2009 FORD EXPLORER warning light

Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability
problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”
unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use
“Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to
become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized
dealer.
Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. It
should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. These products have not been approved for your engine and
could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your
warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-Wide Fuel Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality, per the recommendations in theChoosing the right
fuelsection.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•TheService engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on the “service engine soon” indicator, refer toWarning
lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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EPA fuel economy estimates
Every new vehicle should have a window sticker containing EPA fuel
economy estimates. Contact your authorized dealer if the window sticker
is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA fuel economy estimates
should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other
vehicles. Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of
operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•Have the items listed inscheduled maintenance information
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed inscheduled maintenance
informationare essential to the life and performance of your vehicle
and to its emissions system.
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of theService engine soon
indicator, charging system
warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors,
smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control
system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust
to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust
system inspected and repaired immediately.
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A
Accessory delay ........................107
AdvanceTrac ..............................282
Air cleaner filter ...............389–391
Air conditioning ..........................84
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................204, 213, 215
and child safety seats ............206
description ..............204, 213, 215
disposal ....................................218
driver airbag ............206, 214, 216
indicator light .................213, 218
operation .................206, 214, 216
passenger airbag .....206, 214, 216
side airbag ...............................213
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................300
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................368
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................280
Anti-theft system ......................166
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................21, 25, 33
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................290, 293
fluid, adding ............................388
fluid, checking ........................388
fluid, refill capacities ..............392
fluid, specification ..................392
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....41
Auxiliary power point ...............104
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........392refill capacities ........................392
B
Battery .......................................366
acid, treating emergencies .....366
jumping a disabled battery ....331
maintenance-free ....................366
replacement, specifications ...391
servicing ..................................366
Belt-Minder
.............................199
Booster seats .............................234
Brakes ........................................279
anti-lock ...................................280
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................280
fluid, checking and adding ....387
fluid, refill capacities ..............392
fluid, specifications .................392
lubricant specifications ..........392
parking ....................................281
shift interlock ..........................289
C
Calculating load ........................266
Capacities for refilling fluids ....392
Cargo cover ...............................150
Cargo management system ......151
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................321
Child safety seats ......................223
attaching with tether straps ..231
in front seat ............................224
in rear seat ..............................224
LATCH .....................................227
recommendations ...................221
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................234
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Hood ..........................................356
How to get going ........................21
I
Ignition ...............................274, 396
Illuminated visor mirror ...........101
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................223
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................386
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................351
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ....................................321, 324
positioning .......................321, 326
storage .............................321, 324
Jump-starting your vehicle ......331
K
Keyless entry system ...............165
autolock ...........................154, 156
keypad .....................................165
locking and unlocking doors ..166
programming entry code .......165
Keys ...........................................168
positions of the ignition .........274
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................94
daytime running light ...............90
fog lamps ...................................90
headlamps .................................89interior lamps ...........................93
LATCH anchors .........................227
Liftgate ......................................151
remote release ........................161
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........280
Load limits .................................260
Loading instructions .................266
Locks
autolock ...........................154, 156
childproof ................................159
doors ........................................154
Lubricant specifications ...........392
Lug nuts ....................................330
Luggage rack .............................152
Lumbar support, seats .....174, 176
M
Message center .................123, 135
english/metric button .....126, 140
system check button ......125, 139
warning messages ...........131, 146
Mirrors ...............................107–108
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................108
fold away .................................109
heated ......................................109
side view mirrors (power) .....108
Moon roof ..................................116
Motorcraft parts ........353, 374, 391
N
Navigation system .......................81
O
Octane rating ............................378
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Oil (see Engine oil) ..................361
P
Parking brake ............................281
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....391
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................190
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................110
Power adjustable foot pedals ...110
Power deployable running
boards ........................................110
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................317
Power door locks ......................154
Power mirrors ...........................108
Power point ...............................104
Power steering ..........................287
fluid, checking and adding ....387
fluid, refill capacity ................392
fluid, specifications .................392
Power Windows .........................105
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................288
R
Radio ................................21, 25, 33
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................49
Rear window defroster ...............88
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................221
Relays ........................................313
Remote entry system .......159–160illuminated entry ....................164
locking/unlocking
doors ................................160–161
panic alarm .............................161
replacing the batteries ...........162
Reverse sensing system ...........296
Roadside assistance ..................310
Roof rack ...................................152
S
Safety belts
(see Safety
restraints) ..........188, 192–195, 197
Safety Canopy ...........213, 215–216
Safety defects, reporting ..........346
Safety restraints ........188, 192–197
Belt-Minder
...........................199
extension assembly ................198
for adults .........................193–195
for children .............................219
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................190
warning light and
chime ...............................198–199
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................227
Safety seats for children ..........223
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................397
Satellite Radio Information ........46
Seats ..........................................170
child safety seats ....................223
easy access/easyout feature ..177
front seats ...............................173
heated ..............................178–179
memory seat ...................161, 176
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SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................166
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................27
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................35
Snowplowing .................................8
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................391, 396
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............8
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................392
Speed control ............................111
Starting your
vehicle ........................274–275, 277
jump starting ..........................331
Steering wheel
controls ....................................114
tilting .......................................101
SYNC ............................................81
T
Tilt steering wheel ....................101
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................305
Roadside Emergencies ...........321
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....255
Warning Displays ......12, 131, 146
Tires ...........................240–241, 321
alignment ................................249
care ..........................................245
changing ..........................321, 326
checking the pressure ............245
inflating ...................................242
label .........................................254replacing ..........................246, 326
rotating ....................................249
safety practices .......................248
sidewall information ...............250
snow tires and chains ............260
spare tire .................321, 324–325
terminology .............................242
tire grades ...............................241
treadwear ........................241, 245
Towing .......................................267
recreational towing .................273
trailer towing ..........................267
wrecker ....................................337
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................388
Transmission .............................289
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....289
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................388
fluid, refill capacities ..............392
lubricant specifications ..........392
Turn signal ..................................93
U
USB port ......................................43
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................397
Vehicle loading ..........................260
Ventilating your vehicle ...........277
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................359
Water, Driving through .............309
Windows ....................................161
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