maintenance FORD EXPLORER 2006 4.G Severe Duty Supplement Manual

Introduction
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Maintenance and care
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Special service equipment
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ABOUT THIS SUPPLEMENT
This booklet supplements your Owner’s guide and is part of the owner’s
portfolio. It is intended to aid the operators of special service or fleet
vehicles which are subjected to severe duty or high mileage usage.
Some of the information in this supplement utilizes instructions from the
Owner’s Guide. Please read this supplement carefully and completely.
Refer to the Owner’s Guide for complete vehicle information.
The information found in this supplement was in effect at the time of
printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change the contents
without notice and without incurring obligation.
WARNINGS
Warnings remind you to be especially careful in those areas of the
vehicle where carelessness can cause damage to your vehicle or possible
personal injury to yourself, your passengers or others. Please read all
warnings carefully.
•Warnings are identified by this symbol
ABOUT THE WARRANTIES
The normal vehicle warranties will apply to your vehicle. For further
information, refer to your Warranty Information Booklet in the owner’s
portfolio.
Specified maintenance procedures must be followed. Repairs must be
made by trained personnel.
It is important that your vehicle be properly maintained by qualified Ford
service technicians. If a problem occurs, it is important that properly
trained personnel diagnose and repair the cause. If your vehicle is not
maintained in accordance with approved service procedures, damage
may occur and your warranty may be invalidated.
Failure to maintain your special service or fleet vehicle properly
may restrict warranty coverage, reduce vehicle performance and
operation and may adversely affect the safety of the vehicle.
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
Maintain your vehicle using the maintenance schedule for special
operating conditions if you operate your vehicle on a regular basis under
any of the following conditions:
•Hot weather operation (above 90° F [32° C]).
•Towing a trailer or carrying a heavy load.
•Extensive idling or driving in stop-and-go traffic (such as delivery
use).
•Driving at high-speeds.
•Driving off-road.
•Driving in extremely dusty conditions (such as unpaved roads).
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) when outside temperatures
remain below 0° F (–18° C).
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MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICES
Refer to your Owner’s Guide for detailed information and procedures for
the following checks and services. If the check or service is not listed in
the Owner’s Guide, refer to the Workshop Manual which can be
purchased from your dealer.
The following maintenance checks should be performed according to the
Scheduled Maintenance Guide, using the intervals listed under the
Owner Check and Services.
•Check engine oil fluid level
•Check windshield washer fluid level
•Check power steering fluid level
•Check engine cooling system fluid level and protection
•Check tires for wear and correct air pressure
•Check battery connections
•Check parking brake for proper operation
•Check safety warning lamps for proper operation
•Check seat belts and latches for wear and proper operation
•Lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks
The following maintenance services should be performed according to
the Scheduled Maintenance Guide, using the service intervals listed
under theSpecial Operating Conditions.
•Replace engine oil and filter
•Replace transmission fluid and filter
•Replace fuel filter
•Replace spark plugs
•Replace rear axle lubricant
•Replace engine air filter element
•Inspect brake system
•Inspect and lubricate U-joints
All other maintenance checks and services should be performed
according to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide, using the intervals listed
under theNormal Schedule.
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STORING YOUR VEHICLE
During extended periods of vehicle storage (60 days or more), oxidation
may cause gasoline to deteriorate. Such deterioration could be
detrimental to your vehicle’s fuel system and performance. A fuel
stabilizer such as Ford Gas Stabilizer E8AZ-19C544-A or an equivalent
meeting Ford specification ESE-M99C112-A, should be added to the
vehicle’s fuel system whenever storage exceeds 60 days. Follow the
instructions provided with the fuel stabilizer for proper use.
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