1996 FORD EXPLORER Owners Manual

Features
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[FV19200(ALL)02/95]
When unlocking the vehicle with a key, turn the key all the
way to the end of its travel or the system may not disarm.
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[FV19202(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off
automatically within 2 minutes 45 seconds after the
system is triggered. It will trigger again if another
intrusion occurs. However, the starter circuit remains
disabled until the system is disarmed.
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[FV19205(ALL)05/95]
The anti-theft system is designed to work with the factory
installed remote entry system. It may not work with other
remote entry systems.
[FV19210( X)06/94]
Automatic Ride Control System
(If equipped)
[FV19213( X)03/95]
The automatic ride control system is designed to improve ride,
handling, and general vehicle performance for both on and
off-road conditions by adjusting vehicle ride height and shock
dampening (firm or soft).
[FV19216( X)08/94]
The system automatically controls the vehicle ride height over a
range of approximately two inches based on vehicle speed and
selection of two or four wheel drive modes. Also, the system
keeps the vehicle at a constant level if a load is added to or
removed from the vehicle.
[FV19218( X)03/95]
The automatic ride control system places the vehicle at its
lowest height when two wheel drive is selected. Shock
dampening is automatically set based on driver and road inputs
to optimize ride.
[FV19220( X)03/95]
The automatic ride control system raises the vehicle
approximately one inch when Auto 4WD is selected. However,
if vehicle speed exceeds 58 mph (93 km/h), the system will
lower the vehicle to its two wheel drive height to maximize ride
comfort. The vehicle will raise again if vehicle speed is less than
30 mph (48 km/h) for one minute. Like the two wheel drive
mode, shock dampening is automatically set based on driver
and road inputs.
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[FV19224( X)03/95]
In 4WD Low, the automatic ride control system raises the
vehicle approximately two inches above its lowest height. Shock
dampening is locked in firm mode. The height change improves
body clearance. The combination of firm dampening and the
height change also provides maximum suspension feedback for
improved off-road safety and performance.
[FV19226( X)03/95]
The vehicle will drop to its lowest position when the ignition is
turned OFF to provide ease of entry and exit of the vehicle.
[FV19229( X)03/95]
As a safety consideration, whenever a door is opened, including
the liftgate and liftgate glass, the system memorizes and
maintains the height at the moment the door was opened. The
system will maintain this height until either the doors are all
closed or vehicle speed exceeds 10 mph (16 km/h).
[FV19234( X)03/95]
An on-board air compressor and solenoids are used to raise and
lower the vehicle. It is normal to occasionally hear a buzz or
clicking from the vehicle even when the ignition is turned off.
The system stays energized for forty minutes after ignition is
turned off to compensate for any load changes made after the
vehicle is parked.
[FV19237( X)05/95]
The automatic ride control system operation can be monitored
through the message center. Refer toMessage Centerin the
Warning Lights and Gaugeschapter for more details.
[FV19240( X)08/94]
Service Switch
[FV19243( X)08/94]
The automatic ride control service switch is mounted in the jack
storage area. The switch should be turned off to disable the
automatic ride control system during jacking, hoisting, towing,
or transport of the vehicle to avoid unexpected vehicle
movement.
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[FV19246( X)03/95]
17-1/2 pica
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Automatic Ride Control service switch
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[FV19250(ALL)02/95]
Windows
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[FV19300(ALL)08/95]
Operating the Windows Manually
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[FV19400(ALL)08/95]
The door windows are opened and closed by turning the handle
crank.
[FV19600(ALL)04/94]
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Manual window operation
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[FV20801( X)05/95]
Flip quarter window (2 door model only)
[FV20900( X)03/91]
To open, press outward on the window latches, then depress
the levers on each side of the latch and pull inward. Move the
latch out and into the open position. To close, depress the levers
on each side of the latch. Lift the latch and pull inward, then
press latch outward to lock the levers.
[FV21000( X)03/90]
10-1/2 pica
art:0020680-B
Flip quarter window
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[FV22901(ALL)03/91]
Using the Power Windows (If equipped)
[FV23001(ALL)08/94]
Each door has a power control that opens and closes the
window on that door. The driver's door has a master control
switch that operates all door windows. You must place the
ignition switch in the ON or ACC position to use your power
window controls.
[FV23101( X)02/92]
One touch down driver's power window operation
[FV23201( X)01/95]
The one touch down power window feature allows you to
completely open the driver's window without holding down the
window switch. To open the window completely, press the
window switch to the down position for less than 1/2 second,
then release it. If the switch is pressed while the window is
going down, the window will stop at that position.
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[FV23401( X)04/95]
To close the window, hold the window switch to the up
position until the window closes.
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[FV23501(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Do not let children play with the power windows. They
may seriously hurt themselves. Make sure occupants are
clear of the window(s) before closing.
[FV23701( X)05/95]
17-1/2 pica
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Master control switch
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[FV24101(ALL)01/95]
Seats
[FV24250( X)10/94]
Four-Way Head Restraints (If equipped)
[FV24325(ALL)06/94]
Adjust the head restraints so that the cushion contacts the back
of your head when you move your head rearward.
[FV24350( X)10/94]
The head restraint may be adjusted in four directions. To raise
or lower the head restraint, push in the lock release button. The
button is located on the outboard side of the post of the head
restraint for the driver's side and the inboard side for the
passenger side. To adjust the head restraint forward or
rearward, simply push or pull head restraint to desired position.
[FV24650( X)04/94]
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Adjusting the head restraint (limited)
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[FV24801(ALL)05/90]
Adjusting the Front Seat Manually
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[FV25920(ALL)06/95]
To move the front seat forward or rearward:
[FV25930(ALL)08/94]1.
Find the adjustment bar at lower front of the front seat.
[FV25940(ALL)10/94]2.
Lift bar upward to unlatch the seat.
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[FV25950(ALL)08/95]3.
Move the seat to the desired position.
[FV25960(ALL)10/94]4.
Release the bar to latch the seat in its new position. Make
sure the seat latches securely in place.
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[FV25970(ALL)10/94]
13-1/2 pica
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Adjusting the bucket seat
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[FV26001(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the
vehicle is moving.
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[FV26100(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid
injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.
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[FV26200(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision, always
drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap
belt snug and low across the hips.
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[FV26300(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision,
children should always ride with the seatback upright.
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[FV26400(ALL)08/94]
Reclining Bucket Seats (If equipped)
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[FV27301( X)02/92]
You can tilt the seat back of your bucket seats backward.
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[FV27401( X)03/93]1.
On the outboard side of the seat, lift the recliner handle up
and hold it in place.
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[FV27501( X)10/89]2.
Lean against the back of the seat and adjust it to the position
you want.
[FV27601( X)10/94]3.
Release the handle to latch the seat back in place.
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[FV27701( X)10/89]4.
To return the seat back upright, lift the handle and lean
forward.
[FV27751(ALL)08/94]
Lifting the recliner handle of an unoccupied seat will allow the
seat back to fold forward for access to the rear. Pushing the seat
back with the release handle raised returns the seat back to the
upright position.
[FV27800(ALL)04/94]
10-1/2 pica
art:0021165-A
Reclining bucket seat
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