1996 FORD EXPLORER tow

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[FV13200( X)05/91]5.
Fold the edges of the vinyl toward the center. Make sure the
edges of the vinyl clear the end cap slots (see Figure 2). Use
masking tape or a rubber band to hold the vinyl on the left
side of the roller tube.
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[FV13300( X)05/91]6.
While holding the vinyl and roller tube as shown in Figure
2, push the right end cap (marked with an ªRº) about 1/4
inch to disengage the clutch.
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[FV13400( X)05/91]7.
Wind the shade 14 revolutions in the direction shown in
Figure 2. (The wind direction is also marked on the end
cap.)
[FV13500( X)05/94]
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Figure 1
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[FV17701(ALL)02/95]
NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can
also be affected by weather conditions (such as very
cold temperatures) or structures around the vehicle
(buildings, other vehicles, radio and TV towers, etc.).
Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 33
feet (10 meters) away from your vehicle.
[FV17801(ALL)04/94]
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Opening the remote transmitter
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[FV17901(ALL)02/95]
The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace the batteries by
twisting a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter.
DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER
APART. When installing the new batteries, be sure to place the
positive (+) side down as marked. Snap the two halves back
together.
[FV18001(ALL)04/94]
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Replacing the batteries
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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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[FV28100( X)10/89]
Folding Rear Seat
[FV28201( X)11/89]
2 door models
[FV28301( X)10/89]
To fold down the rear split seat:
[FV28401( X)05/95]
Rotate the head restraint fully forward. Lower the head restraint
to the top of the seatback. Pull upward on the latch release
handle at the side of the seatback, while pulling the seatback
forward with the other hand. Push the seatback downward until
the latch engages in the full down position.
[FV28601( X)05/95]
To return the system to the seating position, pull upward on the
latch release handle while rotating the seat upward until seat
back latches in the upright position.
[FV28701( X)11/89]
The inboard safety belt buckle will not be damaged by this
operation. The buckles will automatically return to original
position when seat is upright.
[FV28801( X)10/94]
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Folding rear seat (two door model)
[FV28901( X)11/89]
4 door models
[FV28902( X)06/95]
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a built-in child seat,
the seatback cannot be folded down unless the
built-in child seat is fully stowed.
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[FV57350( X)01/95]
The moon roof has a sliding shade that you can manually open
or close to block the sun when the glass panel is shut.
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[FV57450( X)06/94]
To close the sliding shade, pull the shade toward the front of
the vehicle. The shade automatically opens when the moon roof
is opened.
[FV57550( X)06/94]
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Moon roof switch
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[FV72500( X)08/94]
Luggage Rack (If equipped)
[FV72600( X)12/92]
Loading the Luggage Rack
[FV72700( X)10/94]
If your vehicle is equipped with the luggage rack, load your
luggage as far back as it will safely go on the rack. Do not
carry more than 100 pounds (45 kg) or cause the vehicle to
exceed the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or its gross axle
weight rating (GAWR front and rear), which are shown on the
Safety Compliance Certification Label.
[FV72800( X)2/96]
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Luggage rack
[FV72900( X)07/92]
Luggage Rack Adjustment
[FV73000( X)08/94]
The rear crossbar of the luggage rack can be adjusted toward
the front or rear of your vehicle. To unlock the crossbar, slide
the locking switches at each end of the rear crossbar toward the
rear of the vehicle until the word ªUNLOCKEDº appears. The
crossbar is now free to slide forward or backward in the guide
rails.
[FV73100( X)10/94]
Adjust the crossbar to the desired position and lock into place
by pushing the locking switches on each end of the crossbar
toward the front of the vehicle.
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[FV73200( X)12/92]
The rear rack can be completely removed in the ªUNLOCKEDº
position by sliding the crossbar toward the rear of the vehicle
until it becomes free of the guide rails.
[FV73300( X)12/92]
ªDº Ring Adjustment
[FV73400( X)12/95]
The luggage rack has two ªDº rings (one on each side of the
luggage rack guide rails) that can be adjusted to secure cargo.
Turn the ªDº rings counterclockwise to loosen. Move the ªDº
rings to the desired positions and lock into place by turning the
ªDº ring clockwise. The ªDº rings should only be tightened by
hand.
[FV73500( X)06/94]
Items should be properly secured to the luggage rack to prevent
them from coming loose and creating a safety hazard on the
roadway.
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[AS29785(ALL)08/91]4.
Insert loaded disc magazine into chamber unit with the
arrow on top of the disc magazine pointing toward the
changer (Figure 4). Make sure magazine is fully inserted into
changer.
[AS29790(ALL)09/94]
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Figure 4
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[AS29795(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: To remove one or more compact disc(s) from the disc
magazine, push the corresponding lever(s) to the back.
Disc(s) will partially come out for easy removal.
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[AS29805(ALL)01/95]5.
Close unit by sliding changer panel door to the left.
[AS29810(ALL)10/94]
The Compact Disc Changer unit is now ready to play using the
controls of your Audio System.
[AS29817( X)10/94]
How to Operate the Ford 6-CD Changer Using the
Controls on the Radio (Luxury and Premium Audio
Systems only)
[AS29821( X)10/94]
If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford 6-CD Changer System,
you can operate it through the controls of your Luxury or
Premium Audio System.
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[AS29822(ALL)02/95]
How to begin CD Changer play
[AS29825(ALL)03/95]
Press the“CD”button to begin CD play. The 6-CD Changer
will automatically begin playing the first track (selection) of the
first disc loaded in the unit. The display will indicate“cd-dd”
for disc number and track number and then display“TT-tt”for
track number and the“dd-tt”for current disc and track number.
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