relay FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 2003 Owners Manual

Driving 107
Starting 107
Brakes 111
Transmission operation 113
Roadside Emergencies 135
Getting roadside assistance 135
Hazard flasher switch 136
Fuel pump shut-off switch 136
Fuses and relays 137
Changing tires 145
Jump starting 152
Wrecker towing 157
Customer Assistance 158
The dispute settlement board 161
Utilizing the mediation/arbitration 164
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada 164
Ordering additional owner’s literature 165
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 167
Cleaning 168
Maintenance and Specifications 174
Hood 175
Engine compartment 176
Engine oil 177
Battery 179
Fuel information 186
Part numbers 200
Refill capacities 201
Lubricant specifications 203
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If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in
the ON position and the brake pedal depressed:
1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the
key.
2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF.Apply the brake pedal and shift
to N (Neutral).
When the key is in the ignition OFF position, the automatic
transmission shift lever can be moved from the P (Park) position
without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwanted vehicle
movement, always set the parking brake.
3. Start the vehicle.
If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever,
it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not
operating properly. Refer toFuses and relaysin theRoadside
emergencieschapter.
Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps
are working.
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
See your dealer or a qualified service technician.
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This switch is located in the front
passenger’s footwell, by the kick
panel access cover.
To reset the switch:
1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the
switch by pushing in on the reset
button.
4. Turn the ignition ON.
5. Wait a few seconds and return
the key to OFF.
6. Make another check of leaks.
FUSES AND RELAYS
If electrical components are not
working, a fuse may have blown. If a
fuses is blown the wire in the fuse
will be broken.
Note:Always replace a fuse with
one that has the specified amperage
rating.
Replacing a blown fuse with a fuse that has a higher amperage
can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
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The fuses are:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 5A Mirrors, Autolamp
2 7.5A Cluster, Autolamp. Generic
Electronic Module (GEM),
Keyless entry, 4x4
3 7.5A Trailer tow right-hand stop/turn
lamps
4 7.5A Starter
5 15A Park lamps, Autolamps, I/P
dimming, Trailer tow
6 7.5A Air bags, Cluster
7 7.5A Trailer tow left-hand stop/turn
lamps
8 7.5A Cluster, Audio, GEM
1 234
5 678
9 101112
13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24
25 26
29 30
35 36
313233
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27 28
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
9 7.5A Speed control, Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS), 4x4, Powertrain
Control Module (PCM), Park
interlock, Keyless entry
10 15A Ignition, IPATS
11 15A Subwoofer
12 15A Climate control, Rear climate
control
13 15A Stop lamps, Speed control,
Auxiliary Center High-Mounted
Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
14 10A Air bags
15 15A 4x4 module
16 7.5A Turn signals, Park interlock,
Overhead console, Climate
control, 4x4, Speed control
17 20A Cigar lighter, On-Board
Diagnostics (OBD) II
18 20A Power locks, Keyless entry
19 15A Trailer tow park lamps
20 15A Daytime Running Lamps (DRL),
Reverse lamps, PCM
21 20A Heated seats
22 20A I/P power point
23 7.5A Front washers
24 30A Front wiper
25 7.5A Cluster, GEM
26 10A Interior illumination, Battery saver
27 7.5A Audio, Windows, GEM, Moonroof,
Rear window
28 – Not used
29 20A Audio, Rear audio
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
30 25A Seats
31 5A Instrument panel dimming
(XLS)/Rear audio control (XLT)
32 5A Auxiliary CHMSL
33 15A Highbeam headlamps
34 5A Rear audio
35 5A ABS module
36 — Not used
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is in the engine compartment. It contains
high-current fuses that protect the main electrical systems from
overloads.
Note:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high-current fuses.
Note:Always replace the cover to the power distribution box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection.
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The high-current fuses are:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
1 50A
Cartridge
fuseFuse panel
2 50A
Cartridge
fuseUltimate Audio System
3 20A
Cartridge
fusePower down back window, Moonroof
4 – Not used
5 – Not used
6 50A
Cartridge
fuseABS pump motor
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
7 30A
Cartridge
fusePowertrain control
8 – Not used
9 – Not used
10 – Not used
11 50A
Cartridge
fuseIgnition switch
12 – Not used
13 20A
Cartridge
fuse4x4 motor
14 – Not used
15 – Not used
16 40A
Cartridge
fuseBlower motor
17 – Not used
18 – Not used
19 – Not used
20 – Not used
21 10A Mini
fusePCM memory
22 15A Mini
fuseHorn
23 20A Mini
fuseFuel pump motor
24 25A Mini
fuseHeadlamps
25 10A Mini
fuseA/C clutch solenoid
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
26 – Not used
27 20A Mini
fuseRear power point
28 30A Mini
fuse4WABS module
29 15A Mini
fuseFog lamps
30 – Not used
31 15A Mini
fuseDaytime Running Lamps (DRL)
32 – Not used
33 – Not used
34 – Not used
35 – Not used
36 – Not used
37 – Not used
38 10A Mini
fuseLeft low beam
39 – Not used
40 – Not used
41 15A Mini
fuseHeated oxygen sensors
42 10A Mini
fuseRight low beam
43 – Not used
44 2A Mini
fuseSpeed control
45A – Wiper hi/low relay
45B – Wiper run/park relay
46A – Not used
46B – Not used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
47A 20A Circuit
breakerWindows
47B – Not used
48 – Window safety relay
49 – Starter relay
50A – Not used
50B – Fuel pump relay
51 – Not used
52 – Not used
53 – PCM diode
54 – PCM relay
55 – Blower relay
56A – Horn relay
56B – A/C clutch solenoid
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
If you get a flat tire while driving:
•do not brake heavily.
•gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.
•hold the steering wheel firmly.
•slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may
compromise the integrity of your tires.
Spare tire information
The spare tire can be used as a spare or a regular tire.
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