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Ford 1999 Explorer Owner's Manual

Ford 1999 Explorer Owner's Manual (265 pages)

Ford Motor Company 1999 Ford Explorer Owner's Guide

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 1.92 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Introduction
2
Instrumentation
4
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  6
- Check Engine
  6
- Light Turns on Solid
  6
- Air Bag Readiness
  7
- Fuel Reset
  7
- Light Is Blinking
  7
- Safety Belt
  8
- Brake System Warning
  8
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
  8
- Turn Signal
  8
- High Beams
  9
- Anti-Theft System
  9
- Charging System
  9
- Check Gauge
  9
- O/D off
  10
- Check Air Suspension
  10
- Door Ajar
  10
- Four Wheel Drive High
  10
- Headlamps on Warning Chime
  11
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
  11
- Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
  11
- Safety Belt Warning Chime
  11
- Speedometer
  12
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  12
- Trip Odometer
  13
- Tachometer
  13
- Battery Voltage Gauge
  14
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
  14
- Fuel Gauge
  14
- English/Metric Display
  15
- Fuel Range
  15
- Selectable Features
  15
- Message Center
  15
- Fuel Status
  16
- Fuel Economy
  16
- Reset
  16
- System Check
  17
- Operating the Message Center During System Check
  17
- Oil Change Reset
  18
- Headlamp Control
  19
- Foglamp Control
  19
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
  19
Controls and Features
19
- Climate Control System
  20
- Fan Speed Control
  20
- Panel Dimmer Control
  20
- Flash to Pass
  20
- Temperature Control Knob
  21
- Mode Selector Control
  21
- Operating Tips
  22
- Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) System
  23
- Turning the EATC on
  23
- Turning the EATC off
  24
- Automatic Operation
  24
- Temperature Selection
  24
- Temperature Conversion
  25
- Fan Speed
  25
- To Return to Automatic Fan Operation
  26
- Manual Override Controls
  26
- Rear Fan off
  27
- Rear Console Climate Controls
  29
- Rear Window Defroster
  30
- 4Wd Control
  31
- Reverse Sensing System
  31
- Using Your Audio System
  33
- AM/FM Stereo Cassette
  33
- Volume/Power Control
  33
- AM/FM Select
  34
- AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
  34
- AM/FM Select in Tape Mode
  34
- Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
  34
- Radio Station Memory Preset
  35
- Scan Function in Radio Mode
  35
- Scan Function
  35
- Seek Function in Radio Mode
  35
- Bass Adjust
  36
- Treble Adjust
  36
- Speaker Balance Adjust
  36
- Speaker Fade Adjust
  36
- Tape Select
  37
- Automatic Music Search
  37
- Rewind
  37
- Fast Forward
  37
- Tape Direction Select
  38
- Eject Function
  38
- Dolby Noise Reduction
  38
- Setting the Clock
  38
- AM/FM Stereo / Single CD Radio
  40
- Setting Memory Preset Stations
  42
- CD Select
  44
- Compression Feature
  44
- Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD/Premium Sound
  46
- Tune Adjust for CD Changer
  48
- Seek Function for CD or CD Changer
  49
- Scan Function in CD or CD Changer Mode
  49
- Mute Mode
  56
- Rear Seat Controls
  56
- Adjusting the Volume
  57
- Turning the Speakers on and off
  58
- Using Headphones
  58
- Mode Select
  58
- Memory Preset Control
  59
- Seek Function
  59
- MACH Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
  60
- RDS Traffic Announcement
  70
- RDS Select Program Type
  70
- RDS Show
  71
- Troubleshooting the CD Changer
  77
- Cleaning Compact Discs
  77
- CD and CD Changer Care
  77
- If Sound Skips
  77
- Radio Frequency Information
  78
- Radio Reception Factors
  78
- Cassette and Cassette Player Care
  78
- Cleaning Cassette Player
  78
- Turn Signal Control
  79
- Positions of the Ignition
  79
- Speed Control
  80
- To Turn Speed Control on
  80
- To Turn Speed Control off
  80
- To Set a Speed
  81
- To Set a Higher Set Speed
  81
- To Set a Lower Set Speed
  82
- To Disengage Speed Control
  83
- To Return to a Previously Set Speed
  84
- Indicator Light
  84
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
  85
- Tilt Steering Wheel
  85
- Hazard Flasher
  85
- Steering Wheel Controls
  86
- Speed Dependent Wipers
  86
- Rear Window Wiper and Washer
  86
- Overhead Console
  87
- Radio Control Features
  87
- Climate Control Features
  87
- Storage Compartment
  88
- Installing a Garage Door Opener
  88
- To Close the Moon Roof
  89
- To Vent
  89
- To Open the Moon Roof
  89
- Moon Roof
  89
- Electronic Compass/Temperature Display
  90
- Outside Air Temperature
  90
- Compass
  90
- Compass Zone Adjustment
  91
- Compass Calibration Adjustment
  92
- Homelink Universal Transceiver with Travelnote
  92
- Programming
  93
- Canadian Programming
  93
- Operating the Homelink Universal Transceiver
  94
- Rolling Code Programming
  94
- Erasing Homelink Buttons
  95
- Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
  95
- Operating Travelnote
  95
- To Delete a Message
  96
- To Record a Message
  96
- To Play a Message
  96
- Autolamp Delay System
  97
- Setting Autolamp
  97
- Power Windows
  98
- Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror
  98
- Power Door Locks
  99
- One Touch down
  99
- Window Lock
  99
- Childproof Door Locks
  100
- Power Side View Mirrors
  100
- To Adjust Your Mirrors
  100
- Heated Outside Mirrors
  101
- Center Console
  101
- Center Armrest/Rear Cupholder
  102
- Auxiliary Power Point
  102
- Rear Console Features
  102
- Positive Retention Floor Mat
  103
- To Install Floor Mats
  103
- Rear Liftgate
  103
- Cargo Cover
  104
- To Install the Shade
  104
- Rewinding the Shade
  104
- Remote Entry System
  105
- Unlocking the Doors
  106
- Locking the Doors
  106
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  106
- Memory Seat Feature
  107
- Replacing the Battery
  108
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  109
- Illuminated Entry
  109
- Autolock
  109
- Deactivating Autolock
  110
- To Reactivate Autolock
  110
- Keyless Entry System
  111
- Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
  111
- Erasing Personal Code
  112
- Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
  112
- Locking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
  112
- Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
  113
- Theft Indicator
  113
- Procedure to Program Spare Securilock Keys to Your Vehicle
  114
- Programming Spare Securilock Keys
  114
- Adjustable Head Restraints
  116
- Using the Manual Lumbar Support
  116
Seating and Safety Restraints
116
- Adjusting the Front Power Seat
  117
- Rear Seats
  118
- Memory Seats
  118
- Using the Power Lumbar Support
  118
- Head Restraints
  118
- Folding Rear Seats
  119
- Safety Restraints
  120
- Safety Restraints Precautions
  120
- To Return the Seat to the Upright Position
  120
- Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
  121
- Vehicle Sensitive Mode
  122
- Automatic Locking Mode
  122
- How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
  123
- Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
  124
- Safety Belt Extension Assembly
  125
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
  125
- Conditions of Operation
  125
- Safety Belt Maintenance
  126
- Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
  126
- Important Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
  127
- Children and Air Bags
  128
- How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
  128
- Determining if the System Is Operational
  130
- Side Air Bag System
  130
- How Does the Side Air Bag System Work?
  131
- Safety Restraints for Children
  133
- Important Child Restraint Precautions
  133
- Children and Safety Belts
  133
- Safety Seats for Children
  134
- Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
  134
- When Installing a Child Safety Seat
  135
- Attaching Safety Seats with Tether Straps
  138
- Tether Anchorage Hardware
  138
- Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
  140
- Important Safety Precautions
  140
- Before Starting the Vehicle
  140
Starting
140
- If Starting a Vehicle with an Automatic Transmission
  141
- If Starting a Vehicle with a Manual Transmission
  141
- Starting the Engine
  142
- Using the Engine Block Heater
  143
- Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
  143
- Important Ventilating Information
  144
- Brakes
  145
Driving
145
- ABS Warning Lamp
  146
- Using ABS
  146
- Parking Brake
  146
- Steering
  147
- Air Suspension System
  148
- Brake-Shift Interlock
  149
- Transmission Operation
  149
- Automatic Transmission Operation
  149
- Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission
  150
- Understanding Gearshift Positions
  150
- Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
  152
- Forced Downshifts
  154
- Driving a Manual Transmission
  154
- Using the Clutch
  154
- Parking
  155
- Recommended Shift Speeds
  156
- Upshifts When Accelerating (for Best Fuel Economy)
  156
- Reverse
  156
- Positions of the Control-Trac System
  157
- Control-Trac Automatic Four-Wheel Drive System
  157
- Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Operation
  157
- Using the Control-Trac System
  159
- Shifting between 4WD AUTO and 4WD HIGH
  159
- Shifting from 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH to 4WD LOW
  159
- Shifting from 4WD LOW to 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH
  159
- Driving Off-Road with 4WD
  160
- If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
  160
- Sand
  160
- Mud and Water
  160
- Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
  161
- Driving on Snow and Ice
  162
- All Wheel Drive (Awd) System
  162
- Driving Off-Road with AWD
  162
- Traction-Lok Axle
  165
- Vehicle Loading
  165
- Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
  166
- Maximum Trailer Weight
  166
- Trailer Weight Range
  166
- Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
  167
- Driving through Water
  167
- Trailer Towing
  168
- Trailer Towing Table
  169
- Safety Chains
  174
- Trailer Brakes
  174
- Trailer Lamps
  174
- Using a Step Bumper
  174
- Trailer Towing Tips
  175
- Servicing after Towing
  175
- Driving While You Tow
  175
- Launching or Retrieving a Boat
  176
- Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
  176
- Luggage Rack
  177
- To Adjust Cross-Bar Position
  177
- To Reinstall the Cross-Bar Assembly to the Roof Rack Side Rails
  177
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  178
Roadside Emergencies
178
- Fuses
  179
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
  180
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
  181
- To Remove a Fuse
  181
- Power Distribution Box
  184
- High-Current Fuses
  185
- Changing the Tires
  187
- Spare Tire Information
  187
- Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
  187
- Removing the Spare Tire
  188
- Stowing the Spare
  188
- Tire Change Procedure
  188
- Jump Starting Your Vehicle
  192
- Preparing Your Vehicle
  192
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  193
- Jump Starting
  195
- Removing the Jumper Cables
  196
- Wrecker Towing
  198
- Working with the Engine off
  200
- Service Recommendations
  200
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  200
Maintenance and Care
200
- Working with the Engine on
  201
- Opening the Hood
  201
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  203
- 4.0L OHV V6 Engine
  203
- 4.0L SOHC V6 Engine
  204
- 5.0L V8 Engine
  205
- Engine Oil
  205
- Checking the Engine Oil
  205
- Adding Engine Oil
  207
- Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
  207
- If the Oil Level Is below
  207
- Capacities and Specifications
  208
- Brake Fluid
  208
- Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
  208
- Clutch Fluid
  209
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  210
- Engine Coolant
  210
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
  210
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
  210
- Adding Engine Coolant
  211
- Recycled Engine Coolant
  212
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  213
- Coolant Refill Capacity
  213
- Severe Winter Climate
  213
- Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
  215
- Transmission Fluid
  215
- High Fluid Level
  216
- Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
  216
- Correct Fluid Level
  216
- Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
  217
- Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
  218
- Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
  219
- Battery
  219
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  221
- Checking the Wiper Blades
  221
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  222
- To Replace the Wiper Blades
  222
- Information about Tire Quality Grades
  222
- Temperature a B C
  223
- Treadwear
  223
- Traction AA a B C
  223
- Servicing Your Tires
  224
- Checking the Tire Pressure
  224
- Tire Rotation
  224
- Replacing the Tires
  225
- Using Snow Tires and Traction Devices
  226
- What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
  227
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  228
- Octane Recommendations
  229
- Fuel Quality
  229
- Cleaner Air
  229
- When Fueling Your Vehicle
  230
- Fuel Filler Cap
  230
- Running out of Fuel
  230
- Fuel Filter
  231
- Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
  231
- Measuring Techniques
  231
- Filling the Tank
  232
- Calculating Fuel Economy
  232
- Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
  232
- Habits
  233
- Maintenance
  233
- Conditions
  234
- EPA Window Sticker
  234
- Emission Control System
  234
- Replacing Exterior Bulbs
  236
- Exterior Bulbs
  236
- Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
  236
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
  237
- To Install the New Bulb
  238
- Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
  238
- Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup Lamp Bulbs
  239
- Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
  239
- License Plate Lamp Bulbs
  240
- High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
  240
- Using the Right Bulbs
  240
- Aiming the Headlamps
  241
- Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
  241
- Washing Your Vehicle
  241
- Cleaning the Engine
  242
- Repairing Paint Chips
  242
- Waxing Your Vehicle
  242
- Underbody
  244
- Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
  244
- Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
  244
- Cleaning the Wheels
  244
- Cleaning the Wiper Blades and Windshield
  245
- Cleaning Seats Equipped with Side Air Bags
  245
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel
  245
- Cleaning the Overhead Console
  245
- Cleaning the Interior Fabric
  246
- Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
  246
- Cleaning Leather Seats
  246
- Woodtone Trim
  246
- Refill Capacities
  247
- Motorcraft Part Numbers
  247
Capacities and Specifications
247
- Lubricant Specifications
  250
- Engine Data
  252
- Vehicle Dimensions
  252
- Identifying Your Vehicle
  254
- Safety Compliance Label
  254
- Vehicle Identification Number
  255
- Engine Number
  255
Reporting Safety Defects
256
Index
257
Filling Station Information
263

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