1996 FORD EXPLORER high beam

Warning Lights and Gauges
91
%*
[LG08900(ALL)01/95]
High Beam Light
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[LG09001(ALL)03/95]
This light comes on when the headlamps are turned on high
beam or when you flash the lights.
[LG09025(ALL)10/94]
6 pica art:0021266-A
High beam indicator light symbol
%*
[LG09300(ALL)03/95]
ªHeadlamps Onº Alert Chime
[LG09400(ALL)09/95]
This chime sounds if you open the driver's door while the
headlamps or parking lamps are on, and the key is removed
from the ignition.
%*
[LG09500(ALL)01/95]
Fuel Gauge
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[LG09700(ALL)06/93]
The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the
fuel tank only when the ignition switch is ON.
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[LG09850(ALL)01/95]
For a proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel, the ignition
switch should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being
refueled.
*
[LG09860(ALL)06/93]
The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when the vehicle is
in motion.
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[LG09875(ALL)08/93]
With ignition switch OFF, the fuel gauge indicator may drift
from the ignition switch ON position.
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[LG38450( X)01/95]
Low Fuel Level
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[LG38500( X)01/95]
This warning message is displayed when you have
approximately 50 miles (80 km) left before you run out of fuel.
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[LG38550( X)01/95]
Low Oil Level
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[LG38600( X)01/95]
This warning message is displayed when your engine oil level is
low. If this warning message is displayed, check the level of the
engine oil.
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[LG38650( X)02/95]
To check your oil:
*
[LG38700( X)05/95]1.
Park your vehicle on level ground, turn off the engine and
wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan.
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[LG38750( X)01/95]2.
Use the dipstick to check the oil. If the level is low, add oil,
but do not overfill.
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[LG38800( X)01/95]
If you are parked on a steep incline, the LOW OIL LEVEL
warning may come on when you start your vehicle, even
though the oil is at the correct level.
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[LG38850( X)01/95]
For information about adding oil, seeEngine oilin the Index.
%*
[LG38900( X)05/95]
Low Washer Fluid Light
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[LG38950( X)04/95]
This warning message is displayed when the washer fluid
reservoir is less than one quarter full.
[LG39000( X)01/95]
Check Head Lamps
[LG39050( X)08/94]
This warning message is displayed when you turn on your
headlamps and at least one of them is burned out. A high beam
headlamp burn out is not monitored.
[LG39100( X)04/94]
Check Tail Lamps
[LG39150( X)04/94]
This warning message is displayed when you turn on your rear
parking (tail) lamps and at least one of them is burned out.
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%*
[IP17780(ALL)08/95]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[IP17785(ALL)08/95]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive
cleaners to clean the lamps, as these may cause scratches or
crack the lamps.
%*
[IP17815(ALL)01/95]
Daytime Running Light System
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[IP17820(ALL)03/95]
(Canadian vehicles only)
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[IP17830(ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam
headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when:
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[IP17840(ALL)03/95]
n
The headlamp system is in the OFF position, and
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[IP17850(ALL)01/95]
n
The vehicle has a fully released parking brake.
*
[IP17860(ALL)05/95]
The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not
be on.
*
[IP17890(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will not
illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps. Turn on
your headlamps at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a
collision.
%*
[IP17900(ALL)03/95]
Lighting Up the Instrument Panel and the Interior of
Your Vehicle
[IP18000(ALL)10/94]
The instrument panel lights can be turned on by turning the
headlamp knob toward either the first or second position. You
can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by rotating the
thumb wheel.
[IP18200(ALL)03/95]
The interior lights will shut off after 25 seconds with all the
doors closed, or immediately when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position, or if the vehicle speed is above five MPH
(8 km/h). The interior lights will turn off after 40 minutes if
any of the doors are left open. Refer toBattery Saverin the
Featuressection for more details.
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Steering Column Controls
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[SC00400(ALL)01/95]
The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to
give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.
%*
[SC00500(ALL)01/95]
The Turn Signal Lever
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[SC00600(ALL)01/95]
You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering
column to:
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[SC00700(ALL)03/95]
n
operate the turn signals and cornering lamps
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[SC00800(ALL)01/95]
n
turn the high beams on/off
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[SC00900(ALL)05/95]
n
flash the lamps
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[SC01000(ALL)01/95]
n
turn the windshield wipers and washer on/off
%*
[SC01100(ALL)01/95]
Turn Signals
[SC01600(ALL)07/95]
7-1/2 pica art:0090131-B
Turn signal lever and functions
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[SC01800(ALL)11/89]
If the turn indicator light in the instrument panel does not
illuminate or remains on (doesn't flash) when you signal a turn,
the turn signaling system is malfunctioning. Have this condition
corrected as soon as possible, but make sure that you use the
accepted hand signals in the meantime.
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136
%*
[SC03200(ALL)08/95]
High Beams and Flashing the Lamps
[SC03500(ALL)03/95]
7-1/2 pica art:0090130-A
Headlamp high beam switch and turn signal lever on steering column
%*
[SC04400(ALL)08/95]
Windshield Wipers and Washer
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[SC04500(ALL)03/95]
To turn on the windshield wipers, the ignition key must be
turned to the ON or ACC position.
[SC04900(ALL)08/94]
10-1/2 pica
art:0020084-D
Interval wiper on turn signal lever
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[SC05000(ALL)02/95]
To set the interval wipers, rotate the knob at the end of the turn
signal lever toward or away from the instrument panel to the
interval operation you desire.
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%*
[SV44600(ALL)03/95]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[SV44700(ALL)01/95]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights
frequently:
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[SV44800(ALL)01/95]
n
headlamps
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[SV44850(ALL)02/95]
n
high-mount brakelamp
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[SV44900(ALL)01/95]
n
tail lamps
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[SV45000(ALL)01/95]
n
brakelamps
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[SV45100(ALL)01/95]
n
hazard flasher
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[SV45200(ALL)01/95]
n
turn signals
*
[SV45300(ALL)01/95]
n
license plate lamp
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[SV45350(ALL)02/95]
n
fog lamps
%*
[SV45400(ALL)01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if:
*
[SV45500(ALL)01/95]
n
oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your
vehicle's high beams when you do not have the high beams
on
*
[SV45600(ALL)01/95]
n
the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see
clearly at night
*
[SV45700(ALL)01/95]
n
the headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a
position slightly down and to the right
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Index
Brake fluid
brake warning light.................. 81
checking and adding................ 377
description..................... 377
specifications.................... 406
Brakelamp, high-mount brakelamp........... 134
Brakes
adjustment..................... 261
anti-lock...................... 261
applying the brakes................. 265
brake warning light.................. 81
fluid, checking and adding.............. 377
fluid, refill capacities................ 377
fluid, specifications................. 406
front disc...................... 261
if brakes do not grip well.............. 264
master cylinder................... 377
new brake linings................... 5
noise........................ 261
parking...................... 266
power braking................... 261
servicing....................264, 377
stopping distances................265, 267
trailer....................... 290
when storing your vehicle.............. 410
Brake-shift interlock.................. 247
Break-in period..................... 5
Brights (high beams).................91,136
Built-in child seat
cleaning....................... 52
operation....................... 34
Bulbs, replacing.................... 392
halogen...................... 393
headlamps..................... 393
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Index
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 277
definition....................271, 276
driving with a heavy load.............. 271
location....................271, 276
Gearshift
automatic operation................. 246
column-mounted.................. 246
floor-mounted.................... 251
gearshift override.................. 247
locking the gearshift.................. 67
positions....................246, 251
shifting the gears................246, 251
shift-lock...................... 247
Gearshift:shifting the gears.............246, 251
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 277
definition....................271, 275
driving with a heavy load.............. 271
location...................... 276
H
Hazard flashers.................... 139
Headlamps
aiming....................... 392
autolamp system.................. 128
checking alignment................. 392
cleaning...................... 132
daytime running lights................ 132
flashing...................... 136
high beam..................... 136
replacing bulbs.................392±393
turning on and off................. 127
warning chime.................... 91
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