tow FORD EXPLORER 1996 2.G Owner's Manual

Features
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[FV57350( X)01/95]
The moon roof has a sliding shade that you can manually open
or close to block the sun when the glass panel is shut.
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[FV57450( X)06/94]
To close the sliding shade, pull the shade toward the front of
the vehicle. The shade automatically opens when the moon roof
is opened.
[FV57550( X)06/94]
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Moon roof switch
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[FV72500( X)08/94]
Luggage Rack (If equipped)
[FV72600( X)12/92]
Loading the Luggage Rack
[FV72700( X)10/94]
If your vehicle is equipped with the luggage rack, load your
luggage as far back as it will safely go on the rack. Do not
carry more than 100 pounds (45 kg) or cause the vehicle to
exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or its gross axle
weight rating (GAWR front and rear), which are shown on the
Safety Compliance Certification Label.
[FV72800( X)2/96]
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Luggage rack
[FV72900( X)07/92]
Luggage Rack Adjustment
[FV73000( X)08/94]
The rear crossbar of the luggage rack can be adjusted toward
the front or rear of your vehicle. To unlock the crossbar, slide
the locking switches at each end of the rear crossbar toward the
rear of the vehicle until the word ªUNLOCKEDº appears. The
crossbar is now free to slide forward or backward in the guide
rails.
[FV73100( X)10/94]
Adjust the crossbar to the desired position and lock into place
by pushing the locking switches on each end of the crossbar
toward the front of the vehicle.
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The rear rack can be completely removed in the ªUNLOCKEDº
position by sliding the crossbar toward the rear of the vehicle
until it becomes free of the guide rails.
[FV73300( X)12/92]
ªDº Ring Adjustment
[FV73400( X)12/95]
The luggage rack has two ªDº rings (one on each side of the
luggage rack guide rails) that can be adjusted to secure cargo.
Turn the ªDº rings counterclockwise to loosen. Move the ªDº
rings to the desired positions and lock into place by turning the
ªDº ring clockwise. The ªDº rings should only be tightened by
hand.
[FV73500( X)06/94]
Items should be properly secured to the luggage rack to prevent
them from coming loose and creating a safety hazard on the
roadway.
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[AS29785(ALL)08/91]4.
Insert loaded disc magazine into chamber unit with the
arrow on top of the disc magazine pointing toward the
changer (Figure 4). Make sure magazine is fully inserted into
changer.
[AS29790(ALL)09/94]
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Figure 4
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[AS29795(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: To remove one or more compact disc(s) from the disc
magazine, push the corresponding lever(s) to the back.
Disc(s) will partially come out for easy removal.
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[AS29805(ALL)01/95]5.
Close unit by sliding changer panel door to the left.
[AS29810(ALL)10/94]
The Compact Disc Changer unit is now ready to play using the
controls of your Audio System.
[AS29817( X)10/94]
How to Operate the Ford 6-CD Changer Using the
Controls on the Radio (Luxury and Premium Audio
Systems only)
[AS29821( X)10/94]
If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford 6-CD Changer System,
you can operate it through the controls of your Luxury or
Premium Audio System.
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[AS29822(ALL)02/95]
How to begin CD Changer play
[AS29825(ALL)03/95]
Press the“CD”button to begin CD play. The 6-CD Changer
will automatically begin playing the first track (selection) of the
first disc loaded in the unit. The display will indicate“cd-dd”
for disc number and track number and then display“TT-tt”for
track number and the“dd-tt”for current disc and track number.
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Terrain
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[AS35700(ALL)08/95]
The terrain (hilly, mountainous, tall buildings) of the area over
which the signal travels may prevent the FM signal from being
noise-free.
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[AS35900(ALL)08/95]
If there is a building or large structure between the antenna and
station, some of the signal”bends“around the building, but
certain spots receive almost no signal. Moving out of the
”shadow“of the structure will allow the station to return to
normal.
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[AS36000(ALL)08/95]
When the radio waves are reflected off objects or structures, the
reflected signal cancels the normal signal, causing the antenna to
pick up noise and distortion. Cancellation effects are most
prominent in metropolitan areas, but also can become quite
severe in hilly terrain and depressed roadways.
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[AS36100(ALL)08/95]
To minimize these conditions, a stereo/mono blend circuit has
been incorporated into this system. This feature automatically
switches a weak stereo signal to a clearer monaural signal,
which improves the quality of reception.
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[AS36200(ALL)08/95]
Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM
frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms.
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[AS36300(ALL)08/95]
Another reception phenomenon isStrong Signal Capture and
Overload.This can occur when listening to a weak station and
when passing another broadcast tower. The close station may
capture the more distant station, although the displayed
frequency does not change. While passing the tower, the station
may switch back and forth a few times before returning to the
original station.
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[AS36400(ALL)08/95]
When several broadcast towers are present (common in
metropolitan areas) several stations may overload the receiver,
resulting in considerable station changing, mixing and
distortion.
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P (Park)
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[DR10600(ALL)03/94]
Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park).
This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear
wheels from turning. To securely latch the gearshift in the P
(Park) position, pull it toward you, push it completely
counterclockwise against the stop, and then push it toward the
instrument panel.
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[DR10650(ALL)03/94]
The gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) if you cannot rotate
it in a clockwise direction without lifting it toward you.
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[DR10700(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
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[DR10800(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.
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[DR11100(ALL)06/94]
Forced Downshifts
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[DR11200(ALL)04/95]
To gain extra acceleration injOverdrive or Drive (O/D OFF),
push the accelerator to the floor. The transmission will
automatically downshift to the appropriate gear: third, second
or first.
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[DR11235(ALL)03/94]
Power Braking
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[DR11275(ALL)03/94]
Increasing the engine speed above idle without vehicle
movement (such as holding the brake) in a forward or reverse
gear causes transmission stall.
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[DR11285(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Continued operation in the stall condition can result
in transmission overheat, malfunction or fluid
expulsion.
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other vehicle systems and components may also be damaged.
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[DR27975(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h). The
tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
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[DR28050(ALL)03/95]
Driving With a Heavy Load
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[DR28101(ALL)01/95]
There are limits to the amount of weight your vehicle can carry
or tow. The total weight of your vehicle, plus the weight of the
passengers and cargo, should never be more than the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight that your
vehicle carries over the front axle and rear axle should never be
more than the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the
respective axle.
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[DR28150(ALL)08/95]
The weight limits of your vehicle's tires affect the GVWR or
GAWR limitations. Usage of replacement tires with higher
weight limits than originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR.
Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may lower GVWR
and GAWR limitations.
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[DR28201(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
If the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label is exceeded, your vehicle
may be damaged or you may lose control and injure
someone.
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[DR28750(ALL)01/93]
Vehicle/Trailer Loads
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[DR28801(ALL)06/92]
All vehicles may tow a Class I trailer provided the Gross
Combined Weight (GCW) is less than or equal to the GVWR
shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. For heavier
trailer applications, refer to the towing information found later
in this chapter.
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[DR28950(ALL)02/95]
Trailer Towing (may require trailer tow option package)
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[DR29001(ALL)03/91]
Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your vehicle's engine,
transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. For your safety
and for the good of your vehicle, use the right equipment for
the type of trailer you tow.
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[DR29025(ALL)09/92]
Your trailer towing capability will vary based on the standard
and optional equipment on your vehicle. Refer to the following
Vehicle Loading/Towing Informationand the Trailer Towing Tables
to determine the specific towing capability of your vehicle.
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[DR29050(ALL)02/92]
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Stay within the load limits when you tow.
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[DR29101(ALL)01/95]
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Carefully and thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing,
making sure to use the right equipment and to attach it
properly. (SeePreparing to Towin this chapter.)
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[DR29151(ALL)01/95]
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Use extra caution when driving your vehicle while you tow.
(SeeDriving while you towin this chapter.)
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[DR29201(ALL)01/95]
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Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer.
(SeeServicing your vehicle if you towin this chapter.)
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[DR29350(ALL)05/94]
Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least
500 miles (800 km).
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[DR29401(ALL)06/92]
Vehicle Loading/Towing Information
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[DR29450(ALL)03/91]
Your vehicle's load capacity is designated by weight, not
volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space with
large or heavy loads. Maximum safe vehicle weights as well as
tire, rim sizes and inflation pressures are specified for your
vehicle at the assembly plant on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label. The Certification Label is located on the left
front door lock facing or the door latch post pillar.
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Safety Compliance Certification Label
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[DR29950(ALL)06/92]
Do not use the sample numbers on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label shown. Use the actual numbers from your
vehicle certification label.
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[DR30001(ALL)06/92]
Understanding Loading/Towing Information
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[DR30050(ALL)03/94]
The following terms are used to describe the ability to carry or
tow a load:
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[DR30101(ALL)01/93]
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Base Curb Weight
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[DR30150(ALL)01/93]
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Payload
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[DR30200(ALL)01/93]
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GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
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[DR30250(ALL)01/93]
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GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
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[DR30301(ALL)01/93]
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GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
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[DR31120(ALL)06/92]
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
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[DR31130(ALL)06/92]
GCWR is the maximum combined weight of the towing
vehicle (including passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer.
The GCWR is specified by the manufacturer to indicate the
combined maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is designed
to tow.
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[DR31140(ALL)06/92]
Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
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[DR31150(ALL)05/95]
The maximum trailer weight rating is the maximum weight of a
trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow. It is specified by the
manufacturer and is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb
weight for each engine/transmission combination, any required
option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver
from the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
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[DR31160(ALL)06/92]
Maximum Trailer Weight
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[DR31170(ALL)05/95]
The maximum trailer weight is the maximum weight of a trailer
the loaded vehicle is permitted to tow. It is determined by
subtracting the weight of the loaded towing vehicle (including
passengers and cargo) from the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
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[DR31180(ALL)06/92]
Trailer Weight Range
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[DR31190(ALL)06/92]
The trailer weight range is a specified range by weight, which
the trailer must fall within, ranging from zero to the maximum
trailer weight rating.
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[DR31301(ALL)03/91]
Calculating The Load
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[DR31350(ALL)03/91]
To know how much weight your vehicle can carry:
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[DR31401(ALL)12/91]
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Obtain ratings from your Safety Compliance Certification
Label, and the Trailer towing specifications in the owner
guide (refer to the Index)
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[DR31450(ALL)07/95]
Ð Refer to the following sample illustration to locate the
various ratings on your Safety Compliance Certification
Label.
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