service FORD EXPLORER 1996 2.G User Guide

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[LG03800(ALL)02/95]
Anti-lock Brake Warning Light
[LG03925(ALL)03/95]
To check the ABS brake warning light, turn the ignition key to
ON. The ABS brake warning light should glow momentarily.
[LG04050(ALL)06/94]
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Anti-lock warning light symbol
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[LG04100(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If the anti-lock brake system warning light remains on or
comes on while driving, have the braking system checked
by a qualified service technician as soon as possible.
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[LG04110(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-lock system, and the brake
warning light is not lit, the anti-lock system is
disabled but normal brake function remains
operational.
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[LG04150(ALL)07/95]
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
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[LG04301(ALL)08/95]
The safety belt warning light/chime reminds you to fasten your
safety belt. One of the following will take place:
[LG04325(ALL)03/95]
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If the safety belt is not buckled when the key is turned to
the ON position, the light comes on for 60 seconds and the
chime sounds for 4 to 8 seconds.
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[LG04351(ALL)02/95]
n
If the safety belt is buckled while the light is on and the
chime is sounding, both the light and chime turn off.
[LG04355(ALL)03/95]
n
If safety belt is buckled before the key is turned to the ON
position, both the light and the chime will not turn on.
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[LG04400(ALL)08/94]
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Safety belt warning light symbol
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[LG04420(ALL)01/95]
Air Bag Readiness Light
[LG04430(ALL)06/95]
This light illuminates for approximately six seconds when the
ignition key is turned to the ON position to verify that the
indicator bulb is working and the air bag system is operating
normally.
[LG04435(ALL)04/95]
RWARNING
A problem with the air bag system is indicated by one or
more of the following: the readiness light will either
flash or stay lit, or it will not light, or a group of five
beeps will be heard.
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[LG04437(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have
the air bag system serviced at your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
[LG04440(ALL)10/94]
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Air bag readiness light symbol
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[LG04450(ALL)10/94]
Door Ajar Warning Light (If equipped)
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[LG04460(ALL)08/94]
If the ignition switch is in the ON position and any door or the
liftgate is not completely closed, the light will illuminate.
[LG04480(ALL)10/94]
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Door ajar warning light symbol
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[LG04500(ALL)03/95]
Check Engine Warning Light
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[LG04600(ALL)05/95]
The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) system consists
of the hardware and software necessary to monitor the
operation of the powertrain. The OBD II system is designed to
check the function of the vehicle's powertrain control system
during normal operation. If an emission problem is detected, the
Check Engine Warning Light (in the cluster) is turned on.
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[LG04650(ALL)05/95]
Modification or additions to the vehicle may cause incorrect
operation of the OBD II system. Additions such as burglar
alarms, cellular phones, and CB radios must be carefully
installed. Do not install these devices by tapping into or running
wires close to powertrain control system wires or components.
[LG04675(ALL)02/95]
The light comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to
the ON position, but it should turn off when the engine cranks.
If the light does not come on when you turn the ignition to the
ON position or if it comes on and stays on when you are
driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as conveniently
possible. This indicates a possible problem with one of the
engine's emission control systems.You do not need to have
your vehicle towed in.
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[LG04680(ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off at one (1) second intervals while
you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is
misfiring. If this condition persists, damage could occur to the
engine or catalytic convertor. Have your vehicle serviced at the
first opportunity. You do not need to have your vehicle towed
in.
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[LG04685(ALL)05/95]
If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are
driving, it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition
corrected itself.
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[LG04695(ALL)05/95]
On the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light
will turn off as soon as the engine begins to crank. It is not
necessary to have the engine serviced.
[LG04720(ALL)03/95]
Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may
come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. If the light
comes on and you suspect the fuel cap is not properly installed,
pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the
engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it is
properly seated.
[LG04750(ALL)03/95]
After completing the three consecutive warm-up cycles and on
the fourth engine start-up, the Check Engine Warning Light
should turn off. If the light does not go off after the fourth
engine restart, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a
qualified technician.
[LG05300(ALL)04/94]
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Check engine warning light symbol
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[LG05835(ALL)10/94]
Overdrive Off Indicator (If equipped)
[LG05850(ALL)05/95]
This light tells you that the Transmission Control Switch (TCS)
on the gearshift lever has been pushed. When the light is on,
the transmission does not shift into overdrive. Depressing the
button on the shifter once more returns the vehicle to overdrive
mode. The transmission will be in the overdrive mode when the
vehicle is started even if the O/D OFF mode was selected when
the vehicle was last shut off.
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[LG05855(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: If the light does not come on when the TCS is
depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving,
have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity. If
this condition persists, damage could occur to the
transmission.
[LG05865(ALL)10/94]
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Overdrive off light (if equipped)
[LG05870( X)03/95]
Speed Control Light (If equipped)
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[LG05875( X)07/95]
This light comes on when you turn on the speed control system
and set the speed. The light will be on whenever the speed
control is set, even if you override the set speed by pressing the
accelerator pedal or by pressing the coast button. The light will
go off when the brakes are used or the speed control system is
turned off.
[LG05885( X)07/95]
This light does not indicate any problems with the speed control
system, but is only a convenience to tell you when the speed
control system is active and ready to maintain a set speed.
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[LG07500(ALL)05/94]
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
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[LG07601(ALL)06/93]
This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure, not the oil level.
However, if your engine's oil level is low, it could affect the oil
pressure. With the engine running, the pointer should move into
the NORMAL band. If the pointer drops below the NORMAL
band while the engine is running, you have lost oil pressure
and continued operation will cause severe engine damage.
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[LG07701(ALL)03/95]
If you lose engine oil pressure:
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[LG07801(ALL)03/95]1.
Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[LG07901(ALL)03/95]2.
Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
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[LG08001(ALL)02/95]3.
Check the engine's oil level, following the instructions on
checking and adding engine oil. Refer toEngine oilin the
Index. If you do not follow these instructions, you or others
could be injured. To assure an accurate reading, your vehicle
should be on level ground.
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[LG08051(ALL)03/93]4.
If the level is low, add only as much oil as necessary before
you start the engine again. Do not overfill. Do not operate
the engine if the pointer is below the NORMAL band,
regardless of the oil level. Contact your nearest dealer for
further service actions.
[LG08150(ALL)10/94]
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Engine oil pressure gauge Ð mechanical cluster with tachometer
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[LG12240(ALL)01/95]
If the coolant continues to overheat, have the coolant system
serviced as soon as possible.
[LG12325(ALL)10/94]
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Engine coolant temperature gauge Ð mechanical cluster with tachometer
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[LG12601(ALL)01/95]
Speedometer
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[LG12700(ALL)01/95]
The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per
hour your vehicle is moving.
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[LG12753(ALL)08/95]
Some vehicles are equipped with a vehicle speed (mph/km/h)
limiting device that is contained within the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM). The purpose of this device is to maintain peak
vehicle speed below a specified limit. (Vehicle speed limits may
vary based on engine displacement.)
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[LG12756(ALL)05/95]
If you are experiencing an ªengine cut-outº condition at high
speeds, it may be the result of this limiting device. It is a
normal condition and can be avoided by reducing
vehicle/engine speed.
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[LG35650( X)01/95]
To ensure accuracy, turn the ignition OFF when you fill the fuel
tank.
[LG35700( X)06/94]
NOTE: Distance to empty is calculated using a ªRunning
Average Fuel Economyº initialized by the factory. The
value is not the same as the Average Fuel Economy
Display. The Running Average Fuel Economy is based
on more than 500 miles (800 km) of driving history.
Also, the factory default for Running Average Fuel
Economy is reinitialized if the battery is disconnected.
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[LG35750( X)05/95]
If the ªFUEL LEVEL ERRORº message is displayed, this means
that there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you
should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible.
[LG35800( X)03/95]
A second consecutive press of the FUEL RANGE switch allows
you to display how many miles or kilometers you have driven
since you last reset this feature. A press of the RESET switch
with MILE (KM) DRIVEN displayed resets the distance driven
to 0.0 miles or kilometers.
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[LG35850( X)05/95]
Fuel Status
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[LG35900( X)01/95]
A press of the FUEL STATUS switch allows you to display one
of two features (Fuel Remaining or Fuel Used). The first press
of the FUEL STATUS switch allows you to display the
approximate amount of fuel in the tank in whole numbers
(gallons or liters).
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[LG35950( X)01/95]
If your fuel tank is full or nearly full, the M/C will display the
ªFULL FUEL TANKº message. If your fuel tank is empty or
nearly empty, the M/C will display the ªEMPTY FUEL TANKº
message.
[LG36000( X)04/94]
A second consecutive press of the FUEL STATUS switch allows
you to display the amount of fuel used since you last reset this
feature. A press of the RESET switch with GALLONS (LITERS)
USED displayed resets the amount to 0.0 gallons or liters used.
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[LG36050( X)01/95]
Because of factors like rounding of numbers and fuel movement
in the tank, the M/C and the service station fuel pump readings
may disagree slightly.
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[LG36100( X)05/95]
Fuel Economy
[LG36150( X)10/94]
A press of the FUEL ECON switch allows you to display one of
two features (Average Fuel Economy or Instantaneous Fuel
Economy). The first press of the FUEL ECON switch will allow
you to display your average fuel economy in miles/gallons or
liters/kilometers. Your M/C computes this figure using the
distance traveled and fuel used information. If you want to reset
this feature, press the RESET switch while the average fuel
economy feature is displayed. Your average fuel economy will
then use data only from after the RESET was pressed to
calculate the new average.
[LG36200( X)10/94]
A second consecutive press of the FUEL ECON switch will
allow you to display the instantaneous fuel economy, which is
the fuel economy that you get at any particular moment. For
example, you can see what your fuel economy is in heavy traffic
or on an open highway. Your fuel economy is affected by such
factors as braking, acceleration, and the type of road you are
driving on.
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[LG36250( X)01/95]
Your vehicle must be moving for the M/C to calculate the fuel
economy. When your vehicle is not moving, instantaneous fuel
economy will be displayed at 0 miles/gallon or
99 kilometers/100 liters. When you are moving, the M/C will
display between 0 and 99 miles/gallon or between 1 and
99 kilometers/100 liters.
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[LG36300( X)01/95]
Reset
[LG36350( X)01/95]
A press of the RESET switch will allow you to reset the current
feature being displayed. Warnings, Distance Driven, Average
Fuel Economy, Fuel Used, and your Personalized Oil Reset
Percentage are the only features which respond to the RESET
switch. Distance to Empty, Fuel Remaining, and Instantaneous
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101 for service as soon as possible. For Fuel Level, the first message
will indicate the fuel level status (OK or LOW) and the second
message will indicate the range (distance to empty).
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[LG37500( X)01/95]
Message center operation during system check
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[LG37550( X)01/95]
The M/C switches will operate as follows during the System
Check sequence:
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[LG37600( X)01/95]1.
A press of the SYSTEM CHECK switch will advance the
cycle to the next system message without waiting the two
seconds.
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[LG37650( X)01/95]2.
A press of the RESET switch anytime during this sequence
will cause the SYSTEM CHECK cycle to conclude
immediately and the last displayed feature before pressing
SYSTEM CHECK will be displayed.
[LG37700( X)04/94]3.
A press of the RANGE, FUEL STATUS, OR FUEL
ECONOMY, switch will conclude the SYSTEM CHECK cycle
and the requested feature will be displayed.
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[LG37750( X)01/95]4.
A press of the ENGLISH/METRIC switch will halt the
SYSTEM CHECK cycle and display, in the new mode, the
last displayed feature before pressing the SYSTEM CHECK
switch.
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[LG37800( X)01/95]5.
A press of the OIL CHANGE RESET switch during the
sequence will cause the SYSTEM CHECK cycle to conclude
and the Oil Change Reset Procedure will begin.
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[LG37850( X)01/95]
System Warnings
[LG37900( X)01/95]
System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions
in your vehicle's operating systems. There are twelve warning
messages which can be displayed by the Message Center (M/C)
to show the status of the monitored systems. When a warning
occurs, the warning message is displayed and a tone sounds.
The warning message will appear at a brighter level if the
instrument panel is dimmed.
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