1997 FORD EXPLORER ignition

Pressing UNLOCK once will:
²unlock the driver's door and
²move the seat to its
corresponding memory seat
position.
When your dealer programs new
transmitters, the order of
programming controls seat recall
as follows:
²First transmitter programmed
recalls seat position one
²Second transmitter programmed
recalls seat position two
²Third transmitter programmed
recalls seat position three
²Fourth transmitter programmed
recalls no seat position
You may change seat positions at
any time.
You can deactivate or reactivate
the remote memory seat feature:
1. Make sure the anti-theft system
(if equipped) is not armed or
triggered, ignition is off and all
doors and liftgate window are
closed.
2. Turn the ignition key from OFF
to ON.
3. Press the door power unlock on
the door switch three times.
4. Turn the ignition key from ON
to OFF.
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5. Press the door power unlock
switch three times.
6. Turn the ignition key back to
ON within 30 seconds of step two.
7. The horn should chirp once. If
not, wait 30 seconds and repeat
steps one through six.
8. Press the door power unlock
switch twice.
9. Press the door power lock
switch.
10. The horn will chirp twice if the
remote memory seat feature was
deactivated, three times (two short
chirps followed by a long chirp) if
the remote memory seat feature
was activated.
11. Turn the ignition key to OFF.
12. The horn will chirp once to
confirm that you activated or
deactivated the remote memory
seat feature.
To reactivate the system, simply
repeat the instruction for
deactivating. By reentering the
code that deactivates the remote
memory seat, the keyless entry
system reinstates the feature.
The memory seat function will
continue to work from the door
switch even when deactivated at
the remote keyless entry module.
Replacing the batteries
The transmitter is powered by two
coin-type three-volt lithium
batteries. A decrease in operating
range can be caused by:
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1. Enter the original permanent
code.
2. Press 1/2 within five seconds of
step one.
3. Wait six seconds.
For maximum security, do not set
a code that presents the numbers
in sequential order or uses the
same button five times.
Operating your perimeter
anti-theft system (if equipped)
from the keyless entry pad
The keyless entry system arms by
pressing 7/8 and 9/0.
To disarm or reset a triggered
anti-theft alarm, enter the five digit
code.
All doors must be fully closed for
the anti-theft system to arm. Refer
to theAnti-theft systemsection, if
equipped, in this chapter for more
details.
Autolock (if equipped)
The autolock feature is part of
your remote keyless entry system
which locks all of the doors when:
²all vehicle doors are closed
²the ignition key is turned to the
ON position
²the brake pedal is pressed
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Conditions of operation
If......Then.....
The driver's safety belt is not
buckled before the ignition key
is turned to On. .The safety belt indicator illuminates
for 1-2 minutes and the warning
chime sounds for 4- 8 seconds.
The driver's safety belt is
buckled while the indicator
light is illuminated and the
reminder chime is sounding . .
.The safety belt indicator light and
reminder chime turn off.
The driver's safety belt is
buckled before the ignition key
is turned to On. . .The safety belt indicator light and
reminder chime remain off.
Energy absorbing sew pattern
The short plastic boot on the front
safety belt at the passenger
outboard anchor location covers an
energy absorbing sew pattern on
the safety belt.
In the event of a collision, the sew
pattern may release and the
colored label (REPLACE BELT)
may become visible. If this occurs,
the safety belt must be replaced.
Whenever the orange
portion of the label is
visible, the safety belt must be
replaced.
Failure to follow these
instructions will affect the
performance of the safety belts
and increase the risk of personal
injury.
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The diagnostic module monitors its
own internal circuits and the
supplemental air bag electrical
system readiness (including the
impact sensors), the system wiring,
the air bag system readiness light,
the air bag back up power and the
air bag ignitors.
Determining if the system is
operational
The SRS uses a readiness light in
the instrument cluster or a tone to
indicate the condition of the
system. Refer to theAir bag
readinesssection in the
Instrumentationchapter. Routine
maintenance of the air bag is not
required.
A difficulty with the system is
indicated by one or more of the
following:
²The readiness light will either
flash or stay lit.
²The readiness light will not
illuminate immediately after
ignition is turned on.
²A group of five beeps will be
heard. The tone pattern will
repeat periodically until the
problem and light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even
intermittently, have the SRS
serviced at your dealership or by a
qualified technician immediately.
Unless serviced, the system may
not function properly in the event
of a collision.
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Improve vehicle ventilation by
keeping all air inlet vents clear of
snow, leaves and other debris.
Guarding against exhaust
fumes
Although odorless and colorless,
carbon monoxide is present in
exhaust fumes. Take precautions
to avoid its dangerous effects.
If you ever smell exhaust
fumes of any kind inside
your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect and fix your vehicle
immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes. These
fumes are harmful and could kill
you.
Have the exhaust and body
ventilation systems checked
whenever:
²the vehicle is raised for service
²the sound of the exhaust system
changes
²the vehicle has been damaged in
a collision
Preparing to start the vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the
spark ignition system. This system
meets all Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment
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based on driver and road inputs to
optimize ride. The combination of
firm dampening and height change
also provides maximum suspension
feedback for improved off-road
safety and performance.
The vehicle will drop to its lowest
position when the ignition is
turned to the Off position to
provide easy entry and exit to of
the vehicle. As a safety
consideration, whenever a door is
opened (including the liftgate and
liftgate glass), the system
memorizes and maintains the
height at the moment the door was
opened. The system will maintain
this height either until all doors
are closed or until vehicle speed
exceeds 16 kph (10 mph).
An on board air compressor and
solenoids are used to raise and
lower the vehicle. It is normal to
occasionally a buzz or clicking
from the vehicle even when the
ignition is turned to Off. The
system stays energized for 40
minutes after the ignition is turned
off to compensate for any load
changes after the vehicle is parked.
The Automatic Ride Control
system operation can be monitored
through the message center. Refer
toMessage centerin the
Instrumentationchapter.
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the brake pedal is depressed. If
you cannot move the gearshift
lever from P (Park) with the brake
pedal depressed:
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition key to Lock,
then remove the key.
3. Insert the key and turn the
ignition off.
4. Apply the brake pedal and shift
into N (Neutral).
5. Start the vehicle.
If it is necessary to use this
procedure to move the gearshift
lever , it is possible that a fuse
may have blown and the vehicle's
brakelamps may not be working.
Refer toFuses and relaysin the
Roadside emergencieschapter.
Driving (4R70W
transmission-5.0L engines only)
DOverdriveThe normal driving
position for the best fuel economy.
Transmission operates in gears one
through four.
Dcan be deactivated by pressing
the switch selector lever. The
O/D
OFFlight will illuminate.
D DriveNot shown on the display.
Activate by pressing the
transmission control switch.
O/D
OFFwill illuminate in the
instrument cluster. Transmission
operates in gears one through
three. D (Drive) provides more
engine braking than
D(Overdrive) and is useful when
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