2002 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC wheel

Do not replace your tires with“high performance”tires or larger
size tires.
Failure to follow these precautions, your vehicle handling may be
adversely effected which can lead to loss of vehicle control,
vehicle rollover and/or personal injury.
Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may
affect the accuracy of your speedometer.
SNOW TIRES AND TRACTION DEVICES
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the original tires.
Your tires have all-weather treads to provide traction in the rain and
snow. In some climate, using snow tires or traction devices may be
necessary. For Motor Company offers tire cables as a Ford approved
accessory and recommends use of these or SAE class“S”cables. See
your dealer for more information.
Follow these guidelines:
•Do not use tire cables or chains with P255/70R16 size tires.
•Cables or chains should only be used on the rear wheels.
•If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steel wheels (of the
same size and specification) be used, as chains may chip aluminum
wheels.
•Install cables or chains securely, verifying that they do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
•Avoid overloading your vehicle.
•Do not use cables or chains on dry roads.
•Do not exceed 48 km/h (30 mph).
•Drive cautiously.
Remove the cables or chains when they are no longer needed.
Maintenance and Specifications
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3Traction-Lok rear axles are filled with Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High
Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, part number F1TZ-19780-B,
Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A.
4Add 118 ml (4 oz) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or
equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A to Traction-Lok
rear axles whenever the axle has been serviced.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.0L SOHC V6 engine
Cubic inches 245
Required fuel 87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch)
Ignition system EDIS
Compression ratio 9.7:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Dimensions 4-Door mm (in.)
(1) Overall length 5 230 (205.9)
(2) Overall width 1 823 (71.8)
(3) Vehicle height/ Maximum
height*1 776 (69.9)/1 794 (70.6)*
(4) Wheelbase 3 198 (125.9)
(5) Front track /Rear track 1 486 (58.5)/1 480 (58.3)
*Denotes a 4x4 vehicle with 16”tires
Maintenance and Specifications
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FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln Mercury or Ford of
Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically
engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to
complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In
addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets
or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford
Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Ford
accessory found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessory. The accessory will be warranted for
whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 20 000 km (12 000 miles) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that genuine Ford accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty—3 years or 60 000 km (36 000
miles) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a
copy of the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
Vehicle Security
Air bag anti-theft locks
Automatic headlamp system
Daytime running lights
Cargo shade
First aid kit
Fog lamps
Highway safety kits
Locking gas cap
Non-decorative wheel locks
Vehicle security systems
Accessories
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A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ....................................83–84
and child safety seats ..............85
description ................................84
disposal ......................................87
driver air bag ............................86
indicator light ...........................87
operation ...................................86
passenger air bag .....................86
Air cleaner filter .......................183
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................103–104
Audio system (see Radio) ...14, 27
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................107
fluid, refill capacities ..............183
fluid, specification ..................188
Auxiliary power point .................44
Axle
lubricant specifications ..186, 188
refill capacities ........................183
traction lok ..............................105
B
Battery
replacement, specifications ...183
BeltMinder ...................................79
Brakes ........................................103
anti-lock ...........................103–104
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................103
fluid, refill capacities ..............183
fluid, specifications .........186, 188
lubricant specifications ..186, 188
parking ....................................104
shift interlock ..........................106C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....183
Cargo cage ...................................55
Cassette tape player ...................27
CD-single premium .....................14
Certification Label ....................190
Child safety restraints ................88
child safety belts ......................88
Child safety seats ........................91
attaching with tether straps ....96
in front seat ..............................92
in rear seat ..........................92, 95
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............154
instrument panel ....................156
interior .....................................156
plastic parts ............................155
washing ....................................153
waxing .....................................153
wheels ......................................154
wiper blades ............................155
woodtone trim ........................156
Clock ............................................27
Clutch
operation while driving ..........109
recommended shift speeds ....109
Compass/temperature display ...52
Console ........................................42
floor ...........................................42
overhead ....................................42
Controls
power seat .................................69
Coolant
refill capacities ........................183
specifications ..................186, 188
Customer Assistance ................125
Index
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Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................157
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................146
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................150
Getting roadside assistance ...125
Getting the service you
need .........................................144
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................151
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................147
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................150
D
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........186
Driving under special
conditions ..........................112, 114
sand .........................................113
snow and ice ...........................115
through water .........................116
E
Engine ........................................188
cleaning ...................................154
lubrication
specifications ..................186, 188
refill capacities ........................183
service points ..........................160
starting after a collision .........126
Engine block heater .................103
Engine oil
filter, specifications ................183
refill capacities ........................183
specifications ..................186, 188Exhaust fumes ..........................103
F
Floor mats ...................................54
Fluid capacities .........................183
Foglamps .....................................33
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......111
description ..............................111
driving off road .......................112
electronic shift ........................112
indicator light .........................111
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................105
Fuel
capacity ...................................183
filling your vehicle with fuel ..171
filter, specifications ................183
fuel pump shut-off switch .....126
octane rating ...........................188
G
Garage door opener ....................43
Gauges .........................................11
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................116
calculating ...............................118
definition .................................116
driving with a heavy load ......116
location ....................................116
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................116
calculating .......................116, 118
definition .................................116
driving with a heavy load ......116
location ....................................116
H
Head restraints ...........................73
Index
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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
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