FORD EXPLORER 1996 2.G Owners Manual

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[IP06900( X)03/95]
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[IP07000( X)01/95]
Manual override buttons
[IP07100( X)03/95]
Your EATC has six buttons which allow you to make special
selections. The buttons are located along the bottom edge of the
EATC Control and allow you to determine where the air will be
discharged. Pressing any override button changes the air
discharge location only. It does not affect the ability of the
system to control temperature or the fan speed. Return to fully
automatic operation by pushing the AUTOMATIC button.
[IP07200( X)07/94]
MAX A/C Button
[IP07300( X)03/95]
MAX A/C allows for faster cooling because air is drawn from
inside the vehicle. Using inside air causes the fan to sound
louder which is normal for this selection. The display window
will change to indicate60ÊF (16ÊC) and MAXA/C. The fan will
run at high speed and the air flow will be from the instrument
panel registers. To exit and return to the previous temperature,
push AUTOMATIC or any of the other 5 override buttons.
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[IP07400( X)07/94]
VENT Button
[IP07500( X)03/95]
Push this button to select outside air through the instrument
panel registers. The display window will show the set
temperature and VENT to the lower right of the temperature.
Your EATC will heat the air if the temperature you have
selected is warmer than the outside air coming into the vehicle.
However, the air willNOTbe cooled regardless of the
temperature setting. Airflow will be from the instrument panel
registers.
[IP07600( X)03/95]
PNL & FLR Button
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[IP07700( X)03/95]
Push this button to get air from the floor and instrument panel
registers at the same time. The display will show the set
temperature and the words PNL and FLR. Depending on the
selected temperature, the air will be automatically heated or
cooled.
[IP07800( X)07/94]
FLOOR Button
[IP07900( X)03/95]
Airflow will be to the floor when the FLOOR button is pressed.
The display window will show the set temperature and FLR to
the left of the temperature. The air cannot be cooled in the
FLOOR position, only heated. Fan speed will be automatic
unless manually controlled. If you override the fan speed and
wish to return to automatic fan control, push AUTOMATIC.
Then, again select FLOOR for airflow to the floor.
[IP08000( X)07/94]
FLR & DEF Button
[IP08100( X)03/95]
Push this button to get air to the floor and windshield
defrosters at the same time. The display will show the set
temperature, FLR andVsymbol to indicate FLR & DEF has
been selected. If the outside temperature is about50ÊF (10ÊC) or
warmer, the air will be dehumidified to remove moisture. This
will help to prevent fogging in humid weather.
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[IP08200( X)04/95]
DEFVButton
[IP08300( X)03/95]
Press the defrost button to obtain maximum airflow to the
windshield. Adjust the temperature setting as required for
defrosting. The display window will show the temperature
setting andVsymbol to the left of the temperature. When the
outside temperature is about50ÊF (10ÊC) orwarmer, the air will
be dehumidified to remove moisture.
[IP08400( X)07/94]
REAR FAN OFF Button
[IP08500( X)03/95]
Press this button once to turn on the rear fan circuit. Press the
button again to turn the rear fan off. REAR FAN OFF will be
shown in the display window above the set temperature.
[IP08600( X)03/95]
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[IP08700( X)04/95]
Operating tips
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[IP08800( X)04/95]
The following tips will help you to get the most satisfaction
from your Electronic Automatic Temperature Control system.
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In humid weather, select DEFVbefore starting your
engine. This will help to prevent windshield fogging. After a
few minutes of operation, switch to AUTOMATIC or an
override selection of your choice.
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[IP09000( X)04/95]
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To prevent humidity buildup inside your vehicle, always
drive with the EATC System turned on.
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[IP09100( X)03/95]
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Do not put objects under the front seats that interfere with
the flow of air to the back seat area.
[IP09200( X)03/95]
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Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the air intake area of
your EATC System which could block the air intake. The
intake area is located at the bottom of the windshield.
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[IP09300( X)04/95]
Service
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[IP09400( X)04/95]
If your EATC is not operating as described here, take it to your
dealer to have it checked. System diagnostics are built in which
will allow your dealer to readily identify problems that might
occur.
[IP09500( X)10/94]
Rear Fan and Airflow Operation
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[IP09600( X)03/95]
Fan speed adjustment
[IP09700( X)05/95]
The
H(right) knob controls the volume of air flow. Rotate the
knob upward to increase fan speed and increase the amount of
air entering the vehicle. Three fan speed positions are available
and are indicated by dots beside the
Hknob. The largest dot is
high speed position.
[IP09800( X)10/94]
InO (OFF), all blower motor operation is stopped.
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[IP09900( X)08/94]
Airflow selections
[IP10000( X)05/95]
Q(Vent)
[IP10100( X)05/95]
Airflow will be to the upper console registers whenQis
selected.
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[IP10200( X)08/95]
R(Floor)
[IP10300( X)05/95]
Airflow will be to the floor whenRis selected.
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[IP10400( X)10/94]
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Rear climate controls
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[IP12300( X)06/95]
Rear Window Defroster (If equipped)
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[IP12400( X)12/91]
The defroster for the rear window clears frost, fog, or thin ice
from both the inside and outside of the rear window.
[IP12500( X)10/94]
The control switch is located on the instrument panel to the
right of the radio.
[IP12700( X)08/94]
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Rear window defroster switch
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[IP12800( X)02/95]
To defrost the rear window:
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[IP12900( X)02/95]1.
Clear any snow from the rear window.
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[IP13000( X)09/93]2.
Get in your vehicle and start the engine.
[IP13200( X)06/94]3.
Push the switch and release. The indicator light turns on.
Push switch again to turn off.
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[IP13300( X)02/05]
The defroster turns off automatically after approximately 10
minutes. If the window is not clear, turn on the defroster again.
It will also automatically shut off any time the engine is shut
off.
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[IP13400( X)09/95]
NOTE: Never use sharp instruments or window cleaners with
abrasives to clean the inside of your rear window. If
you do, you may damage the heating elements that
are bonded to the inside of the rear window and
cause damage to the rear window defroster.
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[IP15800( X)10/94]
Liftgate Wiper and Washer (If equipped)
[IP15901( X)10/94]
The wiper/washer switch is to the right of the radio. To turn on
the wiper, rotate the wiper/washer switch to the WIPE position.
To select an interval wipe rotate switch between OFF and HI.
To turn on the washer, push the switch all the way in and hold
for spray. Release the button and the spray stops, but the wiper
continues to operate. To turn off the wiper, rotate the switch to
the OFF position.
[IP15950( X)12/92]
For information about refilling the liftgate washer fluid or
replacing your liftgate wiper blade, seeWindshield washer fluid
andWindshield wipersin the Index.
[IP16000( X)05/95]
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Liftgate wiper/washer button
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[IP16800(ALL)01/95]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[IP16900(ALL)01/95]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
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[IP17000(ALL)09/95]
To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps, marker lamps,
license plate lamps and tail lamps, use the headlamp control
knob to the left of the steering column.
[IP17100(ALL)09/95]1.
Rotate the headlamp control knob to the first position.
Parking lamps, tail lamps, license plate lamps and marker
lamps are now on.
[IP17200(ALL)06/94]2.
Rotate the headlamp control knob to the next position.
Headlamps are now on in addition to the above.
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[IP17250(ALL)09/95]3.
Rotate the thumb wheel when the headlamp control knob is
in an ªONº position to brighten or dim the instrument panel
lamps. Rotate fully upward to operate courtesy and cargo
lamps.
[IP17260(ALL)09/95]
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Headlamp control knob
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[IP17301( X)02/95]
Setting the Autolamp Delay System (If equipped)
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[IP17320( X)02/95]
The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and off
automatically. You can use the autolamp to:
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[IP17340( X)01/95]
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turn on the lamps automatically at night
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[IP17360( X)01/95]
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turn off the lamps automatically during daylight
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[IP17380( X)01/95]
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keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after you turn the
key to OFF.
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[IP17390( X)12/95]
Your vehicle may have one of the following autolamp systems
depending on when it was built:
[IP17400( X)1/96]
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OR
[IP17410( X)12/95]
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If your vehicle is equipped with the first autolamp (with the
ON/OFF button) use the following directions:
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[IP17420( X)01/95]
To set the autolamp:
[IP17440( X)05/95]1.
Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. If the
switch for the headlamps is ON, you cancel the autolamp.
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[IP17460( X)01/95]2.
Turn the ignition key to ON or start your vehicle.
[IP17490( X)12/92]3.
Find the autolamp delay slide knob on the right hand side of
the mirror.
[IP17510( X)12/92]4.
Slide the knob all the way to the left.
[IP17528( X)03/93]5.
Press the autolamp ªOn/Offº button. An indicator light will
glow when the autolamp is on.
[IP17530( X)06/93]6.
The autolamp automatically turns the lamps on and off.
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[IP17570( X)03/93]
To turn the autolamp off, press the On/Off button. The
indicator light will turn off.
[IP17572( X)12/95]
If your vehicle is equipped with the second autolamp (without
the ON/OFF button) use the following directions:
[IP17574( X)12/95]1.
Make sure the headlamp is in the OFF position. If the switch
for the headlamps is ON, you will override the autolamp.
[IP17576( X)12/95]2.
Turn the ignition key to ON or start your vehicle.
[IP17578( X)12/95]3.
Find the autolamp delay slide knob in the center of the
mirror.
[IP17580( X)12/95]4.
Slide the knob to the center of travel.
[IP17582( X)12/95]5.
The autolamp automatically turns the lamps ON and OFF.
[IP17584( X)12/95]
To turn the autolamp OFF, slide the knob all the way to the
left.
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[IP17600( X)12/92]
You can set the autolamp so the lamps stay on for up to three
minutes after you turn your vehicle off.
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[IP17601( X)01/95]
To keep the lamps on after you leave your vehicle:
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[IP17630( X)10/94]
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Move the slider knob to the right. Once the slider knob is to
the right, it controls how long the lamps stay on.
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