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Warning Lights and Gauges
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The Mechanical Cluster
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The following warning lights and gauges are on the mechanical
cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to
possible problems with your vehicle. Some of the lights listed
are optional. The following sections detail what each of these
indicators means.
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Brake System Warning Light
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The warning light for the brakes can show two things Ð that
the parking brake is not fully released, or that the brake fluid
level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is
low, the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a
qualified service technician.
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[LG03400(ALL)05/94]
This light comes on when you turn the ignition key to START
to verify that the indicator bulb is working. If the light stays on
or comes on after you have released the parking brake fully,
have the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be
working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately.
[LG03600(ALL)04/94]
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Brake warning light symbols
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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Safety belt warning light symbol
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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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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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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG39200( X)04/94]
Check Brake Lamps
[LG39250( X)03/95]
This warning message is displayed when you turn on your
brakelamps by pressing the brake pedal and at least one of the
lamps is burned out.
[LG39300( X)04/94]
If you use additional lights, such as trailer lights, or if you
replace the headlamps or bulbs with equipment that is not equal
to the original equipment from Ford, you may get a false
ªCHECK LAMPSº warning or no warning at all.
[LG39350( X)06/94]
Air Ride Switch Off (If equipped)
[LG39400( X)03/95]
This warning message is displayed when the air suspension
switch, located in the rear jack stowage area on the left side, is
off. For information about the operation of the air suspension
switch, seeAutomatic ride control systemin the Index.
[LG39450( X)06/94]
Check Air Ride System (If equipped)
[LG39500( X)03/95]
This warning message is displayed when an air suspension
system fault has been detected. If this warning message is
displayed while driving, safely pull off the road at your earliest
convenience. If the vehicle is loaded beyond the recommended
maximum payload, the CHECK AIR RIDE SYSTEM message
may be displayed. This is a normal condition if the vehicle is
overloaded. To correct this condition, remove or redistribute the
payload per the recommended maximum requirements. Turn the
ignition switch from ON to OFF and ON again. If the warning
message reappears, turn the air suspension switch (located in
the rear jack stowage area on the left side) OFF and take your
vehicle to a dealership for service as soon as possible.
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Change Oil Soon or Oil Change Required
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One of these warning messages is displayed when the engine oil
life remaining is 5% or less. When Oil Life Left is between 5%
and 0%, the ªCHANGE OIL SOONº message will be displayed.
When Oil Life Left reaches 0%, the ªOIL CHANGE REQUIREDº
message will be displayed.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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The further you move the slide knob toward the right, the
longer the headlamps stay on after you leave your vehicle.
Similarly, if you move the slide knob only slightly toward
the left, the headlamps stay on for only a moment after you
turn your vehicle off.
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Fog Lamps (If equipped)
[IP17725(ALL)03/95]
The fog lamps switch is located on the instrument panel to the
right of the radio and climate control.
[IP17730(ALL)05/95]
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To turn the fog lamps on, turn on the low-beam headlamps,
then push the fog lamp switch. An indicator light will glow
when the lamps are on.
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To turn off, push the switch again.
[IP17750(ALL)05/95]
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Fog lamp switch
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The fog lamps act as a supplement to the low beam headlamps
under limited visibility conditions such as rain, snow, dust or
fog and operate only when the low beam headlamps are on.
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[IP17770(ALL)02/93]
To maximize fog lamp bulb life it is recommended that the fog
lamp switch be turned off after each use prior to turning off the
headlamps.
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Driving Your Explorer
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RWARNING
The Anti-lock system does NOT assist the vehicle in
stopping quickly on wet or icy surfaces. Heavy braking
combined with poor road conditions could cause you to
lose steering control of your vehicle.
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Using anti-lock brakes
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The operation of a vehicle with 4WABS is not similar to the
operation of normal brakes. Some differences exist and are listed
below:
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Apply the brake steadily. In the event of a panic stop, do
NOT ªpumpº the brakes. ªPumpingº the brakes during an
Anti-lock stop will diminish braking effectiveness.
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During an Anti-lock stop, the driver will notice a brake
pedal pulsation and hear some noise from the engine
compartment. This is an indication that the 4WABS system is
working correctly and is normal.
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RWARNING
The Anti-lock system does NOT decrease the time
necessary to apply the brakes. Always leave enough room
between the vehicle in front of you and your vehicle.
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[DR22950(ALL)05/95]
4WABS driver warning light
[DR22955(ALL)10/94]
The 4WABS computer continuously monitors the system while
driving for any electrical faults or system malfunctions. In
addition, the 4WABS computer performs an initial system check
called bulb proveout when the vehicle ignition is switched on.
During bulb proveout, the ABS light on the instrument cluster
will momentarily illuminate and then go out.
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[DR22960(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: After starting the vehicle and upon initial drive-off,
the driver may notice a single pulse of the brake
pedal and a noise from the engine compartment. This
is part of the initial system check and is normal.
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Safety Chains
[DR37925( X)03/93]
Located near the step bumper hitch ball position are two holes
in the underside of the hitch plate for a Class II trailer (max).
These holes may be used for safety chain attachment when
towing with the step bumper. Always use safety chains when
towing. Safety chains are used to retain connection between the
towing and towed vehicle in the event of separation of the
trailer coupling or ball. Cross the chains under the trailer tongue
and allow slack for turning corners. Connect the chain to the
hitch plate using a positive coupling, such as ªQuick Linksº,
with a strength rating of at least that of the safety chain rating.
[DR37950( X)12/92]
When using a frame mounted trailer hitch, do not attach the
safety chains to the step bumper. Attach the safety chains to the
frame mounted hitch using the recommendations supplied by
the hitch manufacturer.
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Trailer Brakes
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Separate trailer brakes are required on most towed vehicles
weighing over 1,500 lb (680 kg).
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RWARNING
Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly
to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not
have enough braking power and your chances of having
a collision greatly increase.
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Trailer Lamps
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Make sure your trailer lamps conform to Federal and local
regulations.
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[DR38425(ALL)03/91]
Class I and Class II Trailer Tow electrical wiring provides two
circuits (right hand and left hand) to operate trailer stop/turn
tail lamps. Each stop/turn circuit will operate one combination
stop/turn light bulb (# 1157, 3157, 2357, or 3357) on the trailer.
Never add more than one trailer light bulb to one circuit.
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Servicing Your Explorer
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Service Made Easy
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Ford has two goals for servicing your vehicle.
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When we can, we design parts that do not need to be
serviced.
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[SV00600(ALL)01/95]2.
We want to make servicing your vehicle as easy as possible.
To help you:
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We highlight do-it-yourself items in yellow in the engine
compartment so that you can find them easily.
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When possible, we design parts Ð such as the headlamp
bulbs Ð that can be replaced without tools.
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We give you a Maintenance Schedule that makes tracking
routine service for your vehicle easy. The maintenance
schedule is located in theMaintenance Schedule and Record
booklet.
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This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to
check and service regularly.
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If your vehicle needs professional servicing, your dealership can
provide the parts and service required. Check yourWarranty
Information Bookletto find out which parts and services are
covered. Also see theCustomer Assistancechapter of this Owner
Guide.
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Ford Motor Company recommends that the Owner Maintenance
Checks listed in theMaintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet be
performed for the proper operation of your vehicle. In addition
to the conditions listed in theOwner Maintenance Checklist,be
alert for any unusual noise, vibration, or other indication that
your vehicle may need service. If you do notice something
unusual, see that your vehicle is serviced promptly.
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Lights and Bulb Replacement
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It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights
frequently:
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headlamps
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high-mount brakelamp
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[SV44900(ALL)01/95]
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tail lamps
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[SV45000(ALL)01/95]
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brakelamps
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[SV45100(ALL)01/95]
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hazard flasher
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[SV45200(ALL)01/95]
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turn signals
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[SV45300(ALL)01/95]
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license plate lamp
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[SV45350(ALL)02/95]
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fog lamps
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The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if:
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[SV45500(ALL)01/95]
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oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your
vehicle's high beams when you do not have the high beams
on
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[SV45600(ALL)01/95]
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the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see
clearly at night
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[SV45700(ALL)01/95]
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the headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a
position slightly down and to the right
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Servicing Your Explorer
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Headlamp Bulb
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The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable bulbs. When the
lamp burns out, simply replace the bulb, rather than the whole
lamp.
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[SV46000(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out
of children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic
base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand
could cause the bulb to break the next time the
headlamps are operated.
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[SV46050(ALL)12/91]
NOTE: If the bulb is accidently touched, it should be cleaned
with rubbing alcohol before being used.
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[SV46100(ALL)01/95]
Do not remove the burned-out bulb unless you can immediately
replace it with a new one. If a bulb is removed for an extended
period of time, contaminants may enter the headlamp housing
and affect its performance.
[SV46200(ALL)04/94]
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Parts of a headlamp
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Removing the headlamp bulb
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Make sure that the headlamp switch is in the OFF position.
[SV46501( X)05/95]2.
Lift the hood, open the hinged headlamp cover, and behind
the headlamp remove the electrical connector by grasping
the wires and pulling rearward.
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[SV46700(ALL)04/95]3.
Remove the bulb retaining ring by turning it 1/8 of a turn to
free it from the socket. Then slide the ring off the plastic
base.Keep the ring.You must use it again to hold the new
bulb in place.
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[SV46800(ALL)04/95]4.
Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its socket by
gently pulling it rearward without turning.
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[SV46900(ALL)03/95]
Installing the headlamp bulb
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With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base facing upward,
insert the glass end of the bulb into the socket. You may
need to turn the bulb left or right to line up the grooves in
the plastic base with the tabs in the socket. When the
grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the socket until the
plastic base contacts the rear of the socket.
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[SV47100(ALL)08/95]2.
Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it
contacts the rear of the socket. Lock the ring into the socket
by rotating it clockwise until you feel a ªstop.º
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[SV47200(ALL)02/95]3.
Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base
until it snaps, locking it into position.
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[SV47300(ALL)02/95]4.
Turn the headlamps on and make sure that they work
properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you
changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again.
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