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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Adaptive cruise control Moon roof Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 3 Reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Temporary mobility kit Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 5: Introduction
The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
Page 6 In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 7 Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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. NOTICE TO OWNERS WITH 20 INCH WHEELS AND TIRES When equipped with 20 inch wheels and tires the vehicle is designed for on-road use only and not off-road use.
Page 9 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may...
Page 10 EDR. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder...
Page 11 If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information.
Page 12 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 13 Brake Fluid - Parking Aid System Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 14 Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 15: Instrument Cluster
Warning lights can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 16: Instrument Cluster
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT): Illuminates when a powertrain or an 4WD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 17 A Belt-Minder chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 18 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Low fuel (RTT): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty. Refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 19 Door ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed. Tailgate ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is in the on position and the trunk is open. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 20 Hill descent (if equipped): Illuminates when hill descent is turned on. Terrain management (if equipped): Illuminates when a terrain management mode is selected. See Terrain management in the Driving chapter for more information. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 21 Parking brake on chime: Sounds when the parking brake is left on and the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 22: Gauges
4WD gauge, odometer/trip meter and other vehicle features. This is also used to configure different vehicle personalization options and display the status of various vehicle functions. See Standard message center in this chapter for more information. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 23 (when the ignition is in the on position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 24: Message Center
BASE MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 25 Fuel Used — shows the amount of fuel used for a given trip. Press and hold OK to reset the current trip, distance time, average MPG, and fuel used. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 26 English, Español or Français Units Distance Miles and Gallons or Km and Liters Temperature Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C) Convenience Autolamp Delay Off or number of seconds DTE Calculation Normal or Towing 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 27 Auto or Off Climate Control Driver Seat Auto or Off Climate Control Passenger Seat Auto or Off Duration (5, 10 or 15 minutes) Quiet Start System Wipers Courtesy Wipe Rain Sensing Reverse Wiper 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 28 In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds. The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 29 3mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 30 BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and Belt-Minder is activated. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 31 Intelligent Access Key is programmed to the system. KEY PROGRAMMED 4 KEYS TOTAL — Displayed during spare key programming, when a fourth Intelligent Access Key is programmed to the system. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 32 VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 33 DRIVER RESUME CONTROL (if equipped) — Displayed when the hill control and off road mode require the driver to resume control. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 34 For more information, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. TRANSPORT MODE CONTACT DEALER — Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 35 Display Mode Trip 1 & 2 Fuel Economy Settings Information Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrow key or OK to enter into that menu option. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 36 1000 01234.5mi • Distance to empty (DTE): Shows approximate fuel level before the fuel tank reaches empty. The value is dynamic and can change (raise or lower) depending on driving style. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 37 If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 38 00:58:44 01234.5mi • Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance • Elapsed trip time — timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and restarts when the vehicle is restarted. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 39 • This display shows a visual graph of your instantaneous fuel Inst 1000 economy. Press the right arrow to reach the other fuel displays and press the left arrow once to 01234.5mi return to the previous display. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 40 It is important to reset fuel economy after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 41 On (default on key cycle) / Off Remote All doors / Driver’s door Unlocking Menu Control Standard / Memory On Oil Life Reset Set to 10–100% Power Liftgate Enable / Disable 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 42 *Some MyKey items will only appear if a MyKey is set. Display Gauge Display Fuel Gauge / Fuel gauge + Tachometer Trip Display Standard / Enhanced Language English / Español / Français 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 43 If an issue exists on one of the monitored systems, the message center will display the number of warnings that need immediate attention in amber. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the list. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 44 BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 45 OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 46 CRUISE CONTROL AUTOMATIC BRAKING TURNED OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when adaptive cruise control automatic braking is turned off. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 47 HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF SYSTEM COOLING (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode is disabled to cool the brake system. HILL DESCENT CONTROL READY (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode is ready. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 48 MAX NUMBER OF KEYS PROGRAMMED — Displayed during spare key programming when the maximum number of keys have been programmed. MYKEY ACTIVE DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when MyKey™ is active. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 49 MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 50 Information System (BLIS ) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter. CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a fault with the cross traffic alert system has occurred. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 51 For more information, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. TRANSPORT MODE CONTACT DEALER — Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 52: Entertainment Systems
MYFORD™ SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 53 Note: You can also access this screen by pressing: Menu > Clock Settings. Language setting To access/adjust the language setting, press MENU > Display Settings > Language. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 54 • Sound: Press OK to enter and scroll using the center control to select from Treble, Bass, Middle, Balance, Fade. Use the center controls to make adjustments and press OK to confirm and close. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 55 Enter in the number of the desired satellite radio channel and press Enter for quick access. • Select the ‘Info’ soft key to view additional information about the current channel. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 56 • Sound: Press OK to enter and scroll using the center control to select from Treble, Bass, Middle, Balance, Fade. Use the center controls to make adjustments and press OK to confirm and close. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 57 • Skip No Stations: Select this feature and use to ‘unskip’ all channels you previously selected to skip. • Parental Lock (PIN): Select to create a PIN which will allow you to lock or unlock certain channels. Note: Your initial PIN is 1234. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 58 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 59 Call SIRIUS Satellite service has Call SIRIUS at 1–888–539–7474 been deactivated by 1–888–539–7474 to SIRIUS Satellite re-activate or resolve Radio. subscription issues. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 60 • Sound: Press OK to enter and scroll using the center control to select from Treble, Bass, Middle, Balance, Fade. Use the center controls to make adjustments and press OK to confirm and close. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 61: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached. CDs with...
Page 62 (such as the center console or the glove box) when the vehicle is in motion. Phone PHONE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 63 MYFORD TOUCH™ (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 64: Climate Controls
Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. (Power): Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle through the vents. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 65 12. REAR CTRL: Press to turn the rear controls on/off. When the rear controls are on, the rear seat passengers will have control over the settings. (Power): Press to turn the rear climate system on/off. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 66 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 67: Automatic Temperature Control
This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 68 Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. To return to full automatic control, touch AUTO. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 69 MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except (defrost). Recirculated air may turn off automatically in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce fog potential. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 70 MyTemp button for at least two seconds. Any subsequent touch of the MyTemp button will automatically change to this set temperature for this user. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 71: Automatic Operation
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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 72: Touchscreen Features
MAX A/C is selected on can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except (defrost). Recirculated air may turn off in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce fog potential. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 73 To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. • : Distributes air through the demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 74 • Automatic • Dual Off • Off • On • A/C Off • A/C On • Max A/C On • Max A/C Off • Defrost On • Defrost Off 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 75: Auxiliary Passenger Climate Control
5. REAR LOCK: This will illuminate when the rear controls have been locked out by the front controls. At this time, the front controls will control the settings for the rear controls. 6. Temperature control: Turn to increase/decrease the temperature. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 76: Rear Window Defroster
• The interior cabin will be heated, cooled, or off, based upon the previous operating state (last ignition-on cycle). • Heated/cooled seats (if equipped) will be deactivated. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 77 For replacement intervals regarding the cabin air filter, see the scheduled maintenance information. For more information regarding your filter, see your authorized dealer. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 78: Lights
(Steps 1 through 6 must be done within 10 seconds): 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Rotate the headlamp control to the autolamp position. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 79 High beams Pull the lever fully past the detent to activate. Pull the lever fully again to deactivate. Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 80 Press the dimmer control from the full dim position to the full on position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 81 1. Park your vehicle on a level surface about 25 feet (7.6 meters) away from a vertical plain surface (3). Check your headlamp alignment at night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 82 The top edge of this cut-off should be positioned two inches (50.8 mm) below the horizontal reference line. 4. Open the hood. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 83: Turn Signal Control
• Push the lever up/down to the first stop position and hold. The turn signals will flash for as long as the lever is held in this position. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 84 • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off. The courtesy lamp can also be turned on and off manually by pressing the lens depression. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 85: Bulb Replacement
• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 86 * To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer. Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of the bulbs frequently. To replace any of the interior bulbs, see a dealer or qualified technician. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 87 The headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge” source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned out, the bulb and starter capsule assembly must be replaced by your authorized dealer. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 88 (if needed). 4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 89 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the hood overslam bumper tower to service sidemarker bulb (if needed). 4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 90 3. Remove the two bolts from the lamp assembly. 4. Carefully remove the lamp assembly away from the vehicle by pulling the assembly straight out to expose the bulb socket. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 91 8. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on the vehicle by securing the lamp assembly with two bolts. Replacing tail/brake lamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 92 Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high-mount stop lamp located in the spoiler. It is designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, see your authorized dealer. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 93: Driver Controls
Note: The rain sensing wiper feature must be turned off before entering a car wash. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 94 For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer control to either position. From either position, the control will automatically return to the 2 or O (off) position. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 95: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 96 • Auxiliary AV connections, USB ports and 12V power point located forward of the shifter WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 97 12V DC/180W. If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 98 Doing so my cause the power point to overload due to powering multiple devices that can reach beyond the 150W load limit and could result in fire or serious injury. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 99: Power Windows 98
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 2–3 inches (5–8 cm). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 100 With accessory delay, the audio system, power windows and moon roof (if equipped) operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 101 Note: A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 102: Mirrors
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 103 Your vehicle may be equipped with blind spot mirrors or a blind spot information system. Refer to Blind spot mirrors or Blind spot information system (BLIS ) with cross traffic alert (CTA) in the Driving chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 104: Speed Control
RES (Resume): Press to resume the set speed. CNCL (Cancel): Press to cancel the set speed. ON/OFF: Press to turn speed control on or off. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 105 Press SET downward and release to decrease the vehicle set speed in 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increments. • Press the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached then press SET downward and release. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 106: Adaptive Cruise Control
WARNING: Do not use the adaptive cruise control when entering or leaving a highway, in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. WARNING: Do not use in poor visibility, specifically fog, rain, spray or snow. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 107 ACC indicator light, current gap setting and desired set speed. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. A lead vehicle graphic will illuminate if there is a vehicle detected in front of you. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 108 In some cases there may be no warning or the warning may be delayed. The driver should always apply the brakes when necessary. Failing to do so may result in a collision, serious injury or death. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 109 When the accelerator is released, the ACC function will operate again and vehicle speed will decrease to the set speed, or a lower speed if following a slower vehicle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 110 Turning off cruise control Press OFF to turn off the cruise control. Note: When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 111 • When driving on a different line than the vehicle in front. • With vehicles that edge into your lane. These vehicles can only be detected once they have moved fully into your lane. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 112 When the radar signals are obstructed, a vehicle ahead cannot be detected and the ACC will not function. The following table lists possible causes and actions for this message being displayed. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 113 The system will default to ACC when the engine is started. WARNING: Normal cruise control will not brake due to slower vehicles. Always be aware of which mode is selected and apply the brakes when necessary. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 114 Navigate through the screen and press OK to select. The following features are available: • Entertainment • Change audio source • Limited play list 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 115: Moon Roof
To close the sunscreen: Pull down the control and release. The sunscreen will automatically close. If the moon roof is open, it will automatically close prior to closing the sunscreen. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 116 To close dual panel moon roof from vent: Pull and quickly release the TILT control down to close the glass from the vent position to close (moon roof is equipped with automatic, one-touch, tilt close feature). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 117 Car2U system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person assist you in programming the transmitter. Additional Car2U system information can be found on-line at www.learcar2U.com or by calling the toll-free Car2U system help line at 1-866-572-2728. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 118 If you do not follow the time-sensitive actions, the device will time out and you will have to repeat the procedure. Note: Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 119 Immediately (within 1 second) release the button once the garage door moves. When the button is released, the indicator light will begin to blink rapidly until programming is complete. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 120 When a switch is in the up, on, or + position, circle “L.” When a switch is in the middle, neutral, or 0 position, circle “M.” When a switch is in the down, off, or – position, circle “R.” 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 121 Do not release the button until you see the garage door move. Most garage doors open quickly. You may need to hold the button from 5–55 seconds before observing movement of the garage door. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 122 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes and modifications to the Car2U system transmitter by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use the equipment. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 123 The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the loops and anchors provided. WARNING: This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 124 • Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 125 • the ignition is on and the transmission is not in P (Park); • or the battery voltage is below the minimum operating voltage; • or the vehicle speed is at or above 3 mph (5 km/h). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 126 To power open or close the liftgate with the transmitter: Press twice within three seconds to open the liftgate. Refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 127 3. Press and hold the control button on the liftgate until a chime is heard, indicating the new height has been programmed. Note: If the liftgate position is too low, the height cannot be programmed. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 128 1. Disconnect the battery for 20 seconds then, reconnect the battery. 2. Manually close and fully latch the liftgate. 3. Power open the liftgate by using the transmitter, or the instrument panel control button. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 129 Your vehicle may be equipped with factory-installed crossbars. Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars, designed specifically for your vehicle, are also recommended for use with your roof rack system.
Page 130 Note: Wind noise can be minimized by either removing or repositioning the crossbars when they are not is use. Position the rear crossbar fully rearward and the front crossbar 10 inches (25 cm) from the front end-cap. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 131: Locks And Security
Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were issued with a security label that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the label in a safe place for future reference. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 132 Note: Your vehicle’s IA back-up keys were issued with a security tag that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the tag in a safe place for future reference. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 133 MyKey™ user will not be able to deactivate the system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, or sand. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 134 1. At the main menu screen select SETTINGS then MYKEY by pressing OK or the right arrow key. 2. Press the down arrow key to get to CLEAR MYKEYS. 3. Hold OK until you see ALL MYKEYS CLEARED. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 135 2. In addition to the key that you have already programmed as a MyKey™, owners of vehicles equipped with traditional keys may want to program the non Ford-approved remote start system as a MyKey™ if the remote start fob is used by the MyKey driver.
Page 136 1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors. 2. Remote start the vehicle using a non Ford-approved remote start fob. 3. Follow steps 1-4 in the Create a MyKey™ section. Vehicles equipped with an intelligent access key (push button start) •...
Page 137 • For programming spare keys, refer to the Lost any key Programming spare keys section in this chapter. • Vehicle has a non Ford-approved remote start I accidentally programmed all system that is recognized as an admin key. Refer to keys as MyKeys™...
Page 138 • Unknown key has been programmed to the vehicle MyKey™ programmed total as a MyKey™. • Vehicle is equipped with a non Ford-approved includes one additional key remote start system. Refer to Using MyKey™ with remote start systems section.
Page 139: Locks
IA key in the passenger compartment. If an IA key is found inside the vehicle, all of the doors will immediately unlock and the horn will chirp, indicating that the IA key is inside. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 140 • by using a power door unlock/lock procedure, or • by using the instrument cluster message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autounlock feature. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 141 Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked after the ignition is turned off and before the driver door is opened. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 142 The horn will chirp once if autounlock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition off. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 143 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 144 3 feet (1 meter) of the front doors you can activate your intelligent access system by pulling a front exterior door handle. The door(s) will automatically unlock and the door can be opened. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 145 Note: If any door or the liftgate is not closed, or if the hood is not closed on vehicles equipped with a perimeter alarm or remote start, the horn will chirp twice and the lamps will not flash. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 146 The seat will move to the final position when the ignition is switched out of off (if easy entry feature is enabled). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 147 The memory feature also coordinates with user-created profile settings utilizing the infotainment touchscreen system (if equipped). See the Creating a user profile section in the MyFord Touch™ supplement for more information. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 148 Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 149 • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 150 Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter to learn how to enable different climate options. A manual climate control system will run at the setting it was set to when the vehicle was last turned off. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 151 1. Press to lock all the doors. 2. Press two times. The exterior lamps will flash twice. If for some reason, the system fails to start, the horn will chirp. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 152 You can disable or enable the remote start system through the message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 153 You may also program a personal entry code through the MyFord Touch™ / MyLincoln Touch™ system (if equipped). Refer to the MyFord Touch™ / MyLincoln Touch™ supplement. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 154 To lock all doors, press and hold the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time (with the driver’s door closed). You do not need to enter the keypad code first. To enable/disable autolock/autounlock, refer to Autolock feature or Autounlock feature earlier in this chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 155: Anti-Theft System
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 156 • Only use integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or standard SecuriLock keys. • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 157 To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1. Note: To program MyKey™ features, refer to MyKey™ in this chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 158 MAX # OF KEYS LEARNED will be displayed on the message center. 7. Remove the intelligent access key from the center console pocket and press the control on the newly programmed intelligent access keys to exit programming mode. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 159 (press the lock area in either front door handle). • Press and hold the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 controls together on the keyless entry pad to lock the doors (driver’s door must be closed). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 160 Perimeter alarm issues If there seems to be a potential perimeter alarm system problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL keys/remote entry transmitters are brought to your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 161: Seating And Safety Restraints
• a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 162 Tilting head restraints (if equipped) The front head restraints may have a tilting feature for extra comfort. To tilt the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 163 WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 164 Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 165 Move the control in the directions shown to move the seat forward or backward. Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 166 Allow the seat to dry thoroughly. To operate the heated seats: Press the heated seat symbol to cycle through the various heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 167 Cooler settings are indicated by more indicator lights. If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the cooled seats are on, the feature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 168 1. Remove key from ignition. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter until the tabs are released, then rotate the air filter toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Remove filter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 169 A programmed memory position can be recalled: • in any gearshift position if the ignition is not on. • only in P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition is on. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 170 Driving chapter). The easy entry feature can be turned off or on through the vehicle message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 171 The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 172 Note: You may have to move the front row seat forward to allow the 2nd row seat to be fully tumbled. 1. Stow the center head restraint (if equipped) by pressing the head restraint release button while sliding the head restraint fully down. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 173 The seatback will fold flat. 4. Lift the handle all the way up until the seat releases from the floor. Rotate the seat forward to allow access to the third row. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 174 After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 175 This will fold the seatback forward. Pull the strap a second time to tumble the seat forward, allowing easy exit from the 3rd row seat. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 176 Ensure that the rear latch hooks are properly engaged with the floor striker. Note: Ensure that the seat and seatback are latched securely in position. Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent proper seat engagement. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 177 4. Release the cushion latches by pulling the number 2 strap while pulling on the strap located at the top of the seatback to tumble the seat all the way into the tub in the floor. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 178 1. Unlatch and lift the seat out of the tub in the floor by squeezing and pulling up on the handle. Once the seat is at a vertical position, push the seat over, letting it fall onto the latches. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 179 Note: Do not use seat in this position or damage to seat may occur. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 180 Failure to remove all objects from the top of the load floor prior to unstowing it may cause damage to the seat. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 181: Personal Safety System
• Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints. • Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors (first row only), and safety belt usage sensors. • Driver’s seat position sensor. • Front passenger sensing system 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 182 This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 183 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 to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 184 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 185: Safety Belt System
3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 186 Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 187 In addition, the retractor(s) is designed to lock if the webbing is pulled out too quickly. If this occurs, let the belt retract slightly and pull webbing out again in a slow and controlled manner. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 188 • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 189 Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 190 • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the safety belts. • Impact sensors located in various parts of the vehicle. WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the rear inflatable safety belt. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 191 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 192 A safety belt extension is not available for the inflatable safety belt. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 193 The driver’s safety belt is buckled The safety belt warning light and before the ignition switch is turned to indicator chime remain off. the on position... 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 194 3 mph (5 km/h) and seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for 1-2 minutes have elapsed since approximately five minutes or until the the ignition switch has been safety belts are buckled. turned to on... 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 195 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. “Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 196 Note: If you are using MyKey™, the Belt-Minder cannot be disabled. Also, if the Belt-Minder has been previously disabled, it will be re-enabled during the use of MyKey™. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and security chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Page 198: Airbags
Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 199 WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your authorized dealer. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 200 Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 201 Safety Canopy system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. • driver and front passenger safety belt pretensioner • Rear outboard inflatable belts and inflators (if equipped) . 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 202 • 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 203 • 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 204 • Objects lodged underneath the seat • Objects between the seat cushion and the center console (if equipped) • Objects hanging off the seat back 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 205 • Driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat. • Remove the obstruction(s) (if found). • Restart the vehicle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 206 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 section of this Owner’s Guide or see your authorized dealer.
Page 207 Side Airbag Technical Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 208 WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 209 SRS and Safety Canopy System is provided. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy . 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 210 Safety Canopy inflation or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 211 • The readiness airbag light (same light as for front airbag system) will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 212: Child Restraints
Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 213 Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 214 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 215 A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is inappropriate for your child’s height, age, or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 216 Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 217 Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 218 LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 219 • Inflatable safety belt: grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together behind the belt tongue. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 220 Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. • Standard safety belt buckle • Inflatable safety belt buckle 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 221 It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle. Sometimes, a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 222 1 inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with your local St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST.
Page 223 Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol. • Second row bucket seats • Second row bench seats 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 224 Do not attach a child seat to any lower anchor if an adjacent child seat is attached to that anchor. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 225 The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 226 Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 227 2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position. • 2nd row bucket (40/40) • 2nd row bench (60/40) 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 228 If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends its use. Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt.
Page 229 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 vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fit better.
Page 230 • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 231 It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 232 Refer to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
Page 233: Tires, Wheels And Loading
Study your owner’s guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 234 Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations, it won’t stop any faster than two-wheel drive vehicles. Always drive at a safe speed. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 235 These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 236: Tire Information
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 237 • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’s load carrying capability. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 238: Tire Inflation
Ford Motor Company. 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 239 Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
Page 240 For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 241 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 242 (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 243 The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your tire pressure monitoring system.
Page 244 Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 245 This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 246 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 247 Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 248 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 249 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 250 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 251: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
TPMS to continue to function properly. The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 252 When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the TPMS will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 253 TPMS If your tires are properly inflated malfunction and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 254 Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 255 SNOW TIRES AND CABLES WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 256: Vehicle Loading
Tire Label in order to determine the new payload. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 257 Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Example only: 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 258 The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 259 WARNING: 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 260 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 261 In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (5 x 99 kg) - (5 x 13.5 kg) = 635 - 495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kg. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 262 Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 263: Trailer Towing
WARNING: 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 264 If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Class III trailer hitch safety chain loops can be used as recovery hooks. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 265 For additional information, refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached; anticipate stops and brake gradually. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 266: Recreational Towing
If you are towing with all four wheels on the ground, refer to the towing instructions found at the end of this section. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 267 With the engine running and your foot on the brake, shift into D (Drive) and then into R (Reverse) before shifting back into N (Neutral). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 268: Driving
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 269 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 270 After releasing the key from the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 271 ACCESSORY POWER ACTIVE and PRESS BRAKE TO START will be displayed in the message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 272 20 seconds, even though the IA key is not present. After 20 seconds have expired, you can no longer start your vehicle without the IA key present inside the vehicle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 273 If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 274 • Make sure that when in operation, the extension cord plug/engine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water in order to prevent possible shock or fire. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 275: Brakes
Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and the 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 276 If you experience this condition, apply the brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe stop. Turn the engine off, shift to P (Park) and apply 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 277 Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. Note: If the vehicle is driven with the parking brake applied, a chime will sound. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 278: Advancetrac
If your AdvanceTrac with RSC system activates, SLOW DOWN. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 279 • The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual. • Engine power may be reduced. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 280 • Taking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 281 • Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer (see Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter). The Curve Control system may be deactivated in certain terrain management modes. See Terrain management later in this chapter. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 282 CONTROL OFF Selected again AdvanceTrac TRACTION Enabled after deactivation fully enabled CONTROL ON Note: The ESC/RSC /Curve Control systems cannot be turned on or off through the message center. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 283 WARNING: Turning off trailer sway control increases the risk of loss of vehicle control, serious injury, or death. Ford does not recommend disabling this feature except in situations where speed reduction may be detrimental (e.g., hill climbing), the driver has...
Page 284: Hill Descent Control
Whether accelerating or decelerating, once the desired descent speed is reached, remove your feet from the pedals and the chosen vehicle speed will be maintained. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 285 SERVICE POWER STEERING, SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW or POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT may display in the message center. Refer to the Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 286 • 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 287 Over-loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 288 6. Install the BSI access cover. 7. Apply the brake pedal, start the vehicle, and release the parking brake. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure is used. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 289: Transmission Operation
This fuel economy benefit may be perceived as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 290 All transmission gear ranges are available when using tow. Tow can be activated by pressing the TOW switch located on the instrument panel by the headlamp control. The TOW/HAUL message will illuminate in the instrument cluster. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 291 • Allows the transmission to select gears that will provide the desired engine braking based on the vehicle inputs mentioned above. This will increase engine RPM during engine braking. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 292 M (Manual), press – on the gearshift lever. • To manually upshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M (Manual), press + on the gearshift lever. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 293 WARNING: The hill start assist feature does not replace the parking brake. When you leave the vehicle, always apply the parking brake and select first or reverse gear. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 294 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 295: Reverse Sensing System
WARNING: Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 296 RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 297: Rear-View Camera System
• (2) Red zone • (3) Yellow zone • (4) Green zone • (5) Active guidelines (if equipped) Active guidelines (5) will only be shown with fixed guidelines (2), (3) and (4). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 298 OFF, Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. The selected level will appear between the buttons (i.e. Level 1). When activating manual zoom mode, the system always starts from OFF. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 299 If the vehicle is in R (Reverse) and the liftgate is ajar, no rear video camera features will be displayed. A message will be displayed on the touchscreen if the liftgate is ajar. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 300 R (Reverse). Make sure the vehicle is not moving. If the back end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, then check with your authorized dealer to have your rear video system checked for proper coverage and operation. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 301 Note: The collision warning with brake support will not detect, warn, or respond to potential collisions with vehicles to the rear or sides of the vehicle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 302 (audible warning will alert the driver). In addition, sun load and sunglasses may reduce the visibility of the warning lamps. Therefore, it is recommended to keep the audible warning on. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 303 The collision warning system is the surface of the road may temporarily disabled. Collision interfere with the radar signals warning should automatically reactivate a short time after the weather conditions improve. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 304 • Something passes between the front bumper and the space such as a pedestrian or cyclist • The edge of the neighboring parked vehicle is high from the ground such as a bus, tow truck or flatbed truck 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 305 REMOVE HANDS FROM STEERING WHEEL SHIFT TO <R> TO PARK ON LEFT (RIGHT) SIDE. The driver should always come to a complete stop before changing gears. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 306 R (Reverse). The touch screen may display PLEASE CHECK SURROUNDINGS FOR SAFETY STOP VEHICLE BACK UP SLOWLY along with a corresponding graphic. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 307 If a fault is present in the system, the message CAUTION! ACTIVE PARK ASSIST FAULT PLEASE REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL will be displayed followed by a chime. Contact an authorized dealer to have your vehicle serviced. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 308 • There may be an irregular curb along the parking space. APA might not be able to align the vehicle to curbs that are damaged, very shallow or covered with material such as debris, leaves, snow, or tarps. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 309 APA relies on correctly sensing the temperature outside for precisely positioning the vehicle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 310 As the vehicle leaves the blind spot mirror it will transition to the driver’s peripheral field of view (3). WARNING: Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 311 (Neutral). If the transmission is shifted out of D (Drive) or N (Neutral) the system will enter the CTA mode (see CTA operation below). Once shifted back in to D (Drive) the BLIS mode will activate once driven above 3 mph (5 km/h). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 312 False alerts are temporary and self correct. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 313 CTA sensors (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed for vehicle on left]). Backing slowly from the parking spot in these situations helps to increase the sensor coverage and effectiveness. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 314 Circumstances that may cause a false alert when backing up are backing out of a garage, backing in to a parking space, and objects very close to the sensor. False alerts are temporary and self correct. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 315 TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE warning and the appropriate left and/or right exterior mirror alert indicator will illuminate. The message center warning may be cleared by the driver but the exterior mirror alert indicator will remain illuminated. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 316 Day and night brightness The BLIS and/or CTA alert will automatically dim when the headlamp switch is in PARK, ON, or AUTO ON and night time darkness has been detected by the sun sensor. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 317 Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 318 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 319 • If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 320 After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 321 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 322 Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), apply the brake steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 323 Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control. 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 324 If the TMS becomes inoperable due to a system malfunction, all of the mode indicators on the control will turn off and the message center will display one of the following messages. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 325 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 326: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: •...
Page 327: Hazard Flasher Control
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 for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.
Page 328: Fuel Pump Shut-Off
WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury. Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision. FUSES AND RELAYS...
Page 329 The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 330 2nd and 3rd row seat release, visor lamps Amplifier Not used (spare) 7.5A Memory seat module logic feed Not used (spare) 4” Radio display (without SYNC ), Power liftgate logic, Electronic finish panel 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 331 Headlamp switch Datalink connector, Steering wheel control module Liftgate release Radio frequency module IA module Ignition switch, Push button start Radio, 8” SYNC Multi-function display screen, SYNC module, Global positioning system module 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 332 Climate control module Fog lamps, left and right turn signal mirror feed 30A Circuit Rear power windows, Passenger power Breaker window, One touch down (driver side only) Delayed Body control module accessory relay 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 333 The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description Location Rating — Not used — Not used 30A** Trailer brake control module 30A** Wipers, Front washer 50A** Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 334 30A** Climate controlled seats — Not used — Not used — Not used — Auxiliary blower motor relay — Not used — Blower motor relay — Not used — Not used 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 335 Brake on/off (BOO) switch 10A* TT back-up lamps 20A* 2nd row seat release 10A* A/C clutch 15A* TT stop/turn lamps 15A* Rear wipers 30A* Fuel pump — Powertrain control module (PCM) relay 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 336 — Run/start relay Front blower relay coil, Electrical Power Assist Steering (EPAS) module 10A* 10A* 10A* ABS module, Plant EVAC and fill Rear blower motor, Rear defroster, TT battery charge relays 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 337: Changing Tires
(TPMS) and should not be used. However, if you must use a sealant, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. WARNING: Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information.
Page 338 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 339 • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 340 2. Remove the wing nut that secures the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Lift and remove the spare tire from the spare tire well. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 341 Press the button on the wrench to extend the handle. Fold down the wrench socket. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 342 2. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 343 2. Adjust the jack to the proper height to install the wrench. Turn the jack lead screw until the arrow on the upper link is slightly below the circle indicator shown on the lower link. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 344 5. Turn the wing bolt clockwise into the threaded hole in the rear lift gate back panel until the tire is secured. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 345: Temporary Mobility Kit
Note: The temporary mobility kit sealant compound in the canister is to be used for one tire only. See your authorized dealer for additional replacement sealant canisters. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 346 • Do not drive the vehicle above 50 mph (80 km/h). • Do not drive further than 120 miles (200 km). Drive only to the closest Ford Motor Company authorized dealer or tire repair shop to have your tire inspected.
Page 347 Always store the kit in its original location. • After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. • When inflating a tire or other objects, use the black air hose only. Do not use the transparent hose which is designed for sealant application only.
Page 348 5. Remove the warning sticker found on the canister and place it on the top of the instrument panel or the center of the dash. 6. Start the engine (only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well-ventilated area). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 349 Re-install the valve cap on the tire valve, place the tube cap on the metal connector, and return the kit to the stowage area. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 350 Pressing the deflation button near the sealant canister removes air from the tire. Note: The tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 351 After using the temporary mobility kit to seal your tire, you will need to replace the sealant canister and clear tube (hose). Sealing compound and spare parts can be obtained and replaced at an authorized Ford Motor Company dealership or tire dealer. Empty sealant bottles may be disposed of at home;...
Page 352 Installation of the sealant canister to the temporary mobility kit 1. Align the sealant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing. 2. Once aligned, seat the sealant canister by lightly pushing down until you hear an audible click. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 353: Wheel Lug Nut Torque
3. Wrap the clear tube around the compressor housing. Note: If you experience any difficulties with the removal or installation of the sealant canister, consult your Ford Motor Company authorized dealer for assistance. Be sure to check the sealant compound’s “use by” date regularly.
Page 354 Easy Fuel™ system. This could damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto the ground instead of filling the tank, all of which could result in serious personal injury. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 355: 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 356 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 357 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 358: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. On FWD vehicles, if your vehicle is to be towed from the front, ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground.
Page 359 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 360: Customer Assistance
A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
Page 361 • The name of the authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle’s current odometer reading In some states, 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.
Page 362 In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 363 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program.
Page 364 (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 365 The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel.
Page 366 If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate to any of the above locations, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations & Global Growth Initiatives by emailing expcac@ford.com. If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest authorized dealer.
Page 367: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...
Page 368: Cleaning
• Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 369 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 370 Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 371 • Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 372 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 373 • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing or damage to the leather. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 374 • Rub the conditioner into leather until it disappears. Allow the conditioner to dry and repeat the process for the entire interior. If a film appears, wipe off film with a dry, clean cloth. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 375 FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln 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 376: Maintenance And Specifications
WARNING: 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 377 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 378: Engine Compartment
3. Battery 4. Power distribution box 5. Air filter assembly 6. Transmission fluid dipstick (out of view) 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 379 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. 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 380 To replace the rear wiper blade: 1. Press the wiper blade against the glass with one hand and hold it. 2. Pull the wiper arm away from the wiper blade to separate. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 381: Engine Oil
• Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 382 Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Page 383: Battery
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement 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 384 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 385 A connection at the negative battery post can cause inaccurate measurements of the battery condition and potential incorrect system operation. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 386: Engine Coolant
When a battery replacement is required, the battery should only be replaced with a Ford recommended replacement battery that matches the electrical requirements of the vehicle. ENGINE COOLANT...
Page 387 • Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 388 If necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 389 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
Page 390 • the coolant temperature warning light illuminates • the service engine soon indicator illuminates 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and place the vehicle in P (Park). 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 391 Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 392 FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 393: Fuel Information
• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 394 — this is against the law in some places; • Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel. • Do not use personal electronic devices while refueling. It can ignite fuel vapors. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 395 Insert either the fuel fill nozzle or the fuel fill funnel (see Refilling with a portable fuel container for funnel location) provided with the vehicle several times to dislodge any debris and/or allow the 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 396 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 397 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 398 Do not use aftermarket funnels; they will not work with the Easy Fuel™ system and can damage it. The included funnel has been specially designed to work safely with your vehicle. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 399 • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 400 65 mph [105 km/h]). • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 401 • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than two-wheel-drive operation. • Close windows for high speed driving. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 402 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 403 OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent, continued driving with the service engine soon indicator on can result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 404 If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 405 3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow a minimum of 10 seconds for each gear to engage. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 406 Depending on vehicle use, cooling times could take up to 30 minutes or longer. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 407: Air Filter(S)
WARNING: 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. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 408 All motor vehicles and their components were engineered and tested for reliable, regular driving. Long term storage under various conditions may lead to component degradation or failure unless specific precautions are taken to preserve the components. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 409 Note: During extended periods of vehicle storage (30 days or more), fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add Motorcraft Gas Stabilizer or equivalent meeting Ford material specification ESE-M99C112-A to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 30 days.
Page 410 • Check tire pressures and set tire inflation per the Tire Label. • Check brake pedal operation. Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 meters) back and forth to remove rust build-up. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 411: Part Numbers
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
Page 412: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities
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Page 413 Maintenance and Specifications 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 414 Maintenance and Specifications 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 415: Engine Data
Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the edge of the driver’s door. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 416 Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 417 TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Code Six-speed automatic (6F50) Six-speed automatic (6F55) 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 418: Accessories
FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom 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 419 Ford Motor Company engineering requirements. Contact your Ford dealer for details regarding the manufacturer’s limited warranty and/or a copy of the FLA product limited warranty offered by the accessory manufacturer.
Page 420: Ford Extended Service Plan
BaseCare – Covers 84 components. PowertrainCare – Covers 29 critical components. Ford ESP is honored by all Ford and Lincoln Dealers in the U.S. and Canada It’s the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get: •...
Page 421 Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Page 422 Ford Extended Service Plan 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 423 Ford Motor Company dealers. For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you. NOTE: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford ESP coverage.
Page 424: Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Your dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. They are committed to meeting your service needs and to assuring your continuing satisfaction. Protecting your investment Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability, durability and resale value.
Page 425 Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete warranty information. Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factory recommended maintenance. In fact, Ford Motor Company recommends against the use of such additive products unless specifically recommended by Ford for a particular application.
Page 426 Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft branded replacement parts. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, and we stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry a nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited warranty.
Page 427 Parking brake for proper operation Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 428 In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps running great.
Page 429 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 430: Normal Scheduled Maintenance And Log
If your message center is prematurely reset or becomes inoperative, you should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km) from your last oil change. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 431 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 432 Initial replacement at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 36 months thereafter Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 433 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 434 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 435 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 436 Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 25,000 miles [40,000 km].) 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 437 Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 25,000 miles [40,000 km].) 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 438 Instrument Cluster chapter. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change interval – If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 439 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 440 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 441 Normal vehicle axle maintenance Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic fluid and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life. These fluids are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water.
Page 442: Engine Coolant Change Log
OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 443: Index
Capacities for refilling fluids ..411 driving an automatic overdrive .........288 Car2U Home Automation fluid, adding ......404 System ........116 fluid, checking ......404 Cargo net ........122 fluid, refill capacities ....411 fluid, specification ....411 Cell phone use ......10 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 444 ..353, 396 specifications ......411 Emission control system ..401 Cross Traffic Alert ....310 Engine ........414 Cruise control cleaning ........369 (see Speed control) ....103 coolant ........385 Customer Assistance ....325 fail-safe cooling .......390 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 445 ......392, 394, 398 Ignition .......267, 414 filter, specifications ..391, 410 Illuminated visor mirror .....94 fuel pump shut-off ....327 Infant seats improving fuel economy ..398 octane rating ....395, 414 (see Safety seats) .....216 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 446 ....79 MyKey ........132 fog lamps ........78 headlamps .........77 headlamps, flash to pass ..78 instrument panel, dimming ..79 Octane rating ......395 interior lamps ......83 LATCH anchors ......222 Oil (see Engine oil) ....380 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 447 ........222 Rear-view camera system ..296 Safety seats for children ..216 Rear window defroster ....75 Safety Compliance Recommendations for Certification Label ....414 attaching safety restraints for Satellite Radio Information ..57 children ........214 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 448 Starting your vehicle ..267–269 fluid, checking and adding jump starting ......354 (automatic) ......404 push button start system ..270 fluid, refill capacities ....411 Steering wheel lubricant specifications ..411 controls ........113 Turn signal ........82 tilting .........94 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 449 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........92 Vehicle loading ......255 checking and adding fluid ..378 Ventilating your vehicle ...272 liftgate reservoir .....378 replacing wiper blades ...379 Wrecker towing ......357 Warning lights (see Lights) ..14 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

Ford 2011 Explorer Owner's Manual

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Entertainment Systems

Climate Controls

Lights

Driver Controls

Locks and Security

Seating and Safety Restraints

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Driving

Roadside Emergencies

Customer Assistance

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

Accessories

Ford Extended Service Plan

Scheduled Maintenance Guide

Index

Quick Links

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Summary of Contents for Ford 2011 Explorer

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