length FORD EXPLORER 1997 2.G Owners Manual

1. Remove the shade from the
vehicle and extend it with the
smooth grain facing you.
2. Wrap the vinyl around the roller
tube twice. Tuck the edges of the
vinyl inside the end cap with each
wrap.
3. Fold the edges of the vinyl
towards center, making sure that
the edges clear the end cap slots.
Use tape or a rubber band to hold
the vinyl to the left side of the
tube.
4. Push in the right end cap
(marked RH) about
1¤4of the total
length to disengage the clutch and
hold the end cap in while turning
the roller tube toward you 14
times.
5. Let go of the right end cap. The
clutch will now engage and stop
the shade from losing its spring
tension.
6. Unfold the vinyl and place it
into the end cap slots.
7. Insert the shade into the side
mounting brackets and check to
make sure that it operates
properly.
ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
When armed, the anti-theft system
prevents unauthorized entry into
your vehicle.
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Using lap belts
Adjusting the lap belt
A lap belt is located in the center
of the rear seat.
To shorten the belt:
²Buckle the belt.
²Pull the loose end of the belt
until snug.
To lengthen the belt:
²Tip and pull the tongue.
Do not wear the lap belt around
your waist.
Safety belt indicator light and
warning chime
illuminates in the instrument
cluster and a chime sounds to
remind the occupants to fasten
their safety belts:
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Safety belt extension assembly
The safety belt may be too short
even when it is fully extended.
Approximately 20 cm (8 inches)
may be added to the length of the
belt with a safety belt extension
(part # 611C22). Safety belt
extensions are available at no cost
from your dealer.
Only use extensions manufactured
by the same supplier as the safety
belt. Manufacturer identification is
located at the end of the webbing
on the label.
Do not use the extension to
change the fit of the shoulder belt
across the torso.
AIR BAG / SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Important supplemental
restraint system (SRS)
precautions
The supplemental restraint system
is designed to:
²work with the safety belt to
protect the driver and right
front passenger
²reduce certain upper body
injuries
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The blade lengths for your vehicle
are as follows:
²Windshield wiper blades Ð 56
cm (16 in)
²Liftgate wiper blades Ð 41 cm
(22 in)
To replace the wiper blades:
1. Pull the wiper arm away from
the windshield and lock into
service position.
2. Turn the blade at an angle from
the wiper arm. Push the lock pin
with a screwdriver to release the
blade and pull the wiper blade
down toward the windshield to
remove it from the wiper arm.
3. Attach the new wiper blade to
the wiper arm and press it in place
until a click is heard.
IMPORTANT TIRE
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Information about tire quality
grades
New vehicles are fitted with tires
that have their Tire Quality Grade
(described below) molded into the
tire's sidewall. These Tire Quality
Grades are determined by
standards that the United States
Department of Transportation has
set.
Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic tires for use on
passenger cars. They do not apply
to deep tread, winter-type snow
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3Add 4±ounces of additive friction
modifier C8AZ-19B546±A, Ford
specification EST-M2C118±A, for
complete Traction-lok rear axles.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.0L 2V V-64.0L 2V V-6
SOHC5.0L 2V V-8
Cubic inches 245 245 302
Horsepower 160 @ 4200 rpm 205 @ 5000 rpm 211 @ 4600
Torque 225 @ 2800 rpm 250 @ 3000 rpm 274 @ 3200 rpm
Required fuel
grade87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)
Ignition system DIS DIS DIS
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Dimensions cm(inches)
1Overall length 468 cm (184.3 in)
2Overall width 187 cm (70.2 in)
3Maximum height 170 cm (67.3 in)
4Wheelbase 284 cm (111.9 in)
5Front track / rear 148 cm (58.3 in)
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