2002 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC trailer

ALL REAR WHEEL DRIVE (RWD) VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSIONS:
•Place the transmission in N (Neutral).
•Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35 mph).
•Maximum distance is 80 km (50 miles).
If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph)
must be exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Ford
recommends the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a
qualified technician. Improper removal/installation of the
driveshaft can cause transmission fluid loss, damage to the
driveshaft and internal transmission components.
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access
to wheel dollies, a car hauling trailer or a flatbed transport vehicle), your
vehicle can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following
conditions:
•Release the parking brake.
•Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
•Place the transmission in N (Neutral).
•Do not exceed a distance of 80 km (50 miles).
•Do not exceed 56 km/h (35 mph) vehicle speed.
RWD VEHICLES WITH 4X4 ELECTRONIC SHIFT TRANSFER CASE
AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:
4x4 vehicles with electronic shift on the fly cannot be towed with any
wheels on the ground (with the exception of moving it as a disabled
vehicle off the road out of traffic).
Driving
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The fuses are:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 5A Mirrors, Autolamp
2 7.5A Cluster, Autolamp. Generic
Electronic Module (GEM),
Keyless entry, 4x4
3 7.5A Trailer tow right-hand stop/turn
lamps
4 7.5A Starter
5 15A Park lamps, Autolamps, I/P
dimming, Trailer tow
6 7.5A Air bags, Cluster
7 7.5A Trailer tow left-hand stop/turn
lamps
8 7.5A Cluster, Audio, GEM
1 234
5 678
9101112
13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24
25 26
29 30
35 36
313233
34
27 28
Roadside Emergencies
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
9 7.5A Speed control, Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS), 4x4, Powertrain
Control Module (PCM), Park
interlock, Keyless entry
10 15A Ignition, IPATS
11 15A Subwoofer
12 15A Air bags, Climate control, Rear
climate control
13 15A Stop lamps, Speed control,
Auxiliary Center High-Mounted
Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
14—Not used
15 15A 4x4 module
16 7.5A Turn signals, Park interlock,
Overhead console, Climate
control, 4x4, Speed control
17 20A Cigar lighter, On-Board
Diagnostics (OBD) II
18 20A Power locks, Keyless entry
19 15A Trailer tow park lamps
20 15A Daytime Running Lamps (DRL),
Reverse lamps, PCM
21 15A Flashers
22 20A I/P power point
23 10A Front washers
24 30A Front wiper
25 7.5A Cluster, GEM
26 10A Interior illumination, Battery saver
27 7.5A Audio, Windows, GEM, Moonroof,
Rear window
28 15A Rear wiper (on glass)
29 20A Audio, Rear audio
Roadside Emergencies
130

Do not let the master
cylinder reservoir run dry.
This may cause your brakes to
fail.
Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes
with running water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if
irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
•Refer to yourScheduled Maintenance Guidefor scheduled check
and change intervals.
•Transmission does not consume fluid.
•Check fluid when transmission is not operating properly or if you see
a leak.
•Fluid level must be checked at normal operating temperature, 30 km
(20 miles) of driving.
To check and add fluid:
1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) to reach normal operating
temperatures.
2. If driven in hot weather, city traffic, pulling a trailer, allow
transmission to cool for 30 minutes before checking.
3. Engage parking brake, start engine.
4. Put your foot on the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever slowly
through all of the gear ranges.
5. Shift to P (Park) and leave the engine running.
6. Remove the dipstick, wipe clean with a dry lint free rag.
7. Install and fully seat the dipstick into the filler tube.
MAX
Maintenance and Specifications
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Comfort and convenience
Engine block heater
Electrochromic compass mirror
Electrochromic compass mirror with temperature display
Side window deflectors
Speed control
Tire step
Travel equipment
Bike carriers
Luggage/cargo carrier
Raised cross bars
Roof rack (removable)
Ski/snowboard carrier
Seatback organizer (with removable headrest)
Soft luggage cover
Trailer hitch assembly
Trailer hitch balls (all capacities)
Trailer hitch bar
Wiring harness
Protection and appearance equipment
Cargo liners—soft, interior
Cargo organizer
Carpeted cargo mat
Cargo tray—hard, interior
Cover—front end (full, sport)
Door edge guards
Exterior cover
Floor mats—(all weather, carpeted, catch all)
Hood deflectors
Luggage hold down net
Molded splash guards
Accessories
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Headlamps
aiming ........................................35
autolamp system .......................33
flash to pass ..............................34
high beam .................................34
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................31
I
Ignition .................................99, 188
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..91
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................156
cluster ..........................................8
K
Keyless entry system .................64
Keys
positions of the ignition ...........99
L
Lamps
autolamp system .................33, 48
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................37
fog lamps ...................................33
high beams ................................34
instrument panel, dimming .....34
interior lamps ...........................36
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........103
Load limits .................................116
GAWR ......................................116
GVWR ......................................116
trailer towing ..........................116
Loading instructions .................118Locks
childproof ..................................60
Lubricant specifications ...186, 188
Lumbar support, seats .........70–71
M
Manual transmission .................109
fluid capacities
........................183
lubricant specifications
..........188
reverse
.....................................110
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror
........................................48
fold away
...................................49
side view mirrors (power)
.......48
Moon roof
....................................51
Motorcraft parts
........................183
P
Parking brake
............................104
Parts (see Motorcraft parts)
....183
Power steering
..........................104
fluid, refill capacity
................183
fluid, specifications
.........186, 188
Preparing to drive your
vehicle
........................................105
R
Radio
......................................14, 27
Remote entry system
locking/unlocking doors
...........60
Roadside assistance
..................125
Index
196

S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..............................73–77
Safety defects, reporting ..........152
Safety restraints ....................73–77
belt minder ...............................79
cleaning the safety belts ..........82
extension assembly ..................82
for adults .............................74–76
for children .........................87–88
lap belt ......................................78
warning light and chime ..........78
Safety seats for children ............91
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................................73
Seats ............................................68
child safety seats ......................91
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ...........................................135
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................183, 188
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................186, 188
Speed control ..............................49
Starting your vehicle ..99–100, 102
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................42
T
Tailgate ..................................54–55
Tires ...................................178–179
changing ..................................135tire grades ...............................179
treadwear ................................179
Tonneau cover .............................57
Towing .......................................118
recreational towing .................123
trailer towing ..........................118
Traction-lok rear axle ...............105
Transmission .............................106
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................177
fluid, refill capacities ..............183
lubricant specifications ..186, 188
manual operation ....................109
Trunk ...........................................59
Turn signal ..................................36
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................188
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................190
Vehicle loading ..........................116
camper bodies ........................123
Ventilating your vehicle ...........103
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .........8
Water, Driving through .............116
Windows
power .........................................45
power down back window .......46
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................41
replacing wiper blades .............41
Index
197