instrument cluster FORD EXPLORER 2020 Owners Manual

Liftgate
Power Liftgate
................................................74
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System ........................
78
Anti-Theft Alarm ...........................................
78
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering
Column .........................................................
80
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering
Column .........................................................
80
Audio Control ..................................................
82
Voice Control ..................................................
82
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Adaptive Cruise Control With Lane Centering
........................................................................\
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82
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop and Go .......
83
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Cruise Control ..........................................................
83
Information Display Control ......................
83
Heated Steering Wheel ..............................
83
Horn ...................................................................
84
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers .......................................
85
Autowipers ......................................................
85
Windshield Washers ....................................
86
Rear Window Wiper and Washers ..........
87
Lighting
General Information ....................................
88
Lighting Control .............................................
88
Autolamps .......................................................
89
Instrument Lighting Dimmer ....................
89
Headlamp Exit Delay ...................................
89
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
........................................................................\
..
90 Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) .........
90
Front Fog Lamps ...........................................
90
Adaptive Headlamps ....................................
91
Direction Indicators .......................................
91
Interior Lamps ................................................
92
Ambient Lighting - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Information and Entertainment Display
Screen ...........................................................
93
Ambient Lighting - Vehicles With: 10.1 Inch Information and Entertainment
Display Screen ...........................................
93
Automatic High Beam Control
What Is Automatic High Beam Control ........................................................................\
..
95
Switching Automatic High Beam Control On and Off ...................................................
95
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators ........................................................................\
..
95
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control ........................................................................\
..
96
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows .............................................
97
Global Opening .............................................
98
Exterior Mirrors - Excluding: ST ...............
98
Exterior Mirrors - ST .....................................
99
Interior Mirror ..................................................
101
Sun Visors .......................................................
101
Moonroof ........................................................
102
Instrument Cluster
Gauges ............................................................
104
Warning Lamps and Indicators ..............
107
Audible Warnings and Indicators .............
111
Information Displays
General Information ....................................
112
Personalized Settings .................................
118
Information Messages ...............................
120
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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................308
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) .....................
309
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada ......................................................
309
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
..
311
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
..
311
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
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311
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart ...........................
313
Changing a Fuse ...........................................
321
Maintenance
General Information ..................................
323
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
323
Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
324
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L ..................
325
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L ..................
326
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.3L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
.
327
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L .........................
327
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.3L ..........................
327
Engine Oil Check ..........................................
327
Oil Change Indicator Reset .....................
328
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3L EcoBoost™ ...............................................
329
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.0L ........................................................................\
330
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.3L .....
331
Engine Coolant Check ...............................
332
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
336
Brake Fluid Check ........................................
337
Power Steering Fluid Check ....................
338
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
338
Adjusting the Headlamps .......................
340Washer Fluid Check
....................................
341
Fuel Filter ........................................................
341
Checking the Wiper Blades .....................
342
Changing the Front Wiper Blades ........
342
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades ..........
342
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
343
Vehicle Care
General Information ..................................
345
Cleaning Products ......................................
345
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
346
Waxing ............................................................
347
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
347
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
347
Cleaning the Interior ..................................
348
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens ......................
348
Cleaning Leather Seats ............................
349
Repairing Minor Paint Damage .............
350
Cleaning the Wheels .................................
350
Vehicle Storage ...........................................
350
Wheels and Tires
General Information ..................................
353
Tire Care .........................................................
355
Using Summer Tires ..................................
368
Using Snow Chains ...................................
368
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ..........
370
Changing a Road Wheel ..........................
376
Technical Specifications ..........................
382
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
384
Engine Specifications - 3.0L ..................
385
Engine Specifications - 3.0L, ST ...........
385
Engine Specifications - 3.3L, Gasoline ........................................................................\
387
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Your vehicle has a collection of crash and
occupant sensors which provide
information to the restraints control
module. The restraints control module
deploys (activates) the seatbelt
pretensioners, driver airbag, passenger
airbag, knee airbag(s), seat mounted side
airbags and the Safety Canopy. Based on
the type of crash, the restraints control
module deploys the appropriate safety
devices.
The restraints control module also
monitors the readiness of the above safety
devices plus the crash and occupant
sensors. The readiness of the safety
system is indicated by a warning indicator
light in the instrument cluster or by a
backup tone if the warning light is not
working. Routine maintenance of the
airbag is not required.
A difficulty with the system is indicated by
one or more of the following:
•
The readiness light will not illuminate
immediately after you switch the
ignition on.
• The readiness light either flashes or
stays lit.
• A series of five beeps is heard. The tone
pattern repeats periodically until the
problem, the light or both are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even
intermittently, have the supplemental
restraint system serviced at an authorized
dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the
system may not function properly in the
event of a crash.
The restraint system is designed to
activate when the vehicle sustains
conditions sufficient to cause the restraint
control module to deploy a safety device. The fact that not all the safety devices
activate for all occupants in a crash does
not mean something is wrong with the
system. Rather, it means the restraints
control module determined the accident
conditions (crash severity, type of crash,
belt usage) were not appropriate to
activate these safety devices.
•
The front airbags are designed to
activate only in frontal and near-frontal
crashes (not rollovers, side impacts or
rear impacts) unless the crash causes
sufficient frontal deceleration.
• The seatbelt pretensioners are
designed to activate in frontal,
near-frontal and side crashes, and in
rollovers.
• The knee airbag(s) may deploy based
on crash severity and occupant
conditions.
• The side airbags are designed to inflate
in certain side impact crashes or
rollover events. Side airbags may
activate in other types of crashes if your
vehicle experiences sufficient sideways
motion or deformation, or a certain
likelihood of rollover.
• The Safety Canopy is designed to
inflate in certain side impact crashes
or rollover events. The Safety Canopy
may activate in other types of crashes
if your vehicle experiences sufficient
sideways motion or deformation, or a
certain likelihood of rollover.
AIRBAG DISPOSAL
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible. Airbags must be disposed of by
qualified personnel.
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*This method only works for vehicles with
the hands-free liftgate feature.
Setting the Liftgate Open Height
1. Open the liftgate.
2.
Stop the liftgate movement by pressing
the control button on the liftgate when
it reaches the desired height.
Note: Once the liftgate has stopped
moving, you can also manually move it to
the desired height.
3. Press and hold the liftgate control button on the liftgate until you hear a
tone, indicating programming is
complete.
Note: You can only use the liftgate control
button to program the height.
Note: You cannot program the height if the
liftgate position is too low.
The new open liftgate height is recalled
when the power liftgate is opened. To
change the programmed height, repeat the
above procedure. Once you open the
power liftgate, you can manually move it
to a different height.
Note: The system recalls the new
programmed height until you reprogram it,
even if you disconnect the battery.
When operating the power liftgate after
you have programmed a lower height than
fully open, you can fully open the liftgate
by manually pushing it upward to the
maximum open position. Obstacle Detection
Note:
Entering your vehicle while the
liftgate is closing can cause your vehicle to
bounce and activate obstacle detection. To
prevent this, let the power liftgate close
completely before you enter your vehicle.
Before driving off, check the instrument
cluster for a liftgate or door ajar message or
warning indicator. Failure to do this could
result in unintentionally leaving the liftgate
open while driving.
When Closing
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle. A tone sounds and the system
reverses to open. Once you remove the
obstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
When Opening
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle and a tone sounds. Once you
remove the obstacle, you can continue to
operate the liftgate.
Switching the Power Liftgate On
or Off
You can switch the power liftgate on or off
through the vehicle settings on your
touchscreen.
When switched off, the liftgate only
unlatches and will not power open or close.
Hands-Free Feature (If Equipped)
Make sure you have the passive key within
3 ft (1 m)
of the liftgate.
1. Stand behind your vehicle, and face the
liftgate.
2. Move your foot, in a single-kick motion,
without pausing, under and away from
the rear bumper detection area.
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GAUGES
4 Inch Display
Tachometer.
A
Information display.
B
Speedometer.
C
Fuel gauge.
D
Engine coolant temperature gauge.
E
Information Display
Information that appears depends on your
vehicle settings. See General
Information (page 112).
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6 Inch Display
Tachometer.
A
Information bar.
B
Speedometer.
C
Fuel gauge.
D
Information display.
E
Engine coolant temperature gauge.
F
Information Bar
Displays information related to the
navigation, outside air temperature,
odometer and distance to empty. Distance to Empty - Indicates the
approximate distance your vehicle can
travel on the fuel remaining in the tank.
Changes in driving pattern can cause the
value to not only decrease but also
increase or stay constant for periods of
time.
Information Display
Information that appears depends on your
vehicle settings. See General
Information (page 112).
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12 Inch Display
Tachometer.
A
Speedometer.
B
Information bar.
C
Information display.
D
Fuel gauge.
E
Information Bar
Displays information related to the current
audio source, navigation, outside air
temperature and distance to empty.
Distance to Empty - Indicates the
approximate distance your vehicle can
travel on the fuel remaining in the tank.
Changes in driving pattern can cause the
value to not only decrease but also
increase or stay constant for periods of
time. Information Display
Information that appears depends on
current gauge view and on-demand
settings. See General Information (page
112).
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At
normal operating temperature, the level
indicator will be in the normal range. If the
engine coolant temperature exceeds the
normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as
safely possible, switch off the engine and
let the engine cool.
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WARNING: Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap
with a thick cloth to prevent the
possibility of scalding and slowly remove
the cap. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates about how much
fuel is in the fuel tank.
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump
symbol indicates on which side of your
vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a slope.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel level reminder displays and
sounds when the distance to empty
reaches
75 mi (120 km) to empty for
MyKey, and at 50 mi (80 km), 25 mi
(40 km), 10 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km)
for all vehicle keys.
Note: The low fuel reminder can appear at
different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and
indicators alert you to a vehicle condition
that may become serious. Some lamps
illuminate when you start your vehicle to
make sure they work. If any lamps remain
on after starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for further
information. Note:
Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp, but do not display
when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control
(If Equipped) The cruise control system
indicator light changes color to
indicate what mode the system
is in. See
How Does Adaptive Cruise
Control With Stop and Go Work (page
246).
On (white light): Illuminates when you
switch on the adaptive cruise control
system. Turns off when you switch the
cruise control system off.
Engaged (green light): Illuminates when
you engage the adaptive cruise control
system. Turns off when you disengage the
cruise control system.
Anti-Lock Braking System If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a system
error. You continue to have the
normal braking (without ABS) unless the
brake system warning lamp also
illuminates. Have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
Automatic High Beam Control
(If
Equipped) Illuminates when this feature is
on. See
What Is Automatic
High Beam Control (page 95).
Auto Hold Active Illuminates when the system
holds your vehicle stationary.
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Auto Hold Unavailable
Illuminates when the system is
on, but unavailable to hold your
vehicle stationary.
Auto Start-stop (If Equipped) Illuminates when the engine
shuts down or in conjunction
with a message.
Battery If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a system error. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
by an authorized dealer immediately.
Blind Spot Monitor
(If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch this
feature off or in conjunction with
a message. See
Blind Spot
Information System (page 264).
Brake System Warning Lamp WARNING:
Driving your vehicle
with the warning lamp on is dangerous.
A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.
Note: Indicators vary depending on region.
This lamp is a dual function lamp and
illuminates when: •
You apply the parking brake with the
ignition on.
• Your vehicle has a brake fault or low
brake fluid level, regardless of parking
brake position. If the lamp illuminates when you
are moving, you may have the
parking brake applied. Make sure
the parking brake is off. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as
possible if the lamp continues to
illuminate.
Cruise Control
(If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch this
feature on.
Direction Indicator Illuminates when you switch on
the left or right direction
indicator or the hazard flasher. If
the indicators stay on or flash faster, check
for a burned out bulb. See
Changing a
Bulb (page 343).
Door Ajar Illuminates when the ignition is
on and any door is not
completely closed.
Electric Park Brake
Note: Indicators vary depending on region. Illuminates or flashes when the
electric parking brake has a
system error. See
Electric
Parking Brake (page 215).
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Engine or Motor Coolant
Temperature
Illuminates when your vehicle
coolant temperature is high.
Stop your vehicle as soon as
possible, switch off your vehicle and let it
cool. See Engine Coolant Check (page
332).
Engine Oil If it illuminates with the engine
running or when you are driving,
this indicates a system error.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level. See
Engine Oil Check
(page 327).
Note: Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being correct.
Have the system checked by an authorized
dealer immediately.
Fasten Seatbelt Illuminates and a tone sounds
to remind you to fasten your
seatbelt. See
Seatbelt
Reminder (page 42).
Fasten Rear Seatbelt
(If Equipped) Illuminates and a tone sounds
to signal the rear seatbelts are
not fastened.
Front Airbag If it does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, continues
to flash or remains on when the
engine is running, this indicates a
malfunction. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible. Front Fog Lamps
(If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch the
front fog lamps on.
High Beam Illuminates when you switch the
high beam headlamps on. It
flashes when you use the
headlamp flasher.
Hill Descent
(If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch hill
descent on.
Hood Ajar Illuminates when the ignition is
on and the hood is not
completely closed.
Lamps On Illuminates when you switch the
low beam headlamps or the
parking lamps on.
Liftgate Ajar Illuminates when the liftgate is
not completely closed.
Low Beam Warning Illuminates when the low beam
headlamp bulb is not functioning
properly.
Low Fuel Level Illuminates when the fuel level
is low or the fuel tank is nearly
empty. Refuel as soon as
possible.
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