power steering FORD EXPLORER 2011 5.G Owner's Manual

Multi-point inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-point inspection – Recommended each visit
Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped)
Battery performance Horn operation
Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter Suspension components for leaks and
damage
Exhaust system Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps and hazard
warning system operationTires for wear and proper pressure,
including spare
Fluid levels*; fill if necessary Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission
(with an underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and
window washer
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You’ll know
what’s been checked, what’s okay, as well as those things that may
require future or immediate attention. The multi-point vehicle inspection
is one more way to keep your vehicle running great!
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
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Changing a tire .........................336
Child safety seats ......................216
in front seat ............................217
in rear seat ..............................217
LATCH .....................................222
recommendations ...................214
tether anchorage hardware ...224
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................228
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............369
instrument panel ....................370
interior .....................................371
plastic parts ............................369
washing ....................................367
waxing .....................................368
wheels ......................................368
wiper blades ............................370
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) ...........................63, 66, 68
Clock ............................................52
Collision Warning System .........300
Console ..................................95–96
overhead ....................................95
rear ............................................96
Controls
power seat ...............................163
steering column ......................113
Coolant
checking and adding ..............385
refill capacities ................388, 411
specifications ..........................411
Cross Traffic Alert ....................310
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................103
Customer Assistance ................325Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................419, 422
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............363
Getting roadside assistance ...325
Getting the service you
need .........................................359
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................365
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................363
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................79
Defrost
rear window ..............................75
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................404
engine oil .................................380
Driving under special
conditions ..................293, 317, 320
sand .........................................319
snow and ice ...........................321
through water .................319, 324
E
Electronic message center ...23, 34
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................354
running out of fuel .........353, 396
Emission control system ..........401
Engine ........................................414
cleaning ...................................369
coolant .....................................385
fail-safe cooling .......................390
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Overdrive ...................................288
P
Parental MyKey
programming .............................132
Park Assist ................................303
Parking brake ............................276
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........410
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................182
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................103
Power adjustable foot pedals ...103
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................332
Power door locks ......................138
Power liftgate ............................124
Power mirrors ...........................101
Power point .................................96
Power steering ..........................284
fluid, refill capacity ................411
fluid, specifications .................411
Power Windows ...........................98
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................286
Push button start system .........270
R
Rear-view camera system .........296
Rear window defroster ...............75
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................214Relays ........................................327
Remote entry system .......142–143
illuminated entry ............148–149
locking/unlocking doors .........144
opening the trunk ...................145
Remote start ...........................149
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................148
replacing the batteries ...........147
Remote start .............................149
Remote start climate
operation .....................................75
Reverse sensing system ...........294
Roadside assistance ..................325
Roof rack ...................................128
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........184–186, 191–192
Safety Canopy ...................206, 208
Safety defects, reporting ..........366
Safety restraints 184–186, 191–192
Belt-Minder...........................193
extension assembly ................191
for adults .................185–186, 191
for children .............................211
inflatable safety belt ...............189
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................182
warning light and chime ........192
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................222
Safety seats for children ..........216
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................414
Satellite Radio Information ........57
Index
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Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............429
Seats ..........................................160
child safety seats ....................216
cleaning ...................................373
climate control ........................167
easy access/easyout feature ..169
front seats .......................162, 166
heated ......................................165
memory seat ...................145, 168
second row seats ............171, 174
third row seats ........174, 176–177
Second-row power fold seat ....174
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................152
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................154
Setting the clock .........................52
Snowplowing .................................7
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............211
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........339
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................410, 414
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................411
Speed control ............................103
Starting your vehicle ........267–269
jump starting ..........................354
push button start system .......270
Steering wheel
controls ....................................113
tilting .........................................94T
Temporary mobility kit .............344
Third-row power fold seat .......179
Tilt steering wheel ......................94
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....250
Tires ...........................235–236, 336
alignment ................................243
care ..........................................239
changing ..................336, 339, 341
checking the pressure ............239
inflating ...................................237
label .........................................249
replacing ..................................241
rotating ....................................244
safety practices .......................243
sidewall information ...............244
snow tires and chains ............254
spare tire .................................337
Temporary mobility kit ..........344
terminology .............................236
tire grades ...............................236
treadwear ........................235, 240
Touchscreen features
(climate) ......................................71
Towing .......................................262
recreational towing .................265
trailer towing ..........................262
wrecker ....................................357
Transmission .............................288
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....287
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................404
fluid, refill capacities ..............411
lubricant specifications ..........411
Turn signal ..................................82
Index
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