1999 FORD EXPLORER roof rack

LUGGAGE RACK
Maximum load is 90 kg (200 lbs), evenly distributed. If it is not possible
to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. Adjustable
tie down loops must be used to secure the load.
To adjust cross-bar position:
1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both
ends of the cross-bar (both
cross-bars are adjustable).
2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired
location.
3. Tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar.
To remove the cross-bar assembly from the roof rack side rails:
1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars
are adjustable).
2. Slide the cross-bar to the end of the rail.
3. Use a long, flat object in order to depress the tongue in the endcaps
on both sides of the cross-bar.
4. Slide the assemblies off the end.
To reinstall the cross-bar assembly to the roof rack side rails:
1. Slide the cross-bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the
side rails.
2. Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar.
Driving
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ENGINE DATA
Engine4.0L OHV V6
engine4.0L SOHC V6
engine5.0L V8 engine
Cubic inches 245 245 302
Horsepower 160 @ 4200 rpm 210 @ 5250 rpm 215 @ 4200 rpm
Torque 225 lb.-ft. @
2750 rpm240 lb.-ft. @
3250 rpm288 lbs.ft. @
3300 rpm
Recommended
fuel87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)
Ignition system EDIS EDIS EDIS
Compression
ratio9.0:1 9.7:1 9.15:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Dimensions 2-Door 4x2 XL Model
mm (in.)2-Door 4x4 Sport
Model mm (in.)
(1) Overall length 4 608 (181.4) 4 608 (181.4)
(2) Overall width 1 783 (70.2) 1 783 (70.2)
(3) Maximum
height1 704 (67.1) 1 779 (70.0)*
(4) Wheelbase 2 585 (101.8) 2 585 (101.8)
(5) Front track 1 486 (58.5) 1 486 (58.5)
(5) Rear track 1 487 (58.5) 1 487 (58.5)
* Height includes roof rack
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Dimensions 4-Door 4x2 XL Model
mm (in.)4-Door 4x4 XLT
Model mm (in.)
(1) Overall length 4 857 (191.2) 4 857 (191.2)
(2) Overall width 1 783 (70.2) 1 783 (70.2)
(3) Maximum
height1 719 (67.7) 1 793 (70.6)*
(4) Wheelbase 2 835 (111.6) 2 835 (111.6)
(5) Front track 1 486 58.5) 1 486 (58.5)
(5) Rear track 1 487 (58.5) 1 487 (58.5)
* Height includes roof rack
4
1
Capacities and specifications
253

speed control ............................84
turn signal indicator ...................8
Locks
childproof ................................100
Lumbar support, seats ......116,118
Manual transmission
reverse .....................................156
Message center ...........................15
economy button ........................16
english/metric button ..........15,16
reset button ..............................16
system check button ...........17,18
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................98
cleaning ...................................246
heated ......................................101
side view mirrors (power) .....100
Moon roof ....................................89
Motorcraft parts ........................231
Octane rating ............................229
Odometer .....................................13
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ..............................106
Parking brake ............................146
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................184
Power door locks ........................99
Power steering ..........................147
fluid, checking and adding ....213
Radio ...33,34,35,36,37,38,40,41,42,
43,44,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,
53,54,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,
63,64,65,66,67,68
Relays ........................................179
Remote entry system .105,113,114
illuminated entry ....................109
locking/unlocking doors .........106
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................109
replacing the batteries ...........108
Reverse sensing system .............31Roof rack ...................................177
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............11
Safety restraints
cleaning the safety belts .126,246
extension assembly ................125
for children .............................133
warning light and chime ...11,125
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ......120,121,122,123,124
Seats ..........................................116
child safety seats ....................134
cleaning ............................245,246
memory seat ....................107,118
Servicing your vehicle .......200,201
Snowplowing .................................3
Spark plugs, specifications .......247
Special notice ................................3
ambulance conversions ..............3
utility-type vehicles ....................3
Specification chart, lubricants .250
Speed control ..............................80
Speedometer ...............................12
Starting your vehicle .........140,142
jump starting ............192,193,195
Steering wheel ............................86
tilting .........................................85
Tachometer .................................13
Tires .............................222,223,224
changing ...........................187,188
checking the pressure ............224
replacing ..................................225
rotating ....................................224
snow tires and chains ............226
tire grades ...............................223
treadwear ................................223
Towing ...........168,173,174,175,176
recreational towing .................176
wrecker ....................................198
Traction-lok rear axle ...............165
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................218
Index
259