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Engine
air
filter
&
cabin
air
filter
replacement
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Engine
air
filter
and
cabin
air
filter
life
is
dependent
on
exposure
to
dusty
and
dirty
conditions.
Vehicles
operated
in
these
conditions
will
require
frequent
inspection
and
replacement
of
the
engine
air
filter
and
cabin
air
filter.
Scheduled
Maintenance
440
201
1
Explorer
(exp)
Owners
Guide,
3rd
Printing
USA
(fus)
439
441
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Protecting the Environment
5
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
5
Perchlorate Material
6
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
6
Special Notices
6
Special Instructions
7
Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
7
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
7
Data Recording
8
Service Data Recording
8
Event Data Recording
9
Cell Phone Use
11
Export Unique Vehicle Specific Information
11
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
12
Instrument Cluster
14
Warning Lights and Chimes
14
Service Engine Soon
15
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power
15
Instrument Cluster
15
Brake System Warning Light
16
Anti-Lock Brake System
16
Airbag Readiness
16
Safety Belt
16
Charging System (RTT)
17
Engine Oil Pressure (RTT)
17
Advancetrac
17
Advancetrac off Light
17
Engine Coolant Temperature
18
Speed Control (RTT)
18
Adaptive Cruise Control (RTT)
18
Door Ajar (RTT)
18
Liftgate Ajar (RTT)
19
Low Washer Fluid (RTT)
19
Turn Signal
19
High Beams
19
Hill Descent (RTT)
20
Heads up Display
20
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
20
Headlamps on Warning Chime
20
Gauges
21
Base Cluster
21
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
22
4WD Gauge
22
Optional Cluster
23
Base Message Center
23
Main Menu
24
System Warnings and Status Messages
27
Menu Control
35
Display Mode
36
Standard Trip Display
38
Enhanced Trip Display
38
Fuel Economy
39
Instant Fuel Economy
39
Configurable Fuel History
39
Settings/Vehicle Settings
40
Entertainment Systems
51
Battery Management
51
Maneuvering the Screens
51
Myford System
51
Language Setting
52
Radio
52
Setting the Clock
52
Audio Settings
53
Radio Options
53
Radio Reception Factors
54
SIRIUS Satellite Radio
54
SIRIUS Options
55
Satellite Radio Information
56
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
56
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
56
Troubleshooting Tips
57
CD Options
58
Playing a Disc
58
CD Tips
59
Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
60
Myford Touch
61
Climate Controls
62
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
62
Temperature Conversion
62
Operating Tips
63
Rear Climate Controls
63
For Maximum Cooling Performance in MAX A/C Mode
64
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
64
Automatic Temperature Control Systems
65
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) Sony System
65
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) System with Mytemp
67
Automatic Operation
69
Touchscreen Features
70
Climate Control Voice Commands
72
Rear Controls
72
Auxiliary Passenger Climate Control
73
Auxiliary System
73
Rear Window Defroster
73
Automatic Climate Control
74
Cabin Air Filter
74
Remote Start Climate Operation
74
Lights
76
Autolamp Control
76
Autolamp Delay System
76
Headlamp Control
76
Flash-To-Pass
77
Fog Lamp Control
77
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
78
Panel Dimmer Control
78
Aiming the Headlamps
79
Dome Lamp Control
79
Dome Lamp Control (with Fog Lamps)
79
Headlamp Aim Adjustment
79
For Vehicles with Halogen Headlamps
80
For Vehicles with HID Headlamps
80
Lane Change
81
Turn Signal Control
81
Front Row Map Lamps
82
Interior Lamps
82
Second Row Dome/Courtesy Lamps
82
Second Row Dome/Map Lamps
82
Battery Saver
83
Bulb Replacement
83
Lamp Assembly Condensation
83
Third Row Cargo Lamp
83
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
84
Replacing Interior Bulbs
84
Using the Right Bulbs
84
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
85
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs
85
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
86
Replacing Sidemarker Bulbs
87
Replacing Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
88
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs
89
Replacing Tail/Brake Lamp Bulbs
89
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulb
90
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
90
Driver Controls
91
Rain-Sensing Wipers
91
Speed Dependent Wipers
91
Windshield Wipers
91
Courtesy Wipe Feature
92
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
92
Windshield Washer
92
Windshield Wiper Rainlamp Feature
92
Illuminated Visor Mirror
93
Reverse Wiper Feature
93
Steering Wheel Adjustment
93
Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel
93
Center Console
94
Overhead Console
94
Slide-On-Rod Feature
94
Storage Compartment
94
Auxiliary Power Points (12V DC)
95
Rear Center Console Features
95
Power Point (110V AC)
96
Indicator Light Codes
97
Power Windows
97
Bounce-Back
98
One-Touch down
98
One-Touch up or down (Front Windows)
98
Rear Window Buffeting
98
Accessory Delay
99
Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror
99
Security Override
99
Window Lock
99
Exterior Mirrors
100
Heated Outside Mirrors
100
Memory Feature
100
Power Side View Mirrors
100
Blind Spot Mirrors
101
Fold-Away Mirrors
101
Powerfold Mirrors
101
Signal Indicator Mirrors
101
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
102
Speed Control
102
Using Speed Control
102
Disengaging Speed Control
103
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
103
Resuming a Set Speed
103
Setting Speed Control
103
Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
104
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
104
Turning off Speed Control
104
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
105
Following a Vehicle
106
Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
106
Setting the Gap Distance
107
Changing the Set Speed
108
Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control
108
Overriding Adaptive Cruise Control
108
Resuming the Set Speed
108
Detection Issues
109
Hilly Condition Usage
109
Turning off Cruise Control
109
ACC Not Available
110
Blocked Sensor
111
Audio Control Features
112
Steering Wheel Controls
112
Switching to Normal Cruise Control
112
Cluster Display Control Features
113
Moon Roof
113
Navigation/Sync System Hands-Free Control Features
113
To Close the Dual Panel Moon Roof
114
To Close the Sunscreen
114
To Open the Sunscreen
114
Car2U Home Automation System
115
Universal Garage Door Opener
115
Types of Garage Door Openers (Rolling Code and Fixed Code)
116
Rolling Code Programming
117
Fixed Code Programming
118
Erasing the Car2U Home Automation System Buttons
120
Positive Retention Floor Mat
121
Cargo Area Features
122
Cargo Net
122
Manual Liftgate
123
Utility Hook
123
Liftgate Ajar Signal
124
Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate
124
Power Liftgate
124
To Power Open or Close the Liftgate with the Transmitter
125
To Set the Height of the Open Liftgate
126
Obstacle Detection
127
Resetting the Power Liftgate
127
To Manually Operate the Liftgate
127
Roof Rack System
128
Locks and Security
130
Keys
130
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
130
Intelligent Access Key (IA Key)
130
Mykey
131
Mykey Restricted Features
131
Create a Mykey
132
Optional Settings – These Settings Can be Changed
132
Programming Mykey Optional Settings
133
Clear Mykey
133
Check Mykey System Status
133
Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems
133
Locks
137
Autolock Feature
138
Deactivating/Activating Autolock Feature
139
Power Door Lock Switch Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
139
Autounlock Feature
140
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock Feature
140
Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
140
Childproof Door Locks
141
Remote Entry System
141
Intelligent Access
142
Unlocking the Doors/Two Stage Unlock
143
Car Finder
144
Sounding a Panic Alarm
144
Opening the Power Liftgate
144
Programming the Memory Feature to the Transmitter
145
Deprogramming the Memory Feature from the Transmitter
145
Memory Profiles
145
Replacing Lost Intelligent Access Keys (IA Keys)
147
How to Reprogram Your Intelligent Access Keys (IA Keys)
147
Illuminated Entry
147
Illuminated Exit
148
Remote Start
148
Starting the Engine with Remote Start
149
Extending the Engine Run Time
150
Turning the Engine off after Using Remote Start
150
Securicode Keyless Entry System
151
Erasing Personal Code
152
Anti-Scan Feature
152
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
152
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
153
Automatic Arming
153
Automatic Disarming
153
Programming Spare Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) Keys
154
Programming Spare Intelligent Access Keys
155
Perimeter Alarm System
157
Arming the System
157
Disarming the System
158
Perimeter Alarm Issues
158
Front Seats
159
Adjustable Head Restraints
159
Seating and Safety Restraints
159
Seating
159
To Adjust the Head Restraint
160
To Remove the Adjustable Head Restraint
160
Tilting Head Restraints
161
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
161
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
162
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
162
Using the Power Lumbar Support
164
Dual Setting Heated Seats
164
Three-Position Heated and Cooled Seats
165
Heated Seats
165
Cooled Seats
166
Climate Controlled Seats Air Filter Replacement
166
To Remove an Air Filter
167
To Install a Filter
168
Easy Entry/Exit Feature
169
Rear Seats
169
Second Row Head Restraints
169
Adjusting Second Row Bucket and Bench Seat Back
171
Adjusting Second Row Seats (Six–Passenger Vehicles Only)
171
Accessing the Third Row Seats
171
2Nd Row Power Fold and Tumble Seat (Six–Passenger Vehicles Only)
173
Exiting the Third Row Seat
174
Stowing the Third Row Seat (Manual Seat)
176
Unstowing the Third Row Seat
177
Powerfold Third-Row Seat
178
Folding the Head Restraints Manually
180
Personal Safety System
180
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
181
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
181
Front Crash Severity Sensor
181
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
181
Front Passenger Sensing System
182
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
182
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
182
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
183
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
183
Safety Restraints Precautions
183
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
185
Restraint of Pregnant Women
185
Safety Belt Locking Modes
186
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
186
Automatic Locking Mode
186
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
186
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
187
Non-Inflatable Safety Belts
187
Rear Outboard Inflatable Safety Belts
187
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
187
Rear Inflatable Safety Belt
188
How Does the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt System Work?
189
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard
190
Safety Belt Pretensioner
190
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
190
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
191
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
191
Conditions of Operation
192
Belt-Minder
192
Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
195
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
197
Important SRS Precautions
197
Children and Airbags
199
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
199
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
202
If the Airbag Readiness Light Is Lit
204
Determining if the System Is Operational
205
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
205
How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
206
Safety Canopy System
208
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
209
SOS Post-Crash Alert System
211
Safety Restraints for Children
211
Important Child Restraint Precautions
211
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
212
Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children
214
Transporting Children
215
Safety Seats for Children
216
Infant And/Or Toddler Seats
216
Standard Safety Belt
221
Inflatable Safety Belt
221
Attaching Child Safety Seats with LATCH Attachments
222
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outboard Seating Positions
223
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
224
2Nd Row Bench
227
Third Row Seat
227
Child Booster Seats
228
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
228
Types of Booster Seats
229
High Back Booster Seats
230
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
231
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
231
Tires, Wheels and Loading
233
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System
233
Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
233
Vehicle Characteristics
233
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
234
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
235
Temperature a B C
236
Tires
236
Traction AA a B C
236
Inflating Your Tires
237
Tire Inflation
237
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
239
Tire Care
239
Damage
240
Tire Wear
240
Tire Replacement Requirements
241
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
241
Safety Practices
242
Highway Hazards
243
Tire and Wheel Alignment
243
Tire Rotation
243
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
244
Information on “P” Type Tires
245
Information on “T” Type Tires
249
Location of the Tire Label
249
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
250
Changing Tires with a TPMS
251
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
251
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
252
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
252
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
254
When Inflating Your Tires
254
Snow Tires and Cables
255
Base Curb Weight
256
Vehicle Curb Weight
256
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
256
Payload
257
Cargo Weight
258
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
259
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
262
Trailer Towing
263
Hitches
265
Preparing to Tow
265
Safety Chains
265
Trailer Brakes
265
Driving While You Tow
266
Trailer Lamps
266
Trailer Towing Tips
266
Recreational Towing
267
Driving
269
Starting
269
Positions of the Ignition
269
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
269
Important Safety Precautions
270
Before Starting the Vehicle
270
Starting the Engine
271
Push Button Start System
272
Ignition Modes
272
Back-Up Method of Starting
273
Fast Restart Feature
273
Engine Block Heater
274
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
274
Important Ventilating Information
274
How to Use the Engine Block Heater
276
Brakes
276
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
276
Brake Assist
277
ABS Warning Lamp
277
Parking Brake
277
Advancetrac
278
Traction Control System (TCS)
280
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
281
Roll Stability Control (RSC)
281
Curve Control
282
Turning Traction Control off
282
Trailer Sway Control
283
Disabling Trailer Sway Control
284
Hill Descent Control
284
Steering
285
Enabling Hill Descent Control and Setting the Descent Speed
285
Hill Descent Modes
285
If the Steering Wanders or Pulls
286
Preparing to Drive
287
Brake-Shift Interlock
287
Automatic Transmission Operation
289
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
289
D (Drive) with Overdrive
290
D (Drive) with Tow on
290
D (Drive) with Grade Assist
291
Understanding Your Selectshift Automatic Transmission (SST)
291
Gearshift Lever Toggle Switch
292
Recommended Shift Speeds
292
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
292
Using Hill Start Assist
293
Activating Hill Start Assist
293
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
293
Reverse Sensing System
294
Rearview Camera System
296
Active Guidelines and Fixed Guidelines
296
Visual Park Aid Alert
297
Manual Zoom
297
Rear Camera Delay
298
Night Time and Dark Area Use
299
Collision Warning System
300
Servicing
300
Operation
301
Collision Warning System Limitations
301
Activating/Deactivating Collision Warning System
303
Active Park Assist (Apa)
303
Automatic Search for Parking Space
304
Automatic Steering into Parking Space
305
APA Finished
306
Troubleshooting
307
Why Isn’t APA Searching for a Parking Space?
307
Why Doesn’t APA Offer a Particular Parking Space?
307
Why Doesn’t APA Position the Vehicle Where I Want in the Space?
307
Driving with Blind Spot Mirrors
308
BLIS False Alerts
310
Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) System Operation
311
CTA Detection Limitations
313
CTA False Alerts
313
CTA and Reverse Sensing System (RSS) Interaction
313
BLIS And/Or CTA On/Off and Disable Operation
313
BLIS And/Or CTA Fault Operation
314
Four Wheel Drive (4Wd) System
315
Trailer Tow False Alerts
315
Day and Night Brightness
315
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
316
Basic Operating Principles
316
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
316
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
317
Emergency Maneuvers
318
Sand
318
Mud and Water
319
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
319
Driving on Snow and Ice
320
Maintenance and Modifications
321
Terrain Management
322
Driving through Water
323
Roadside Emergencies
324
Getting Roadside Assistance
324
Hazard Flasher Control
325
Fuel Pump Shut-Off
326
Fuses and Relays
326
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
327
Power Distribution Box
331
High-Current Fuses
332
Changing the Tires
336
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
336
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
338
Removing the Spare Tire and Jack
338
Tire Change Procedure
340
Stowing the Mini-Spare and Jack
342
Stowing the Flat Tire
343
Temporary Mobility Kit
344
General Information
345
Tips for Use of the Temporary Mobility Kit
346
What to Do When a Tire Is Punctured
347
First Stage: Reinflating the Tire with Sealing Compound and Air
347
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure
349
What to Do after the Tire Has Been Sealed
350
Removal of the Sealant Canister from the Temporary Mobility Kit
351
Installation of the Sealant Canister to the Temporary Mobility Kit
351
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
352
Running out of Fuel
353
Jump Starting
354
Preparing Your Vehicle
354
Connecting the Jumper Cables
355
Removing the Jumper Cables
356
Wrecker Towing
357
Emergency Towing
358
Customer Assistance
359
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
365
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
366
Cleaning
367
Washing the Exterior
367
Exterior Chrome
367
Waxing
368
Paint Chips
368
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
368
Engine
368
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
369
Windows and Wiper Blades
369
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
370
Interior
371
Leather Seats
372
Leather Seats for the King Ranch Edition Only
372
Underbody
373
Scratches
373
Conditioning
373
Ford and Lincoln Car Care Products
374
Maintenance and Specifications
375
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
375
Service Recommendations
375
Working with the Engine off
375
Opening the Hood
376
3.5L V6 Engine
377
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
377
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
378
Windshield Washer Fluid
378
Changing the Rear Window Wiper Blade
379
Changing the Wiper Blades
379
Checking the Engine Oil
380
Adding Engine Oil
381
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
381
Battery
382
Battery Management System
384
Electrical Accessory Installation
384
Checking Engine Coolant
385
Adding Engine Coolant
386
Coolant Refill Capacity
388
Recycled Engine Coolant
388
Severe Climates
388
Engine Fluid Temperature Management
389
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
390
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
391
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
391
Fuel Filter
392
Fuel Information
392
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
392
Easy Fuel “No Cap” Fuel System
394
Refueling
394
Choosing the Right Fuel
395
Cleaner Air
396
Fuel Quality
396
Octane Recommendations
396
If You Have Run out of Fuel
397
Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
397
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
398
Filling the Tank
398
Measuring Techniques
398
Calculating Fuel Economy
399
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
399
Habits
399
Conditions
400
Maintenance
400
Emission Control System
401
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
402
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
403
Brake Fluid
404
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
404
Transmission Fluid
404
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
405
Correct Fluid Level
405
High Fluid Level
405
Low Fluid Level
405
Air Filter
406
Changing the Air Filter Element
406
Vehicle Storage
407
Motorcraft Part Numbers
409
Removing Vehicle from Storage
409
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
410
Engine Data
413
Engine Drivebelt Routing
413
Identifying Your Vehicle
413
Safety Compliance Certification Label
413
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
414
Transmission Code Designations
415
Accessories
416
Ford Extended Service Plan
418
Scheduled Maintenance
422
General Maintenance Information
422
Protecting Your Investment
422
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
422
Genuine Ford Parts and Service
423
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
423
Convenience
424
Factory-Trained Technicians
424
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Replacement Parts
424
Owner Checks and Services
424
Check Every Month
425
Check Every Six Months
425
Engine Oil/Coolant Change Intervals
425
Multi-Point Inspection
425
Multi-Point Inspection – Recommended each Visit
426
Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log
428
Maintenance Schedule Log
431
Special Operating Conditions
434
Towing a Trailer or Using a Camper or Car-Top Carrier
434
Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
436
Operating in Dusty Conditions such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
436
Special Operating Condition Log
437
California Fuel Filter Replacement
439
Exceptions
439
Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance
439
Police/Taxi/Livery Vehicle Axle Maintenance
439
Engine Air Filter & Cabin Air Filter Replacement
440
Engine Coolant Change Record
441
Index
442
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Model
Explorer 2011
Category
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Language
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