2001 FORD EXPLORER SPORT lock

Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately.
Cleaning the engine
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
²Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high
pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.
²Do not spray with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or
other engine components.
²Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning
the engine.
²4.0L SOHC
²Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
Cleaning the wheels
Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not use
acid-based or alcohol-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong
detergents. Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special
wheel surfaces. Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar.
The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finish
on your wheels. Before going to a car wash, find out if the brushes are
abrasive.
Maintenance and care
220

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Certification label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Certification label be affixed
to a vehicle and prescribe where the
Certification label may be located.
The Certification label is located on
the front door latch pillar on the
driver's side.
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel. (Please note that
in the graphic XXXX is
representative of your vehicle
identification number.)
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and
transfer case (if equipped).
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Capacities and specifications
231

Not all accessories are available for all models.
Vehicle Security
Styled wheel protector locks
Vehicle security systems
Comfort and convenience
Cargo nets
Cargo organizers
Cargo shades
Cargo trays
Compass mirror
Compass mirror with temperature display
Engine block heaters
Pet net
Seatback organizer
Tire step
Travel equipment
Auto headlamps
Cellular phone holder
Daytime running lights
Factory luggage rack (cross bars)
Factory luggage rack adaptors (bike, ski, cargo)
Fog lights
Heavy-duty battery
Removable luggage rack- cross bars (round)
Removable luggage rack adapters (bike, ski, etc.)
Running boards and bars
Soft luggage cover
Speed control
Trailer hitch
Customer assistance
240

Trailer hitch bars and balls
Trailer hitch wiring adaptor
Protection and appearance equipment
Air bag anti-theft locks
Cargo liners, interior (hard and soft)
Carpet floor mats
Cleaners, waxes and polishes
Door edge guards
Front end covers (full and mini)
Front tow hooks
Hood deflectors
Locking gas cap
Lubricants and oils
Molded splash guards
Molded vinyl floor mats
Rear air deflectors
Side window air deflectors
Skid plates
Touch-up paint
Universal floor mats
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
²When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
compliance certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight
information.
Customer assistance
241

A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................................103, 109
and child safety seats ............105
description ......................103, 109
disposal ....................................112
driver air bag ..................106, 110
indicator light ...........12, 108, 111
operation .........................106, 110
passenger air bag ...........106, 110
side air bag ..............................109
Air cleaner filter ...............182, 224
Air conditioning ..........................22
rear seat controls .....................25
Ambulance packages ....................4
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................183
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ..............................125±126
Anti-theft system
warning light .............................13
Audio system (see Radio) .........28
Automatic transmission ............129
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................130
fluid, adding ............................188
fluid, checking ........................188
fluid, refill capacities ..............224
fluid, specification ..................228
Auxiliary power point .................72
Axle
lubricant specifications ..226, 228
refill capacities ........................224
traction lok ..............................128B
Battery .......................................192
acid, treating emergencies .....192
charging system warning
light ............................................13
jumping a disabled battery ....166
maintenance-free ....................192
replacement, specifications ...224
servicing ..................................192
voltage gauge ............................18
Belt minder .................................99
Brakes ........................................125
anti-lock ...........................125±126
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................12, 126
brake warning light ..................12
fluid, checking and adding ....180
fluid, refill capacities ..............224
fluid, specifications .........226, 228
lubricant specifications ..226, 228
parking ....................................126
shift interlock ..........................129
Break-in period .............................3
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....224
Cargo area shade ........................74
Cargo cover .................................74
Cassette tape player ...................37
Certification Label ....................231
Child safety restraints ..............112
child safety belts ....................112
Child safety seats ......................113
attaching with tether straps ..117
in front seat ............................115
in rear seat ..............................115
Index
245

Cleaning your vehicle ...............218
engine compartment ..............220
exterior ....................................219
exterior lamps .........................221
instrument cluster lens ..........222
instrument panel ....................221
interior .....................................222
mirrors .....................................223
plastic parts ............................221
safety belts ..............................223
washing ....................................218
waxing .....................................219
wheels ......................................220
windows ..................................223
wiper blades ............................221
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............22
Clock ......................................35, 50
Clutch
fluid ..........................................181
operation while driving ..........133
recommended shift speeds ....134
Compass, electronic ....................66
calibration .................................68
set zone adjustment .................67
Console ........................................71
overhead ....................................64
Controls
power seat .................................89
Coolant
checking and adding ..............183
refill capacities ................187, 224
specifications ..................226, 228
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................57
Customer Assistance ................151
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................240Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................232
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................238
Getting roadside assistance ...151
Getting the service you
need .........................................232
Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................242
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................235
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................238
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................20
Defrost
rear window ..............................26
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................188
engine oil .................................177
Doors
door ajar warning .....................14
lubricant specifications ..........226
Driving under special
conditions ..........................139±140
mud ..........................................139
sand .........................................139
snow and ice ...........................140
through water .................139, 143
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................166
Emission control system ..........210
Index
246

Engine ................................228±229
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................10
cleaning ...................................220
coolant .....................................183
idle speed control ...................192
lubrication
specifications ..................226, 228
refill capacities ........................224
service points ..........................176
starting after a collision .........152
Engine block heater .................123
Engine oil ..................................177
checking and adding ..............177
dipstick ....................................177
filter, specifications ........179, 224
recommendations ...................179
refill capacities ........................224
specifications ..................226, 228
Exhaust fumes ..........................124
F
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....200
Floor mats ...................................73
Fluid capacities .........................224
Foglamps .....................................20
Four-Wheel Drive
vehicles ................................14, 135
control trac ...............................27
description ..............................136
driving off road .......................138
electronic shift ..................27, 136
indicator light .........................136
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................128
Fuel ............................................200
calculating fuel economy .......206
cap .....................................11, 205capacity ...................................224
choosing the right fuel ...........203
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................209
detergent in fuel .....................205
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................200, 205, 207
filter, specifications ........206, 224
fuel pump shut-off switch .....152
gauge .........................................19
improving fuel economy ........206
octane rating ...........203, 228±229
quality ......................................204
running out of fuel .................205
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................200
Fuses ..................................154±155
G
Garage door opener ....................64
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ......11, 205
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................206
Gauges .........................................16
battery voltage gauge ...............18
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................17
engine oil pressure gauge ........18
fuel gauge ..................................19
odometer ...................................17
speedometer .............................16
tachometer ................................18
trip odometer ............................17
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................141
calculating ...............................143
definition .................................141
driving with a heavy load ......141
location ....................................141
Index
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GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................141
calculating .......................141, 143
definition .................................141
driving with a heavy load ......141
location ....................................141
H
Hazard flashers .........................152
Head restraints .....................87, 91
Headlamps ...................................20
aiming ..............................216±217
bulb specifications ..................216
daytime running lights .............20
flash to pass ..............................21
high beam ...........................13, 21
replacing bulbs .......................212
turning on and off ....................20
warning chime ..........................15
Heating ........................................22
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................22
Hood ..........................................175
I
Ignition .........................56, 228±229
Infant seats (see Safety seats) 113
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................211
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................221
cluster ................................10, 222
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................21
location of components ............10J
Jack ............................................161
positioning ...............................161
storage .....................................161
Jump-starting your vehicle ......166
K
Keyless entry system .................79
autolock .....................................82
keypad .......................................79
locking and unlocking doors ....81
programming entry code .........80
Keys .......................................83±85
key in ignition chime ...............15
positions of the ignition ...........56
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................216
cargo lamps ...............................21
daytime running light ...............20
fog lamps ...................................20
headlamps .................................20
headlamps, flash to pass ..........21
instrument panel, dimming .....21
interior lamps ...................68, 216
replacing bulbs ..............211±212,
214±215
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................56
Liftgate ........................................73
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 126
anti-theft ...................................13
brake ..........................................12
Index
248