1996 FORD EXPLORER wiper fluid

Instrument Panel Controls
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[IP15800( X)10/94]
Liftgate Wiper and Washer (If equipped)
[IP15901( X)10/94]
The wiper/washer switch is to the right of the radio. To turn on
the wiper, rotate the wiper/washer switch to the WIPE position.
To select an interval wipe rotate switch between OFF and HI.
To turn on the washer, push the switch all the way in and hold
for spray. Release the button and the spray stops, but the wiper
continues to operate. To turn off the wiper, rotate the switch to
the OFF position.
[IP15950( X)12/92]
For information about refilling the liftgate washer fluid or
replacing your liftgate wiper blade, seeWindshield washer fluid
andWindshield wipersin the Index.
[IP16000( X)05/95]
7-1/2 pica art:0090189-A
Liftgate wiper/washer button
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[IP16800(ALL)01/95]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[IP16900(ALL)01/95]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
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[IP17000(ALL)09/95]
To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps, marker lamps,
license plate lamps and tail lamps, use the headlamp control
knob to the left of the steering column.
[IP17100(ALL)09/95]1.
Rotate the headlamp control knob to the first position.
Parking lamps, tail lamps, license plate lamps and marker
lamps are now on.
[IP17200(ALL)06/94]2.
Rotate the headlamp control knob to the next position.
Headlamps are now on in addition to the above.
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Steering Column Controls
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[SC05200(ALL)06/95]
To clean the windshield, push in the end of the wiper knob for
a single wipe. For a constant spray, keep the knob pushed in.
After you release the knob, the wipers operate for two to three
cycles before turning off (if wipers were off) or returning to the
interval setting selected.
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[SC05300(ALL)08/95]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more
than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
[SC05350(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: The addition of shields to the front of the vehicle, as
used to deflect bugs, may also adversely affect the
washer system from delivering fluid to the
windshield. Devices such as bug shields are not
recommended to be added to your vehicle.
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[SC05400(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
In freezing weather, the washer solution may freeze on
the windshield and obscure your vision. Always warm
up the windshield with the defroster before you use the
washer fluid. If you cannot see through the windshield
clearly, it can increase the risk of being involved in a
collision.
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[SC05500(ALL)08/95]
For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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[SV22700(ALL)03/95]
Windshield Washer Fluid and Wipers
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[SV22800(ALL)03/95]
Washer Fluid
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[SV22900(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you
stop for fuel. The reservoir for washer fluid is located on the
passenger's side of the engine compartment. Visual inspection
can determine if the washer fluid is adequate. Do not operate
the washer when the reservoir is empty.
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[SV23300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for
the engine coolant.
[SV23550(ALL)09/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0090119-B
Adding windshield washer fluid
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[SV23800(ALL)01/95]
Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than
plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain
additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer
fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol
should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below32ÊF
[0ÊC]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOC's) may restrict use of the most common antifreeze,
methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide cold weather
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Servicing Your Explorer
359 protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper
blades, and windshield washer system.
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[SV23900(ALL)10/89]
If you choose to use a windshield washing solution that must
be mixed, follow the manufacturer's mixing instructions.
Improperly mixed solutions may freeze unexpectedly.
[SV24000(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Windshield washer fluid contains methanol and it is
poisonous. Follow all instructions on the bottle of washer
fluid.
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[SV24300( X)03/90]
Checking/adding the washer fluid for the liftgate
[SV24425( X)03/93]
Check the liftgate washer reservoir regularly. This is not the
same reservoir that your front windshield wipers use. The
opening for this reservoir is on the left side of the body above
the tail lamp. A fill cup is located on top of the left hand tail
lamp and is accessible when the liftgate is open. Close the fill
cup cover after filling and before closing the liftgate. Refill this
reservoir with the same solution you use for your windshield.
To find out how much washer fluid the liftgate reservoir holds,
seeRefill capacitiesin the Index.
[SV24460( X)04/94]
10-1/2 pica
art:0020557-C
Liftgate window washer reservoir
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441
Index
Trailer towing
calculating maximum trailer weight.......... 277
safety chains.................... 290
trailer brakes.................... 290
trailer lamps.................... 290
Transaxle
automatic operation................. 246
lubricant specifications................ 406
Transaxle control switch................ 248
Transfer case, fluid checking.............. 376
Transmission
automatic operation................. 246
fluid, checking and adding (automatic)........ 374
fluid, checking and adding (manual)......... 376
lubricant specifications................ 406
Transmission control switch.............. 248
Transmitter (see Remote entry)............. 161
Trip odometer...................... 94
Tune-up specifications (VECI).............. 401
Turn signal...................... 135
indicator lights................... 135
lever........................ 135
U
Used engine oil, disposal............334, 351, 375
V
Vanity mirror..................... 190
Variable interval wipers................ 136
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information) decal.... 401
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)........... 318
Vehicle loading.................... 272
calculating the load................. 277
understanding loading information.......... 271
Vehicle storage.................... 408
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443
Index
Windshield
defrosting..................... 113
washing...................... 136
Windshield washer fluid and wipers
checking and adding fluid.............. 358
checking and replacing wiper blades......... 360
liftgate reservoir................... 358
low washer fluid light................ 104
operation...................... 136
reservoir...................... 358
specifications..................358, 406
variable interval wipers............... 136
Windshield wipers and washer............. 136
Wrecker towing.................... 311
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