2002 FORD EXPLORER SPORT warning

Even when the ABS is disabled,
normal braking is still effective. (If
your BRAKE warning lamp
illuminates with the parking brake
released, have your brake system
serviced immediately.)
Using ABS
When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brake
pedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the
effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stopping
distance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retain
full steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces.
However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance.
Parking brake
To set the parking brake (1), press
the parking brake pedal down until
the pedal stops. The BRAKE
warning lamp will illuminate and will
remain illuminated until the parking
brake is released.
To release, pull the lever (2).
Always set the parking
brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmission) or in 1 (First)
(manual transmission).
STEERING
To prevent damage to the power steering system:
•Never hold the steering wheel at it’s furthest turning points (until it
stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level
(below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
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BRAKE
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If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
See your dealer or a qualified service technician.
Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped)
Your transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in
the vehicle computer. This feature is designed to increase durability, and
provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or
transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is
considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the
transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update
transmission operation. Additionally, whenever the battery is
disconnected or a new battery is installed, the strategy must relearn.
P (Park)
This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from
turning.
To put your vehicle in gear:
•Start the engine
•Depress the brake pedal
•Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear
To put your vehicle in P (Park):
•Come to a complete stop
•Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R
(Reverse).
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A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..............................70–71, 74
and child safety seats ..............72
description ..........................71, 74
disposal ......................................77
driver air bag ......................73, 75
indicator light .....................74, 76
operation .............................73, 75
passenger air bag ...............73, 75
side air bag ................................74
Air cleaner filter .......................167
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..........................90–91
Audio system (see Radio) ...14, 18
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive ...................................94
fluid, refill capacities ..............167
fluid, specification ..................172
Auxiliary power point .................35
Axle
lubricant specifications...170, 172
refill capacities ........................167
traction lok ................................92
B
Battery
replacement, specifications ...167
BeltMinder ...................................66
Brakes ..........................................90
anti-lock ...............................90–91
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .............................90
fluid, refill capacities ..............167
fluid, specifications .........170, 172
lubricant specifications...170, 172
parking ......................................91shift interlock ............................93
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....167
Cargo area shade ..................44–45
Cassette tape player ...................18
CD-single premium .....................14
Certification Label ....................174
Child safety restraints ................77
child safety belts ......................77
Child safety seats ........................80
attaching with tether straps ....84
in front seat ..............................81
in rear seat ................................81
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............138
instrument panel ....................140
interior .....................................140
plastic parts ............................139
washing ....................................137
waxing .....................................137
wheels ......................................138
wiper blades ............................139
woodtone trim ........................140
Clutch
operation while driving ............96
recommended shift speeds ......96
Compass/temperature display ...42
Console ........................................34
floor ...........................................34
overhead ....................................34
rear ............................................36
Controls
power seat .................................56
Coolant
refill capacities ........................167
specifications ..................170, 172
Index
178

Headlamps
aiming ........................................25
autolamp system .......................24
flash to pass ..............................25
high beam .................................25
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................22
I
Ignition .................................86, 172
Infant seats (see Safety seats)...80
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................140
cluster ..........................................8
K
Keyless entry system .................51
Keys
positions of the ignition ...........86
L
Lamps
autolamp system .................24, 37
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................28
fog lamps ...................................24
high beams ................................25
instrument panel, dimming .....25
interior lamps ...........................27
Liftgate ........................................46
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ............90
Load limits .................................103
GAWR ......................................103
GVWR ......................................103
trailer towing ..........................103Loading instructions .................105
Locks
childproof ..................................47
Lubricant specifications ...170, 172
Lumbar support, seats .........57–58
M
Manual transmission ...................96
fluid capacities ........................167
lubricant specifications ..........172
reverse .......................................97
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................38
fold away ...................................38
side view mirrors (power) .......38
Moon roof ....................................41
Motorcraft parts ........................167
P
Parking brake ..............................91
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....167
Power steering ............................91
fluid, refill capacity ................167
fluid, specifications .........170, 172
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ..........................................92
R
Radio ......................................14, 18
Remote entry system
locking/unlocking doors ...........47
Roadside assistance ..................111
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S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..............................60–64
Safety defects, reporting ..........136
Safety restraints ....................60–64
belt minder ...............................66
cleaning the safety belts ..........69
extension assembly ..................69
for adults .............................61–64
for children ...............................77
warning light and chime ..........65
Safety seats for children ............80
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................................60
Seats ............................................55
child safety seats ......................80
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................167, 172
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................170, 172
Speed control ..............................39
Starting your vehicle ......86–87, 89
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................33
T
Tires ...................................162–163
tire grades ...............................163treadwear ................................163
Towing .......................................105
recreational towing .................110
trailer towing ..........................105
Traction-lok rear axle .................92
Transmission ...............................93
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................161
fluid, refill capacities ..............167
lubricant specifications...170, 172
manual operation ......................96
Turn signal ..................................27
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................172
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................174
Vehicle loading ..........................103
Ventilating your vehicle .............90
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .........8
Water, Driving through .............103
Windows
power .........................................37
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................32
replacing wiper blades .............33
Index
181