1996 FORD EXPLORER overhead

Instrument Panel Controls
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[IP18400( X)03/95]
Cargo and Map Lamps
[IP19100( X)08/94]
The cargo lamp is located on the roof headliner near the liftgate.
The lamp will come on whenever the driver's door or
passenger's door is open or when the headlamp switch
thumbwheel is rotated fully upward.
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[IP19187(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
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[IP19188(ALL)04/95]
Your interior dome lamps and map lamps are plastic and
should be cleaned with a mild detergent diluted in water. Rinse
them with clear water.
[IP19700(ALL)04/95]
Dome/Map Lamps (If equipped)
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[IP19800( X)08/95]
The map lamps are located inside the dome lamp assembly, on
each side of the dome lamp. Each lamp has its own switch.
[IP19815( X)03/93]
If you have the Explorer Limited, the map lamps are located in
the overhead console. Each lamp has its own switch.
[IP19850( X)05/95]
7-1/2 pica art:0090188-A
Map lamps
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[FV18101(ALL)02/95]
Replacing lost transmitters
[FV18200(ALL)07/95]
In the event a transmitter is lost, you should take your vehicle's
transmitters to your dealer to have the remote entry system
deprogrammed for the lost transmitter. This is necessary to
prevent further unauthorized use of the lost transmitter.
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[FV18301(ALL)02/95]
You can also purchase additional transmitters (up to 4
transmitters can be used) from your dealer. You will need to
take all your transmitters to the dealer so they can program
them to the remote entry system all at the same time.
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[FV18601(ALL)04/95]
Illuminated Entry System (If equipped)
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[FV18701(ALL)06/95]
This system will provide illumination of the vehicle's interior
courtesy lamps when either outside front door handle is pulled
or when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door or
sound the personal alarm. The system will automatically turn
off after approximately 25 seconds or when the ignition is
turned to the RUN or ACC position.
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[FV18801(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The inside lights will not turn off if you have turned
them on with the dimmer thumbwheel or if any door
is open.
[FV18810( X)10/94]
Delayed Accessory
[FV18815( X)08/94]
This feature provides power to operate the power windows and
power moon roof for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
turned from the RUN to the OFF position.
[FV18820( X)06/94]
If either front door is opened during the 10 minute period the
delayed accessory feature will be disabled.
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[FV18900(ALL)08/94]
Battery Saver
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[FV19000(ALL)03/95]
When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will turn off battery
voltage to all of these lights after 40 minutes: glove box, engine
compartment, overhead console, mirror, courtesy and
interior (including cargo) lamps.
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Features
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[FV60300( X)03/93]
Overhead Console (If equipped)
[FV60400( X)05/95]
Your Explorer comes with an overhead console located between
the sun visors. The console includes:
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[FV60500( X)03/93]
n
Compass/temperature display
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[FV60600( X)03/93]
n
Map lamps
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[FV60700( X)03/93]
n
Storage compartment
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[FV60800( X)03/93]
Compass/Temperature display
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[FV60900( X)05/95]
This display provides the outside temperature and the compass
direction of the vehicle.
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[FV60920( X)03/93]
The MODE button is used to select one of the following
features:
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[FV60940( X)03/93]
n
Display Off
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[FV60960( X)03/93]
n
Temp in ÊF and Compass
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[FV60980( X)03/93]
n
Temp in ÊC and Compass
[FV61001( X)07/95]
7-1/2 pica art:0090165-A
The electric compass
[FV61100( X)10/94]
Outside temperature display
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[FV61150( X)05/95]
If the outside temperature is below39ÊF (4ÊC), theword ªICEº
will flash in the display alternately with the outside temperature
for about one minute.
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[FV62850( X)05/95]
Calibration adjustment:
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[FV62900( X)03/93]1.
Find an open area that is free from steel structures and high
voltage lines. An open parking lot is a good example.
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[FV63000( X)03/93]2.
Press and hold the ªMODEº button until the ªCALº
indicator appears in the display (approximately 8 seconds).
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[FV63050( X)05/95]
NOTE: You cannot perform calibration unless the display
reads ªCAL.º
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[FV63100( X)03/93]3.
Release the ªMODEº button.
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[FV63300( X)03/93]4.
Once the ªCALº indicator has appeared, drive the vehicle
slowly (less than 3 mph / 5 km/h) in360Êcircles until the
ªCALº indicator turns off. This will happen within 2 to 3
complete circles.
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[FV63800( X)03/93]
Map lamps
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[FV63900( X)03/93]
The map lamps are located in the overhead console. The driver
and passenger side each has its own switch.
[FV64000( X)09/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0020975-B
Map lamps (If equipped)
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Servicing Your Explorer
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[SV47401( X)02/95]
Map Lamp Bulb (Overhead Console)
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[SV47402( X)03/93]
To remove the lens, pry with a small screwdriver as shown:
[SV47403( X)10/94]
10-1/2 pica
art:0021199-A
Removing the lens
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[SV47404( X)03/93]
To remove the bulbs, use a screwdriver or coin to push up and
rotate counterclockwise90Ê. Thebulb and bulb holder will then
drop out from the lamp as shown:
[SV47405( X)10/94]
10-1/2 pica
art:0021200-A
Removing bulb
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Overdrive...................... 248
Overhead console
compass/temperature display............ 197
map lamps..................... 200
storage compartment................ 201
Overseas offices.................... 325
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system........ 162
Parking brake
operation...................... 266
warning light..................... 81
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)............... 405
PCV valve, specifications................ 405
Power distribution box (see Fuses)........... 386
Power door locks................... 155
Power features
door locks..................... 155
mirrors.....................188, 191
moon roof..................... 192
seats........................ 183
windows....................171±172
Power point electrical outlet.............. 204
Power steering
dipstick...................... 379
driving with power steering............. 255
fluid, checking and adding.............. 379
fluid, specifications................. 406
servicing...................... 255
Prop rod, hood.................... 335
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).......... 207
Rear axle
lubricant specification................ 406
traction lok...................269, 363
Rearview mirror.................... 188
Rear window..................... 171
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Index
Snowplowing..................... 294
Snow tires and chains................. 369
Spare tire
changing the tire................299, 304
conventional spare...............299, 301
finding the spare.................. 301
removing the spare tire............... 301
storing the flat tire...............301, 307
temporary spare................... 299
Spark plugs, specifications............... 405
Special driving conditions............... 267
Special notice...................... 4
E-4WD vehicles.................... 4
utility-type vehicles.................. 4
Specification chart, lubricants.............. 406
Speed control
accelerating..................... 144
canceling a set speed................ 146
resetting...................... 144
resuming a set speed................ 146
tap up/tap down.................. 144
when towing a trailer................ 291
Speedometer...................... 93
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle............. 70
starting a cold engine................. 71
starting after a collision................ 74
starting a warm engine................ 72
starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled..... 295
Steering, power.................... 255
Steering wheel
horn........................ 140
locking........................ 67
speed controls................... 141
tilting....................... 140
Storage compartments, overhead storage compartment . . 201
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