2003 FORD EXPLORER SPORT relay

Driving 94
Starting 94
Brakes 98
Transmission operation 100
Roadside Emergencies 121
Getting roadside assistance 121
Hazard flasher switch 122
Fuel pump shut-off switch 122
Fuses and relays 123
Changing tires 130
Jump starting 136
Wrecker towing 141
Customer Assistance 142
The dispute settlement board 145
Utilizing the mediation/arbitration 148
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada 148
Ordering additional owner’s literature 149
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 151
Cleaning 152
Maintenance and Specifications 158
Hood 159
Engine compartment 160
Engine oil 161
Battery 163
Fuel information 170
Part numbers 184
Refill capacities 185
Lubricant specifications 187
2003 U207 Explorer Sport(u27)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
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If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in
the ON position and the brake pedal depressed:
1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the
key.
2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF.Apply the brake pedal and shift
to N (Neutral).
When the key is in the ignition OFF position, the automatic
transmission shift lever can be moved from the P (Park) position
without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwanted vehicle
movement, always set the parking brake.
3. Start the vehicle.
If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever,
it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not
operating properly. Refer toFuses and relaysin theRoadside
emergencieschapter.
Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps
are working.
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
See your dealer or a qualified service technician.
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Driving
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This switch is located in the front
passenger’s footwell, by the kick
panel access cover.
To reset the switch:
1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the
switch by pushing in on the reset
button.
4. Turn the ignition ON.
5. Wait a few seconds and return
the key to OFF.
6. Make another check of leaks.
FUSES AND RELAYS
If electrical components are not
working, a fuse may have blown. If a
fuses is blown the wire in the fuse
will be broken.
Note:Always replace a fuse with
one that has the specified amperage
rating.
Replacing a blown fuse with a fuse that has a higher amperage
can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
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The fuses are:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 5A Mirrors, Autolamp
2 7.5A Cluster, Autolamp. Generic
Electronic Module (GEM),
Keyless entry, 4x4
3 7.5A Trailer tow right-hand stop/turn
lamps
4 7.5A Starter
5 15A Park lamps, Autolamps, I/P
dimming, Trailer tow
6 7.5A Air bags, Cluster
7 7.5A Trailer tow left-hand stop/turn
lamps
8 7.5A Cluster, Audio, GEM
1 234
5 678
9 101112
13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24
25 26
29 30
35 36
313233
34
27 28
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
9 7.5A Speed control, Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS), 4x4, Powertrain
Control Module (PCM), Park
interlock, Keyless entry
10 15A Ignition, IPATS
11 15A Subwoofer
12 15A Climate control, Rear climate
control
13 15A Stop lamps, Speed control,
Auxiliary Center High-Mounted
Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
14 10A Air bags
15 15A 4x4 module
16 7.5A Turn signals, Park interlock,
Overhead console, Climate
control, 4x4, Speed control
17 20A Cigar lighter, On-Board
Diagnostics (OBD) II
18 20A Power locks, Keyless entry
19 15A Trailer tow park lamps
20 15A Daytime Running Lamps (DRL),
Reverse lamps, PCM
21 20A Heated seats
22 20A I/P power point
23 10A Front/Rear washers
24 30A Front wiper
25 7.5A Cluster, GEM
26 10A Interior illumination, Battery saver
27 7.5A Audio, Windows, GEM, Moonroof,
Rear window
28 15A Rear wiper (on glass)
29 20A Audio, Rear audio
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
30 25A Seats
31 5A Instrument panel dimming
(XLS)/Rear audio control (XLT)
32 — Not used
33 15A Highbeam headlamps
34 5A Rear audio
35 5A ABS module
36 — Not used
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is in the engine compartment. It contains
high-current fuses that protect the main electrical systems from
overloads.
Note:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high-current fuses.
Note:Always replace the cover to the power distribution box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection.
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Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
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The high-current fuses are:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
1 50A Cartridge
fuseFuse Panel
2 — Not Used
3 20A Cartridge
fuseMoonroof (if equipped)
4 — Not Used
5 — Not Used
6 50A Cartridge
fuseABS Pump Motor
7 30A Cartridge
fusePowertrain Control
8 — Not Used
9 — Not Used
10 — Not Used
11 50A Cartridge
fuseIgnition Switch
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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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