radio antenna FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual

Radio frequency information
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio
and Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies
AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies
are:
AM 530, 540±1600, 1610 kHz
FM 87.7, 87.9±107.7, 107.9 MHz
Not all frequencies are used in a given area.
Radio reception factors
Three factors can affect radio reception:
²Distance/strength.The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is.
The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km
(24 miles). This range can be affected by ªsignal modulation.º Signal
modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their
strength/volume relative to other stations.
²Terrain.Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle's
antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems.
Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering
structure (out of its ªshadowº) returns your reception to normal.
²Station overload.Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger
signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal may
temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station
frequency is displayed.
The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it
will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo.
Audio system warranties and service
Refer to the ªWarranty Guideº for audio system warranty information.
If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified technician.
Controls and features
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 30A Radio Sense, 4x4, ABS Control
Module
2 20A Folding Mirror, Moon Roof,
Heated Seats, Moon roof
3 20A Radio, Amplifier, Power Antenna
4 5A Digital Transmission Range Sensor
5 15A Flasher Relay (Turn, Hazards)
6 10A Right Horn
7 15A Heated Mirrors
8 30A Washer Pump Relays (Front and
Rear), Front Wiper Control
9 15A Rear Wiper Coil and Contact
10 10A Heated Backlight Relay Coil,
Heated Seat Module, Temp Blend
Actuator, A/C Clutch Contact
11 Ð Not Used
12 5A Foglamp Switch,4x4module
13 5A Over Drive Cancel Switch, GEM
Start, Flex Fuel Sender
14 5A PATS Module
15 5A 4 x 4, Memory Seat Disable
16 5A Power Mirror, Security Module
(turn), Manual Climate Control
17 15A Delayed Acc. Coil, Battery Saver,
Interior Lamps
18 10A Left Horn
19 Ð Not Used
20 5A Memory Module, GEM Module
21 5A Instrument Cluster, Compass,
Flasher Coil
22 Ð Not Used
23 15A Brake Pedal Position Switch
24 15A Cigar Lighter, OBD II
Roadside emergencies
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