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4.0L
SOHC
5.
Be
sure
that
the
cables
are
clear
of
fan
blades,
belts
and
other
moving
parts
of
both
engines.
Jump
starting
1.
Start
the
engine
of
the
booster
vehicle
and
run
the
engine
at
moderately
increased
speed.
2.
Start
the
engine
of
the
disabled
vehicle.
3.
Once
the
disabled
vehicle
has
been
started,
run
both
engines
for
a
further
three
minutes
before
disconnecting
the
jumper
cables.
+
–
+
–
Roadside
emergencies
195
194
196
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
2
Icons
2
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
2
Warnings
2
Information about this Guide
3
Using Your Vehicle as a Snowplow
3
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
3
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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Brand
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Model
1999 Explorer
Category
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Language
English
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