2003 FORD EXPLORER SPORT oil temperature

Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Power Windows
Front/Rear
Power Window Lockout
Child Safety Door
Lock/UnlockInterior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check fuel capLow tire warning
2003 U207 Explorer Sport(u27)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English(fus)
Introduction
9

Safety belt:Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt. A chime will also
sound to remind you to fasten your
safety belt.
Charging system:Illuminates when
the battery is not charging properly.
Check gage:Illuminates when any
of the following conditions has
occurred:
•The engine coolant temperature
is high.
•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The fuel gauge is at or near empty.
Door ajar:Illuminates when the
ignition is in the ON position and
any door is open.
Overdrive off:Illuminates when
the overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned off,
refer to theDrivingchapter. If the
light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately.
Four wheel drive low:Illuminates
when four-wheel drive low is
engaged.
Four wheel drive high:Illuminates
when four-wheel drive high is
engaged.
Anti-theft system:Flashes when
the SecurilockPassive Anti-theft
System has been activated.
CHECK
GAGE
DOOR
AJAR
O/D
OFF
4WD
LOW
2003 U207 Explorer Sport(u27)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English(fus)
Instrument Cluster
12

SAE 5W-30 engine oil recommendation
Use only oils “Certified For Gasoline
Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). Use
Motorcraft (Part: XO-5W30–QSP
U.S.) or an equivalent oil meeting
Ford Motor Company specification
WSS-M2C205–A. It is also
recommended that you use the
appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or
an equivalent filter meeting the
Ford Motor Company specification for your engine.
Change your engine oil and filter according to theScheduled
Maintenance Guide.
BATTERY
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Motorcraft maintenance-free battery
which normally does not require
additional water during its life of
service.
However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the
battery electrolyte level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for
the service interval schedules.
Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the “level indicator”.
Do not overfill the battery cells.
If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you can add plain tap water
to the battery, as long as you do not use hard water (water with a high
mineral or alkali content). If possible, however, try to only fill the battery
cells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have the
charging system checked.
If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled
after the battery has been cleaned or replaced.
2003 U207 Explorer Sport(u27)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English(fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
163

Clutch
operation while driving ..........104
recommended shift speeds ....105
Compass/temperature display ...47
Console ........................................39
floor ...........................................39
overhead ....................................39
Controls
power seat .................................64
Coolant
refill capacities ................169, 185
specifications ..................187, 189
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................44
Customer Assistance ................121
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................156
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................144
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............148
Getting roadside assistance ...121
Getting the service you
need .........................................142
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................149
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................145
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................148
D
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........187
Driving under special
conditions ..................103, 108, 111
sand .........................................110
snow and ice ...........................112through water .........................112
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................136
Emergency Flashers .................122
Engine ........................................189
cleaning ...................................153
idle speed control ...................163
lubrication specifications ......187,
189
refill capacities ........................185
service points ..........................160
starting after a collision .........122
Engine block heater ...................97
Engine oil
filter, specifications ................184
refill capacities ........................185
specifications ..................187, 189
Exhaust fumes ............................97
F
Floor mats ...................................49
Fluid capacities .........................185
Foglamps .....................................28
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......106
description ..............................106
driving off road .......................107
electronic shift ........................107
indicator light .........................106
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................100
Fuel
capacity ...................................185
filling your vehicle with fuel ..172
filter, specifications ................184
fuel pump shut-off switch .....122
2003 U207 Explorer Sport(u27)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English(fus)
Index
196