snow chains FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 2001 Owners Manual

Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type,
load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., ªAll Terrainº, etc.),
as originally offered by Ford.
Do not replace your tires with ªhigh performanceº tires or larger
size tires.
Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the
handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose
control and roll over.
Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires may also
affect the accuracy of your speedometer.
USING SNOW TIRES AND TRACTION DEVICES
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, using snow tires or traction
devices may be necessary. Ford offers tire cables as a Ford approved
accessory and recommends use of these or SAE class ªSº. See your
dealer or qualified service technician for more information on tire cables
for your vehicle.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices:
²Cables or chains should only be used on the rear wheels.
²Install cables or chains securely, verifying that the cables or chains do
not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
²Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables or chains rub or bang against
the vehicle, stop and retighten them. If this does not work, remove the
cables or chains to prevent vehicle damage.
²Avoid overloading your vehicle.
²Remove the cables or chains when they are no longer needed.
²Do not use cables or chains on dry roads.
Maintenance and care
207

for adults .........................103±105
for children .....................117±118
lap belt ....................................107
warning light and
chime ...................10, 13, 107±108
Safety seats for children ..........119
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................................102
Seats
child safety seats ....................119
cleaning ...................................231
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................92±94
Servicing your vehicle ..............182
Snowplowing .................................3
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................233, 238
Special notice ................................3
ambulance conversions ..............3
utility-type vehicles ....................3
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................235, 238
Speed control ..............................56
Speedometer ...............................14
Starting your vehicle ........127, 129
jump starting ..........................174
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................61
T
Tachometer .................................16
Tailgate ........................................75Tires ...........................168, 203±204
changing ..........................168, 171
checking the pressure ............204
replacing ..................................206
rotating ....................................205
snow tires and chains ............207
tire grades ...............................204
treadwear ................................203
Tonneau cover .............................80
Towing .......................................150
recreational towing .................156
trailer towing ..........................150
wrecker ....................................180
Traction-lok rear axle ...............135
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................199
Transmission
automatic operation ...............136
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................196
fluid, refill capacities ..............233
lubricant specifications ..235, 238
manual operation ....................140
Trip odometer .............................15
Trunk ...........................................83
Turn signal ............................11, 55
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................238
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................240
Vehicle loading ..........................148
Ventilating your vehicle ...........131
Index
259