2003 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC tailgate

Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs
1. Lower the tailgate to expose the
lamp assembly.
2. Remove the three rubber plugs,
screws and the lamp assembly from
vehicle.
3. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove it
from the lamp assembly.
4. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then
remove the plastic splash shield, by
removing the two screws on the
front of the fenderwell.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
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1. Press and hold theMODE
control until “CAL” appears in the
display then release the control.
2. Drive slowly (less than 5 km/h
[3 mph]) in circles until “CAL”
disappears from the display
(approximately 2 or 3 circles).
POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT
Position the floor mat so that the
eyelets are over the pointed end of
the retention posts and rotate
forward to lock in. Make sure that
the mat does not interfere with the
operation of the accelerator or the
brake pedal.
TAILGATE LOCK
The tailgate lock is designed to
prevent theft of the tailgate.
•Insert ignition key and turn to the
right to lock.
•Turn ignition key to the left to
unlock.
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A
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CAL
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TAILGATE REMOVAL
Your tailgate is removable to allow
more room for loading.
1. Lower the tailgate.
2. Use a screwdriver to pry the
spring clip (on each connector) past
the head of the support screw.
Disconnect the cables.
3. Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle
and remove it from the left and
right hinges.
To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.
EXTERIOR TIEDOWN HOOKS
Exterior tiedown hooks mounted on
the side of the pickup box:
•can be used to secure loads
within the pickup box.
•can be used to secure half the
tonneau cover in an open
position.
•allow for continued use of the
stake pockets.
Each tiedown hook can secure loads
of up to 350 kg (770 lbs.) inside the pickup box (total load not to exceed
box payload of 1000kg (2,200 lbs)). Loads can be secured to the hooks
with up to three wraps of 10 mm rope.
CARGO CAGE (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo cage designed to extend the
pickup box for larger loads.
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To extend the cargo cage:
1. Lower tailgate.
2. Pull the round knobs on each side
of the cargo cage to release it from
the pickup box.
Red markings behind the knobs
indicate the unlocked position.
3. Lift the cargo cage over on to the
tailgate.
4. Evenly push down on the cargo
cage and push the round knobs in
on each side locking it in place.
To stow the cargo cage, follow steps
one through four in reverse order.
The cargo cage may be used to
secure a load of up to 46 kg (100
lbs.) on the tailgate.
The cargo cage should always be
kept in the stowed position with
the tailgate closed when not in use.
Activating Cargo Cage Theft
Deterrent Device:
The following procedure can be
done with the cargo cage in the
stowed or extended position.
1. Locate the phillips head screw in
the middle of the vertical brace on
the locking clip.
2. Turn the screw counterclockwise
until you hear an audible click.
3. To deactivate, turn the screw clockwise until the locking clip moves
freely.
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P
Parking brake ............................112
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....200
Power steering ..........................112
fluid, checking and adding ....192
fluid, refill capacity ................201
fluid, specifications .........203, 205
Power Windows ...........................45
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................113
R
Radio ................................16, 19, 23
Single CD ..................................16
Remote entry system .................62
locking/unlocking doors ...........61
Roadside assistance ..................135
S
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ..................76–80
Safety Canopy .............................91
Safety defects, reporting ..........167
Safety restraints ....................76–80
belt minder ...............................82
cleaning the safety belts ..........85
extension assembly ..................85
for adults .............................77–79
for children .........................94–95
warning light and chime ..........81
Safety seats for children ............97
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) ........................76
Seats ............................................71
child safety seats ......................97
Spare tire (see
Changing the Tire) ...................145Spark plugs,
specifications .....................200, 205
Special notice
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................203, 205
Speed control ..............................49
Starting your
vehicle ........................107–108, 110
jump starting ..........................152
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................41
Stereo
Single CD ..................................16
T
Tailgate ..................................54–55
Tilt steering wheel ......................41
Tires ...........................................196
changing ..................................145
tire grades ...............................197
treadwear ................................196
Tonneau cover .............................57
Towing .......................................128
recreational towing .................133
trailer towing ..........................128
Traction-lok rear axle ...............113
Transmission
automatic operation ...............113
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................194
fluid, refill capacities ..............201
lubricant specifications ..203, 205
manual operation ....................117
Trunk ...........................................59
Turn signal ..................................34
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