trailer FORD EXPLORER 2010 4.G Owner's Guide

Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
21 — Not used
22 15A Brake switch, Bi-color stop lamps,
High-mount brake lamp, All turn
lamps
23 15A Interior lamps, Puddle lamps,
Battery saver, Instrument
illumination, Homelink
24 10A Cluster, Theft indicator light
25 15A Trailer tow park lamps
26 15A License plate/rear park lamp,
Front park lamps, Manual climate
27 15A Tri-color stop lamps
28 10A Climate controls
CB1 25A Windows
The following relays are located on either side of the passenger
compartment fuse panel. See your authorized dealer for service of these
relays.
Fuse/Relay Location Description
Relay 1 Delayed accessory relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
WARNING:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
WARNING:To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
13 30A** Trailer tow battery charger
14 30A** Memory seats
40A** Non-memory seats
15 40A** Rear defrost, Heated mirrors
16 40A** Front blower motor
17 30A** Trailer electronic brakes
18 30A** Auxiliary blower motor
19 30A** Running boards
20 30A** Front wiper motor
21 20A* Rear power point
22 20A* Subwoofer
23 20A* 4x4
24 10A* PCM – keep alive power, Canister
vent
25 20A* Front power point/Cigar lighter
26 20A* 4x4 module (4.6L engine only)
27 20A* 6R Transmission module (4.6L engine
only)
28 20A* Heated seats
29 15A* Headlamps (right)
30 25A* Rear wiper
31 15A* Fog lamps
32 5A* Power mirrors
33 30A* ABS valve
34 15A* Headlamps (left)
35 10A* A/C clutch
36 20A* Console bin power point
37 30A* Driver window motor
38 15A* 5R Transmission (4.0L engine only)
39 15A* PCM power
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
40 15A* Fan clutch, Positive crackcase
ventilation (PCV) valve, A/C clutch
relay
41 15A* Satellite radio module, DVD, SYNC

42 15A* Redundant brake switch, Electronic
vapor management valve, Mass air
flow sensor, Heated exhaust gas
oxygen (HEGO) sensor, EVR, Variable
cam timing (VCT)1 (4.6L engine
only), VCT2 (4.6L engine only),
CMCV (4.6L engine only), Catalyst
monitor sensor
43 15A* Coil on plug (4.6L engine only), Coil
tower (4.0L engine only)
44 15A* Injectors
45B — Not used
45A — Not used
46B — Not used
46A — Not used
49 — Fuel pump relay
50B — A/C clutch relay
50A — Fog lamps relay
51 — Not used
52 — Not used
53 — One touch integrated start (OTIS)
(diode)
54 — Trailer battery charger relay
55B — Front wiper relay
55A — PCM relay
56B — Starter relay
56A — Blower relay
* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses
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A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that
is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels
and can be one of three types:
1.T-type mini-spare:This spare tire begins with the letter “T” for tire
size and may have “Temporary Use Only” molded in the sidewall
2.Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel:This spare tire has
a label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR
TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above,do not:
•Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
•Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the
Safety Compliance Label
•Tow a trailer
•Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare
tire
•Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time
•Use commercial car washing equipment
•Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel
location can lead to impairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and braking performance
•Comfort and noise
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs
•Winter weather driving capability
•Wet weather driving capability
3.Full-size dissimilar spare without label on wheel
When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel,do not:
•Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h)
•Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time
•Use commercial car washing equipment
•Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare
tire/wheel
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The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to
impairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and braking performance
•Comfort and noise
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs
•Winter weather driving capability
•Wet weather driving capability
•All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable)
•Load leveling adjustment (if applicable)
When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional
caution should be given to:
•Towing a trailer
•Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body
•Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack
Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and
seek service as soon as possible.
Stopping and securing the vehicle
1. Park on a level surface, activate
the hazard flashers and set the
parking brake.
2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park)
and turn engine off.
3. Turn off the power running boards (if equipped). Refer toRunning
boardsin theDriver Controlschapter.
Note:Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is
being jacked.
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On 4x4/AWD vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with a
wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the
ground.
If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle
damage may occur.
Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow
truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for
proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
Emergency towing
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access
to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your
vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat
towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
•Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward
direction.
•Place the transmission in N (Neutral). Refer toBrake shift interlock
in theDrivingchapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the
gear shift lever into N (Neutral).
•Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h).
•Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km).
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•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary
shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toMaintenance product
specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found inscheduled maintenance information.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried).
•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than
two-wheel-drive operation.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
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GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality
accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive
needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and
aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is
made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessories. The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides
you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the
accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer
or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessories.com.
Exterior style
Aluminum fuel filler door
Bug shields
Deflectors
Running boards
Interior style
Ambient lighting for footwells and cupholders
Electrochromic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Lifestyle
Ash cup / smoker’s package
Cargo organization and management
Neutral tow kit
Trailer hitch drawbars, and towing accessories
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SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................161
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................162
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................45
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................52
Snowplowing .................................6
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............213
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................384, 390
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............6
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................385
Speed control ............................128
Starting your
vehicle ........................270–271, 273
jump starting ..........................325
Steering wheel
controls ....................................130
tilting .......................................118
SYNC
..........................................98
T
Third-row power fold seat .......182
Tilt steering wheel ....................118
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................300
Roadside Emergencies ...........315
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....250
Warning Displays ..........12, 27, 36
Tires ...........................235–237, 315
alignment ................................244care ..........................................240
changing ..........................315, 320
checking the pressure ............240
inflating ...................................238
label .........................................249
replacing ..........................241, 320
rotating ....................................244
safety practices .......................243
sidewall information ...............245
snow tires and cables .............255
spare tire .................315, 318–319
terminology .............................237
tire grades ...............................236
treadwear ........................236, 240
Towing .......................................263
recreational towing .................268
trailer towing ..........................263
wrecker ....................................331
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................381
Transmission .............................286
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....285
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................380
fluid, refill capacities ..............385
lubricant specifications ..........385
Turn signal ................................110
U
Universal garage door
opener ........................................133
USB port ......................................60
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................391
Vehicle loading ..........................255
Ventilating your vehicle ...........273
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