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Ford 1997 Explorer Owner's Manual (212 pages)

Ford Explorer 1998

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction
3
- Icons
  3
- Breaking-In Your Vehicle
  3
- Warnings
  3
- Special Notices
  4
- Using Your Vehicle as a Snowplow
  4
- Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
  4
Instrumentation
5
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  7
- Check Engine
  7
- Fuel Reset
  8
- Light Is Blinking
  8
- Light Turns on Solid
  8
- Safety Belt
  9
- Brake System Warning
  9
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
  9
- Air Bag Readiness
  9
- Turn Signal
  10
- High Beams
  10
- Anti-Theft System
  10
- Charging System
  10
- Controls and Features
  10
- Door Ajar
  11
- Check Gage
  11
- Four Wheel Drive High
  11
- Four Wheel Drive Low
  11
- O/D off
  12
- Speed Control
  12
- Safety Belt Warning Chime
  12
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
  12
- Seating and Safety Restraints
  12
- Gauges
  13
- Speedometer
  13
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  14
- Odometer
  14
- Trip Odometer
  15
- Tachometer
  15
- Battery Voltage Gauge
  15
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
  16
- Fuel Gauge
  16
- Message Center
  17
- Selectable Features
  17
- English/Metric Display
  17
- Fuel Status
  18
- Fuel Range
  18
- Reset
  19
- Fuel Economy
  19
- System Check
  20
- Operating the Message Center During System Check
  20
- Oil Change Reset
  21
- Headlamp Control
  22
- Foglamp Control
  22
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
  22
Controls and Features
22
- Panel Dimmer Control
  23
- Flash to Pass
  23
- Climate Control System
  24
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
  24
- Fan Speed Control
  24
- Temperature Control Knob
  24
- Operating Tips
  26
- Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) System
  27
- Turning the EATC on
  27
- Turning the EATC off
  27
- Automatic Operation
  27
- Temperature Selection
  28
- Fan Speed
  29
- Temperature Conversion
  29
- Manual Override Controls
  30
- Rear Fan off
  31
- Rear Console Climate Controls
  33
- Rear Window Defroster
  35
- 4Wd Control (if Equipped)
  35
- Audio System
  35
- Turn Signal Control
  36
- Positions of the Ignition
  36
- To Turn Speed Control on
  37
- To Turn Speed Control off
  37
- To Set a Speed
  38
- To Set a Higher Set Speed
  39
- To Set a Lower Set Speed
  39
- To Disengage Speed Control
  40
- To Return to a Previously Set Speed
  41
- Indicator Light
  41
- Tilt Steering
  42
- Hazard Flasher
  42
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
  43
- Speed Dependent Wipers
  43
- Rear Window Wiper and Washer
  43
- Climate Control Features
  44
- Steering Wheel Controls
  44
- Radio Control Features
  44
- Overhead Console
  45
- Storage Compartment
  45
- Installing a Garage Door Opener
  45
- Moon Roof
  46
- Electronic Compass/Temperature Display
  46
- Outside Air Temperature
  47
- Compass Zone Adjustment
  48
- Setting Autolamp
  49
- Autolamp Delay System
  49
- Compass Calibration Adjustment
  49
- Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror
  50
- Power Windows
  51
- Power Door Locks
  52
- One Touch down
  52
- Window Lock
  52
- Childproof Door Locks
  53
- Power Side View Mirrors
  53
- Two Step Unlocking
  53
- To Adjust Your Mirrors
  53
- Center Console
  54
- Heated Outside Mirrors
  54
- Rear Console Features
  55
- Auxiliary Power Point
  55
- Center Armrest/Rear Cupholder
  56
- Positive Retention Floor Mat
  56
- Rear Liftgate
  56
- Cargo Cover
  58
- Rewinding the Shade
  58
- To Install the Shade
  58
- Remote Entry System
  59
- Locking the Doors
  60
- Unlocking the Doors
  60
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  61
- Memory Seat Feature
  61
- When Your Dealer Programs New Transmitters
  62
- Replacing the Battery
  63
- To Replace the Battery
  63
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  63
- Reprogramming Transmitters
  64
- Illuminated Entry
  64
- Autolock
  64
- Deactivating Autolock
  64
- Keyless Entry System
  65
- To Reactivate Autolock
  65
- Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
  66
- Erasing Personal Code
  67
- Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
  67
- Locking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
  67
- Perimeter Alarm System
  68
- Arming the System
  68
- Disarming the System
  70
- Securilock Anti-Theft System
  70
- Theft Indicator
  71
- Programming Spare Securilock Keys
  71
- Procedure to Program Spare Securilock Keys to Your Vehicle
  72
- Adjusting the Front Power Seat
  73
Seating and Safety Restraints
73
Starting
100
- If Starting a Vehicle with an Automatic Transmission
  101
- If Starting a Vehicle with a Manual Transmission
  101
- Starting the Engine
  103
- Using the Engine Block Heater
  103
- Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
  104
- Important Ventilating Information
  104
- Brakes
  105
- ABS Warning Lamp
  105
Driving
105
- Using ABS
  106
- Parking Brake
  106
- Air Suspension System
  107
- Brake-Shift Interlock
  108
- Automatic Transmission Operation
  108
- Transmission Operation
  108
- Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission (5.0L Engines Only)
  109
- Understanding Gearshift Positions
  109
- N (Neutral)
  110
- Driving a Manual Transmission
  114
- Using the Clutch
  114
- When Starting a Vehicle with a Manual Transmission
  114
- Recommended Shift Speeds
  115
- Upshifts When Accelerating (for Best Fuel Economy)
  115
- Parking
  116
- Reverse
  116
- Control-Trac Automatic Four-Wheel Drive System
  117
- Positions of the Control-Trac System
  117
- Using the Control-Trac System
  119
- Shifting between 4WD AUTO and 4WD HIGH
  119
- Shifting from 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH to 4WD LOW
  119
- Shifting from 4WD LOW to 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH
  120
- Driving Off-Road with 4WD
  120
- If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
  120
- Sand
  121
- Mud and Water
  121
- Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
  121
- Driving on Snow and Ice
  122
- All Wheel Drive (Awd) System
  122
- Driving Off-Road with AWD
  123
- Traction-Lok Axle
  125
- Vehicle Loading
  125
- Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
  127
- Driving through Water
  127
- Trailer Towing
  127
- Trailer Towing Table (4X2 Manual Transmission)
  128
- Trailer Towing Table (4X4 Manual Transmission)
  129
- Trailer Towing Table (4X2 Automatic Transmission)
  130
- Trailer Towing Table
  131
- Trailer Brakes
  132
- Preparing to Tow
  132
- Safety Chains
  132
- Hitches
  132
- Trailer Lamps
  133
- Using a Step Bumper
  133
- Driving While You Tow
  133
- Servicing after Towing
  133
- Launching or Retrieving a Boat
  134
- Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
  134
- Luggage Rack
  134
- Fuel Consumption
  135
- To Adjust Cross-Bar Position
  135
- Hazard Lights Control
  136
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  136
Roadside Emergencies
136
- Fuses and Relays
  137
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
  138
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
  139
- To Remove a Fuse
  139
- Power Distribution Box
  142
- High-Current Fuses
  143
- Removing the Spare Tire
  145
- Spare Tire Information
  145
- Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
  145
- Changing the Tires
  145
- Stowing the Spare
  146
- Tire Change Procedure
  146
- Jump Starting Your Vehicle
  150
- Preparing Your Vehicle
  150
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  150
- 4.0L Sohc
  151
- Jump Starting
  152
- Removing the Jumper Cables
  152
- Wrecker Towing
  155
- Service Recommendations
  157
- To Help You Service Your Vehicle
  157
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  157
Maintenance and Care
157
- Working with the Engine on
  158
- Opening the Hood
  158
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  159
- 4.0L EFI Engine
  159
- 4.0L SOHC Engine
  160
- 5.0L Engine
  161
- Checking the Engine Oil
  161
- Adding Engine Oil
  163
- Engine Oil Recommendations
  164
- Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
  164
- Brake Fluid
  165
- Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
  165
- Clutch Fluid
  166
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  167
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
  167
- Engine Coolant
  167
- Adding Engine Coolant
  168
- Severe Winter Climate
  169
- Coolant Refill Capacity
  169
- Recycled Engine Coolant
  169
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  170
- Transmission Fluid
  171
- Checking and Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid
  171
- Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
  174
- Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
  175
- Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
  176
- Battery
  176
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  177
- Checking the Wiper Blades
  177
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  177
- Treadwear
  178
- To Replace the Wiper Blades
  178
- Information about Tire Quality Grades
  178
- Servicing Your Tires
  179
- Traction a B C
  179
- Temperature a B C
  179
- Checking the Tire Pressure
  179
- Tire Rotation
  180
- Replacing the Tires
  181
- Using Snow Tires and Traction Devices
  182
- What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
  183
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  184
- Octane Recommendations
  184
- Fuel Quality
  185
- Cleaner Air
  185
- Calculating Fuel Economy
  185
- To Accurately Calculate Your Vehicle’s Fuel Economy
  185
- Emission Control System
  186
- Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
  187
- Exterior Bulbs
  187
- Replacing Exterior Bulbs
  187
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
  188
- To Remove the Headlamp Bulb
  188
- To Install the New Bulb
  189
- Bulb Specifications
  189
- Aiming the Headlamps
  190
- Horizontal Aim Adjustment
  191
- Vertical Aim Adjustment
  191
- Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
  192
- Washing Your Vehicle
  192
- Waxing Your Vehicle
  193
- Repairing Paint Chips
  193
- Cleaning the Engine
  193
- Cleaning the Wiper Blades
  195
- Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
  195
- Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
  195
- Cleaning the Wheels
  195
- Cleaning the Built-In Child Seat
  196
- Underbody
  196
- Cleaning Leather Seats
  196
- Woodtone Trim
  197
- Inside Windows
  197
- Cleaning Mirrors
  197
- Motorcraft Part Numbers
  198
Capacities and Specifications
198
- Refill Capacities
  199
- Lubricant Specifications
  201
- Engine Data
  203
- Vehicle Dimensions
  203
- Identifying Your Vehicle
  205
- Safety Compliance Label
  205
- Vehicle Identification Number
  205
- Engine Number
  205
Reporting Safety Defects
206
Index
207
Filling Station Information
211

Ford 1997 Explorer Owner's Manual (237 pages)

Ford Explorer 1997

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents
2
Introduction
3
Instrumentation
6
- Trip Odometer
  14
- Controls and Features
  21
Controls and Features
25
- Air Vents
  61
- Seating and Safety Restraints
  70
Seating and Safety Restraints
78
Starting
110
Starting the Engine
115
Driving
117
Roadside Emergencies
122
Roadside Emergencies
147
Maintenance and Care
165
Capacities and Specifications
222
Reporting Safety Defects
232
Index
233
Filling Station Information
237

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