air conditioning FORD EXPLORER 2009 4.G Owners Manual

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 18
Entertainment Systems 21
How to get going 21
AM/FM stereo with CD 25
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 33
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 41
USB port 43
Satellite radio information 46
Family entertainment system 49
Navigation system 81
SYNC 81
Climate Controls 82
Manual heating and air conditioning 82
Automatic temperature control 84
Auxiliary passenger climate control 87
Rear window defroster 88
Lights 89
Headlamps 89
Turn signal control 93
Bulb replacement 94
Driver Controls 100
Windshield wiper/washer control 100
Steering wheel adjustment 101
Power windows 105
Mirrors 107
Speed control 111
Message center 123
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MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
1.Temperature selection:
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the vehicle.
2.Air flow selections:Controls
the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief
description on each control.
MAX A/C:Distributes recirculated
air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This recooling
of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may
also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the
floor vents.
O (OFF):Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
:Distributes outside air through the floor vents.Note:Some airflow
will come out of the small vents near the side windows.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and
floor vents.Note:Some airflow will come out of the small vents near the
side windows.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.
3.A/C:Press to turn A/C on/off. Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air
flows primarily from the instrument panel register vents.
4.Rear defroster:Clears ice and fog from the rear window.
5.Fan speed adjustment:Controls the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
Operating tips
•To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
•To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the
air flow selector in the off position.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the rear seats.
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Compass zone adjustment (if equipped)
1. Determine which magnetic zone
you are in for your geographic
location by referring to the zone
map.
2. Turn ignition to the on position.
3. Locate the reset button on top of
the compass sensor mounted behind
the mirror.
4. Press and hold the reset button
on the compass module for
approximately four seconds until
COMPASS ZONE XX appears in the
message center display.
5. Continue to press the reset button until the correct zone appears in
the message center display.
6. After four seconds ZONE XX IS
SET will appear in the message
center display.
7. The display will return to normal
operation. The zone is now updated.
Compass calibration adjustment
Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures
and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical
accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all
vehicle doors are shut.
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Compass calibration adjustment
Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures
and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical
accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all
vehicle doors are shut.
1. From the SETUP menu, press the
SETUP control to select the
compass calibration function.
2. Press RESET for calibration.
3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a
circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])
until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO
CALIBRATE display changes to
CALIBRATION COMPLETED. It will
take up to five circles to complete
calibration.
4. The compass is now calibrated.
Oil life Setup and Start Value
To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change
(approximately 7,500 miles [12,000 km] or six months) perform the
following:
1. Press RESET control to display
“HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL”.
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Starting the engine
1. Turn the key to 3 (on) without
turning the key to 4 (start). If there
is difficulty in turning the key,
rotate the steering wheel until the
key turns freely. This condition may
occur when:
•the front wheels are turned
•a front wheel is against the curb
2. Turn the key to 4 (start), then
release the key as soon as the
engine begins cranking. Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking
system that assists in starting the engine. After releasing the key from
the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to
10 seconds or until the vehicle starts.
Note:Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off
position.
3. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and
drive.
Note:If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to the off
position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still fails to
start, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again, keeping the
accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above
cranking speeds; this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off
in case the engine is flooded with fuel.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
Important ventilating information
If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of
time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating
or air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
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•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling
(4.6L V8 engine only)
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
Fail-safe cooling and engine oil overheat mode (4.6L V8 only)
If the engine coolant and/or engine oil overheat, the vehicle’s fail-safe
modes will reduce engine power to limit engine damage, even with a
total loss of coolant. The vehicle’s range and/or speed will be reduced,
depending on vehicle load, terrain, and outside temperatures.
The instrument cluster provides warnings for each mode.
•Fail-Safe Cooling Mode:The
(Service engine
soon),
(Engine oil pressure), and(Engine coolant
temperature) indicators will be on.
Along with these warning indicators, the engine coolant temperature
gauge will read in the Hot (H) area.
If the engine coolant reaches even hotter temperatures, fail-safe
cooling mode limits engine power more and disables air conditioning.
The engine will switch to alternating cylinder operation to help cool
the engine. The engine will run rough in this mode.
If continued operation increases the engine coolant temperature to a
critical range, the engine will shut down. Steering and braking effort
will increase. Once engine coolant temperature cools, the engine can
be restarted.
•Engine Oil Overheat Mode:The
(Engine coolant temperature)
indicator will be on. The instrument cluster has no separate oil
temperature indicator.
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A
Accessory delay ........................107
AdvanceTrac ..............................282
Air cleaner filter ...............389–391
Air conditioning ..........................84
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................204, 213, 215
and child safety seats ............206
description ..............204, 213, 215
disposal ....................................218
driver airbag ............206, 214, 216
indicator light .................213, 218
operation .................206, 214, 216
passenger airbag .....206, 214, 216
side airbag ...............................213
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................300
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................368
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................280
Anti-theft system ......................166
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................21, 25, 33
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................290, 293
fluid, adding ............................388
fluid, checking ........................388
fluid, refill capacities ..............392
fluid, specification ..................392
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....41
Auxiliary power point ...............104
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........392refill capacities ........................392
B
Battery .......................................366
acid, treating emergencies .....366
jumping a disabled battery ....331
maintenance-free ....................366
replacement, specifications ...391
servicing ..................................366
Belt-Minder
.............................199
Booster seats .............................234
Brakes ........................................279
anti-lock ...................................280
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................280
fluid, checking and adding ....387
fluid, refill capacities ..............392
fluid, specifications .................392
lubricant specifications ..........392
parking ....................................281
shift interlock ..........................289
C
Calculating load ........................266
Capacities for refilling fluids ....392
Cargo cover ...............................150
Cargo management system ......151
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................321
Child safety seats ......................223
attaching with tether straps ..231
in front seat ............................224
in rear seat ..............................224
LATCH .....................................227
recommendations ...................221
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................234
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Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............349
instrument panel ....................351
interior .....................................352
plastic parts ............................350
washing ....................................347
waxing .....................................348
wheels ......................................348
wiper blades ............................350
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............84
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................35
AM/FM/CD .................................27
Compass, electronic ..................129
calibration ...............................130
set zone adjustment .......130, 144
Console ..............................103–104
overhead ..................................102
rear ..........................................104
Controls
power seat ...............................174
steering column ......................114
Coolant
checking and adding ..............368
refill capacities ................372, 392
specifications ..........................392
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................111
Customer Assistance ................310
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................343
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................344
Getting roadside assistance ...310
Getting the service you
need .........................................339
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................345Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................343
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................90
Defrost
rear window ..............................88
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................388
engine oil .................................361
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................389
Driving under special
conditions ..................296, 303, 306
sand .........................................305
snow and ice ...........................307
through water .................306, 309
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ...........................84
DVD system .................................49
E
Electronic message
center .................................123, 135
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................331
running out of fuel .........331, 379
Emergency Flashers .................311
Emission control system ..........384
Engine ........................................396
cleaning ...................................349
coolant .....................................368
fail-safe cooling .......................373
idle speed control ...................366
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lubrication specifications .......392
refill capacities ........................392
service points ..................357–358
starting after a collision .........312
Engine block heater .................278
Engine oil ..................................361
checking and adding ..............361
dipstick ....................................361
filter, specifications ........364, 391
recommendations ...................364
refill capacities ........................392
specifications ..........................392
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................277
F
Fail safe cooling ........................373
Family entertainment system ....49
Floor mats .................................150
Fluid capacities .........................392
Fog lamps ....................................90
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......299
driving off road .......................302
indicator light .........................299
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................288
Fuel ............................................375
calculating fuel
economy ..................124, 137, 381
cap ...........................................377
capacity ...................................392
choosing the right fuel ...........378
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................384
detergent in fuel .....................379
filler funnel .............................379
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................375, 377, 381filter, specifications ........374, 391
fuel pump shut-off switch .....312
improving fuel economy ........381
octane rating ...................378, 396
quality ......................................379
running out of fuel .........331, 379
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................375
Fuses ..................................313–314
G
Garage door opener ..................103
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............377
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................381
Gauges .........................................18
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating ...............................266
GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating ...............................266
H
Hazard flashers .........................311
Headlamps ...................................89
aiming ........................................91
bulb specifications ....................94
daytime running lights .............90
flash to pass ..............................91
high beam .................................90
turning on and off ....................89
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................82, 84
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................117
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