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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual Power distribution box
The power distribution box is
located in the engine compartment.
The power distribution box contains
high-current fuses that protect your
vehicles main electrical systems
from

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
²We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy
location.
²We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracki

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual Working with the engine off
²Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
(rearward) release handle located
under the bottom left corner of the
instrument panel.
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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front center of the hood.
3. Lift the hood.
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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
4.0L SOHC V6 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Power distribution box
6. B

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual 4.6L V8 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Clutch fluid reservoir (if equipped)
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Power distribution box
6. Battery
7. Power steering fluid reservoi

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FORD EXPLORER 2002 3.G Owners Manual ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine o
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