key FORD EXPLORER 2023 Owner's Guide

Normally, it illuminates until the engine iscranked and automatically turns off if nosystem errors are present. However, if after15 seconds it flashes eight times, thisindicates that your vehicle is not ready forInspection and Maintenance testing. SeeCatalytic Converter (page 193).
If it illuminates when the engine is runningthis indicates a system error. The On BoardDiagnostics system has detected an errorin the vehicle emission control system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may beoccurring. Continuing to drive your vehiclemay cause reduced power or the engineto stop. Failure to respond to the warninglamp may cause component damage notcovered by the vehicle Warranty. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Stability Control
It flashes when the system isactive. If it remains illuminatedor does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, this indicates asystem error. During a system error thesystem switches off. Immediately have thesystem checked. See Using StabilityControl (page 222).
Stability Control Off
Illuminates when you switch thesystem off. It goes out when youswitch the system back on orwhen you switch the ignition off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Key in Ignition Warning Chime (If
Equipped)
Sounds when you open the driver's doorand you have left the key in the ignition.
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
Sounds the horn twice when you exit yourvehicle with the intelligent access key, afterthe last door is closed and your keylessvehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle isstill on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from theignition and open the driver's door and youhave left the headlamps or parking lampson.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parkingbrake on and drive your vehicle. If thewarning chime remains on after you havereleased the parking brake, have thesystem checked by an authorized dealerimmediately.
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GENERAL INFORMATION -
VEHICLES WITH: 6.5 INCH
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
DISPLAY SCREEN
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
You can control various systems on yourvehicle using the information displaycontrols on the steering wheel.Corresponding information appears in theinstrument cluster display.
Instrument Cluster DisplayControls
Return button.A
OK button.B
Menu button.C
Return Button
Use the return button to go back or to exit.
OK Button
Use the OK button to make a selection.You can also use it to scroll through amenu.
Menu Button
Use the menu button on the main screento display the submenu.
6 Inch Display Menu
This icon indicates a feature'sstatus. A check in the boxindicates the feature is on, andunchecked indicates the feature is off.
Note:Some options may appear slightlydifferent or not at all if the items areoptional.
Note:Some MyKey menu options onlyappear if MyKey is enabled and at least oneMyKey is programmed.
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Instrument Cluster DisplayControls
Return button.A
OK button.B
Menu button.C
Return Button
Use the return button to go back or to exit.
OK Button
Use the OK button to make a selection.You can also use it to scroll through amenu.
Menu Button
Use the menu button on the main screento display the submenu.
12 Inch Display Menu
This icon indicates a feature'sstatus. A check in the boxindicates the feature is on, andunchecked indicates the feature is off.
Note:Some options may appear slightlydifferent or not at all if the items areoptional.
Note:Some MyKey menu options onlyappear if MyKey is enabled and at least oneMyKey is programmed.
Select Screens
Select Screens
Menu options covered in Personalized Settings. See Personalized Settings (page117).
Audio
Audio
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 427).
Navigation
Navigation
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 427).
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Note:While regenerative braking works inall drive modes, the brake coach displaymay not be available in all drive modes.
Brake coach can be turned on or off in thesettings menu.
Trip Summary
Displays upon shutting off your vehicle.The values are cumulative since you laststarted your vehicle.
The information shown is the same as theThis Trip on demand screen. SeePersonalized Settings (page 117).
GENERAL INFORMATION -
VEHICLES WITH: 4.2 INCH
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
DISPLAY SCREEN
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
You can control various systems on yourvehicle using the quick action menu (QAM)buttons on the right-hand side of thesteering wheel. The information displayprovides the corresponding information.
Information Display Controls
Return button.A
OK button.B
Menu button.C
Return Button
Use the return button to go back or to exit.
OK Button
Use the OK button to make a selection.You can also use it to scroll through amenu.
Menu Button
Use the menu button on the main screento display the submenu.
4 Inch Display Menu
This icon shows the features onor off status. A check in the boxindicates the feature is on, andunchecked indicates the feature is off.
Note:Some options may appear differentor not at all if the items are optional.
Note:Some MyKey menu options onlyappear if MyKey is enabled and at least oneMyKey is programmed.
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Audio
Audio
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 427).
Phone
Phone
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 427).
Settings
Settings
Contains vehicle status information.Select Your Setting.Information
Select Your SettingLanguageDisplay
Measure unit
Temperature unit
Tire Pressure
Select Your SettingDriver Assistance
Select Your SettingOil LevelVehicle Maintenance
Oil Life
Brake Fluid Life
Tire Pressure
MyKey InfoMyKey
Create MyKey
Note:Additional vehicle settings areavailable through your touchscreen. SeeSettings (page 458).PERSONALIZED SETTINGS
Select one of these options to display onyour main screen.
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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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Hill Start Assist
ActionMessage
Hill start assist is not available. Have the system checked as soonas possible. See Hill Start Assist (page 213).Hill Start AssistNot Available
Keys and Intelligent Access
ActionMessage
A reminder to press the brake while starting your vehicle.To START PressBrake
The key is not detected by the system.No Key Detected
The Start Stop button is pressed to shut off the engine and anIntelligent Access key is not detected inside your vehicle.Restart Now orKey is Needed
Your vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.Full AccessoryPower Active
There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. Have thesystem checked as soon as possible.Starting SystemFault
During spare key programming, an intelligent access key isprogrammed to the system.Key ProgramSuccessful
During spare key programming, the maximum number of keys havebeen programmed.Max Number ofKeys Learned
Displays during spare key programming, when intelligent accesskey programming fails.Key ProgramFailure
Displays during spare key programming when you have notprogrammed enough keys.Not Enough KeysLearned
Displays when the key battery is low. Change the battery as soonas possible.Key Battery LowReplace Soon
Displays when you switch the vehicle off.Vehicle SwitchedOff
Informs you that upon exiting your vehicle that the vehicle is stillon.Vehicle is ON
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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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Recalling a PreSet Position
Press and release the preset buttonassociated with your preferred drivingposition. The memory features move tothe position stored for that preset.
Note:You can only recall a preset memoryposition when the ignition is off, or when thetransmission is in park (P) or neutral (N)and the vehicle is not moving if the ignitionis on.
You can also recall a preset memoryposition by:
•Pressing the unlock button on yourremote control if it is linked to a presetposition.
•Unlocking the driver door handle if alinked remote control is present.
Note:Using a linked remote control torecall your memory position when theignition is off moves the seat to the EasyEntry position.
Note:Pressing any active memory featureadjustment control, or any memory buttonduring a memory recall, cancels theoperation.
Linking a PreSet Position to yourRemote Control
Your vehicle can save the preset memorypositions for up to three remote controls.
1.With the ignition on, move the memoryfeatures to the preferred positions.
2.Press and hold the preferred presetbutton for about five seconds. A tonesounds after about two seconds.Continue holding until you hear asecond tone.
3.Within three seconds, press the lockbutton on the remote control you arelinking.
To unlink a remote control, follow thesame procedure – except in step 3, pressthe unlock button on the remote control.
Note:If more than one linked remotecontrol or intelligent access key is in range,the memory function moves to the settingsof the first key to recall a memory position.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
If you enable the easy entry and exitfeature, it moves the driver seat positionrearward up to 2 in (5 cm) when you switchthe ignition off.
The driver seat returns to the previousposition when you switch the ignition on.
You can enable or disable this featurethrough the touchscreen. See Settings(page 458).
REAR SEATS
Adjusting the Second Row RearSeats
WARNING: Always drive and ridewith your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.
WARNING: Do not recline the seatbackrest too far as this can cause theoccupant to slide under the seatbelt,resulting in personal injury in the eventof a crash.
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