heating FORD EXPLORER 2007 4.G User Guide

For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap
on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery
reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and
water to the “FULL COLD” level. For all other vehicles, which have a
coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to
remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with
an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is
cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The
cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out
forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (see
above), to within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level on
the reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill
the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed (until “clicks” are heard).
(Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss.)
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration, refer
toChecking engine coolantsection. If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34° F/–36° C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.
Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low
level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine
damage.
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washing ....................................287
waxing .....................................288
wheels ......................................288
wiper blades ............................291
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............47
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................32
AM/FM/CD .................................26
Compass, electronic ....................87
calibration .................................88
set zone adjustment .........87, 101
Console ..................................66–67
overhead ....................................65
rear ............................................67
Controls
power seat ...............................129
steering column ........................74
Coolant
checking and adding ..............307
refill capacities ................311, 329
specifications ..........................329
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................71
Customer Assistance ................250
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................283
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............284
Getting roadside
assistance ................................250
Getting the service you
need .........................................279
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................285
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............283D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................54
Defrost
rear window ..............................51
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................325
engine oil .................................300
Driveline universal joint
and slip yoke .............................326
Driving under special
conditions ..................238, 243, 246
sand .........................................245
snow and ice ...........................247
through water .................245, 249
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ...........................47
DVD system .................................44
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Electronic message
center .....................................81, 92
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................272
Emergency Flashers .................252
Emission control system ..........322
Engine ........................................333
cleaning ...................................289
coolant .....................................307
fail-safe cooling .......................312
idle speed control ...................305
lubrication specifications .......329
refill capacities ........................329
service points ..................297–298
starting after a collision .........252
Engine block heater .................222
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Engine oil ..................................300
checking and adding ..............300
dipstick ....................................300
filter, specifications ........303, 328
recommendations ...................303
refill capacities ........................329
specifications ..........................329
Exhaust fumes ..........................222
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Fail safe cooling ........................312
Floor mats .................................107
Fluid capacities .........................329
Foglamps .....................................53
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......240
driving off road .......................242
indicator light .........................241
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................230
Fuel ............................................313
calculating fuel
economy ......................82, 94, 319
cap ...........................................316
capacity ...................................329
choosing the right fuel ...........317
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................322
detergent in fuel .....................318
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................313, 316, 319
filter, specifications ........313, 328
fuel pump shut-off switch .....252
improving fuel economy ........319
octane rating ...................317, 333
quality ......................................318
running out of fuel .................318
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................313
Fuses ..................................253, 255G
Garage door opener ....................65
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............316
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................319
Gauges .........................................18
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating ...............................211
GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating ...............................211
H
Hazard flashers .........................252
Head restraints .........................127
Headlamps ...................................53
aiming ........................................55
bulb specifications ....................58
daytime running lights .............54
flash to pass ..............................54
high beam .................................54
turning on and off ....................53
Heating
heating and air
conditioning system ...........45, 47
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................77
Hood ..........................................296
How to get going ........................21
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Ignition ...............................219, 333
Illuminated visor mirror .............64
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