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10-1/2 pica
art:0021169-C
Power lumbar and side bolsters switch Ð sport bucket seat
%*
[FV48310(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Seats
%*
[FV48315(ALL)04/95]
Fabric
*
[FV48320(ALL)05/95]
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum
cleaner. Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions
that come with the cleaner.
*
[FV48325(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a small, hidden
area of fabric. If the fabric's color or texture is
adversely affected by a particular cleaner, do not use
it.
[FV48340(ALL)02/96]
Cleaning your vehicle
[FV48345(ALL)02/96]
Leather
[FV48350(ALL)12/95]
For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth.
For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a leather and
vinyl cleaner or a mild soap.
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Console (If equipped)
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[FV59500(ALL)12/91]
Your vehicle may have a full console. The full console has the
features shown in the illustration below.
[FV59600( X)08/94]
NOTE: Ford recommends the use of 12 oz. (355 ml.) beverage
cans in the cupholder. With manual transmissions there may be
an interference of the shift lever, when in reverse, with taller
beverage cans.
[FV59700(ALL)07/95]
17-1/2 pica
art:0090211-A
The features on the console Ð bucket seats
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Features
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Rear Console (If equipped)
[FV65500( X)03/95]
Your Explorer comes with a rear console that is located between
the bucket seats. The console includes:
[FV65600( X)08/94]
n
Air vents, with rear seat controls
[FV65700( X)08/94]
n
Radio controls
[FV65800( X)10/94]
n
Beverage holder
[FV65900( X)05/95]
17-1/2 pica
art:0090192-A
Rear console
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![FORD EXPLORER 1996 2.G Owners Manual Driving Your Explorer
273
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[DR29501(ALL)12/91]
Trucks, unlike passenger cars, are basically custom vehicles
designed to carry a load. Most owners start with a base vehicle
and add production and deal FORD EXPLORER 1996 2.G Owners Manual Driving Your Explorer
273
*
[DR29501(ALL)12/91]
Trucks, unlike passenger cars, are basically custom vehicles
designed to carry a load. Most owners start with a base vehicle
and add production and deal](/manual-img/11/4952/w960_4952-272.png)
Driving Your Explorer
273
*
[DR29501(ALL)12/91]
Trucks, unlike passenger cars, are basically custom vehicles
designed to carry a load. Most owners start with a base vehicle
and add production and dealer installed and/or aftermarket
components to suit their tastes and purposes. Even trucks that
are purchased for personal transportation only are likely to have
considerable optional equipment, such as step bumpers and
light bars, for example.
*
[DR29525(ALL)09/95]
RWARNING
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside
or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in
these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
*
[DR29530(ALL)09/95]
RWARNING
Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle
that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
*
[DR29535(ALL)09/95]
RWARNING
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a
safety belt properly.
*
[DR29551(ALL)03/91]
Each additional item of equipment affects how much cargo a
vehicle can carry. If a vehicle is overloaded, performance will
suffer and service concerns may arise.
*
[DR29601(ALL)04/95]
The following is a typical example of a Safety Compliance
Certification Label and an explanation of how this information
should be used:
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![FORD EXPLORER 1996 2.G Owners Manual Roadside Emergencies
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[RE05000(ALL)01/95]
n
drive through an automatic car wash with this tire. Because
the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire,
it reduces the ground clearan FORD EXPLORER 1996 2.G Owners Manual Roadside Emergencies
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[RE05000(ALL)01/95]
n
drive through an automatic car wash with this tire. Because
the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire,
it reduces the ground clearan](/manual-img/11/4952/w960_4952-300.png)
Roadside Emergencies
301
*
[RE05000(ALL)01/95]
n
drive through an automatic car wash with this tire. Because
the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire,
it reduces the ground clearance. Your vehicle may get caught
in the rails and it could be damaged.
%*
[RE05100(ALL)03/95]
Spare Tire Location
*
[RE05250(ALL)06/94]
The spare tire for your vehicle is stowed at the rear under the
frame.
*
[RE05550( X)03/91]
To remove the spare tire:
[RE05650( X)10/94]1.
Open the liftgate. Assemble the jack handle (stowed behind
the rear seats under the carpet) to the lug wrench (stowed in
driver's side rear quarter trim panel). Insert drive section of
the handle into the actuator hole and turn counterclockwise
until the cable is slack enough to allow the spare tire to be
pulled rearward from under the vehicle.
*
[RE05700( X)10/94]2.
Slide the spare tire to the rear and remove the retainer from
the wheel.
*
[RE05850( X)10/94]3.
To stow the cable/retainer with spare removed, turn jack
handle wrench clockwise until slack is removed.
[RE05875( X)10/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0021216-A
Assembling the jack handle
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Roadside Emergencies
305 instruction sheet and a pair of tire changing gloves. Thejack
handleis stowed behind the second row passenger seats under
the carpet. Assemble handle sections and lug wrench together.
[RE16075( X)02/95]
7-1/2 pica art:0021218-A
Assembling the jack handle
[RE16150( X)10/94]
17-1/2 pica
art:0020559-C
Jack stowage area
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Index
421
A
Accessory position on the ignition............. 67
Accessory power source, power point outlet....... 204
Additives, engine oil.................. 348
Air bag supplemental restraint system
and child safety seats..............26±27, 52
description.................... 24,28
disposal....................... 32
driver air bag................... 24,28
indicator light..................... 83
operation....................... 28
passenger air bag................. 26,28
proper seating.................... 26
service and information labels............. 28
tone generator.................. 30,32
wearing safety belts.................. 25
Air cleaner filter
location...................... 336
specifications.................... 405
Air suspension, check air ride system warning,
message center................. 100
Alarm, activating remote personal............ 162
All wheel drive.................... 258
Ambulance packages................... 5
Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system). . . 207, 213, 241
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 352
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 352
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description..................... 261
noise........................ 263
see also Brake.................... 261
Anti-theft system
arming the system.................. 167
description..................... 167
disarming an untriggered system........... 168
disarming a triggered system............. 168
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C
Canada, customer assistance.............. 324
Canada, warranty information.............. 3
Carbon monoxide in exhaust............... 76
Car seats for children (see Child safety seats)....... 52
Cassette tape player (see Electronic sound system) . . 214, 226
Catalytic converter.................. 399
Chains, tires..................... 369
Changing a tire.................... 299
Charging system gauge................. 89
Charging system warning light.............. 87
Child safety restraints
built-in child seat................... 34
child safety belts................... 65
child safety seats................... 52
Child safety seats
and air bags................... 27,52
attaching with tether straps.............. 64
automatic locking mode (retractor)......... 13,52
built-in child seat................... 34
in front seat................... 27,52
in rear outboard seat................. 52
in rear seat...................... 52
tether anchorage hardware............... 64
Chime
headlamps on.................... 91
key in ignition.................... 68
safety belt...................... 82
Circuit breakers, see also fuses............. 381
Cleaning your vehicle
built-in child seat................... 52
chrome and aluminum parts.............. 7
engine compartment................. 339
exterior....................... 6
exterior lamps................... 132
fabric....................... 186
headlamps..................... 132
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