Ford Explorer 2005 Manuals

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Ford Explorer 2005 Owner's Manual (313 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 4 MB

Table of Contents
1
California Proposition 65 Warning
4
Introduction

4
Instrument Cluster

10
- Service Engine Soon
  10
- Warning and Control Lights
  10
  - Warning Lights and Chimes
    10
  - Anti-Lock Brake System
    11
  - Brake System Warning Light
    11
  - Check Fuel Cap
    11
  - Air Bag Readiness
    12
  - Charging System
    12
  - Low Tire Warning
    12
  - Safety Belt
    12
  - Advancetrac
    13
  - Door Ajar
    13
  - Four Wheel Drive Low
    13
  - Overdrive off
    13
- Gauges
  14
  - Headlamps on Warning Chime
    14
  - Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges
    14
  - Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges
    14
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
    15
  - Odometer
    15
  - Speedometer
    15
  - Trip Odometer
    15
  - Battery Voltage Gauge
    16
  - Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
    16
  - Tachometer
    16
  - Fuel Gauge
    17
Entertainment Systems

18
- AM/FM Stereo with CD
  18
Climate Controls

46
Lights

54
- Headlamp Control
  54
- Autolamp System
  54
- Foglamp Control (if Equipped)
  54
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if Equipped)
  55
- High Beams
  55
- Flash to Pass
  55
- Panel Dimmer Control
  56
- Aiming the Headlamps
  56
- Headlamp Aim Adjustment
  56
- Turn Signal Control
  57
- Interior Lamps
  58
- Dome/Reading Lamps
  58
- Cargo/Reading Lamps
  58
- Headlamp Condensation
  58
- Replacing the Interior Bulbs
  59
- Using the Right Bulbs
  59
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
  60
- Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal/Sidemarker Bulbs
  61
- Replacing Tail/Brake/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
  61
- Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
  62
- Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
  62
- Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulb
  62
Driver Controls

63
- Multi-Function Lever
  63
- Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
  63
- Windshield Wiper
  63
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  64
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  64
  - Tilt Steering Column
    64
  - Center Console
    65
  - Cell Phone Use
    66
  - Overhead Console (if Equipped)
    66
  - Rear Center Console Features (if Equipped)
    66
  - Installing a Garage Door Opener (if Equipped)
    67
  - Storage Compartment
    67
  - Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
    68
  - Illuminated Visor Mirror (if Equipped)
    68
  - Slide on Rod Feature
    68
  - Cigar/Cigarette Lighter (if Equipped)
    69
  - One Touch down
    69
- Power Windows
  69
  - Rear Auxiliary Power Point (if Equipped)
    69
  - Accessory Delay
    70
  - Heated Outside Mirrors
    70
  - Power Side View Mirrors
    70
  - Window Lock
    70
  - Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror
    71
  - Fold-Away Mirrors
    71
  - Power Adjustable Foot Pedals (if Equipped)
    71
  - Setting Speed Control
    72
  - Speed Control (if Equipped)
    72
  - Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
    73
  - Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
    73
  - Resuming a Set Speed
    73
  - Steering Wheel Controls (if Equipped)
    74
  - Turning off Speed Control
    74
  - Audio Control Features
    75
  - Climate Control Features
    76
  - Moon Roof (if Equipped)
    76
  - Homelink Wireless Control System (if Equipped)
    77
  - To Close the Moon Roof
    77
  - To Open the Moon Roof
    77
  - To Vent
    77
  - Programming
    78
  - Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
    80
  - Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
    80
  - Electronic Compass/Temperature Display (if Equipped)
    81
  - Erasing Homelink Buttons
    81
  - Outside Air Temperature
    81
  - Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
    81
  - Compass
    82
  - Compass Zone Adjustment
    82
  - Compass Calibration Adjustment
    83
  - Message Center (if Equipped)
    83
  - Compass Display
    84
  - Info Menu
    84
  - Reset
    84
  - Selectable Features
    84
  - Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
    85
  - Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
    86
  - Average Fuel Economy for FFV-Equipped Vehicles
    86
  - Distance to Empty (DTE)
    87
  - Distance to Empty for FFV-Equipped Vehicles
    87
  - Trip Elapsed Drive Time
    87
  - Autolamp Delay (if Equipped)
    88
  - Autolocks
    88
  - Easy Entry/Exit (if Equipped)
    88
  - Setup Menu
    88
  - Language
    89
  - Oil Change
    89
  - System Check
    89
  - Units (English/Metric)
    89
  - System Warnings
    90
  - Check Engine Temperature
    91
  - Check Transmission
    91
  - Transmission Overheated
    91
  - Positive Retention Floor Mat
    95
  - Rear Liftgate
    95
  - 7 Passenger Stowage
    96
  - Cargo Cover (if Equipped)
    96
  - Cargo Management System
    96
  - 5 Passenger Stowage
    97
  - Luggage Rack
    97
Locks and Security

98
- Keys
  98
  - Power Door Locks
    98
  - Liftgate
    98
  - Remote Entry System
    99
  - Childproof Door Locks
    99
  - Unlocking the Doors
    100
  - Locking the Doors/Liftgate
    100
- Anti-Theft System
  100
  - Opening the Liftgate Window
    101
  - Sounding a Panic Alarm
    101
  - Memory Seats/Adjustable Pedals/Easy Entry-Exit Feature
    101
  - Activating the Memory Seat Feature
    101
  - Deactivating the Memory Seat Feature
    102
  - Replacing the Battery
    102
  - Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
    103
  - How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
    103
  - Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)
    104
  - Illuminated Entry
    104
  - Programming a Personal Entry Code
    105
  - Erasing Personal Code
    105
  - Anti-Scan Feature
    105
  - Unlocking and Locking the Doors, Liftgate and Liftgate Window Using Keyless Entry
    105
  - Autolock
    106
  - Deactivating/Activating Autolock
    106
  - Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure
    107
  - Keyless Entry Key Pad Procedure
    107
  - Message Center Procedure
    107
  - Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
    108
  - Theft Indicator
    108
  - Automatic Arming
    109
  - Automatic Disarming
    109
  - Replacement Keys
    109
  - Programming Spare Keys
    109
  - Adjustable Head Restraints
    111
Seating and Safety Restraints

111
Tires, Wheels and Loading

156
- 4Wd and Awd Systems (if Equipped)
  156
- Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
  156
- Vehicle Characteristics
  156
- How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
  157
- Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
  158
- Treadwear
  158
- U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire Quality Grades: the U.S.
  158
- Glossary of Tire Terminology
  159
- Temperature a B C
  159
- Traction AA a B C
  159
- Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires
  160
- Tire Inflation
  160
  - Inflating Your Tires
    161
  - Inspecting Your Tires
    161
  - Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Is the Tire Manufactures
    162
  - Tire Replacement Requirements
    163
  - Changing the Tires
    164
  - Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information (if Equipped)
    165
  - Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
    166
  - Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
    167
  - Removing the Jack and Tools
    167
  - Removing the Spare Tire
    168
  - Changing the Spare Tire
    169
  - Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
    171
  - Re-Stowing the Jack and Tools
    172
  - Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
    172
  - Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
    173
  - Information on “P” Type Tires
    173
  - Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
    176
  - Information on “T” Type Tires
    177
  - Location of the Safety Compliance Certification Label
    177
  - Tire Care
    178
  - Tire Wear
    178
  - Highway Hazards
    179
  - Safety Practices
    179
  - Tire and Wheel Alignment
    179
  - Tire Rotation
    180
  - Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
    181
  - Changing Tires with Tpms
    182
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)(if Equipped)
    182
  - Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
    183
  - When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
    183
  - When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
    183
  - When Inflating Your Tires
    184
  - How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
    185
  - Using Snow Tires and Traction Devices
    186
  - Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
    186
  - Base Curb Weight
    187
  - Payload
    187
  - Vehicle Curb Weight
    187
  - Cargo Weight
    188
  - GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
    189
  - GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
    189
  - GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
    189
  - GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
    190
  - GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
    190
  - GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
    190
  - Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
    190
  - Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
    191
  - Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight
    191
  - Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
    193
  - Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
    193
- Trailer Towing
  193
  - Hitches
    196
  - Preparing to Tow
    196
  - Safety Chains
    196
  - Trailer Brakes
    196
  - Driving While You Tow
    197
  - Servicing after Towing
    197
  - Trailer Lamps
    197
  - Launching or Retrieving a Boat
    198
  - Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
    198
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    198
  - 4X4 Vehicles with Electronic Shift Transfer Case
    199
  - Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) 4X2 Vehicles
    199
Driving

200
- Starting
  200
- Brakes
  203
  - Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    204
  - ABS Warning Lamp
    204
  - Brake Assist (if Equipped as Part of the Advancetrac System)
    204
  - Parking Brake
    205
  - Advancetrac with Roll Stability Control (Rsc) Stability Enhancement System (if Equipped)
    206
  - Roll Stability Control System (if Equipped)
    207
  - Steering
    209
  - Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
    209
  - Automatic Transmission Operation
    210
  - Brake-Shift Interlock
    210
  - Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
    212
  - Reverse Sensing System (if Equipped)
    214
  - Forced Downshifts
    214
  - If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
    214
  - Limited-Slip Axle (if Equipped)
    216
  - Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Operation (if Equipped)
    216
  - System Indicator Lights
    216
  - Using the Control Trac 4WD System
    217
  - Shifting To/From 4X4 LOW (4WD Low)
    217
  - Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
    218
  - Basic Operating Principles
    218
  - If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
    218
  - If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
    219
  - Emergency Maneuvers
    219
  - Parking
    220
  - 4WD Systems
    221
  - Normal Characteristics
    221
  - Mud and Water
    222
  - Driving through Deep Water May Damage the Transmission
    222
  - Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
    222
  - Driving on Snow and Ice
    224
  - Maintenance and Modifications
    224
  - Driving through Water
    225
Roadside Emergencies

226
- Getting Roadside Assistance
  226
- Using Roadside Assistance
  226
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  227
- Hazard Flasher Switch
  227
- Fuses and Relays
  228
  - Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
    229
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
    230
  - Fuses Codes
    231
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel (Top Side)
    233
  - Power Distribution Box
    234
  - High-Current Fuses
    235
  - Relay Codes
    238
  - Jump Starting Your Vehicle
    239
  - Auxiliary Relay Box (Vehicles Equipped with 4X4)
    239
  - Preparing Your Vehicle
    240
  - Connecting the Jumper Cables
    240
  - Removing the Jumper Cables
    242
- Wrecker Towing
  245
Customer Assistance

246
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
  254
Cleaning

255
- Washing the Exterior
  255
- Waxing
  255
- Paint Chips
  256
- Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
  256
- Engine
  256
- Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
  257
- 4.0L SOHC V6 Engine
  257
- 4.6L V8 Engine
  257
- Windows and Wiper Blades
  258
- Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
  258
- Interior Trim
  258
- Interior
  259
- Leather Seats (if Equipped)
  259
- Underbody
  259
- Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
  260
- Service Recommendations
  261
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  261
- Working with the Engine off
  261
- Working with the Engine on
  261
Maintenance and Specifications

261
- Opening the Hood
  262
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  263
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
  265
- Checking the Engine Oil
  265
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  265
- Adding Engine Oil
  268
- Engine Oil Recommendations
  269
- Battery
  271
  - Checking Engine Coolant
    273
  - Adding Engine Coolant
    274
  - Recycled Engine Coolant
    276
  - Coolant Refill Capacity
    277
  - Severe Climates
    277
  - How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
    278
  - What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
    278
  - When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
    278
- Fuel Information
  279
  - What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
    279
  - Choosing the Right Fuel
    281
  - Refueling
    281
  - FFV Engine (if Equipped)
    282
  - Fuel Quality
    282
  - Octane Recommendations
    282
  - Unleaded Gasoline Engines
    282
  - Cleaner Air
    283
  - Fuel Filler Cap
    283
  - Running out of Fuel
    283
  - Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
    284
  - Fuel Filter
    284
  - Measuring Techniques
    284
  - Calculating Fuel Economy
    285
  - Filling the Tank
    285
  - Filling the Tank for FFV Equipped Vehicles
    285
  - Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
    286
  - Habits
    286
  - Conditions
    287
  - EPA Window Sticker
    287
  - Flex Fuel (E-85) Cruising Range
    287
  - Maintenance
    287
  - Emission Control System
    288
  - On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
    289
  - Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
    289
  - Power Steering Fluid
    290
  - Brake Fluid
    291
  - Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
    291
  - Air Filter
    292
  - Changing the Air Filter Element
    292
  - Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
    293
  - Transfer Case Fluid (if Equipped)
    293
  - Motorcraft Part Numbers
    294
- Refill Capacities
  295
- Lubricant Specifications
  297
  - Engine Data
    299
  - Vehicle Dimensions
    300
  - Certification Label
    301
  - Identifying Your Vehicle
    301
  - Engine Number
    302
  - Vehicle Identification Number
    302
  - Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
    303
  - Exterior Style
    304
  - Genuine Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle
    304
Index

307

Ford Explorer 2005 Owner's Manual (664 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 9 MB

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2
- Table of Contents
  2
- Mantenimiento y Especificaciones
  3
- Grupo de Instrumentos
  12
- Indicadores
  17
- Sistemas de Audio
  21
- Controles de Temperatura Interior
  53
- Sistema de Luces
  61
- Controles del Conductor
  70
- Espejos
  78
- Control de Velocidad
  79
- Centro de Mensajes
  92
- Seguridad y Seguros
  109
- Sistema Antirrobo
  118
- Asientos y Sistemas de Seguridad
  
  123
  - Asientos
    123
  - Sistemas de Seguridad
    135
  - Bolsas de Aire
    159
  - Asientos de Seguridad para Niños
    163
- Llantas, Ruedas y Carga
  
  174
  - Inflado de Llantas
    180
  - Cambio de las Llantas
    184
  - Torsión de Tuercas de Seguridad
    192
  - Sistema de Monitoreo de Presión de las Llantas (TPMS)
    203
  - Carga del Vehículo
    209
  - Remolque Vacacional
    222
- Manejo
  
  224
  - Arranque
    224
  - Frenos
    228
  - Funcionamiento de la Transmisión
    235
- Emergencias en el Camino
  
  253
  - Asistencia en el Camino
    254
  - Interruptor de Corte de Bomba de Combustible
    255
  - Fusibles y Relevadores
    256
  - Arranque con Cables Pasacorriente
    271
  - Remolque con Grúa de Auxilio
    274
- Asistencia al Cliente
  
  276
- Limpieza
  
  286
- Mantenimiento y Especificaciones
  
  293
  - Compartimiento del Motor
    295
  - Aceite del Motor
    298
  - Batería
    303
  - Líquido Refrigerante del Motor
    305
  - Filtro(S) de Aire
    326
  - Números de Refacción
    329
  - Capacidades de Llenado
    330
- Accesorios
  
  340
- Índice
  
  343
  - Especificaciones del Lubricante
    345
  - Remolque de Trailer
    348
English

353
- Introduction
  
  356
- Instrument Cluster
  
  362
  - Gauges
    366
- Entertainment Systems
  
  370
- Climate Controls
  
  398
  - Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
    398
  - Rear Window Defroster
    405
- Lights
  
  406
- Driver Controls
  
  415
  - Power Windows
    421
  - Mirrors
    422
  - Speed Control
    424
  - Message Center
    435
- Locks and Security
  
  450
  - Keys
    450
  - Locks
    450
- Seating and Safety Restraints
  
  463
  - Seating
    463
  - Safety Restraints
    474
  - Airbags
    490
- Tires, Wheels and Loading
  
  508
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
    535
  - Trailer Towing
    545
  - Recreational Towing
    550
- Driving
  
  552
  - Starting
    552
  - Brakes
    555
  - Transmission Operation
    562
- Roadside Emergencies
  
  578
  - Getting Roadside Assistance
    578
  - Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
    579
  - Fuses and Relays
    580
  - Jump Starting
    594
  - Wrecker Towing
    597
- Customer Assistance
  
  598
  - Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
    606
- Cleaning
  
  607
- Maintenance and Specifications
  
  613
  - Engine Oil
    617
  - Battery
    623
  - Engine Coolant
    625
  - Air Filter(S)
    644
  - Refill Capacities
    647
  - Lubricant Specifications
    649
- Accessories
  
  656
- Index
  
  659

Ford Explorer 2005 User Manual (264 pages)

2005 Explorer Ford

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

Table of Contents
1
Introduction

4
- Vehicle Symbol Glossary
  8
Instrument Cluster

10
- Warning and Control Lights
  10
- The Check Engine
  10
- Gauges
  13
Entertainment Systems

16
Climate Controls

48
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
  48
Lights

50
Driver Controls

58
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
  58
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  59
- Power Windows
  63
- Mirrors
  66
- Speed Control
  67
Locks and Security

79
- Keys
  79
- Locks
  79
- Anti-Theft System
  86
Seating and Safety Restraints

90
- Seating
  90
- Safety Restraints
  96
- Airbags
  108
- Child Restraints
  115
Tires, Wheels and Loading

129
- Tire Information
  131
- Tire Inflation
  133
- Changing Tires
  136
- Lug Nut Torque
  144
- Vehicle Loading
  154
- Trailer Towing
  161
- Recreational Towing
  165
Driving

167
- Starting
  167
- Brakes
  171
- Transmission Operation
  174
Roadside Emergencies

186
- Getting Roadside Assistance
  186
- Hazard Flasher Switch
  187
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  187
- Fuses and Relays
  188
- Jump Starting
  195
- Wrecker Towing
  200
Customer Assistance

201
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
  209
Cleaning

210
Maintenance and Specifications

216
- Hood
  217
- Engine Compartment
  217
- Engine Oil
  218
- Battery
  222
- Fuel Information
  229
- Air Filter(S)
  242
- Part Numbers
  243
- Refill Capacities
  244
- Lubricant Specifications
  246
- Accessories
  252

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Ford Explorer 2005 Owner's Manual (664 pages)

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Asientos y Sistemas de Seguridad

Llantas, Ruedas y Carga

Manejo

Emergencias en el Camino

Asistencia al Cliente

Limpieza

Mantenimiento y Especificaciones

Accesorios

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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

Index

Ford Explorer 2005 User Manual (264 pages)

Table of Contents

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Entertainment Systems

Climate Controls

Lights

Driver Controls

Locks and Security

Seating and Safety Restraints

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Driving

Roadside Emergencies

Customer Assistance

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