1997 FORD EXPLORER center console

Power mirrors (if equipped)
To adjust the power outside
mirrors:
1. Select the mirror you want to
adjust:
LeftDriver side mirror
RightPassenger side mirror
2. Move the mirror control in the
desired direction.
3. Lock the mirror by moving the
selector to the center position.
Heated outside mirrors
(if equipped)
Both mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.
Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or attempt
to readjust the mirror glass if it is
frozen in place. These actions
could cause damage to the glass
and mirrors.
CONSOLES
Center console features
Your vehicle may be equipped with
a variety of console features. These
include:
²auxiliary power point
²utility compartment
²ashtray
²cupholders
²tissue box
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²utility compartment with
cassette/compact disc storage
and coinholder
²compact disc changer
²cellular phone
Use only soft cups in the
cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
Auxiliary power point
The power point is an additional
power source for electrical
accessories.
Replacing the tissue box
To replace the center console
tissue box:
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1. Lift the armrest and slide
coinholder/tissue tray out of the
console in an upward motion.
2. Replace the tissue box.
3. Slide coinholder/tissue tray into
console locating pins at bottom of
tray. Fit into slots in console
bracket.
Cellular phone (if equipped)
Your cellular phone is equipped
with a number of features
including voice activation,
hands-free operation, speed dialing
and radio program muting during
phone operation. For detailed
information on the operation of
your phone, refer to the
manufacturer's instructions
contained with the phone.
Compact disc changer
(if equipped)
The compact disc changer is
located inside the center console.
For information on the compact
disc changer, refer to the ``Audio
Guide''.
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Number Fuse Amperage
RatingCircuits Protected
1 7.5 amp Power mirror, power
antenna
2 7.5 amp High-mount brakelamp
3 15 amp Parking lamp,
instrument cluster
gauges
4 10 amp Left headlamp, lamp
out warning
5 10 amp OBD system
6 7.5 amp Air bag system, blower
relay, EATC
7 7.5 amp Illumination switches
8 10 amp Right headlamp, fog
lamp system, DRL,
lamp out warning
9 10 amp EATC system, seat
memory, message
center, cellular phone,
autolamps
10 7.5 amp EATC system, rear
blower, speed control,
GEM system, brake
interlock, overhead
console, automatic
ride control, lamp out
warning
11 7.5 amp Warning lamps,
autolamp
12 10 amp Front washer, rear
washer & wiper
Roadside emergencies
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Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter .......175
specifications ..........................173
Entry system
illumination ...............................66
Exhaust fumes ..........................112
Flashing the lights ......................45
Floor mats ..............................62,63
Foglamps .....................................27
Ford Extended Service Plan ....129
Four way head restraints ...........78
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
control trac ........................38,128
driving off road .......................130
Fuel ............................................202
calculating fuel economy .......206
improving fuel economy ........146
octane rating ...........................204
quality ......................................205
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................202
Fuel gauge ...................................15
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......147
Fuses ..........................................148
Gauges, Mechanical
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................13
engine oil pressure gauge ........13
Hazard flashers ....................44,147
Head restraints ...........................78
Hitch ..........................................144
Hood ..........................................169
Identification Number, Vehicle
(VIN) ..........................................230
Ignition
positions of the ignition ...........39
Jack ..............................................63
Jump-starting your vehicle 160,162
attaching cables ......................161
disconnecting cables ..............162
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................76keypad .......................................74
locking and unlocking doors ....74
programming entry code .........75
Lamps
instrument panel, dimming .....26
Liftgate ........................................57
Lights, warning and indicator
air bag ........................................11
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ............11
anti-theft .....................................9
brake ..........................................11
charging system ........................10
check engine ...............................9
door ajar ....................................10
four-wheel drive ..........................9
fuel reset ...................................10
high beam .................................11
overdrive off ................................8
safety belt .......................11,87,88
Luggage rack .............................146
Manual transmission
driving .......................121,125,127
fluid, checking and adding ....187
Message center ..16,17,18,19,20,52
air ride switch off .....................21
change oil soon .........................21
check air ride system ...............20
check charging system .............22
check engine temperature .......22
check exterior lamps ................22
door ajar ....................................24
low fuel level .............................24
low oil level ...............................24
low washer fluid .......................24
warning messages .....................20
Moon roof ....................................54
Motorcraft parts ........................222
Odometer .....................................14
Overdrive ................................45,46
Overhead console
storage compartment ...............52
Parking brake ..............................28
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