service FORD EXPLORER 2023 Owner's Manual

ActionMessage
Indicates a driver door fault that requires manually opening thedoor by the override lever. Have the system checked as soon aspossible.
Driver Door FaultUse Inside Over-ride Lever In MapPocket
Indicates a fault with the electronic door system. Have the systemchecked as soon as possible.Door Fault ServiceRequired
There is a system malfunction with the child locks. Have the systemchecked as soon as possible.Child LockMalfunctionService Required
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and powerwindows are switched off, preventing rear seat occupants fromopening the doors or windows.
Child Lock ON
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and powerwindows are switched on, allowing the rear seat occupants to openthe doors and windows.
Child Lock OFF
The factory keypad code displays in the information display afterthe system resets the keypad. See Passive Anti-Theft System(page 77).
Factory KeypadCode {X X X X X}
Driver Alert
ActionMessage
Stop and rest as soon as it is safe to do so.Driver AlertWarning Rest Now
Take a rest soon.Driver AlertWarning RestSuggested
Fuel
ActionMessage
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.Fuel Level Low
The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.Check Fuel FillInlet
Wait for up to 15 seconds while the fuel system depressurizes.Fuel Door Opening
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Lane Keeping System
ActionMessage
The system has malfunctioned. Have the system checked as soonas possible.Lane Keeping Sys.MalfunctionService Required
The system has detected a condition that has caused the systemto be temporarily unavailable.Front CameraTemporarily NotAvailable
The system has detected a condition that requires the windshieldto be cleaned to operate properly.Front Camera LowVisibility CleanScreen
The system has malfunctioned. Have the system checked as soonas possible.Front CameraMalfunctionService Required
The system requests the driver to keep their hands on the steeringwheel.Keep Hands onSteering Wheel
Maintenance
ActionMessage
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come onwith your engine running, have the system checked as soon aspossible.
Low Engine OilPressure
The engine oil life is low and needs to be changed soon.Change Engine OilSoon
The engine oil life is low and needs to be changed immediately.Oil ChangeRequired
The brake fluid level is low and the brake system should beinspected immediately. See Brake Fluid Check (page 328).Brake Fluid LevelLow
The brake system needs servicing. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.Contact an authorized dealer.Check BrakeSystem
The engine coolant temperature is excessively high.Engine CoolantOver Temperature
The washer fluid is low and needs to be refilled.Washer Fluid LevelLow
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ActionMessage
Indicates that your vehicle is still in Transport mode. This may notallow some features to operate properly. Have the system checkedas soon as possible.
Transport ModeContact Dealer
Indicates that your vehicle is still in Factory mode. This may notallow some features to operate properly. Have the system checkedas soon as possible.
Factory ModeContact Dealer
Informs the driver that the powertrain needs service due to apowertrain malfunction.See Manual
The engine has reduced power to help reduce high engine temper-ature.Power Reduced toLower EngineTemp
The brake system has reduced stopping power.Brake AppliedPower Reduced
MyKey
ActionMessage
You cannot program a MyKey.MyKey not Created
MyKey is active.MyKey Active DriveSafely
When switching on your vehicle and MyKey is in use, displays thatthe MyKey speed limit is on.Speed Limited to{avg speed XXXX}km/h
MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehiclespeed is approaching 81 mph (130 km/h).Near Vehicle TopSpeed
You have reached the speed limit set for your MyKey.Vehicle at TopSpeed of MyKeySetting
You have an active MyKey with a programmed set speed limit.Check Speed DriveSafely
Belt-Minder turns on with a MyKey in use.Buckle Up toUnmute Audio
With a MyKey in use, AdvanceTrac turns on.AdvanceTrac On -MyKey Setting
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ActionMessage
With a MyKey in use, traction control turns on.Traction ControlOn - MyKeySetting
With a MyKey in use, park aid is always on.MyKey Park AidCannot be Deactiv-ated
With a MyKey in use, lane keeping alert turns on.Lane Keeping AlertOn MyKey Setting
Park Aid
ActionMessage
The system detects a fault that requires service. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.Check Front ParkAid
The system detects a fault that requires service. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.Check Rear ParkAid
The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in frontof radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See RearParking Aid (page 225).
Rear Park Aid NotAvailable SensorBlocked SeeManual
The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in frontof radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See FrontParking Aid (page 227).
Front Park Aid NotAvailable SensorBlocked SeeManual
The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in frontof radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See Prin-ciple of Operation (page 225).
Park Aid Not Avail-able SensorBlocked SeeManual
Displays the park aid status.Front Park Aid OnOff
Displays the park aid status.Rear Park Aid OnOff
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Park Brake
ActionMessage
The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive yourvehicle more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after theparking brake is released, contact an authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
Park BrakeEngaged
The electric parking brake is set and a manual release is attemptedwithout the brake pedal being pressed.To Release: PressBrake and Switch
The electric parking brake is set and an automatic release isattempted but cannot be performed. Perform a manual release.Park Brake UseSwitch to Release
The electric parking brake is set and your vehicle speed exceeds3 mph (5 km/h). Release park brake before continued driving.Release ParkBrake
The electric parking brake is not fully applied.Park Brake NotApplied
The electric parking brake is not fully released.Park Brake NotReleased
The electric parking brake system has been put into a special modethat is used to allow service of the rear brakes. Have the systemchecked as soon as possible.
Park Brake Main-tenance Mode
The electric park brake system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Some functionality may still be available. Have thesystem checked as soon as possible.
Park Brake LimitedFunction ServiceRequired
The electric parking brake system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.Park BrakeMalfunctionService Now
Numerous park brake applies have overheated the system. Wait 2minutes before attempting to apply again.Park Brake SystemOverheated
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Power Steering
ActionMessage
The power steering system has detected a condition that requiresservice. Have the system checked as soon as possible.Steering FaultService Now
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle in asafe place. Have the system checked as soon as possible.Steering Loss StopSafely
The power steering system has detected a condition within thepower steering system or passive entry or passive start system thatrequires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Steering AssistFault ServiceRequired
The steering lock system has detected a condition that requiresservice. Have the system checked as soon as possible.Steering LockMalfunctionService Now
Pre-Collision Assist
ActionMessage
You have a blocked sensor due to inclement weather, ice, mud orwater in front of the radar sensor. You can typically clean the sensorto resolve.
Pre-CollisionAssist Not Avail-able SensorBlocked
A fault with the system has occurred. Have the system checked assoon as possible.Pre-CollisionAssist Not Avail-able
Remote Start
ActionMessage
Displays as a reminder to apply the brake and push the gear shiftbutton to drive the vehicle after a remote start.To Drive: PressBrake and GearShift Button
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Transmission
ActionMessage
You switched the engine off and shift select lever is in any positionother than park (P).Shift to Park
Transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you drive.TransmissionWarming UpPlease Wait
Displays when the brake pedal needs to be depressed.Press Brake Pedal
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safeplace as soon as it’s possible.Transmission OverTemperature StopSafely
Have the system checked as soon as possible.TransmissionService Required
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safeplace as soon as it’s possible.Transmission TooHot Press Brake
The transmission has limited functionality. Have the systemchecked as soon as possible.TransmissionLimited FunctionSee Manual
A reminder to shift into park. In addition, this message is typicalafter reconnecting or recharging the battery until you cycle theignition to the on mode. See Changing the 12V Battery (page329).
Transmission Notin Park
Displays when there is a system fault and the park brake needs tobe depressed before exiting the vehicle. Have the system checkedas soon as possible.
SHIFT SYS FAULTConfirm ParkBrake Apply BeforeExiting the Vehicle
Have the system checked as soon as possible.SHIFT SYS FAULTService Required
Displays when there is a system fault while the vehicle is shiftingto park. Have the system checked as soon as possible.SHIFT SYS FAULTVehicle is Shiftingto Park
Displays when there is a system fault while the vehicle is shiftingto reverse. Have the system checked as soon as possible.SHIFT SYS FAULTReverse Unavail-able ServiceRequired
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ActionMessage
Have the system checked as soon as possible.SHIFT SYS FAULTDrive UnavailableSelect S for DriveService Required
Have the system checked as soon as possible.SHIFT SYS FAULTNeutral Unavail-able ServiceRequired
Have the system checked as soon as possible.SHIFT SYS FAULTSport UnavailableService Required
Displays when an invalid gear has been selected.Invalid Gear Selec-tion
Displays when the brake pedal needs to be depressed to enablethe transmission to shift from park.Depress Brake toShift from Park
Reminder to switch off the ignition while in neutral tow.Neutral TowEngaged Turn Igni-tion Off for Towing
Displays when neutral hold is active and you want to exit neutraltow.Neutral TowEngaged DepressBrake and SelectPark to ExitNeutral Tow
Reminder to remove park brake while in neutral tow.Neutral TowRemove ParkBrake for Towing
Displays when the neutral tow is off.Neutral TowDisengaged
Displays when neutral tow is on.Neutral TowEnabled LeaveTransmission inNeutral
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4WD
ActionMessage
The four wheel drive system has automatically disabled itself dueto the system overheating.4WD TemporarilyDisabled
The four wheel drive system is locking up the torque transfer clutchto help reduce clutch temperature.4WD TemporarilyLocked
Displays when the system automatically disables to protect itself.This may be caused by operating the vehicle with a mini spare tireinstalled, if the system detects dissimilar size tires, or if there is anissue with another vehicle system preventing 4WD operation. Thesystem resumes normal operation and clears this message afteryou cycle the ignition on and off and drive a short distance with theroad tire re-installed or after the other vehicle system issues areresolved.
4WD Off
Displays after the system cools and the four wheel drive systemresumes normal function.4WD Restored
The four wheel drive system is not operating properly and thepowertrain fault indicator illuminates. If the warning stays illumin-ated or continues to illuminate, contact an authorized dealer assoon as possible.
4WD Fault ServiceRequired
Displayed when the transfer case fluid requires service.Change 4WDPower TransferUnit Lube
Displayed when the transfer case fluid has been changed and resetto new.4WD PowerTransfer Unit LubeSet to New
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AUTO-START-STOP (IF EQUIPPED)
The system helps reduce fuel consumptionby automatically stopping and restartingthe engine when your vehicle has stopped.The engine restarts automatically whenyou release the brake pedal.
In some situations, your vehicle may restartautomatically, for example:
•To maintain interior comfort.
•To recharge the battery.
Note:Power assist steering turns off whenthe engine is off.
Note:If your vehicle is flex fuel capable,Auto-Start-Stop will be inhibited for a shorttime after a refuel event while the systemis verifying the fuel type being used.
WARNING: Apply the parkingbrake, shift into park (P), switch theignition off and remove the key beforeyou leave your vehicle. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury or death.
WARNING: Apply the parkingbrake, shift into park (P), switch theignition off and remove the key beforeyou open the hood or have any serviceor repair work completed. If you do notswitch the ignition off, the engine couldrestart at any time. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
WARNING: The system mayrequire the engine to automaticallyrestart when the auto-start-stopindicator illuminates green or flashesamber. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
The Auto-Start-Stop system status isavailable at a glance within the informationdisplay. See Information Displays (page110).
Enabling Auto-Start-Stop
The system automatically enables everytime you start your vehicle if:
•You do not press the Auto-Start-Stopbutton (not illuminated).
•Your vehicle exceeds an initial speedof 3 mph (5 km/h) after you haveinitially started your vehicle.
•You have stopped your vehicle.
•Your foot is on the brake pedal.
•The driver door is closed.
•The interior compartment has cooledor warmed to an acceptable level.
•The front windshield defroster is off.
•You have not turned the steering wheelrapidly or you do not have it at a sharpangle.
•The vehicle is not on a steep roadgrade.
•The battery is within optimal operatingconditions (battery state of charge andtemperature in range).
•The engine coolant is near operatingtemperature.
•Elevation is below about 12,000 ft(3,650 m).
•Ambient temperature is moderate.
•The trailer is not connected.
•If you select Normal, Eco, Snow/Wetor Grass/Gravel/Snow modes.
•You are not in 4H or 4L.
•You have not selected Manual shiftmode.
•Hill descent control is not active.
•You have not selected Tow haul, Sport,Sand or Mud/Rut modes.
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