Build-Up187
Fuel Quality187
Cleaner Air187
Fuel Filler Cap188
When Fueling188
Fuel Filter188
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy188
Calculating Fuel Economy189
Improving Fuel Economy190
Epa Window Sticker190
Emission Control System190
On Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)191
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing191
Checking And Adding Power Steering Fluid192
Brake Fluid Reservoir192
Transmission Fluid193
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid193
To Check And Add Fluid193
Low Fluid Level194
High Fluid Level194
Checking And Adding Manual Transmission Fluid194
Transfer Case Fluid195
To Check And Add Transfer Case Fluid195
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading196
Treadwear196
Traction Aa A B C196
Temperature A B C197
Servicing Your Tires197
Checking The Tire Pressure197
Tire Rotation198
Four Tire Rotation198
Five Tire Rotation198
Replacing Tires199
Snow Tires And Traction Devices200
Motorcraft Part Numbers200
Refill Capacities201
Lubricant Specifications203
Engine Data205
Vehicle Dimensions205
Identifying Your Vehicle207
Certification Label207
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)207
Engine Number207
Accessories208
Ford Accessories For Your Vehicle208
Vehicle Security208
Comfort And Convenience209
Travel Equipment209
Protection And Appearance Equipment209
Index211