1996 FORD EXPLORER coolant temperature

358
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[SV22700(ALL)03/95]
Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers
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[SV22800(ALL)03/95]
Washer Fluid
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[SV22900(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you
stop for fuel. The reservoir for washer fluid is located on the
passenger's side of the engine compartment. Visual inspection
can determine if the washer fluid is adequate. Do not operate
the washer when the reservoir is empty.
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[SV23300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for
the engine coolant.
[SV23550(ALL)09/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0090119-B
Adding windshield washer fluid
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[SV23800(ALL)01/95]
Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than
plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain
additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer
fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol
should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below32ÊF
[0ÊC]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOC's) may restrict use of the most common antifreeze,
methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide cold weather
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Servicing Your Explorer
379
[SV37500(ALL)04/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0020382-C
Brake master cylinder
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[SV37600(ALL)03/95]
Power Steering Fluid
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[SV37700(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at least twice a
year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[SV37800(ALL)03/95]
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
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[SV37900(ALL)02/95]1.
Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid
reaches normal operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will be at the right temperature when the engine
coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster is near
the center of the NORMAL operating temperature range.
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[SV38000(ALL)01/95]2.
While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel back and
forth several times. Make sure that the cap assembly is
installed at this time.
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[SV38100(ALL)05/95]3.
Turn the engine off.
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[SV38200(ALL)03/94]4.
Check the fluid level on the dipstick (which is highlighted in
yellow in your vehicle). The fluid level should be between
the arrows in the FULL HOT range, which is marked on the
side of the dipstick, opposite the side marked FULL COLD.
Do not add fluid if the level is within the FULL HOT range.
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Convenience kit in cargo area............. 301
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding................ 352
drain and flush................... 356
preparing for storage................ 410
refill capacities................... 356
specifications.................... 406
temperature gauge.................. 92
warnings...................... 352
Cooling fan...................... 334
Crankcase emission filter................ 405
Cruise control (see Speed control)............ 141
Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada...... 324
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)............ 109
Daytime running light system............. 132
Defects, reporting................... 323
Defrost
rear window.................... 126
windshield..................... 113
Dipstick....................... 349
automatic transmission fluid...........373, 375
engine oil..................... 349
power steering fluid................. 379
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)............. 311
Dispute Settlement Board............... 319
Doors........................ 147
lubricant specifications................ 406
Driveline universal joint and slip yoke......... 377
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.................... 269
heavy load..................... 271
high speed..................... 268
high water..................... 270
slippery roads................... 269
tips for safe driving................. 267
towing a trailer................... 272
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Engine (continued)
starting..................... 67,71
starting after a collision................ 74
storing your vehicle...............408±409
Engine block heater................... 73
Engine coolant
checking and adding................ 352
checking hoses................... 355
disposal..................334, 351, 375
drain and flush................... 356
preparing for storage................ 410
recovery reservoir.................. 336
refill procedure................... 356
specifications.................... 406
temperature gauge.................. 92
Engine coolant temperature gauge
description...................... 92
mechanical...................... 92
Engine coolant temperature guage:electronic........ 92
Engine fan...................... 334
Engine:idle speed control................. 72
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter............349, 351
checking and adding................ 349
dipstick...................... 349
disposal..................334, 351, 375
engine oil pressure gauge............... 90
filter, specifications................. 405
specifications..................348, 406
synthetic oil.................... 348
ªbreak-inº oils.................... 5
viscosity...................... 348
Entry system
illuminated..................... 166
keyless....................... 156
remote....................... 161
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Fuel cap
removing...................... 339
replacing....................339, 341
Fuel filler door
override, manual.................. 340
remote release................... 339
Fuel filter, specifications................ 405
Fuel gauge....................... 91
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start................. 74
starting after a collision................ 74
Fuse panels
instrument panel.................. 388
power distribution box............... 386
Fuses
charts.....................381, 388
checking and replacing............... 388
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap)................. 339
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy).........99,342, 346
Gasoline (see Fuel).................. 339
Gauges, Electronic
engine coolant temperature gauge........... 92
fuel gauge...................... 91
odometer....................... 94
speedometer..................... 93
Gauges, Mechanical
battery voltage gauge................. 89
charging system gauge................ 89
engine coolant temperature gauge........... 92
engine oil pressure gauge............... 90
fuel gauge...................... 91
odometer....................... 94
speedometer..................... 93
tachometer...................... 94
trip odometer..................... 94
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