key battery FORD EXPLORER 2016 5.G User Guide

Automatic Engine Shutdown
For vehicles with a keyless ignition, this
feature automatically shuts down the
engine if it has been idling for an extended
period. The ignition also turns off in order
to save battery power. Before your vehicle
shuts down, a message appears in the
information display showing a timer
counting down from 30 seconds. If you do
not intervene within 30 seconds, your
vehicle shuts down. Another message
appears in the information display to
inform you that your vehicle has shut down
to save fuel. Start your vehicle as you
normally do.
Automatic Engine Shutdown Override
Note:
You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic shutdown feature. When you
switch it off temporarily, it turns on at the
next ignition cycle.
You can stop the shutdown, or reset the
timer, at any point before the 30-second
countdown has expired by doing any of the
following:
• You can reset the timer by interacting
with your vehicle, for example pressing
the brake or accelerator pedal.
• You can temporarily switch off the
shutdown feature any time the ignition
is on using the information display. See
Information Displays (page 101). The
feature only remains off for the current
ignition cycle.
• During the 30-second countdown, the
system prompts you to press OK or
RESET to temporarily switch the
feature off for the current ignition cycle
only.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Shift into park (P). 2. Switch the ignition off.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1. Shift into park (P).
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note:
The ignition, all electrical circuits and
all warning lamps and indicators will be
turned off.
Note: If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,
the ignition and engine automatically shut
down.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
including air bags, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off. If the ignition
was turned off accidentally, you can shift
into neutral (N) and re-start the engine. Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1.
Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift into park (P) and switch the ignition
off.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift into park (P).
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If the service engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does
not work, you may need to have
the vehicle serviced. See On-Board
Diagnostics (OBD-II).
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test if
the service engine soon indicator is on or
not working properly (bulb is burned out),
or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems
have not been properly checked. In this
case, your vehicle is not ready for I/M
testing.
If the vehicle ’s engine or transmission has
just been serviced, or the battery has
recently run down or been replaced, the
OBD-II system may indicate that the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To
determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M
testing, turn the ignition key to the on
position for 15 seconds without cranking
the engine. If the service engine soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that
the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if
the service engine soon indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for
I/M testing.
The OBD-II system monitors the emission
control system during normal driving. A
complete check may take several days. If
the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, you
may need to perform the following driving
cycle consisting of mixed city and highway
driving:
Drive on an expressway or highway for a
steady 15 minutes, followed by 20 minutes
of stop-and-go driving with at least four
30-second idle periods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight
hours without starting the engine. Then,
start the engine and complete the above
driving cycle. The engine must warm up to
its normal operating temperature. Once
started, do not turn off the engine until the
above driving cycle is complete. If the
vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, you
will have to repeat the above driving cycle.
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Front-wheel drive vehicles CANNOT be
flat-towed (all wheels on the ground) as
vehicle or transmission damage may occur.
You must place the front wheels on a
two-wheel tow dolly. If you are using a tow
dolly, follow the instructions specified by
the equipment provider.
Four-wheel drive vehicles
CANNOT be
flat-towed (all wheels on the ground), as
vehicle or transmission damage may occur.
It is recommended to tow your vehicle with
all four (4) wheels off the ground such as
when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise,
you cannot recreational tow your vehicle.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS - 3.5L
DURATEC/3.5L ECOBOOST™
Emergency Towing
If your vehicle becomes inoperable
(without access to wheel dollies or vehicle
transport trailer), it can be flat-towed (all
wheels on the ground, regardless of the
powertrain and transmission
configuration) under the following
conditions:
• Your vehicle is facing forward for
towing in a forward direction.
• Place the transmission in neutral (N).
If you cannot move the transmission
into neutral (N), you may need to
override it. See
Transmission (page
180).
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is
50 mi (80 km). WARNING
If your vehicle has a steering wheel
lock make sure the ignition is in the
accessory or on position when being
towed. Recreational Towing
Note:
Put your climate control system in
recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle. See
Climate Control
(page 129).
Follow these guidelines if you have a need
for recreational (RV) towing. An example
of recreational towing would be towing
your vehicle behind a motorhome. We
designed these guidelines to prevent
damage to your transmission.
You can tow your 3.5L EcoBoost or 3.7L
Duratec (6F50 or 6F55 transmission)
equipped vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground.
If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground:
• Tow only in the forward direction.
• Release the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1. Start the vehicle by pressing the brake pedal, and then pressing the keyless
start button until the vehicle starts.
2. Press the brake pedal and shift the gearshift into neutral (N).
3. Turn the vehicle off by pressing the keyless start button once.
4. Disconnect the negative (black) cable from the battery. You need the door
key to lock and unlock doors when the
battery cable is disconnected. See
Changing the 12V Battery (page 289).
Note: The anti-theft system does not work
until you reconnect the battery cable.
Start the engine within 15 minutes of
reconnecting the battery cable.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Start the vehicle by pressing the brake pedal, and then turning the ignition key
until the vehicle starts.
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2. Press the brake pedal and shift the
transmission into neutral (N).
3. Turn off your vehicle by turning the ignition key past the accessory position.
The key position is between the
accessory and off positions. See
Ignition Switch (page 165).
4. Disconnect the negative (black) cable from the battery. See
Changing the
12V Battery (page 289).
Note: The anti-theft system does not work
until you reconnect the battery cable.
Start the engine within 15 minutes of
reconnecting the battery cable.
All Vehicles
• Do not exceed
65 mph (105 km/h).
• Start the engine and allow it to run for
five minutes at the beginning of each
day and every six hours thereafter. With
the engine running and your foot on the
brake, shift into drive (D) and then into
reverse (R) before shifting back into
neutral (N).
Front-wheel Drive Vehicles
Alternatively, you can tow your front-wheel
drive vehicle with the front wheels off the
ground by using a tow dolly, or with all four
wheels off the ground using a vehicle
transport trailer. If you are using a tow
dolly, follow the instructions specified by
the equipment provider. Four-wheel Drive Vehicles
Alternatively, you can tow your four-wheel
drive vehicle with all four wheels off the
ground using a vehicle transport trailer. Do
not tow your four-wheel drive vehicle with
the front wheels off the ground (by using
a tow dolly) and the rear wheels on the
ground. This causes damage to your
four-wheel drive system. If you are using a
vehicle transport trailer, follow the
instruction specified by the equipment
provider.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a
vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
offers a complimentary roadside
assistance program. This program is
separate from the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. The service is available:
•
24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• For the coverage period listed on the
Roadside Assistance Card included in
your Owner's Manual portfolio.
Roadside Assistance covers:
• A flat tire change with a good spare, if
provided with the vehicle (except
vehicles supplied with a tire inflation
kit).
• Battery jump start.
• Lock-out assistance (key replacement
cost is the customer's responsibility).
• Fuel delivery — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall deliver up
to 2 gal (7.6 L) of gasoline or 5 gal
(18.9 L) of diesel fuel to a disabled
vehicle. Roadside Assistance limits fuel
delivery service to two no-charge
occurrences within a 12-month period.
• Winch out — available within
100 ft
(30.5 m) of a paved or county
maintained road, no recoveries.
• Towing — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall tow Ford
eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer
within
35 mi (56 km) of the
disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer. If a member
requests a tow to an authorized dealer
that is more than
35 mi (56 km) from
the disablement location, the member
shall be responsible for any mileage
costs in excess of
35 mi (56 km).
Roadside Assistance includes up to $200
for a towed trailer if the disabled eligible
vehicle requires service at the nearest
authorized dealer. If the towing vehicle is
operational but the trailer is not, then the
trailer does not qualify for any roadside
services.
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistance
identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card is in
the owner's information portfolio in the
glove compartment.
United States Ford vehicle customers who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Ford Motor Company
reimburses a reasonable amount for
towing to the nearest dealership within
35 mi (56 km)
. To obtain reimbursement
information, United States Ford vehicle
customers call 1-800-241-3673.
Customers need to submit their original
receipts.
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting
Roadside Assistance
Canadian customers who require roadside
assistance, call 1-800-665-2006.
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using
Roadside Assistance
For your convenience, you may complete
the roadside assistance identification card
found in the centerfold of your warranty
guide and retain for future reference.
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Canadian roadside coverage and benefits
may differ from the U.S. coverage. If you
require more information, please refer to
the coverage section of your warranty
guide, call us in Canada at
1-800-665-2006, or visit our website at
www.ford.ca.
Sykes Assistance Services Corporation
administers the Roadside Assistance
program. You must receive covered
services in Canada or the continental
United States. Coverage extends to
vehicles that use public, non-seasonal,
annually traveled roadways. Roadside
Assistance coverage does not extend to
vehicles involved in cross-country driving,
logging, autocross and any other form of
off-road use. Well maintained roads and
surfaces help ensure safe travel for the
supplier, and allow their representatives
to perform service as per the standard
operating procedures.
In Remote Locations
If our supplier cannot take your vehicle by
road to the nearest authorized dealership,
transportation by rail or water may be
necessary. The program covers a tow to
the dock or rail terminal and also to the
dealership at the end of the trip.
For rail or water transportation, however,
contact your authorized dealer to confirm
if you are eligible for additional coverage
before you authorize or pay for the service.
Call Ford Roadside Assistance at
1-800-665-2006 for additional
information.
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
Note:
If used when the vehicle is not
running, the battery will lose charge. There
may be insufficient power to restart your
vehicle. The hazard warning button is
located on the instrument panel.
Use it when your vehicle is
creating a safety hazard for other
motorists.
• Press the button to turn on the hazard
warning function, and the front and
rear direction indicators will flash.
• Press the button again to turn them
off.
FUEL SHUTOFF WARNING
Failure to inspect and, if necessary,
repair fuel leaks after a collision may
increase the risk of fire and serious
injury. Ford Motor Company recommends
that the fuel system be inspected by an
authorized dealer after any collision. In the event of a moderate to severe
collision, this vehicle includes a fuel pump
shutoff feature that stops the flow of fuel
to the engine. Not every impact will cause
a shutoff.
Should your vehicle shut off after a
collision, you may restart your vehicle. For
vehicles equipped with a key system:
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Switch on the ignition.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to re-enable the
fuel pump.
For vehicles equipped with a push button
start system:
1. Press the START/STOP button to
switch off the ignition.
2. Press the brake pedal and press the START/STOP
button to switch on the
ignition.
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Protected components
Fuse amp rating
Fuse or relay number
Demand lamps.
10A 1
1
Battery saver.
Memory seat switch (lumbar power).
7.5A 1
2
Driver unlock relay.
20A 1
3
Aftermarket electronic brake controller.
5A 1
4
Rear heated seat module.
20A 1
5
Not used.
—
6
Not used.
—
7
Not used.
—
8
Not used.
—
9
Securicode™ keyless entry keypad.
5A 2
10
Hands free liftgate.
Rear climate control module.
5A 2
11
Front climate control module.
7.5A 2
12
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Automatic Transmission...........................180
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 182
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 183
SelectShift Automatic ™
Transmission.................................................... 181
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................ 180
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.3L EcoBoost™.......................................286
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™...........286
Adding Transmission Fluid............................. 287
Checking the Transmission Fluid Level.................................................................. 286
Autowipers........................................................77
Auxiliary Power Points................................162 110 Volt AC Power Point................................... 162
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 162
Locations............................................................... 162
B
Blind Spot Information System..............224 Using the System............................................... 225
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........276
Booster Seats..................................................26 Types of Booster Seats....................................... 27
Brake Fluid Check........................................288
Brakes...............................................................189 General Information.......................................... 189
Breaking-In.....................................................252
Bulb Specification Chart...........................297
C
Cabin Air Filter
...............................................138
California Proposition 65..............................11
Capacities and Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™..................................................341
Specifications...................................................... 341
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec.........................................................344
Specifications..................................................... 345
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................348
Specifications..................................................... 349Capacities and Specifications
................334
Cargo Nets......................................................233
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................. 300
Center Console..............................................164 Rear Seat Armrest.............................................. 164
Changing a Bulb...........................................293 Front Direction Indicator................................. 294
Front Fog Lamp.................................................. 295
Headlamp............................................................ 294
Headlamp High Beam..................................... 294
LED Lamps........................................................... 296
License Plate Lamp.......................................... 296
Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp
................................................................. 295
Changing a Fuse...........................................274
Fuses....................................................................... 274
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................328
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 328
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 329
Changing the 12V Battery.........................289
Changing the Engine Air Filter................299
Changing the Wiper Blades
......................291
Front Wiper Blades............................................ 291
Rear Wiper Blade................................................ 291
Checking MyKey System Status
...............57
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................290
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance.................................................38
Child Safety
.......................................................15
General Information............................................. 15
Child Safety Locks
.........................................29
Left-Hand Side..................................................... 30
Right-Hand Side................................................... 30
Child Seat Positioning
..................................28
Child Seats.........................................................16
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................303
Cleaning Products
......................................300
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................304
Cleaning the Engine
....................................301
Cleaning the Exterior.................................300
Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 300
Exterior Plastic Parts......................................... 301
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 301
Underbody............................................................ 301
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................303
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Getting the Services You Need..............260
Away From Home............................................. 260
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................. 190
Hazard Warning Flashers.........................256
HDC See: Using Hill Descent Control.................... 196
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................82
Head Restraints............................................140 Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 141
Tilting Head Restraints .................................... 142
Heated Seats.................................................154 Front Seats............................................................ 154
Rear Seats............................................................. 155
Heated Steering Wheel
................................75
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................138 Heated Exterior Mirror....................................... 138
Heated Rear Window........................................ 138
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 129
Hill Start Assist
.............................................190
Switching the System On and Off................191
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 190
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................134
Cooling the Interior Quickly............................ 136
General Hints....................................................... 134
Heating the Interior Quickly............................ 135
Recommended Settings for Cooling ..........136
Recommended Settings for Heating..........136
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather............................................................. 137
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................189
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........276
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................165
In California (U.S. Only).............................261
Information Display Control.......................75
Information Display Control Features...........75
Information Displays
....................................101
General Information........................................... 101Information....................................................453
911 Assist............................................................... 459
Alerts...................................................................... 458
Calendar............................................................... 459
Sirius Travel Link................................................. 457
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only).................................................................. 453
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, US Only)................................................................... 461
Information Messages
.................................115
4WD........................................................................\
.. 115
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................... 116
AdvanceTrac ™..................................................... 116
Alarm........................................................................\
116
Automatic Engine Shutdown.......................... 117
Automatic High Beam Control........................ 117
Battery and Charging System......................... 118
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System..................................................... 118
Brake System........................................................ 119
Collision Warning System................................ 119
Doors and Locks.................................................. 119
Driver Alert............................................................ 120
Electronic Stability Control............................. 120
Engine..................................................................... 120
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 121
Hill Descent Control............................................ 121
Hill Start Assist..................................................... 121
Keys and Intelligent Access............................. 122
Lane Keeping System........................................ 123
Maintenance......................................................... 123
MyKey...................................................................... 124
Park Aid.................................................................. 124
Park Brake.............................................................. 124
Power Steering.................................................... 125
Pre-Collision Warning System....................... 125
Remote Start........................................................ 125
Seats........................................................................\
126
Starting System.................................................. 126
Terrain Management System......................... 127
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................. 126
Traction Control................................................... 127
Trailer....................................................................... 127
Transmission........................................................ 128
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Installing Child Seats......................................17
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 17
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 22
Using Tether Straps............................................. 24
Instrument Cluster
.........................................93
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................82
Interior Lamps
.................................................85
Battery Saver......................................................... 86
Dome Lamp........................................................... 85
Front Row Map Lamps...................................... 85
Second Row Dome and Courtesy Lamps................................................................. 86
Second Row Dome and Map Lamps...........86
Third Row Cargo Lamp...................................... 86
Interior Mirror...................................................90 Auto-Dimming Mirror......................................... 90
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................257 Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 257
Jump Starting...................................................... 258
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 257
Removing the Jumper Cables....................... 258
K
Keyless Entry
....................................................67
SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry
Keypad................................................................. 67
Keyless Starting............................................165 Ignition Modes..................................................... 166
Keys and Remote Controls
........................48
Principle of Operation........................................ 48
L
Lane Keeping System
................................220
Switching the System On and Off................221
Lighting Control
..............................................80
Headlamp Flasher................................................ 81
High Beams............................................................ 80
Lighting
..............................................................80
General Information........................................... 80
Load Carriers See: Roof Racks and Load Carriers.............234 Load Carrying
................................................233
Load Limit.......................................................235 Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................. 242
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer................................................................. 235
Locking and Unlocking................................60 Activating Intelligent Access............................. 61
Autolock................................................................... 62
Autounlock ............................................................ 62
Battery Saver......................................................... 63
Enabling or Disabling Autolock and Autounlock........................................................ 62
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 63
Illuminated Exit..................................................... 63
Locking and Unlocking the Doors with the Key Blade........................................................... 60
Opening a Rear Door from Inside.................. 60
Power Door Locks................................................ 60
Remote Control.................................................... 60
Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter......................................................... 61
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys....................................................................... 61
Locks..................................................................60
Luggage Covers
............................................234
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 328
M
Maintenance..................................................275 General Information.......................................... 275
Manual Climate Control
.............................129
Manual Liftgate...............................................63 Closing the Liftgate............................................. 64
Opening the Liftgate........................................... 64
Manual Seats
.................................................143
Lumbar Adjustment.......................................... 144
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................. 143
Recline Adjustment........................................... 143
Media Hub
......................................................367
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