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Starting Your Explorer
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Ignition
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Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
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The positions of the key in the ignition lock cylinder.
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ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's electrical accessories
such as the radio and the windshield wipers to operate while
the engine is not running.
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In order to turn the key from the ON or OFF position to the
ACCESSORY position, you must push the key release button if
your vehicle's manual transmission gearshift is mounted on the
floor.
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LOCK locks the steering wheel and gearshift lever.
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RWARNING
Turn the key to LOCK whenever you leave your vehicle.
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). Never
leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.
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LOCK is the only position that allows you to remove the key.
The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle from theft.
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If your key is stuck in the LOCK position and will not turn,
move your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely.
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OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories
without locking the steering wheel or the automatic
transmission gearshift lever.
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ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights (except the
brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you
start the engine. The key returns to the ON position once the
engine is started and remains in this position while the engine
runs.
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START cranks the engine. Release the key once the engine starts
so that you do not damage the starter. The key should return to
ON when you release it. The START position also allows you to
test the brake warning light.
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Ignition Key Buzzer or Chime
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The buzzer or chime will sound if you open the driver's door
while the key is in the ignition. Never leave your vehicle
unattended with the key in the ignition.
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Removing the Key From the Ignition
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Procedures for removing your key from the ignition will vary,
depending on the type of gearshift your vehicle has. Gearshift
levers may be mounted on the steering column or on the floor
or console.
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If you have a manual transmission, you have a key release lever
which allows you to remove your key from the ignition. The
key release lever is on the upper right of the steering column,
just above the key lock cylinder.
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If your vehicle's gearshift lever is mounted on the
column:
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Put the gearshift in P (Park).
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Set the parking brake fully before removing your foot from
the service brake. (This will avoid ªbindingº or ªloadingº the
park gear if you park on a grade.)
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Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
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Remove the key.
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If your vehicle's gearshift lever is mounted on the
floor:
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Put the gearshift in 1 (First).
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Turn the ignition key to OFF.
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Set the parking brake fully before removing your foot from
the service brake.
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Push and hold in the key release button.
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Turn the key to LOCK.
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Remove the key.
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RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that
the gearshift is latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission).
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RWARNING
Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in
your vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves
or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle.
Further, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed
vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause
severe and possibly fatal injuries to people as well as
animals.
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Fuel-Injected Engines
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When starting a fuel-injected engine,the most important thing
to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you
have problems getting your vehicle started. SeeStarting Your
Enginein this chapter for details about when to use the
accelerator while you start your vehicle.
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Starting Your Vehicle
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Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
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RWARNING
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other
enclosed area. Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more
than a short period of time with the engine running.
Exhaust fumes are toxic. SeeGuarding Against Exhaust
Fumesin this chapter for more instructions.
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Before you start your vehicle, do the following:
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Make sure all occupants in the vehicle buckle their safety
belts. SeeSafety Restraintsin the Index for more details.
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Make sure the headlamps and other accessories are turned
off when starting.
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If you have an automatic transmission,make sure that the
gearshift lever is in P (Park) and the parking brake is set
before you turn the key.
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If you have a manual transmission,make sure that the
parking brake is fully set, push the clutch pedal to the floor,
and put the gearshift into Neutral before you turn the key.
(Remember, the starter will operate only if the clutch pedal
is pushed in all the way).
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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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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.
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Brake warning light symbols
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Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive
cleaners to clean the lamps, as these may cause scratches or
crack the lamps.
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Daytime Running Light System
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(Canadian vehicles only)
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The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam
headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when:
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The headlamp system is in the OFF position, and
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The vehicle has a fully released parking brake.
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The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not
be on.
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RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will not
illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps. Turn on
your headlamps at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
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Lighting Up the Instrument Panel and the Interior of
Your Vehicle
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The instrument panel lights can be turned on by turning the
headlamp knob toward either the first or second position. You
can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by rotating the
thumb wheel.
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The interior lights will shut off after 25 seconds with all the
doors closed, or immediately when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position, or if the vehicle speed is above five MPH
(8 km/h). The interior lights will turn off after 40 minutes if
any of the doors are left open. Refer toBattery Saverin the
Featuressection for more details.
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Driving Your Explorer
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Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift
lever from position to position. If you do not hold the
brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly
and injure someone.
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Once you place the gearshift securely into position, gradually
release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary.
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NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock
feature. This feature prevents you from shifting from
P (Park) unless you have the brake pedal depressed.
(The ignition must be in the ON position.) If you
cannot shift from P (Park) with the brake pedal
depressed:
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Apply the parking brake.
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Remove the key.
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Insert the key and rotate it one position clockwise (ignition
in the OFF position).
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Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral). (If the
vehicle is shifted back to P [Park], you must repeat the
previous steps.)
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Start the vehicle.
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If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the alternate
procedure described above, it is possible that a fuse has blown
and that your brakelamps may also not be functional. Please
refer to the chapter titledServicing Your Explorerin this Owner
Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses.
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RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY
THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING.
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P (Park)
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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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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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RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
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RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.
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Forced Downshifts
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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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Power Braking
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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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NOTE: Continued operation in the stall condition can result
in transmission overheat, malfunction or fluid
expulsion.
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When you slow down or climb a steep hill, always downshift
before the engine starts to lose power. Downshifting reduces the
chance of stalling and gives your vehicle better acceleration to
increase speed again.
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When you drive down steep hills, downshifting helps you keep
a safe speed and helps prevent unnecessary wear on the brakes.
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When you come to a stop, do not downshift through each gear.
Disengage the clutch and use the brake as necessary.
Downshifting through the gears decreases your vehicle's fuel
economy.
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RWARNING
Continued use of a damaged or worn clutch, prolonged
clutch slippage or downshifting at excessive speeds can
result in a failure of the engine, transmission or clutch
components.
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Transmission Function
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Upshift at the speeds specified in the chart. All forward gears
are synchronized allowing you to shift into them with your
vehicle in motion. The clutch pedal should be fully depressed
when shifting.
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NOTE: Shifting during extremely low rpm's can result in a
momentary audible rattle which disappears as vehicle
rpm's are increased. Shifting at higher speeds will
eliminate this sound.
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Parking
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To park your vehicle, apply the service brake pedal, and shift
into N (Neutral) while still maintaining pressure on the service
brake. Set the parking brake fully. Shift into first and turn off
the ignition.
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Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move
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Steering Your Vehicle
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Your vehicle comes with power steering. Power steering uses
energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle.
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If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a
constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked.
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is
turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more
effort.
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Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or left for
more than five seconds if the engine is running. This can
damage the power steering pump.
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NOTE: After any severe impact such as striking large
potholes, sliding into curbs on icy roads, or a collision
involving the front end, observe the steering wheel
alignment. If the spokes of the steering wheel seem to
be in a different position while going straight down
the road, have the front suspension and steering
checked for possible damage.
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