2003 FORD EXPLORER AUX

Auxiliary system (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary climate controls. These
allow the front or rear seat passengers to control airflow direction,
temperature and fan level of the rear compartment to quickly heat or
cool the entire vehicle.
Front auxiliary controls:
1.Temperature control:
Determines temperature level. If the
main climate control system is
cooling in MAX A/C or
mode,
the auxiliary controls will not
function as the entire vehicle will
operate at a full cool temperature.
2.Mode selector:Press to select
air flow direction to
(Floor)
or
(Panel).
Directs air to the floor of the third row seating.
directs air to the overhead registers of the second and third row
seating. The selected mode will illuminate on the temperature control.
3.Fan control:Determines fan speed levels. Turn to REAR to give rear
seat passengers control of the rear auxiliary controls. Otherwise, the
front controls will determine the settings for the entire vehicle cabin. If
set to OFF, the front and rear auxiliary controls will not function.
Rear auxiliary controls (if equipped):
Once the front auxiliary control is set to REAR, the rear seat passengers
may use the rear auxiliary controls in the overhead console to make the
desired adjustments.
1.Temperature control:
Determines temperature levels. If
the main climate control system is
cooling in MAX A/C or
mode,
the auxiliary controls will not
function as the entire vehicle will
operate at a full cool temperature.
2.Mode selector:Press to select
between air flow to
(Floor)
or
(Panel).
4 3 2
REAR0
31
2
4 3 2 1 0
31
2
Climate Controls
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CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
variety of console features. These
include:
•Utility compartment with
cassette/compact disc storage
•Auxiliary power point
•Cupholders
•Tissue box holder (located on underside of console lid)
•Ash tray (if equipped)
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
Cell phone use
The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
driver’s must not compromise their own or other’s safety when using
such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety
and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.
A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to
avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communications Equipment.
Driver Controls
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Illuminated visor mirror (if equipped)
Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamps.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT
Power outlets are designed for
accessory plugs only. Do not
hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug.
Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not
covered by your warranty.
The power point is an additional
power source for electrical accessories.
Rear auxiliary power point (if equipped)
A second auxiliary power point is
located on the rear side of the
console. It is accessible from the
rear seats.
Driver Controls
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
1 30A Memory seat module, Driver power seat
2 20A Heated seats, Moonroof
3 20A Radio, Amplifier, DVD
4 5A Front wiper module
5 15A Flasher relay (Turn, hazards)
6 10A Right horn
7 15A Heated mirrors
8–Not used (spare)
9–Not used (spare)
10 10A Heated backlight relay coil, Heated seat
module, A/C clutch contact
11—Not used (spare)
12 5A 4x4 module
13 5A Overdrive cancel switch, Flex fuel sender
14 5A PATS module
15 5A Rear wiper module, Cluster, TPMS
16 5A Power mirror, Manual climate control, TPMS
17 15A Delayed acc. coil, Battery saver, Glove
compartment lamp, 2nd row courtesy lamps
18 10A Left horn
19 10A RCM
20 5A Driver seat switch, Memory switch, Driver
seat module, BSM, Sunload sensor
21 5A Instrument cluster, Compass, Flasher coil
22 10A ABS, IVD Controller
23 15A Brake pedal position switch, Driver brake
applied relay, Redundant cruise deactivate
switch
24 15A Cigar lighter, OBD II
25 5A Mode-Temperature actuator for auxiliary
climate control, Trailer tow battery charge coil
Roadside Emergencies
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
20 30A** Electric brake
21 30A** Front wiper motor
22 20A** Low beam
23 30A** Ignition switch
24—Not used
25—Not used
26 15A* Fuel pump
27 20A* Trailer tow lamps
28 20A* Horn relay
29 60A** PJB
30 20A** Rear wiper motor
31—Not used
32—Not used
33 30A** Auxiliary blower motor
34 30A** Passenger power seat, Adjustable pedals
35—Not used
36 40A** Blower motor
37 15A* A/C clutch relay, Transmission
38 15A* Coil on plug
39 15A* Injectors, Fuel pump relay
40 15A* PTEC power
41 15A* HEGO, VMV, CMS, PTEC
42 10A* Right low beam
43 10A* Left low beam
44 15A* Front foglamps
45 2A* Brake pressure switch (ABS)
46 20A* High beams
47—Horn relay
48—Fuel pump relay
49—High beam relay
50—Fog lamp relay
Roadside Emergencies
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The relays are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay Location Description
Relay 14 Not used
Relay 15 Trailer tow back- up lamps
Relay 16 Not used
Relay 17 Not used
Relay 18 Not used
Relay 19 Trailer tow park lamps
Relay 20 Trailer tow battery charge
Relay 21 Not used
Relay 22 Approach lamps
Relay 23 Not used
Diode 3 Not used
Diode 4 Not used
Auxiliary relay box
(Canadian vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac)
The relay box is located on the front
right fender well underneath the
speed control module.
Roadside Emergencies
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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.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Fill between the
MIN and MAX
lines on
reservoir
Transmission
fluid
1Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT FAutomatic
transmissions12.0L (12.7
quarts)2
Transfer case Motorcraft
MERCONAT F4WD 1.4L (1.5
quarts)
Engine coolant
3Motorcraft
Premium Engine
Coolant
(green-colored)
orMotorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)4.0L SOHC V6
enginewithout
auxiliary climate
control15.4L (16.3
quarts)
4.0L SOHC V6
enginewith
auxiliary climate
control17.2L (18.2
quarts)
4.6L V8 engine
without
auxiliary climate
control17.6L (18.6
quarts)
4.6L V8 engine
withauxiliary
climate control19.0L (20.1
quarts)
Front axle
lubricantMotorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant4x4 vehicles 1.7L (1.8
quarts)
Rear axle
lubricant
4Motorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantConventional
Axle1.7L (3.5 pints)
Limited slip axle
51.5L (3.25 pints)
Maintenance and Specifications
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