FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 2008 Owners Manual

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality
accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive
needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and
aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is
made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessories. The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides
you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the
accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer
or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bed extender
Bed mat
Bug shields
Deflectors
Splash guards
Step bars
Tonneau covers
Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Lifestyle
Ash cup / smoker’s package
Neutral tow kit
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Roof rail cross bars
Trailer hitch drawbars, wiring harnesses and accessories
TripTunes™ Advanced portable audio connection
Peace of mind
Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Wheel locks
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to
the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.
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A
Accessory delay ........................102
AdvanceTrac ..............................256
Air cleaner filter ...............353–354
Air conditioning ..........................80
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................183–184, 192, 194
and child safety seats ............185
description ..............184, 192, 194
disposal ....................................197
driver airbag ............186, 193, 195
indicator light .................192, 197
operation .................186, 193, 195
passenger airbag .....186, 193, 195
side airbag ...............................192
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................333
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................254
Anti-theft system ......................158
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................22, 26, 34
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................263, 266
fluid, adding ............................351
fluid, checking ........................351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
fluid, specification ..................355
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....42
Auxiliary power point .................98
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........355
refill capacities ........................355
B
Battery .......................................331acid, treating emergencies .....331
jumping a disabled battery ....299
maintenance-free ....................331
replacement, specifications ...354
servicing ..................................331
Belt-Minder
.............................178
Booster seats .............................199
Brakes ........................................253
anti-lock ...................................254
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................254
fluid, checking and adding ....351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
fluid, specifications .................355
lubricant specifications ..........355
parking ....................................255
shift interlock ..........................261
C
Calculating load ........................240
Capacities for refilling fluids ....355
Cargo cage .................................139
Cargo management system ......143
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................290
Child safety restraints ..............198
child safety belts ....................198
Child safety seats ......................203
attaching with tether straps ..207
in front seat ............................204
in rear seat ..............................204
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................199
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............315
instrument panel ....................317
interior .....................................318
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plastic parts ............................316
washing ....................................313
waxing .....................................314
wheels ......................................314
wiper blades ............................316
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............80
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................36
AM/FM/CD .................................28
Compass, electronic ..................118
calibration ...............................120
set zone adjustment .......119, 131
Console ......................................100
overhead ....................................97
Controls
power seat ...............................163
steering column ......................109
Coolant
checking and adding ..............333
refill capacities ................337, 355
specifications ..........................355
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................107
Customer Assistance ................280
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................309
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............310
Getting roadside assistance ...280
Getting the service you
need .........................................305
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................311
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................309D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................86
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................351
engine oil .................................326
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................352
Driving under special
conditions ..................269, 274, 277
sand .........................................276
snow and ice ...........................278
through water .................276, 279
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ...........................80
DVD system .................................50
E
Electronic message center ......113,
124
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................299
Emergency Flashers .................281
Emission control system ..........348
Engine ........................................358
cleaning ...................................315
coolant .....................................333
fail-safe cooling .......................338
idle speed control ...................331
lubrication specifications .......355
refill capacities ........................355
service points ..................323–324
starting after a collision .........282
Engine block heater .................252
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Engine oil ..................................326
checking and adding ..............326
dipstick ....................................326
filter, specifications ........329, 354
recommendations ...................329
refill capacities ........................355
specifications ..........................355
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................251
F
Fail safe cooling ........................338
Family entertainment system ....50
Floor mats .................................137
Fluid capacities .........................355
Foglamps .....................................85
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......271
driving off road .......................272
indicator light .........................271
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................260
Fuel ............................................340
calculating fuel economy ......114,
126, 345
cap ...........................................342
capacity ...................................355
choosing the right fuel ...........343
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................347
detergent in fuel .....................344
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................340, 342, 345
filter, specifications ........339, 354
fuel pump shut-off switch .....282
improving fuel economy ........345
octane rating ...................343, 358
quality ......................................344
running out of fuel .................344safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................340
Fuses ..................................283–284
G
Garage door opener ....................98
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............342
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................345
Gauges .........................................19
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................240
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................240
H
Hazard flashers .........................281
Head restraints .........................161
Headlamps ...................................85
aiming ........................................87
bulb specifications ....................90
daytime running lights .............86
flash to pass ..............................86
high beam .................................86
turning on and off ....................85
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................78, 80
Hood ..........................................322
How to get going ........................22
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Ignition ...............................248, 358
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Illuminated visor mirror .............96
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................203
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................350
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................317
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ....................................290, 293
positioning .......................290, 294
storage .....................290, 292–293
Jump-starting your vehicle ......299
K
Keyless entry system ...............156
autolock ...........................146, 148
keypad .....................................156
locking and unlocking doors ..157
programming entry code .......156
Keys ...........................................159
positions of the ignition .........248
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ............89–90
daytime running light ...............86
fog lamps ...................................85
headlamps .................................85
interior lamps ...........................89
replacing bulbs .........................93
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........254
Load limits .................................234
Loading instructions .................240Locks
autolock ...........................146, 148
childproof ................................151
doors ........................................146
Lubricant specifications ...........355
Lug nuts ....................................298
Luggage rack .............................144
Lumbar support, seats .....163, 165
M
Message center .................113, 124
english/metric button .....116, 128
system check button ......115, 128
warning messages ...........120, 133
Mirrors ...............................104–105
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................104
fold away .................................106
heated ......................................106
side view mirrors (power) .....105
Moon roof ..................................112
Motorcraft parts ........319, 339, 354
N
Navigation system .......................77
O
Octane rating ............................343
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................326
P
Parking brake ............................255
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....354
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................169
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Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................106
Power adjustable foot pedals ...106
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................286
Power door locks ......................146
Power mirrors ...........................105
Power point .........................98, 100
Power steering ..........................260
fluid, checking and adding ....351
fluid, refill capacity ................355
fluid, specifications .................355
Power Windows .........................100
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................260
R
Radio ................................22, 26, 34
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................50
Relays ........................................283
Remote entry system .......151–152
illuminated entry ....................155
locking/unlocking
doors ................................152–153
panic alarm .............................153
replacing the batteries ...........153
Reverse sensing system ...........269
Roadside assistance ..................280
Roof rack ...................................144
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........183Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ............168,
171–176
Safety Canopy ...........192, 194–195
Safety defects, reporting ..311–312
Safety restraints ........168, 171–176
Belt-Minder
...........................178
extension assembly ................177
for adults .........................172–175
for children .............................198
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................169
safety belt maintenance .........183
warning light and chime ........178
Safety seats for children ..........203
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................359
Satellite Radio Information ........47
Seats ..........................................161
child safety seats ....................203
front seats ...............................162
heated ......................................165
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................158
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................28
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................36
Snowplowing .................................8
Spark plugs, specifications ......354,
358
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............8
utility-type vehicles ....................8
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................355
Speed control ............................107
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Starting your
vehicle ........................248–249, 251
jump starting ..........................299
Steering wheel
controls ....................................109
tilting .........................................96
T
Tailgate ......................................137
Tilt steering wheel ......................96
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................276
Roadside Emergencies ...........290
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....229
Warning Displays ......12, 120, 133
Tires ...........................214–216, 290
alignment ................................222
care ..........................................219
changing ..........................290, 294
checking the pressure ............219
inflating ...................................217
label .........................................228
replacing ..........................220, 294
rotating ....................................223
safety practices .......................222
sidewall information ...............224
snow tires and chains ............234
spare tire .........................290, 292
terminology .............................216
tire grades ...............................215
treadwear ........................215, 219
Tonneau cover ...........................140
Towing .......................................241
recreational towing .................247
trailer towing ..........................241
wrecker ....................................304Transfer case
fluid checking .........................352
Transmission .............................261
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....261
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
lubricant specifications ..........355
Trunk .........................................142
Turn signal ..................................89
U
USB port ......................................44
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................359
Vehicle loading ..........................234
camper bodies ........................246
Ventilating your vehicle ...........251
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................325
Water, Driving through .............279
Windows
power .......................................100
Windshield
defrosting ..................................83
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................95
checking and adding fluid .....325
replacing wiper blades ...........326
Wrecker towing .........................304
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