2003 FORD EXPLORER SPORT Owners Manual

Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
12 — Not Used
13 20A Cartridge
fuse4X4 Motor
14 — Not Used
15 — Not Used
16 40A Cartridge
fuseBlower Motor
17 30A Cartridge
fuseRear Defroster
18 — Not Used
19 — Not Used
20 — Not Used
21 10A Mini fuse PCM Memory
22 15A Mini fuse Horn
23 20A Mini fuse Fuel Pump Motor
24 25A Mini fuse Headlamps
25 10A Mini fuse A/C Clutch Solenoid
26 — Not Used
27 — Not used
28 30A Mini fuse 4WABS Module
29 15A Mini fuse Foglamps
30 — Not Used
31 15A Mini fuse Daytime Running Lamps
32 — Not Used
33 — Not Used
34 – Not Used
35 — Not Used
36 — Not Used
37 — Not Used
38 10A Mini fuse Left Low Beam
39 — Not Used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
40 — Not Used
41 15A Mini fuse Heated Oxygen Sensors
42 10A Mini fuse Right Low Beam
43 — Not Used
44 2A Speed control
45A — Wiper Hi/Low Relay
45B — Wiper Run/Park Relay
46A — Not Used
46B — Rear Wiper Relay
47A 20A CB Windows
47B — Not Used
48 — Window Safety Relay
49 — Starter Relay
50A — Not Used
50B — Fuel Pump Relay
51 — Not Used
52 — Not Used
53 — PCM Diode
54 — PCM Relay
55 — Blower Relay
56A — Horn relay
56B — A/C clutch solenoid
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
If you get a flat tire while driving:
•do not brake heavily.
•gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.
•hold the steering wheel firmly.
•slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may
compromise the integrity of your tires.
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Spare tire information
The spare tire on your vehicle can be used as a spare tire or a regular
tire.
Your spare tire and tools can be found in the following locations:
Tool Location
Spare Tire under the vehicle, just in front of the rear
bumper
Jack, lug nut wrench in the cargo area on the left rear quarter
panel, behind the interior access cover
Jack handle, jack
handle extensionbehind the rear seat under the carpet in the
cargo area
To remove the spare tire
1. To attach the jack handle to the
lug wrench, depress the button and
slide the pieces together. Pull on the
jack handle to ensure that it is
locked in place.
2. Open the liftgate.
3. Insert the jack handle into the
opening just above the rear bumper.
Note:When properly installed the
handle will stop moving forward and
resistance will be felt.
4. Turn the lug wrench
counterclockwise until the tire is
lowered to the ground and the cable to the retainer is loose.
5. Slide the tire out from under the vehicle.
6. Remove the retainer from the center of the tire.
7. Disconnect the lug wrench from the jack handle by depressing the
button and pulling the pieces apart.
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To stow the spare tire
1. Lay the tire on the ground with
the valve stem facing up.
2. Slide the wheel under the vehicle.
3. Install the retainer through the
wheel center.
4. Turn the lug wrench clockwise
until the tire is in its original
position.
Note:The jack handle will spin freely when the tire is fully installed. It
will not allow you to overtighten.
How to change a flat tire
When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission
alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the
jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R
(Reverse) (manual transmission).
To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be
sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the
wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to
the tire being changed.
If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be
seriously injured.
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close
to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the
danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Before changing the tire:
1. Park on a level surface.
2. Activate the hazard flashers.
3. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R
(Reverse) (manual transmission).
4. Set the parking brake.
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5. Turn off the ignition.
To change the tire:
Note:Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is
being jacked.
1. Block both the front and rear of
the wheel diagonally opposite the
flat tire. For example, if the right
front tire is flat, block the left rear
wheel.
2. Remove any wheel trim by inserting the flat end of the lug nut wrench
under the wheel trim flange, then twisting the wrench to pry it off.
3. Loosen, but do not remove, the
wheel lug nuts by turning them
one-half turn counterclockwise.
Slide the jack handle and jack
handle extension together. Slide the
jack handle assembly into the end of
the lug nut wrench. To disconnect,
depress the button and pull the pieces apart.
4. Position the jack properly and insert the jack handle into the opening
in the thumbwheel at the base of the jack. Turn the handle clockwise
until the tire is a maximum of 25 mm (1 inch) off the ground.
To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your
body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the
engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for
changing the tire.
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To lessen the risk of
personal injury, do not put
any part of your body under the
vehicle while changing a tire. Do
not start the engine when your
vehicle is on the jack. The jack is
only meant for changing the tire.
•Never use the differential as a
jacking point.
5. Remove the wheel lug nuts with the lug nut wrench.
6. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts (cone side in) until the wheel is
snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel
has been lowered.
7. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
8. Remove the jack and fully tighten
the lug nuts in the order shown.
9. Stow the flat tire. Refer to
Stowing the spare tire.
10. Stow the jack and lug nut
wrench. Make sure the jack is
fastened so it does not rattle when
you drive.
11. Unblock the wheels.
Stowing the flat/spare tire
1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing in the direction
specified on the Tire Changing Instructions located with the jack
hardware.
2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer
through the wheel center. Pull on the cable to align the components at
the end of the cable.
3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed
position underneath the vehicle. The effort to turn the jack handle
increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when
the tire is raised to the maximum tightness. Tighten to the best of your
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ability, to the point where the ratchet/slip occurs, if possible. The spare
tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrier
ratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your dealer for
assistance at your earliest convenience.
4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly
tightened. Try to push or pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will not
move. Loosen and retighten, if necessary. Failure to properly stow the
spare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the tire.
5. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire
pressure (every six months, per scheduled maintenance guide), or at any
time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other
components.
6. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumper
drive tube with the spare tire lock key (if equipped) and jack handle.
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and
clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability; also, the
catalytic converter may become damaged.
Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the 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.
1.Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehiclesdo nottouch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.
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