1996 FORD EXPLORER low beam

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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:
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[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.
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[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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Instrument Panel Controls
131
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[IP17660( X)12/93]
n
The further you move the slide knob toward the right, the
longer the headlamps stay on after you leave your vehicle.
Similarly, if you move the slide knob only slightly toward
the left, the headlamps stay on for only a moment after you
turn your vehicle off.
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[IP17715(ALL)04/95]
Fog Lamps (If equipped)
[IP17725(ALL)03/95]
The fog lamps switch is located on the instrument panel to the
right of the radio and climate control.
[IP17730(ALL)05/95]
n
To turn the fog lamps on, turn on the low-beam headlamps,
then push the fog lamp switch. An indicator light will glow
when the lamps are on.
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[IP17735(ALL)10/94]
n
To turn off, push the switch again.
[IP17750(ALL)05/95]
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Fog lamp switch
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[IP17760(ALL)02/93]
The fog lamps act as a supplement to the low beam headlamps
under limited visibility conditions such as rain, snow, dust or
fog and operate only when the low beam headlamps are on.
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[IP17770(ALL)02/93]
To maximize fog lamp bulb life it is recommended that the fog
lamp switch be turned off after each use prior to turning off the
headlamps.
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[AS29954(ALL)08/95]
If the sound skips:
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[AS29955(ALL)08/95]


Badly scratched discs or extremely rough roads will cause
the sound to skip. Skipping will not damage the disc player
or scratch the discs.
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[AS29956(ALL)01/95]
How to take care of and clean the CD Changer and
discs
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[AS29957(ALL)01/95]
To ensure the continued performance of your CD Changer
carefully read the following precautions:
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[AS29958(ALL)01/95]


Always handle a disc by the edge. Never touch the playing
surface.
[AS29959(ALL)06/95]


Before playing, inspect all discs for any contamination. If
needed, clean discs with an approved disc cleaner, such as
the Discwasher Compact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3
Compact Disc Cleaner, by wiping from the center out to the
edges. Do not use a circular motion to clean.
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[AS29960(ALL)08/95]


Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended
for analog records.
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[AS29961(ALL)01/95]


Do not expose the discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for
an extended period of time.
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[AS29962(ALL)01/95]


Do not insert more than one disc into each disc slot of the
disc magazine. Doing so may damage the discs, disc
magazine or the disc changer.
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[AS29963(ALL)01/95]


Do not insert anything other than discs into the disc
magazine.
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[AS29964(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The laser beam used in the compact disc player is
harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the
case.
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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
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[SV45300(ALL)01/95]
n
license plate lamp
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[SV45350(ALL)02/95]
n
fog lamps
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[SV45400(ALL)01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if:
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[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
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[SV45600(ALL)01/95]
n
the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see
clearly at night
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[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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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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