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Location of Spare Tire and Tools: The spare tire is located under the vehicle, just forward of the
rear bumper. The spare tire winch drive nut is located at the rear center of the cargo area, under
a lid. The jack, jack handle and lug nut wrench are located behind the rear seat, under the
carpeted lid in the cargo floor. The tools are contained in a bag attached to the jack.
Fuses: If the vehicle’s electrical components are not operating, a fuse may have blown. The fuse
panel is located below the instrument panel on the driver’s side; remove the cover to view the
fuses. For more information regarding changing fuses, refer to the Roadside Emergencies
chapter of your Owner’s Guide.
Fuel Information: Use regular unleaded gasoline with an (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. Ford Motor
Company does not recommend using regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 86 or
lower in high altitude areas. The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank is equal to the rated
refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter of the
Owner’s Guide.
Tire Pressure: Your vehicle’s tire pressure is properly set by your authorized dealer according to
the recommended specifications found on the vehicle’s tire label, located on the driver’s door
jamb. Check your tire pressure during routine maintenance and seasonal changes. If the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System light stays illuminated after starting, immediately check the tires and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and
tire performance.
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch: The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the
electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. The switch is located
in the passenger’s footwell, by the kick panel. After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not
start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been activated. For more information regarding
the fuel pump shut-off switch, refer to the Roadside Emergencies chapter of your Owner’s Guide.
Changing the Tires: The spare tire is not equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
sensor. The TPMS warning light will illuminate when the spare tire is in use. Replace the spare
tire with a road tire as soon as possible. If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake
heavily; instead, gradually decrease your speed, hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move
to a safe place on the side of the road.
Roadside Assistance:
During your Explorer’s limited warranty period, the assurance and support
of a 24-hour emergency roadside assistance program is included. Roadside assistance includes such
services as fuel delivery, tire changes, jump starts and help when you are locked out of your vehicle.
Complete your roadside assistance identification card and keep it handy (such as in your wallet) for
quick reference. This identification card is located in your Ford Owner’s Information portfolio. To
receive roadside assistance in the United States, call 1-800-241-3673.
Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may
demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise; this noise is common among a wide range of
vehicles and can be eliminated by simply lowering a front window approximately two to
three inches.
A. (CD Eject): Press and hold
to auto eject all CDs present in
the system. Press
and a
memory preset to eject from
a specific slot.
B. LOAD: Press LOAD and
a memory preset to load to a
specific slot. Press and hold to
autoload up to six CDs.
C.
/
(Tune/Disc Selector):
Press and release to manually
advance up/down the radio
frequency or to select a desired
disc. Press and hold for a fast
advance through radio
frequencies or all loaded discs.
Also use in menu mode to select
various settings.
D. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3
mode. If a CD/MP3 is already
loaded into the system, CD play
will begin where it ended last.
If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will
appear in the display.
E. (Phone): If your vehicle
is equipped with SYNC, press to
access SYNC PHONE features. For
more information, please refer
to the SYNC supplement. If your
vehicle is not equipped with
SYNC, the display will read
NO PHONE.
SATELLITE RADIO CONTROLS:
(if equipped)
F. AUX:
Press repeatedly to
cycle through SAT1, SAT2, SAT3
(satellite radio mode
if equipped),
LINE IN (auxiliary
audio mode),
or FES/DVD (if equipped). Press
AM/FM to return to radio mode.
Satellite radio is available only
with a valid SIRIUS radio
subscription. Check with your
authorized dealer for availability.
G. MENU: Press this button when
satellite radio mode is active to
access. Press OK to enter into the
satellite radio menu. Press
/
to cycle through the following
options: Category, Save Song,
Delete Song, Delete All Songs
and Enable Alerts/Disable Alerts.
For more information, please
refer to your Owner’s Guide.
H. SEEK: Press to access the
previous strong station or track.
Press
to access the next strong
station or track.
I. TEXT/SCAN: Press and hold
for a brief sampling of radio
stations or CD tracks. Press again
to stop. In CD/MP3 mode, press
to display track title, artist name
and disc title.
J. REW (Rewind): Press to
manually reverse in a CD or
MP3 track.
K. FF (Fast Forward): Press to
manually advance in a CD or
MP3 track.
L. FOLDER: In folder mode, press
to access the previous or next
folder on MP3 discs, if available.
M. SHUFFLE: Press to play the
tracks on the current disc in
random order.
N.
/ II OK (
PLAY/PAUSE): This
control is operational in CD and
DVD mode (if equipped). When
a CD or DVD
is playing in the
Family Entertainment
System,
press this control to play or
pause the current CD/DVD.
The CD/DVD status will display
in the radio display.
OK
- Your vehicle may be
equipped with special phone
and media features which
will require you to confirm
commands by pressing OK.
For further information, refer
to the SYNC supplement.
O. Memory Presets: To set a
station, select frequency band
AM/FM1/FM2 , tune to a station,
press and hold a preset button
(1-6) until sound returns.
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This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your vehicle Owner’s Guide which
contains more detailed information concerning the features of your vehicle, as well as
important safety warnings designed to help reduce the risk of injury to you and your
passengers. Please read your entire Owner’s Guide carefully as you begin learning about
your new vehicle and refer to the appropriate sections when questions arise.
All information contained in this Quick Reference Guide was accurate at the time of
duplication. We reserve the right to change features, operation and/or functionality of
any vehicle specification at any time. Your Ford dealer is the best source for the most
current information. For detailed operating and safety information, please refer to
your Owner’s Guide.
Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, MI 48121
1-800-392-3673 (FORD)
(TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952)
Additional Features
Remote Entry System
The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle
doors and the liftgate, open the liftgate window without a
key, and activate the panic alarm. Press control C and release to
unlock the driver’s door. Press and release again within three
seconds to unlock the passenger doors, the liftgate and liftgate
glass. Press control A and release to lock all the doors and
liftgate. Press control D to unlatch the liftgate window. Press
control B to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the
parking lamps will flash for a maximum of three minutes. Press
the control again or turn the ignition to the 3 (ON) position to
deactivate. The remote entry system can also control the memory
seat/adjustable pedals/easy entry-exit feature (if equipped). Press
control C to automatically move the seat and adjustable pedals
to the desired memory position (if equipped) (the seat position corresponds to the transmitter
being used). Car finder Press
twice within 3 seconds. The horn will chirp and the turn lamps will
flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locate your vehicle, rather than using the
panic alarm. For more information regarding the memory seats/adjustable pedals/easy entry-exit
feature, refer to your Owner’s Guide.
HomeLink® Wireless Control System (if equipped)
The HomeLink® Wireless Control System, located on the overhead console,
provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a
single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most
transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry
door locks, and home or office lighting. To set the HomeLink® Wireless Control
System, refer to your Owner’s Guide. To operate, simply press and release the
appropriate HomeLink® button. Activation will now occur for the trained product
(garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home or office lighting, etc.).
USB Port (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port inside your center console. This feature allows
you to plug in your media playing devices among other options. For more detailed information,
please refer to the SYNC supplement or the SYNC section of the Navigation Supplement.
Family Entertainment System (FES) (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System (Rear seat DVD player with
wireless headphones and remote control). Refer to the Owner’s Guide for further information
on the operation of your system.
Auxiliary Input Jack
Your vehicle is equipped with an Auxiliary Input Jack (E) located inside the
console bin. This allows you to plug and play auxiliary audio devices. Press AUX
repeatedly on your audio system to access. When LINE IN appears in the display,
plug in your auxiliary audio device. For more detailed information, please refer
to your Owner’s Guide.
Power Deployable Running Boards (if equipped)
The deployable running boards automatically move when the doors are opened to assist with
entering and exiting the vehicle. With automatic power deploy, the running boards will extend
down when the doors are opened, and with automatic power stow, the running boards will
return to the stowed position when the doors are closed. To enable/disable the power running
board feature, refer to the Message Center section of your Owner’s Guide.
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Navigation System (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Navigation System. Refer to the Navigation
Supplement for further information on the operation of your system.
Seating
2nd Row Seats: The second
row seats are designed for
maximum utility. They can
be positioned in up to three
unique configurations:
Upright (seating) position,
Cargo mode, and E-Z entry
mode (if equipped with
3rd row seat).
Before folding down the 2nd
row seats, ensure that no
objects such
as books,
purses, or
briefcases
are on the
floor in
front of or
under the seat. 1. Lower the
head restraints by pulling on
the strap. 2. Locate the recline
handle on the side of the seat
cushion by the door. 3. Pull up
on the handle and push the
seatback forward toward the
front of the vehicle.
To place the 2nd row 60/40
seats in cargo mode:
(if equipped with a 3rd row
seat) 1. Fold down the 2nd
row seat as
indicated.
2. Lift the
cargo mode
lever located
on the
back of the
seatback to
kneel the
seat down
and get a
flat loading
floor.
A moderate force may be
required to move the seat
forward and down.
To return to the upright
(seating) position from
cargo mode: 1. Push the seat
rearward until the latch is
engaged. (A moderate force
may be required to move the
seat). 2. Return the seatback
to the upright position.
Note: The seatback cannot
be returned to the upright
position until the seat is
returned from the cargo mode
position and latched. If the
seatback will not raise,
reposition the seat into cargo
mode and try lifting it again.
To enter the 3rd row seat:
(if equipped) 1. Fold the
seatback
down (as
indicated)
and release
the side
handle.
2. Pull the
side handle up again until the
rear of the seat releases from
the floor. 3. Rotate the seat
upward and away from the
3rd row.
To return the 2nd row seat to
the upright (seating) position
from E-Z entry mode:
1. Return the seat from the
E-Z entry position and latch it
to the floor with a moderate
speed. 2. Bring the seatback
to an upright position.
Note: If the seatback will
not return to the upright
position, tumble the seat
forward again and then
re-latch it to the floor. Be sure
that cargo or other objects
are not trapped underneath
the seatback.
3rd Row Seats: (if equipped)
Before folding the 3rd row
seats, ensure that no objects
such as books, purses or
briefcases are on the seat
cushions and that the seat
belts are unbuckled. 1.
Fold
the head restraints
down by
pulling on the strap located
under the restraint. 2. Pull
up on the
handle
located
behind the
seatback
while
pushing the
seatback forward and down
into the seat cushion.
Note: For 3rd row power
folding seat (if equipped),
the control buttons are
located on the driver-side
rear quarter trim panel
(accessible from the liftgate
area). Be sure to fold the
head restraints before
powering the 3rd row seat
into the folded position.
To return the 3rd row seats to
the upright (seating)
position: 1. Pull up on the
handle located on the
seatback, rotating the
seatback upward until you
hear a click, locking it in the
upright position. 2. Lift up
on the head restraint until it
locks into its original position.
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This vehicle handles differently from an ordinary passenger car in driving conditions which may occur
on streets and highways and off-road. DRIVE WITH CARE AND WEAR A SAFETY BELT AT ALL TIMES.
Ford urges you to read the Owner’s Guide and Driving Your SUV or Truck Supplement for detailed
information on safe driving precautions and instructions.
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