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AUXILIARY
POWER
POINT
The
power
point
is
an
additional
power
source
for
electrical
accessories.
•
W
ith
full
console.
•
W
ithout
full
console.
Power
outlets
are
designed
for
accessory
plugs
only
.
Do
not
hang
any
type
of
accessory
or
accessory
bracket
from
the
plug.
Improper
use
of
the
power
outlet
can
cause
damage
not
covered
by
your
warranty
.
Controls
and
features
72
71
73
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
2
Icons
2
Warnings
3
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
3
Information about this Guide
3
Special Notices
4
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles
5
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
6
Instrumentation
8
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Check Engine
10
Check Fuel Cap
11
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
12
Safety Belt
12
Brake System Warning
12
Air Bag Readiness
12
Turn Signal
13
Anti-Theft System
13
Charging System
13
Check Gage
13
Four Wheel Drive Low
14
Four Wheel Drive High
14
Door Ajar
14
O/D off
14
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
15
Belt Minder Chime
15
Safety Belt Warning Chime
15
Speed Control
15
Gauges
16
Speedometer
16
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
17
Odometer
17
Trip Odometer
17
Tachometer
18
Battery Voltage Gauge
18
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
18
Fuel Gauge
19
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
20
Headlamp Control
20
Foglamp Control
20
Controls and Features
20
Panel Dimmer Control
21
High Beams
21
Flash to Pass
21
Climate Control System
22
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System (if Equipped)
22
Fan Speed Control
22
Mode Selector Control
22
Operating Tips
23
Rear Console Climate Controls
25
Rear Window Defroster
26
4WD Control
27
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
27
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
28
Volume/Power Control
28
Using Your Audio System
28
AM/FM Select
29
Tune Adjust
29
Seek Function
29
Scan Function
30
Radio Station Memory Preset
30
Setting Memory Preset Stations
31
Autoset Memory Preset
31
Starting Autoset Memory Preset
31
Speaker Balance Adjust
32
Bass Adjust
32
Treble Adjust
32
Speaker Fade Adjust
33
Tape/CD Select
33
Rewind
34
Fast Forward
34
Tape Direction Select
34
Eject Function
34
Dolby Noise Reduction
35
Compression Adjust
35
Shuffle Feature
35
Setting the Clock
35
Mute Mode
37
AM/FM Stereo in Dash Six CD Radio for Pioneer Sound System
37
Autostore
40
Starting Autostore
41
CD Select
41
Display Description
42
Load
42
Auto Load
42
Eject
43
Auto Eject
43
Compression Feature
44
Menu Mode
46
RDS Traffic Scan Feature
47
RDS Traffic Seek Feature
47
Traffic Announcements
47
Radio Data System (RDS) Feature
48
Program Type
48
Show
49
Digital Signal Processing
49
Rear Seat Controls
51
Adjusting the Volume
52
Turning the Speakers on and off
52
Using Headphones
52
Mode Select
53
Memory Preset Control
53
Cleaning Cassette Player
54
CD and CD Changer Care
54
Cleaning Compact Discs
54
Radio Frequency Information
55
Radio Reception Factors
55
Turn Signal Control
56
Positions of the Ignition
56
To Turn Speed Control On/Off
57
To Set a Speed
58
To Set a Higher Set Speed
59
To Set a Lower Set Speed
59
To Disengage Speed Control
60
Indicator Light
61
To Return to a Previously Set Speed
61
Hazard Flasher
62
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
62
Tilt Steering Wheel
62
Overdrive Control
63
Speed Dependent Wipers
63
Activating Overdrive
63
Deactivating Overdrive
63
Overhead Console
64
Storage Compartment
64
Installing a Garage Door Opener
64
To Close the Moon Roof
65
To Vent
65
To Open the Moon Roof
65
Moon Roof
65
Electronic Compass/Temperature Display
66
Outside Air Temperature
66
Compass
66
Compass Zone Adjustment
67
Compass Calibration Adjustment
68
Interior Lamps
68
Courtesy/Reading Lamps
68
Power Windows
69
One Touch down
69
To Adjust Your Mirrors
70
Power Side View Mirrors
70
Power Door Locks
70
Center Console
71
Fold-Away Mirrors
71
Auxiliary Power Point
72
Positive Retention Floor Mat
73
Rear Liftgate
73
Cargo Cover
74
Rewinding the Shade
74
Remote Entry System
75
Unlocking the Doors
76
Locking the Doors
76
Sounding a Panic Alarm
77
Replacing the Battery
77
Replacing Lost Transmitters
78
Programming Remote Transmitters
78
Keyless Entry System
79
Illuminated Entry
79
Power Door Trim Switch Inhibit
79
Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
80
Erasing Personal Code
80
Anti-Scan Feature
81
Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
81
Locking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
81
Autolock
82
Deactivating Autolock
82
Automatic Disarming
83
Automatic Arming
83
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
83
Key Information
84
Programming Spare Keys
85
Front Seats
87
Adjustable Head Restraints
87
Seating and Safety Restraints
87
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
88
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
89
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
90
Tip Slide
90
To Operate the Feature
90
Rear Seats
91
Folding Rear Seats
92
Safety Restraints Precautions
93
Energy Management Feature
94
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
95
Automatic Locking Mode
95
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
95
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
96
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
97
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
98
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
98
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
98
Conditions of Operation
99
Belt Minder
99
One Time Disable
101
Deactivating/Activating the Belt Minder Feature
101
Safety Belt Maintenance
102
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System
103
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions
103
Children and Air Bags
105
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
106
The SRS Consists of
107
Determining if the System Is Operational
108
Side Air Bag System
109
How Does the Side Air Bag System Work?
110
Children and Safety Belts
112
Safety Restraints for Children
112
Important Child Restraint Precautions
112
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
112
Safety Seats for Children
113
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
113
When Installing a Child Safety Seat
114
Installing Child Safety Seats in Combination Lap/Shoulder Belt
115
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
117
The Tether Strap Anchors in Vehicle Are in the Following Positions
118
Preparing to Start
120
Important Safety Precautions
120
Before Starting the Vehicle
120
Starting
120
Starting the Engine
122
Cold Weather Starting
122
Using the Engine Block Heater
123
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
124
Important Ventilating Information
124
Brakes
125
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
125
Driving
125
ABS Warning Lamp
126
Using ABS
126
Parking Brake
126
Steering
127
Preparing to Drive Vehicle
128
Traction-Lok Axle
128
Automatic Transmission Operation
129
Brake-Shift Interlock
129
Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
130
Understanding Gearshift Positions
131
Driving a Manual Transmission
133
Forced Downshifts
133
Using the Clutch
133
Recommended Shift Speeds
134
Reverse
134
Parking
134
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Operation
135
4WD System Indicator Lights
136
Using the Electronic Shift 4WD System
136
Shifting from 4X4 HIGH to 2WD
137
Shifting from 2WD to 4X4 LOW
137
Shifting from 4X4 LOW to 2WD
137
Shifting between 4X4 HIGH and 4X4 LOW
138
Driving Off-Road with 4WD
138
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
139
Sand
139
Mud and Water
139
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
140
Driving on Snow and Ice
140
Vehicle Loading
141
Loading Instructions for Pickup Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
142
Driving through Water
143
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
143
Trailer Towing
143
4X2 W/Automatic Transmission
144
4X2 W/Manual Transmission
145
4X4 W/Automatic Transmission
145
Preparing to Tow
146
Hitches
146
Safety Chains
147
Trailer Brakes
147
Trailer Lamps
147
Using a Step Bumper
147
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
148
Driving While You Tow
148
Trailer Towing Tips
148
Servicing after Towing
148
Recreational Towing
149
All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Vehicles with Automatic Transmissions
149
RWD Vehicles with 4X4 Electronic Shift Transfer Case
150
Getting Roadside Assistance
151
Using Roadside Assistance
151
Roadside Emergencies
151
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
152
Fuses
154
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
154
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
155
Power Distribution Box
158
Changing the Tires
161
Spare Tire Information
161
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
162
Removing the Spare Tire
162
Stowing the Spare Tire
163
Tire Change Procedure
163
Front
165
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
166
Preparing Your Vehicle
167
Connecting the Jumper Cables
167
Removing the Jumper Cables
169
Jump Starting
169
Wrecker Towing
172
Service Recommendations
174
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
174
Working with the Engine Off/On
174
Maintenance and Care
174
Opening the Hood
175
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
176
Checking the Engine Oil
177
Adding Engine Oil
178
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
179
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
180
Clutch Fluid
181
Windshield Washer Fluid
182
Air Filter Maintenance
182
Checking Engine Coolant
183
Adding Engine Coolant
184
Recycled Engine Coolant
186
Coolant Refill Capacity
187
Severe Climates
187
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
188
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
188
Low Fluid Level
189
Correct Fluid Level
189
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
190
High Fluid Level
190
Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
191
Battery
192
Windshield Wiper Blades
194
Checking the Wiper Blades
194
Changing the Wiper Blades
194
Information about Uniform Tire Qulity Grading
195
Rear Window Wiper Blades
195
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a
195
Treadwear
195
Servicing Your Tires
196
Temperature a B C
196
Checking the Tire Pressure
196
Tire Rotation
197
Replacing the Tires
198
Using Snow Tires and Traction Devices
199
What to Know about Automotive Fuels
200
Choosing the Right Fuel
203
Octane Recommendations
203
Unleaded Gasoline Engines
203
FFV Engine
203
Fuel Quality
204
Cleaner Air
205
Running out of Fuel
205
Fuel Filler Cap
205
Measuring Techniques
206
Fuel Filter
206
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
206
Filling the Tank
207
Calculating Fuel Economy
207
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
208
Maintenance
209
Conditions
209
EPA Window Sticker
209
Emission Control System
210
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
211
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
211
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
212
To Install the New Bulb
213
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
214
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
214
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
215
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
215
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
215
Using the Right Bulbs
216
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
216
Aiming the Headlamps
216
Vertical Aim Adjustment
217
Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
218
Washing Your Vehicle
218
Repairing Paint Chips
219
Waxing Your Vehicle
219
Underbody
219
Cleaning the Engine
220
Cleaning the Wheels
220
Cleaning Non-Painted Plastic Exterior Parts
221
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
221
Cleaning the Windshield, Wiper Blades and Rear Window
221
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
221
Cleaning the Overhead Console
222
Cleaning the Interior Fabric
222
Cleaning Seats Equipped with Side Air Bags
222
Cleaning Leather Seats
222
Cleaning Mirrors
223
Inside Windows
223
Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
223
Motorcraft Part Numbers
224
Refill Capacities
224
Capacities and Specifications
224
Lubricant Specifications
226
Engine Data
228
Vehicle Dimensions
229
Identifying Your Vehicle
231
Certification Label
231
Vehicle Identification Number
231
Engine Number
231
At Home
232
Ford Extended Service Plan
232
Getting the Services You Need
232
Customer Assistance
232
The Dispute Settlement Board
235
What Kinds of Cases Does the Board Review?
235
Board Membership
236
What the Board Needs
236
Oral Presentations
237
Making a Decision
237
Reporting Safety Defects
244
Index
245
Filling Station Information
256
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Brand
Ford
Model
2001 Explorer
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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