FORD EXPLORER 1996 2.G Owners Manual

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[SV06990(ALL)07/95]
If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an authorized Motorcraft
or equivalent part.
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[SV07000(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the pressure in the
fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work
improperly in a collision.
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[SV07025(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an aftermarket fuel
filler cap, the customer warranty may be void for any
damage to the fuel tank and/or fuel system.
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[SV07050(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing
sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the
cap.
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[SV07055(ALL)01/95]
You may occasionally hear and/or feel a slight thump occurring
one or two seconds after a gentle stop. This is normal and
generally occurs with the fuel tank 3/4 full. It is caused by the
wave action of the fuel within the tank.
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[SV07060(ALL)11/89]
A venting fuel tank is not an abnormal condition. It may be
caused by:
[SV07061(ALL)07/95]
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Too volatile a fuel for the weather conditions. The service
stations sometimes sell winter grade fuel in the spring.
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[SV07062(ALL)11/89]
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Pulling a heavy load on hot days, or at high altitudes.
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[SV07063(ALL)11/89]
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Extended periods of idling with the engine RPM increased
above the normal idle range.
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[SV07064(ALL)11/89]
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Parking vehicle in full sunlight for extended periods on
extremely hot days.
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[SV07500(ALL)06/95]
Choosing the Right Fuel
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[SV07600(ALL)06/95]
Use only UNLEADED FUEL in your vehicle. Using leaded fuel
is prohibited by federal law. Your warranty may not apply if
your vehicle is damaged because you used the wrong fuel.
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[SV07650(ALL)08/95]
Vehicle inspection programs may detect misfueling. Under these
circumstances, you may be required by law to make costly
repairs at your own expense.
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[SV07700(ALL)05/95]
Octane Recommendations
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[SV07750(ALL)06/95]
Your vehicle is designed to use regular fuel with an octane
rating of 87. In most cases it is not necessary to use a fuel with
an octane rating higher than 87. At service stations, the octane
rating is displayed in a label on the pumps.
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[SV07775(ALL)06/95]
one inch art:0060001-C
Typical octane rating label
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[SV07800(ALL)07/95]
In some parts of the country, ªregularº grade fuels are sold
with octane ratings of 86 or even less, especially in high altitude
areas. We recommend that you do not use these fuels. Always
use a fuel with an octane rating of 87, even if it is sold as a
ªmidgradeº or ªpremium.º
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[SV07850(ALL)04/95]
Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly
when you drive up a hill or when you accelerate. However, if a
fuel with the recommended octane rating knocks heavily under
all driving conditions or knocks lightly driving at cruising speed
on level roads, see your dealer or a qualified service technician.
Persistent, heavy knocking can damage the engine.
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[SV07900(ALL)04/95]
In some parts of the country, ªpremiumº grade fuels are sold
with octane ratings of less than 91, especially in high altitude
areas. It is recommended that you use only those ªpremiumº
fuels with an octane rating of 91 or higher.
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[SV07950(ALL)02/95]
Fuel Quality
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[SV08000(ALL)06/95]
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation
problems when the engine is cold, it may be caused by fuel
with low volatility. Try a different brand of fuel. If the
condition persists, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician.
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[SV08050(ALL)09/95]
Using a high-quality fuel makes your vehicle more responsive
and maintains its good fuel economy and emissions by:
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[SV08100(ALL)04/95]
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minimizing deposits in fuel injectors, combustion chambers
and on intake valves.
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[SV08150(ALL)08/95]
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assuring quick starting and smooth warm-up.
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[SV08200(ALL)08/95]
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protecting the fuel system from vapor lock in very hot
weather, which causes the engine to hesitate or stall and
makes restarts difficult.
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[SV08250(ALL)08/95]
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protecting your fuel system from rusting.
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[SV08300(ALL)08/95]
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preventing the fuel lines from freezing.
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[SV08350(ALL)06/95]
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preventing the fuel system from ªgumming upº when your
vehicle is not used for long periods of time.
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[SV08400(ALL)06/95]
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to
your fuel tank if you continue to use a high-quality fuel.
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Gasolines For Clean Air
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[SV08500(ALL)04/95]
Fuels in certain areas of the country are required to contain
oxygenates to improve air quality. Common oxygenates are
ethanol or grain alcohol (blended at no more than 10%),
methanol or wood alcohol (blended at no more than 5% with
cosolvents and additives) and MTBE or methyl tertiary butyl
ether (blended at no more than 15%).
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[SV08550(ALL)02/95]
Reformulated gasoline is also required in certain areas of the
U.S. These fuels are designed to further reduce emissions from
your vehicle.
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[SV08600(ALL)04/95]
Generally, you should not experience difficulties operating your
vehicle on reformulated gasoline or on fuels containing
oxygenates. We encourage you to use these fuels.
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[SV10185(ALL)06/95]
Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels
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[SV10195(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if
misused or mishandled.
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[SV10200(ALL)08/95]
Gasoline and other automotive fuels are extremely flammable.
Turn your vehicle off and do not smoke while refueling your
vehicle. Keep sparks and other sources of ignition away from
fuels.
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[SV10205(ALL)05/95]
Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Further,
gasoline may be blended with methanol. Even small amounts of
methanol can cause blindness and possibly death when
swallowed. Therefore, never attempt to siphon any fuel by
mouth.
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[SV10210(ALL)08/95]
If any fuel is swallowed, call a physician or poison control
center immediately.Do not delay calling a physician merely
because no adverse effects are noticed at first; the toxic effects
of fuels may not become apparent for many hours.
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[SV10213(ALL)08/95]
If gasoline is swallowed, do not induce vomiting. If a
gasoline-methanol blend is swallowed, induce vomiting under
the direction of a physician or poison control center.
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[SV10215(ALL)03/95]
Gasoline and gasoline-methanol blends may contain small
amounts of carcinogens, such as benzene. Long-term exposure to
unleaded gasoline vapors has caused cancer in laboratory
animals. Further, excessive inhalation of fuel vapors can cause
headache, dizziness, nausea, loss of coordination, and other
symptoms which could interfere with your ability to safely
operate your vehicle. To the extent possible, avoid breathing
vapors while refueling. If fuel vapors are inhaled in excessive
quantities, move the victim to fresh air and seek medical
attention.
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[SV10220(ALL)08/95]
Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. When
refueling, be careful not to splash fuel on yourself or your
clothing. If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly remove
contaminated clothing and wash the skin thoroughly with soap
and water.
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[SV10225(ALL)08/95]
Fuels can cause severe eye irritation and possibly eye damage. If
fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if worn),
flush with large amounts of water for 15 minutes, and seek
medical attention.
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[SV10230(ALL)08/95]
If you are taking the medication ªAntabuseº or other forms of
disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism, vapor or skin contact
with a gasoline-methanol blend may cause the same kind of
adverse reaction as drinking an alcoholic beverage. In sensitive
individuals, serious personal injury or sickness could result.
Consult a physician promptly if you experience an adverse
reaction.
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Running Out of Fuel
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[SV11400(ALL)05/95]
If your vehicle runs out of fuel, try to stop on level ground
away from traffic. Add at least two gallons (8 liters) of fuel to
start your vehicle again. If your vehicle is not on level ground,
you may need as much as five gallons (20 liters) of fuel to start
it.
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[SV11500(ALL)07/95]
You may need to crank the engine several times before the fuel
system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine.
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[SV11600(ALL)05/95]
Fuel Economy
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[SV11700(ALL)07/95]
Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of your vehicle
and can be calculated as Miles Per Gallon (MPG) or Liters Per
100 Kilometers (L/100K).
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[SV11800(ALL)05/95]
To calculate fuel economy:
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[SV11900(ALL)06/95]1.
Fill the tank completely and record the initial odometer
reading.
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[SV12000(ALL)06/95]2.
Every time you buy fuel record the amount (in gallons or
liters) purchased.
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[SV12200(ALL)07/95]3.
After at least three to five tankfuls, fill the fuel tank and
record the final odometer reading.
[SV12210(ALL)09/95]4.
Divide the total number of miles that you have driven by
the total number of gallons that your vehicle has used. In
metric, multiply the number of liters used by 100 and divide
the answer by the number of kilometers traveled. This will
give you the number of liters used per 100 km.
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Comparisons With Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) and Transport Canada (TC) Fuel Economy
Estimates
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[SV12400(ALL)05/95]
EPA fuel economy figures are obtained from laboratory tests
under simulated road conditions and may not reflect the actual
conditions you experience or your style of driving. The EPA
fuel economy estimate is not a guarantee that you will achieve
the fuel economy shown.
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[SV12500(ALL)08/95]
Improving Fuel Economy
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[SV12625(ALL)05/95]
Fuel economy is affected by a number of variables which can
reduce efficiency. You can improve fuel economy by
understanding these variables and minimizing their effect.
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[SV12650(ALL)05/95]
The following decrease fuel economy:
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[SV12675(ALL)05/95]
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Lack of regular, scheduled maintenance
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[SV12725(ALL)05/95]
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Excessive speed
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[SV12750(ALL)05/95]
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Rapid acceleration and excessive speed
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[SV12775(ALL)05/95]
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Driving with your foot on the brake
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[SV12825(ALL)05/95]
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Sudden stops
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[SV12850(ALL)05/95]
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Extended engine idling
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[SV12875(ALL)05/95]
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Using speed control in hilly terrain
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[SV12925(ALL)05/95]
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Extended use of the A/C, defroster, rear window defroster
and other accessories
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[SV12950(ALL)05/95]
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Underinflated tires
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[SV12975(ALL)05/95]
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Heavy loads
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[SV13025(ALL)05/95]
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Aftermarket add-ons such as bike, ski or luggage racks, bug
deflectors, etc.
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Engine Oil Recommendations
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[SV13610(ALL)10/95]
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil
meeting Ford Specification WSS-M2C193-F and displaying the
American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the
front of the container.
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[SV13650(ALL)05/94]
10-1/2 pica
art:0001314-A
The API Certification Mark
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[SV13670(ALL)01/95]
Neveruse:
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[SV13680(ALL)01/95]
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ªNon-Detergentº oils
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[SV13690(ALL)04/95]
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Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
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[SV13700(ALL)01/95]
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Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine
treatments
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[SV13710(ALL)06/95]
Engine oils with anSAE 5W-30viscosity arePREFERREDfor
your vehicle. They provide the best engine performance, fuel
economy and engine protection for all climates down to-15ÊF
(-25ÊC).
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[SV13725(ALL)03/95]
Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and of the preferred
viscosity may be used in your engine. The engine oil and oil
filter must still be changed according to the maintenance
schedule.
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Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[SV13800(ALL)03/95]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe
engine operation, check the oil using the dipstick each time you
put fuel in your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off, the
oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level
ground.
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[SV13900(ALL)04/95]
Checking the engine oil level:
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[SV14000(ALL)02/95]1.
Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few
minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan.
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[SV14050(ALL)06/95]2.
Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) or 1 (manual transmission).
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[SV14100(ALL)02/95]3.
Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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[SV14200(ALL)03/95]4.
Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in yellow) and
carefully pull it out of the engine.
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[SV14300(ALL)01/95]5.
Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making
sure it is fully seated.
[SV14400(ALL)10/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0021256-B
Engine oil dipstick
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7-1/2 pica art:0090215-B
Engine oil dipstick Ð 5.0L engine
[SV14500(ALL)10/94]6.
Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below
the ªADDº line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level
is beyond the letter ªFº in Full, engine damage or high oil
consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from
the engine.
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[SV14600(ALL)01/95]7.
Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated.
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[SV14800(ALL)01/95]
It may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes. Make
sure you use a CERTIFIED engine oil of the preferred viscosity.
Your vehicle's warranty coverage may not apply if engine
damage is caused by the use of improper engine oil.
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[SV15000(ALL)03/95]
Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow.
To add oil, remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil
into the opening. Be careful not to overfill the engine. Recheck
the oil level after you finish adding oil.
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