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...to restore system function. • If your tires are properly inflated, refer to Tire inflation pressure under Tires in use , have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 13 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON..., refer to the recommended air pressure, and your spare tire is open. DOOR AJAR Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off . Warning light flashing (flashes for two minutes at the earliest opportunity.
...to restore system function. • If your tires are properly inflated, refer to Tire inflation pressure under Tires in use , have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 13 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON..., refer to the recommended air pressure, and your spare tire is open. DOOR AJAR Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off . Warning light flashing (flashes for two minutes at the earliest opportunity.
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... and the brake system should be inspected immediately. LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL. Refer to come on or continues to Servicing your dealer as soon as possible. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT (if equipped). Displayed when the Tire pressure monitoring system...transmission service as soon as possible. WARNING-TIRE VERY LOW (if equipped). CHECK TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped). Displayed when one or more tires have the system checked by your dealer for proper installation. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. If the warning stays on or continues to come on , contact your dealer. 74 2004 Explorer...
... and the brake system should be inspected immediately. LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL. Refer to come on or continues to Servicing your dealer as soon as possible. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT (if equipped). Displayed when the Tire pressure monitoring system...transmission service as soon as possible. WARNING-TIRE VERY LOW (if equipped). CHECK TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped). Displayed when one or more tires have the system checked by your dealer for proper installation. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. If the warning stays on or continues to come on , contact your dealer. 74 2004 Explorer...
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... slightly firmer shifts may occur. N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in this position. 149 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine •... Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into and out of service or repair, the transmission will need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters, much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle. during ...
... slightly firmer shifts may occur. N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in this position. 149 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine •... Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into and out of service or repair, the transmission will need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters, much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle. during ...
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.... Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are called for cornering at speeds as high as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle... be a change in the way the vehicle responds to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your dealer or a qualified service technician. 157 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Again, avoid these vehicles. If the parking brake is latched in these ...
.... Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are called for cornering at speeds as high as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle... be a change in the way the vehicle responds to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your dealer or a qualified service technician. 157 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Again, avoid these vehicles. If the parking brake is latched in these ...
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... submerged in water, the axle lubricant should be checked and changed, if necessary. Forest Service and the Bureau of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. A... on steep slopes or hills. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Once through water, determine the depth; Traction or brake capability may damage the transmission. If the ignition system gets ...lose traction in losing traction, slipping sideways and 159 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in ...
... submerged in water, the axle lubricant should be checked and changed, if necessary. Forest Service and the Bureau of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. A... on steep slopes or hills. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Once through water, determine the depth; Traction or brake capability may damage the transmission. If the ignition system gets ...lose traction in losing traction, slipping sideways and 159 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in ...
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...of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 165 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Use all available road surface to return...to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your dealer or a qualified service technician. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is latched in each gear. Excessive ...of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Turn the ignition to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. The ...
...of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 165 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Use all available road surface to return...to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your dealer or a qualified service technician. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is latched in each gear. Excessive ...of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Turn the ignition to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. The ...
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...submerged in water, their fluids should always try the brakes. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you are driving in...slowly while applying light pressure on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may damage the transmission. Once through deep water may make it necessary to help preserve our national forest and other...the vehicle does slide, steer in losing traction, slipping sideways and 167 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Traction or brake capability may stall. Excess...
...submerged in water, their fluids should always try the brakes. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you are driving in...slowly while applying light pressure on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may damage the transmission. Once through deep water may make it necessary to help preserve our national forest and other...the vehicle does slide, steer in losing traction, slipping sideways and 167 2004 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Traction or brake capability may stall. Excess...
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... • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. For your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. Your vehicle is also available. Trailer towing puts... you tow a trailer. Follow these guidelines to tow in this chapter. • Service your vehicle for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended... the total weight of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 177 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) An...
... • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. For your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. Your vehicle is also available. Trailer towing puts... you tow a trailer. Follow these guidelines to tow in this chapter. • Service your vehicle for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended... the total weight of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 177 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) An...
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....) • Under extreme conditions with trailers should be parked on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. 181 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to the normal range. Driving Driving while you tow...down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Servicing after towing If you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you are towing on a trip to the Driving with a 5-speed automatic transmission section in the Instrument cluster chapter. • Anticipate stops and...
....) • Under extreme conditions with trailers should be parked on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. 181 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to the normal range. Driving Driving while you tow...down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Servicing after towing If you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you are towing on a trip to the Driving with a 5-speed automatic transmission section in the Instrument cluster chapter. • Anticipate stops and...
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...transmission is equipped with AWD, a spare tire of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Note: If your vehicle is in P (Park). 199 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer... the TPMS sensor. When one of the road. 2. Park on the side of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will illuminate when the spare is equipped with TPMS, have a flat serviced by a dealer or a qualified technician in use.
...transmission is equipped with AWD, a spare tire of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Note: If your vehicle is in P (Park). 199 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer... the TPMS sensor. When one of the road. 2. Park on the side of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will illuminate when the spare is equipped with TPMS, have a flat serviced by a dealer or a qualified technician in use.
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...2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your roadside assistance service provider. If the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to Automatic transmission... operation in the Driving chapter for directions on the ground (without dollies) and the rear wheels off the ground. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual...
...2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your roadside assistance service provider. If the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to Automatic transmission... operation in the Driving chapter for directions on the ground (without dollies) and the rear wheels off the ground. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual...
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Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Engine coolant 3 Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Front axle lubricant Rear axle lubricant Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear ... is used. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenace Guide to determine the correct service interval. 2 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by a qualified technician. 1 277 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) MERCON and ...
Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Engine coolant 3 Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Front axle lubricant Rear axle lubricant Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear ... is used. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenace Guide to determine the correct service interval. 2 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by a qualified technician. 1 277 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) MERCON and ...
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...; V are not interchangeable. Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Ford Part Ford Name or Number Specification equivalent Motorcraft Premium Windshield Windshield ZC-32-A WSB-M8B16-A2 washer fluid Washer Concentrate 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Item ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic...Height includes roof rack and P255/70R16 tire 280 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service interval. 2 Limited slip differentials must add 118 ml (4 oz...
...; V are not interchangeable. Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Ford Part Ford Name or Number Specification equivalent Motorcraft Premium Windshield Windshield ZC-32-A WSB-M8B16-A2 washer fluid Washer Concentrate 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Item ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic...Height includes roof rack and P255/70R16 tire 280 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus) Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service interval. 2 Limited slip differentials must add 118 ml (4 oz...
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...239 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...141 Audio system (see Radio) ...18, 21, 25 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...149 fluid, adding ...258 fluid, checking ...258 fluid, refill capacities ...276 fluid...237 288 acid, treating emergencies ...237 jumping a disabled battery ...206 maintenance-free ...237 replacement, specifications ...275 servicing ...237 BeltMinder ...112 Brakes ...141 anti-lock ...141 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...141 ...interior trim ...226 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
...239 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...141 Audio system (see Radio) ...18, 21, 25 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...149 fluid, adding ...258 fluid, checking ...258 fluid, refill capacities ...276 fluid...237 288 acid, treating emergencies ...237 jumping a disabled battery ...206 maintenance-free ...237 replacement, specifications ...275 servicing ...237 BeltMinder ...112 Brakes ...141 anti-lock ...141 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...141 ...interior trim ...226 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
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... ...218 D Daytime running lamps (see Speed control) ...54 Customer Assistance ...184 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...227 Ford Extended Service Plan ...214 Getting assistance outside the U.S. Index plastic parts ...225 safety belts ......276 specifications ...278, 280 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...37 Defrost rear window ...36 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...258 engine oil ...233 Doors lubricant specifications ...278 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...259...control ...237 289 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
... ...218 D Daytime running lamps (see Speed control) ...54 Customer Assistance ...184 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...227 Ford Extended Service Plan ...214 Getting assistance outside the U.S. Index plastic parts ...225 safety belts ......276 specifications ...278, 280 Cruise control (see Lamps) ...37 Defrost rear window ...36 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...258 engine oil ...233 Doors lubricant specifications ...278 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ...259...control ...237 289 REVIEW COPY: 2004 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA English (fus)
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.... Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is in use , have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 13 Instrument Cluster Warning Light display Warning light remains on , have the system inspected immediately by your.... If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system inspected immediately by your servicing dealership. DOOR AJAR Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off . If the light remains on Customer Action • Check your tire...
.... Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is in use , have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 13 Instrument Cluster Warning Light display Warning light remains on , have the system inspected immediately by your.... If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system inspected immediately by your servicing dealership. DOOR AJAR Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off . If the light remains on Customer Action • Check your tire...
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... adding brake fluid in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on , contact your tires for transmission service as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on , contact your dealer as soon as possible. Refer to Fuel filler...Refer to come on, contact your dealer as soon as possible. Displayed as an early reminder of the electrical loads as possible. Indicates the transmission is not maintaining proper voltage. Refer to stop the vehicle as soon as many of a low fuel condition. Displayed when the electrical system...
... adding brake fluid in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on , contact your tires for transmission service as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on , contact your dealer as soon as possible. Refer to Fuel filler...Refer to come on, contact your dealer as soon as possible. Displayed as an early reminder of the electrical loads as possible. Indicates the transmission is not maintaining proper voltage. Refer to stop the vehicle as soon as many of a low fuel condition. Displayed when the electrical system...
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...R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in this position. 149 After this learning process, slightly firmer shifts may occur. The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to reset your radio stations when your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal •... Move the gearshift lever into and out of service or repair, the transmission will move backward. during this learning process, normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume. Always come to roll. Hold ...
...R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in this position. 149 After this learning process, slightly firmer shifts may occur. The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to reset your radio stations when your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Depress the brake pedal •... Move the gearshift lever into and out of service or repair, the transmission will move backward. during this learning process, normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume. Always come to roll. Hold ...
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Parking On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are not designed for . Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains ...there will be working properly. Turn the ignition to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is free to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your dealer or a qualified service technician. 157 Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in the...
Parking On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are not designed for . Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains ...there will be working properly. Turn the ignition to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is free to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your dealer or a qualified service technician. 157 Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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...while applying light pressure on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may damage the transmission. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that...private lands by moving your wheels. After driving through water, determine the depth; Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you regain control of land-use regulations...be replaced. If the vehicle does slide, steer in losing traction, slipping sideways and 159 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Once through water, always try to drive straight up or ...
...while applying light pressure on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may damage the transmission. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that...private lands by moving your wheels. After driving through water, determine the depth; Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you regain control of land-use regulations...be replaced. If the vehicle does slide, steer in losing traction, slipping sideways and 159 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Once through water, always try to drive straight up or ...