2003 FORD EXPLORER manual transmission

Reasons given... Consider...
“Traffic is light”Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle
crashes,many when no other vehicles are around.
“Belts wrinkle my
clothes”Possibly, but a serious crash can do much more
than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are
unbelted.
“The people I’m
with don’t wear
belts”Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more
often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people.
Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate
behavior they see.
“I have an air bag”Air bags offer greater protection when used with
safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to
inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers.
“I’d rather be
thrown clear”Not a good idea.Peoplewho areejected are 40
times more likely to DIE.Safety belts help
prevent ejection, WE CAN’T“PICK OUR CRASH”.
Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt
Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of
injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the Belt
Minder feature please follow the directions stated below.
One time disable
Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an
ignition ON cycle, BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only.
Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature
Before following the procedure, make sure that:
•the parking brake is set
•the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral
position (manual transmission).
•the ignition switch is in the OFF position
•all vehicle doors are closed
•the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled
•the parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equipped
with Autolamps, the Autolamps featureMUSTbe turned off.)
Read steps1-9thoroughly before proceeding with the
deactivation/activation programming procedure.
Seating and Safety Restraints
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Parking
On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)
position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of
the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic
transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. Do not
leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition
when leaving the vehicle.
4WD Systems
4WD (when you select a 4WD mode) uses all four wheels to power the
vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain and
road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot.
Power is supplied to all four wheels
through a transfer case. On 4WD
vehicles, the transfer case allows
you to select 4WD when necessary.
Information on transfer case
operation and shifting procedures
can be found in theDriving
chapter. Information on transfer
case maintenance can be found in theMaintenance and specifications
chapter. You should become thoroughly familiar with this information
before you operate your vehicle.
Normal characteristics
On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to 4x4 while
the vehicle is moving can cause some momentary clunk and ratcheting
sounds. This is the front drivetrain coming up to speed and the
automatic locking hubs engaging and is not cause for concern.
Sand
When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid
area of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower
gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly
and avoid spinning the wheels.
If you must reduce the tire pressure for whatever reason in sand, make
sure you re-inflate the tires as soon as possible.
Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you
and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may
be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back
out the way you came if you proceed with caution.
Driving
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Trailer brakes
Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are
safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s
specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal
regulations.
Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your
vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough
braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase.
The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR not GCWR.
Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure your
trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations. See your dealer or
trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking
up trailer lamps.
Never connect any trailer lighting to the vehicle’s taillamp
circuits, because it may damage the electrical system resulting in
fire. Contact your local Ford dealership for assistance in proper trailer
tow wiring installation. Additional electrical equipment may be
required.
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
•Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
•To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist
in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the
Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmissionsection in this
chapter.
•Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
•Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.
Servicing after towing
If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more
frequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for
more information.
Driving
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
26 7.5A Park aid, Brake shift interlock, Approach lamp
relay coil, IVD switch
27 7.5A Electrochromatic mirror, Digital transmission
range sensor - backup lamps
28 5A Radio (Start)/DVD (Start)
29 10A Digital transmission range sensor, PWR feed
to fuse #28 (Start feed)
30 5A Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), Remote
solenoid, DEATC climate controller, Manual
climate control, Manual climate control temp
blend actuator
Passenger compartment fuse panel (top side)
These relays are located on the reverse side of the passenger
compartment fuse panel. See your dealer or a certified technician for
service of this relay box.
Roadside Emergencies
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Hood ..........................................217
I
Ignition ...............................134, 259
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................124
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................245
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................213
cluster ........................................10
J
Jack ....................................188, 190
positioning .......................188, 191
storage .............................188–190
Jump-starting your vehicle ......195
K
Keyless entry system .................83
Keys
positions of the ignition .........134
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ............37–38
daytime running light ...............33
fog lamps ...................................33
high beams ................................34
instrument panel, dimming .....35
interior lamps ...........................37
Liftgate ..................................73, 79
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........138
Limited-slip axle .......................149Load limits .................................167
GAWR ......................................167
GVWR ......................................167
trailer towing ..........................167
Loading instructions .................169
Locks
childproof ..................................78
doors ..........................................77
Lubricant specifications ...257, 259
Lumbar support, seats ...............95
M
Manual transmission
fluid capacities ........................254
lubricant specifications ..........259
Message center ...........................62
english/metric button ...............67
system check button ................67
warning messages .....................68
Mirrors .........................................47
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................46
fold away ...................................49
heated ........................................49
programmable memory ............80
side view mirrors (power) .......49
Moon roof ....................................55
Motorcraft parts ................241, 254
O
Octane rating ............................238
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................221
P
Parking brake ............................138
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....254
Index
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