1996 FORD EXPLORER service

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Anti-theft system (continued)
triggering..................... 167
warning light..................... 88
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board)......... 319
Assistance (see Customer assistance).......... 317
Audio system (see Electronic sound system)....... 207
Autolamp system (see Headlamps).........128, 132
Autolock (see Keyless entry).............. 159
Automatic transaxle, fluid, specification......... 406
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive............ 248
fluid, adding.................... 375
fluid, checking................... 374
fluid, specification.................. 406
Axle
lubricant specifications................ 406
traction lok...................269, 363
B
Backing up...................... 248
Basic vehicle warranty.................. 3
Battery
acid, treating emergencies..........295, 372±373
battery saver.................... 166
charging system warning light............. 87
disconnecting.................... 298
how to service................... 371
jumping a disabled battery.............. 295
maintenance-free.................. 371
proper disposal, recycling.............. 372
replacement, specifications.............. 405
servicing...................... 371
voltage gauge.................. 87,89
when storing your vehicle.............. 410
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Electrical system
fuses......................381, 388
operating when the engine is off............ 67
power point outlet................. 204
relays....................... 389
Electronic message center (see Message center)....... 96
Electronic sound system
accessory delay.................... 67
antenna...................... 213
atenna....................... 213
radio reception................... 241
tuning the radio...............210, 223, 238
warranty and service information........... 243
Electronic stereo cassette radio (see Electronic
sound system)...............209, 222
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic sound system) . 209, 222
Emergencies, roadside
assistance...................... 317
battery acid spills................295, 373
fuel........................ 344
jump-starting.................... 295
towing....................... 311
Emergency brake (parking brake)............ 266
Emission control system
catalytic converter.................. 399
emissions warranty................ 3,399
Engine
check engine warning light............... 84
does not start................... 72,74
fuel injected engine, starting............70±71
fuel pump shut-off switch............... 74
preparing to start................... 70
service points.................... 336
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Index
Exhaust fumes...................... 76
Extended Service Plan, Ford............... 4
F
Fan, engine fan, avoiding injury............. 334
Federal Communications Commission.......... 243
Flashers, hazard.................... 139
Flashing the lamps................... 136
Flat tire........................ 299
Foglamps....................... 131
Ford Dispute Settlement Board............. 319
Ford Extended Service Plan................ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada............ 324
Ford of Canada Customer Assistance Centre....... 324
Foreign registration.................. 325
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
description..................... 256
driving off road................... 259
special notice..................... 4
Four-wheeling with Ford supplement........... 4
French owner guides, how to obtain............ 3
Fuel
calculating fuel economy..............99,346
choosing the right fuel................ 342
comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates..... 347
filling your vehicle with fuel............. 339
filter, specifications................. 405
fuel filler door release lever...........339±340
fuel gauge...................... 91
improving fuel economy............... 347
octane rating.................... 342
quality....................... 342
running out of fuel................. 346
safety information relating to automotive fuels..... 344
storing your vehicle................. 409
treating emergencies................. 344
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Lamps (continued)
interior lamps.................127, 132
replacing bulbs................... 392
trailer....................... 290
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal)......... 135
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag........................ 83
anti-theft....................... 88
brake........................ 81
charging system................... 87
check engine..................... 84
engine oil pressure.................. 90
hazard warning light................ 139
high beam...................... 91
low washer fluid.................. 104
oil pressure...................... 90
overdrive off..................... 86
safety belt...................... 82
service engine soon.................. 84
theft system..................... 88
turn signal indicator................. 135
Load limits
GAWR....................... 271
GVWR....................... 271
trailer towing.................... 272
Lubricant specifications................ 406
Lug nuts
standard...................... 307
tightening sequence................. 304
M
Maintenance schedule and record (see separate Maintenance
Schedule and Record booklet)........... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing).............. 333
Manual transmission
clutch.....................251, 376
fluid, checking and adding.............. 376
lubricant specifications................ 406
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Safety restraints (continued)
for infants.................... 32,52
for pregnant women................. 9
lap and shoulder belts................ 9,11
maintenance..................... 22
proper use...................... 9
replacement................... 22,24
warning light and chime................ 82
Safety seats for children
and air bags.................. 27,52±53
attaching with tether straps.............. 64
automatic locking mode (retractor)......... 13,52
built-in child seat................... 34
in front seat..................... 52
in rear outboard................... 52
in rear seat...................... 52
tether anchorage hardware............... 64
Seat belts (see Safety restraints).............. 9
Seats
adjusting the seat, manual.............. 174
adjusting the seats, power.............. 183
child safety seats................... 52
cleaning upholstery................. 186
reclining the seat.................. 174
seatback release................... 174
Serial number (VIN).................. 318
Service concerns.................... 318
Servicing your vehicle
precautions when servicing............. 334
servicing when you tow............... 311
Shift-lock system................... 247
Shift positions (see Gearshift)............246, 251
Shoulder and lap belts (see Safety restraints)....... 9,11
Shoulder belts (see Safety restraints)......... 11,14
Side mirrors
adjusting...................... 191
Sliding moon roof (see Moon roof)........... 192
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Service Station Information
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