wipers FORD EXPLORER 2012 5.G Quick Reference Guide
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MyFord Touch™ (if equipped)  
Your MyFord Touch™ system uses a four-corner strategy and dynamic menu listings to pr\
ovide quick access to features 
and settings. 
1.  Press this area to access SYNC
® phone features such as pairing and using your cellular phone.
2.   Press MENU to access settings for: Clock, Sound, Display, Vehicle and Help.
3.   Press this area to access the navigation features (if equipped). Note: If your vehicle is not equipped with navigation, the  
 button will be here instead.
4.   Press this area to access your Climate control touchscreen features.
5.   Press 
 to customize your home screen. Select from the three pop-up images.
6.   Press 
 to access settings for SYNC Services, Notifications, SYNC Apps, SIRIUS® Travel Link™ and Calendar.
7.     Press this area to access your media features such as radio, SIRIUS®, USB, etc.
Setting the clock  
Press Menu > Clock. Press +/- to increase/decrease the time. 
For a list of available voice commands: Press Menu > Help > Voice command list.
To access SYNC
® features such as 911 Assist™ and Vehicle Health Report: Press  > SYNC Apps. 
To access WiFi
® settings: Press Menu > Settings > Wireless & Internet > WiFi Settings.
To access your wallpaper settings: Press Menu > Display > Edit Wallpaper.
To access your ambient light settings: Press Menu > Vehicle > Ambient lighting.
SYN C
® voice recognition system  
Your MyFord Touch™ system is equipped with an advanced voice recognition system. This system allows you to perform 
many functions in your vehicle simply by speaking certain commands to the system. Press 
 to begin a voice session. The 
system will prompt you for a command. You can say, “Help” or “What can I say?” and the system will audibly give you a list 
of possible voice commands. You can also press Menu > Help > Voice command list for a visual list on the touchscreen, or 
you can refer to your MyFord Touch™ supplement.
SIRIUS
® satellite radio broadcasts music, sports, news and entertainment programming. For more information and 
a complete list of SIRIUS® satellite radio channels, visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.siriuscanada.ca in 
Canada, or call SIRIUS at 1–888–539–7474. To access with a MyFord Touch™ system, press the lower left corner of your 
touchscreen and then select the SIRIUS tab. Satellite radio is only available with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription.
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Rearview camera with zoom (if equipped) 
This system provides a visual display of the area 
behind the vehicle. The display automatically appears 
in the touchscreen when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) 
and uses colors (green, yellow and red) to alert you of   
your proximity to objects. You can also zoom in or  
out as well as adjust the guidelines. Note: Visibility 
aids do not replace the need to watch where the 
vehicle is moving. Refer to the Driving chapter of  
your Owner’s Guide for safety information, more  
detail and limitations.
Manual zoom (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with a Rearview Camera, 
you can use the manual zoom feature to further help 
you when connecting your vehicle to a trailer. When 
the vehicle is in R (Reverse), an image of the rear 
of the vehicle will appear on the touchscreen. Press 
Zoom and then press + or – to manually zoom in 
or out. The zoomed image keeps the bumper in the 
display to provide a reference. The image will remain 
onscreen until the vehicle is shifted into D (Drive) 
and the vehicle reaches 5 mph (8 km/h).
Blind spot information system (BLIS
®)  
with cross traffic alert (CTA), (if equipped) 
BLIS
® uses radar sensors to help you determine if a 
vehicle may be in your blind spot zone when driving 
on roads and freeways. The CTA feature alerts you if 
a car is coming towards you when you are backing 
out of a parking space. Refer to the Driving chapter 
in your Owner’s Guide for more information. 
Blind spot mirrors (if equipped)
Your outside mirrors may have an integrated convex 
mirror in the upper corner. This increases visibility 
alongside the vehicle; thereby helping you see a 
vehicle which may be in your blind spot. As a   
vehicle approaches, its image will transition from 
the main mirror to the blind spot mirror in the upper 
corner. Refer to the Driving chapter in your Owner’s 
Guide for more information. Reverse sensing system (if equipped) 
This system sounds a warning tone if there is an 
obstacle near the vehicle’s rear bumper when the 
vehicle is in R (Reverse) and is traveling less than 
3 mph (5 km/h). The warning tone will increase in 
frequency as the object gets closer and then will 
sound continuously when the object is less than 10 
inches (25 cm) away. Note: Visibility aids do not 
replace the need to watch where the vehicle is moving. 
Refer to the Driving chapter in your Owner’s Guide for 
safety information, more detail and limitations. 
Active park assist (APA) (if equipped) 
This system can detect an available parallel parking 
space and automatically steer the vehicle into that 
space (hands-free). The system instructs the driver 
with visual and/or audible instructions with regard 
to braking, accelerating and shifting gears in order 
to safely park the vehicle. To initiate active park 
assist, press the AUTO P button on the left side 
of the instrument panel, and follow the system 
instructions as prompted by the message center. To 
stop the parking procedure, grab the steering wheel 
or press the control again. Note: Park Assist does 
not replace the need to watch where the vehicle is 
moving. Refer to the Driving chapter in your Owner’s 
Guide for safety information, detail and limitations.
Trailer tow (if equipped) 
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Class III 
trailer towing package. Please refer to your 
Owner’s Guide for complete information on weights 
as well as the proper equipment to use while 
towing. 
Note: Do not use the mini spare tire when 
towing, as the mini spare is not intended for higher 
towing load limits. Refer to your Owner’s Guide for 
safety information, more detail and limitations.
Trailer sway control
This control uses the vehicle’s AdvanceTrac
® 
system to detect and help reduce trailer sway by 
applying brake force at individual wheels and, if 
necessary, reducing engine power. If this happens, 
TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED will display in   
the instrument cluster with the AdvanceTrac icon 
. For more information, please refer to your 
Owner’s Guide.
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To put qr Tags to work for 
you, use your mobile phone’s  browser or App store link to 
download a qr Tag reader, like  the free one at gettag.mobi,   
or text TA g to 4fO rd. Then  
follow the directions to scan 
the TA g and see your vehicle’s 
features come to life.
HD Radio™ technology is the digital evolution of analog radio. Your MyFord Touch™ system has a special receiver which 
allows it to receive digital broadcasts (where available) in addition to the analog broadcasts it already receives. Digital broadcasts 
provide a better sound quality than analog broadcasts with free, crystal clear audio and no static or distortion. Press the lower 
left corner of your touchscreen to access. Then, press AM/FM > HD Radio. For more information, refer to your MyFord Touch™ 
supplement or visit www.hdradio.com
Climate touchscreen controls (if equipped)  
Your vehicle may be equipped with the MyFord Touch™ system which allows you to access and adjust certain climate control features 
from the touchscreen. Simply press the lower right corner of the touchscreen to access. From this screen, you can increase/decrease 
the temperature, activate heated seats, and select your air flow options. You can also press and hold MyTemp for the system to 
automatically save your current temperature. Then, if someone else adjusts the temperature, you need only press MyTemp again to 
return to your desired temperature. 
Intelligent access key (if equipped)
Your intelligent access key allows you to unlock/lock the vehicle door(s) or liftgate and start the car without using a key 
(provided your intelligent access key is within approximately three feet). To perform these tasks, simply have the key within 
range (in your pocket or purse, for example) and:
 •   To unlock the front doors, simply pull a front exterior door handle. 
 •   
To lock the doors, press and hold the lock area on the door (black button on either front door handle). 
 •   
To open the liftgate, press the control button located in the top of the liftgate pull-cup handle. 
 •   
To start the car, press the ENGINE START/STOP button while applying the brake pedal.
 •   
To remotely start your car, press 
 and then press  twice.
Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) and intelligent access (IA) remote entry icons
 •    Press 
 once to lock all doors. Press again to confirm all doors are closed.
 •    
Press 
 once to unlock the driver’s door. Press again within three seconds to unlock all doors.
 •   
Press 
 to activate the panic alarm. Press again or turn the ignition on to deactivate.
 •   
Press 
 twice (after pressing ) to activate remote start (if equipped).
 •   
Car finder: Press 
 twice within three seconds to locate your vehicle. The horn will chirp and the turn lamps  
will flash. 
SecuriCode™ keyless entry system (if equipped) 
Allows you to lock or unlock the doors without using a key. Ensure that you have your five digit factory code located on your owner’s 
wallet card in the glove box.
 •    To unlock the driver’s door, enter your five-digit factory code. 
 •   
To unlock all doors, enter your five-digit factory code and, within five seconds, press 3-4. 
 •   
To lock all vehicle doors, press 7-8 and 9-0 at the same time with the driver’s door closed. You do not need to enter your factory 
code first.
MyKey
® 
Allows you to program certain driving restrictions on any standard key in order to promote good driving habits. When MyKey®  
is programmed: 
 •    Belt-Minder
® cannot be disabled and will sound continuously and the audio will be muted until the safety belt is buckled.
 •   
Audible and visual low fuel warnings are provided.
 •   
Certain features cannot be turned off such as Blind spot information system (BLIS
®) with cross traffic alert (CTA). 
 •   
Audio volume can be limited.
 •   
Vehicle speed can be limited.
 •   
Audible and visual speed warnings can be configured at preselected speeds.
 •   
AdvanceTrac
® cannot be programmed off.
For complete information, refer to the Locks and Security chapter in your Owner’s Guide.
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Roadside assistance
Your new Ford Explorer comes with the assurance and support of 24-hour emergency roadside assistance. To receive 
roadside assistance in the United States, call 1 (800) 241-3673. In Canada, call 1 (800) 665-2006. 
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
Provides audible and visual alarms when a crash causes the deployment of airbags or the activation of the safety belt 
pretensioners. The turn signals will flash and the horn will sound. To deactivate, press the hazard flasher control, or 
  
on your remote transmitter.
Fuel Tank Capacity/Fuel info
Your vehicle has a fuel tank capacity of 18.6 gallons (70.4L). Use “Regular” unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87  
or higher. Do not use E85 fuels because your vehicle was not designed to run on fuels with more than 10% ethanol. 
Easy fuel
® system
With this system, you simply open the fuel filler door by pressing the center of 
the fuel door, insert the nozzle and begin fueling. It is self-sealing and therefore 
protected against dust, dirt, water, snow and ice. Wait five seconds from the 
time the refueling nozzle is shut-off until the nozzle is pulled back out of the fill 
pipe to allow residual fuel in the nozzle to drain into the tank. To use a portable 
fuel container, slowly insert the fuel funnel (attached to the underside of the 
spare tire cover or included with the tire changing tools), and pour the fuel into 
the funnel. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels 
can be purchased from your authorized dealer. Do not use aftermarket funnels 
as they will not work with the Easy Fuel
® system and may cause damage.
SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (if equipped) 
Gives you the ability to manually change gears without taking using a clutch. To use, move 
the gearshift lever from D (Drive) to M (Manual). Press + to upshift and – to downshift.
Rain-sensing wipers (if equipped) 
These wipers automatically activate when moisture is present on the windshield and the 
control is set to any setting except O (off). The wiper speed will vary based on the amount 
of moisture detected on the windshield as well as the current interval setting. Ensure that 
the control is turned to off prior to entering a car wash.
Heated and cooled seats (if equipped) 
Press 
 or  on the touchscreen (if equipped) repeatedly to cycle through the 
various settings and turn off.
Dual-panel moonroof and power sunscreen (if equipped)
Your moonroof is equipped with a one-touch, express opening and closing feature. To open, 
press the SLIDE control. To close, pull the SLIDE control. To stop motion at any time during 
the one-touch operation, press the control a second time.
Power liftgate (if equipped) 
The liftgate will only operate when the vehicle is in P (Park). To operate your power liftgate: 
 •   Press 
 to the left of your steering column to open or close the liftgate.
 •   Press 
 twice within three seconds on your remote transmitter (if equipped) to open 
the liftgate.
 •   Unlock the liftgate using your transmitter or power door lock control. Then, press  
the liftgate release button located in the top of the liftgate pull-cup handle to open  
the liftgate.
 •   Press the 
 control on the liftgate to power close the liftgate.
For more information including obstacle detection and setting the height of your liftgate, 
refer to the Driver Controls chapter of your Owner’s Guide.http://flm.ownersonmobile.com/explorer/2012+
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