1996 FORD EXPLORER fuel

Introductory Information
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Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts
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Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a mild detergent. Do
not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, fuel or strong detergents.
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Cleaning Plastic Parts
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Some of your vehicle's exterior trim parts are plastic. Clean with
a tar and road oil remover if necessary. Use a vinyl cleaner for
routine cleaning.
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Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents or
petroleum-based cleaners.
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If you have your vehicle rustproofed, remove oversprayed
rustproofing with a tar and road oil remover. If rustproofing is
not removed from plastic and rubber parts, it can cause
deterioration.
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Because your vehicle's side mouldings are painted in lacquer, do
not use thinners or solvents to clean them.
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Fuel-Injected Engines
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When starting a fuel-injected engine,the most important thing
to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you
have problems getting your vehicle started. SeeStarting Your
Enginein this chapter for details about when to use the
accelerator while you start your vehicle.
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Starting Your Vehicle
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Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
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RWARNING
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other
enclosed area. Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more
than a short period of time with the engine running.
Exhaust fumes are toxic. SeeGuarding Against Exhaust
Fumesin this chapter for more instructions.
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Before you start your vehicle, do the following:
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Make sure all occupants in the vehicle buckle their safety
belts. SeeSafety Restraintsin the Index for more details.
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Make sure the headlamps and other accessories are turned
off when starting.
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If you have an automatic transmission,make sure that the
gearshift lever is in P (Park) and the parking brake is set
before you turn the key.
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If you have a manual transmission,make sure that the
parking brake is fully set, push the clutch pedal to the floor,
and put the gearshift into Neutral before you turn the key.
(Remember, the starter will operate only if the clutch pedal
is pushed in all the way).
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For a warm engine:
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Do not hold the key in the START position for more than
five (5) secondsat a time. If the engine does not start within
five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to the OFF
position. Wait a few seconds after the starter stops, then try
again.
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Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
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After starting, allow the engine to idle for a few seconds before
driving away.
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If the engine does not start after two attempts:
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Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
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Press the accelerator all the way to the floor and hold it.
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Turn the ignition key to the START position.
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Release the ignition key when the engine starts.
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Release the accelerator gradually as the engine speeds up.
Then drive away in the normal manner.
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If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch
may have been triggered. For directions on how to reset the
switch seeFuel Pump Shut-Off Switchlater in this chapter.
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A computer system controls the engine's idle speed. When you
start your vehicle, the engine's idle speed normally runs high.
These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle coast slightly
faster than its normal idle speed. It should, however, slow down
after a short time. If it does not, have the idle speed checked.
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If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, do
not allow your vehicle to idle for more than 10 minutes. Have
the vehicle checked.
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If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or
Does Not Start After a Collision
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The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch
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If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a
collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been
triggered. The shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the
fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a major jolt.
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Once the shut-off switch is triggered, you must reset the switch
by hand before you can start your vehicle.
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Fuel pump shut-off switch location
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RWARNING
If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to
start your vehicle. Have all the passengers get out of the
vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing
service.
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Starting Your Explorer
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If your engine cranks but does not start after a collision or
major jolt:
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Turn the key in the ignition to OFF.
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Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red reset button
down. If the button is already set, you may have a different
mechanical problem.
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Turn the ignition key ON for a few seconds, then turn it
OFF.
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Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel.If you see or
smell fuel, do not start your vehicle again.If you do not
see or smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle again.
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Check all vehicle warning lights before driving your vehicle.
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Reset button for fuel pump shut-off switch
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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If the light turns on and off at one (1) second intervals while
you are driving the vehicle, it means that the engine is
misfiring. If this condition persists, damage could occur to the
engine or catalytic convertor. Have your vehicle serviced at the
first opportunity. You do not need to have your vehicle towed
in.
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If the light turns on and off on rare occasions while you are
driving, it means that a malfunction occurred and the condition
corrected itself.
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On the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light
will turn off as soon as the engine begins to crank. It is not
necessary to have the engine serviced.
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Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may
come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. If the light
comes on and you suspect the fuel cap is not properly installed,
pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the
engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it is
properly seated.
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After completing the three consecutive warm-up cycles and on
the fourth engine start-up, the Check Engine Warning Light
should turn off. If the light does not go off after the fourth
engine restart, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer or a
qualified technician.
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Check engine warning light symbol
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Anti-Theft Alarm Light (If equipped)
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This light flashes on and off when the ignition switch is OFF
and any door is opened. As soon as you lock the doors, the
light glows steadily. Within 30 seconds of closing all the doors,
the light flashes intermittently (every 2 seconds). This indicates
that the alarm system is armed.
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Anti-theft alarm light
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Check Gage Light (If equipped)
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This light will come on when the key is in the ON position and
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engine coolant temperature is high
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fuel level is near empty
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This light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention
and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge, the engine
oil pressure gauge, and the fuel level gauge.
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Please seeEngine Coolant Temperature Gauge,Engine Oil Pressure
Gauge,orFuel Gaugein this chapter for more information.
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Check gage light
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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Fuel Reset Light (If Equipped)
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Your vehicle may have a fuel reset light. The fuel reset light
will come on when you turn the ignition key to ON and the
fuel pump shut-off switch has been triggered. Refer toFuel
pump shut-off switchin the Index to find additional information.
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Fuel reset light
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Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter)
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This gauge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key
is in the ON position.
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If the battery is operating under cold weather conditions, the
pointer may indicate in the upper range of the NORMAL band
while the battery is charging. If you are running electrical
accessories with the engine off or idling at a low speed, or the
battery is not fully charged, the pointer may move toward the
lower end of the NORMAL band.
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If it stays outside the NORMAL band, have your vehicle's
electrical system checked as soon as it is safely possible.
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Battery voltage gauge Ð mechanical cluster with tachometer
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