User manual FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC-2005

[. . . ] Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 4 10 10 13 Entertainment Systems AM/FM AM/FM AM/FM AM/FM AM/FM stereo stereo stereo stereo stereo with CD cassette with CD with in-dash six CD with CD6/MP3 with single CD 16 16 19 23 28 31 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning 48 48 Lights Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control 50 58 58 59 63 66 67 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 79 79 79 86 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 90 90 96 108 115 1 Table of Contents Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Tire Inflation Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 129 131 133 136 144 154 161 165 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation 167 167 171 174 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Jump starting Wrecker towing 186 186 187 187 188 195 200 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U. S. only) 201 209 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Hood Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 2 210 216 217 217 218 222 229 242 243 244 246 Table of Contents Accessories Index 252 255 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. [. . . ] If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove stones, nails, glass or other objects that may be wedged in the tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. If internal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety, tires that are damaged should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is also recommended. Inflating your tires Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare (if equipped), at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge. Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns. Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or blowout , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire. It also may result in unnecessary tire stress, irregular wear, loss of vehicle control and accidents. A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat!134 Tires, Wheels and Loading Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is the tire manufactures' maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. [. . . ] The axle lubricant should be changed any time the axle has been submerged in water. Add 4 oz (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-7 or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. 245 1 Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification Body hinges, latches, door striker plates and rotors, seat tracks, fuel Multi-Purpose filler door hinge Grease and spring, hood latch, auxiliary latch, seat tracks Motorcraft High Hydraulic clutch fluid and Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle brake fluid Brake Fluid Driveshaft, slip spline, universal Premium Long Life Grease joints Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) Motorcraft MERCON V ATF XG-4 or XL-5 ESB-M1C93-B or ESR-M1C159-A PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 XG-1-C or XG-1-T or ESA-M1C75-B XG-1-K VC-7-A (U. S. , WSS-M97B51-A1 exceptCA, OR and NM), VC-7-B (CA, OR and NM) XO-5W30-QSP (US) CXO-5W30-LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M2C929-A with API Certification Mark Engine oil Automatic transmission (5R55E) 1 Power steering fluid XT-5-QM MERCON V MERCON Motorcraft MERCON XT-2-QDX Multi-Purpose ATF 246 Maintenance and Specifications Item Rear Axle2 Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF Premium Long-Life Grease Ford Part Number XY-75W140­QL Ford Specification WSL-M2C192­A Front axle (4X4) Transfer case (4X4) Transfer case Front Output Slip Shaft Windshield washer fluid 1 XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A XT-2-QDX XG-1-C or XG-1-T or XG-1-K MERCON ESA-M1C75-B Motorcraft Premium ZC-32­A Windshield Washer Concentrate WSB-M8B16­A2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. [. . . ]