2010 FORD EXPLORER audio

Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems
(headphone only mode)
When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the original
radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the
vehicle, the FES will work in a state referred to as “Headphone Only
Mode.” This mode allows the FES to operate as a standalone system,
without interface to the radio.
While operating in Headphone Only Mode, the system will have limited
functionality.
•The system will only output audio to the headphones. It will not be
capable of providing audio to the speakers.
•The available sources in FES Headphone Only Mode are DVD-DISC
and DVD-AUX, regardless of headphone channel (A or B).
•When a disc is inserted into the FES while in Headphone Only Mode,
both headphone channels (A and B) will be connected to FES-DISC.
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system. Refer to the
Navigation Systemsupplement for further information.
SYNC(IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC
, a hands-free communications
and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For
more information, please refer to theSYNC
supplement or to the
SYNC
section in theNavigation systemsupplement (if equipped).
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Installing a garage door opener (if equipped)
The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of
aftermarket garage door openers:
•Place the VELCRO
hook onto
the side of the aftermarket
transmitter opposite of the
button.
•Place the transmitter into storage
compartment, button down.
•Place the provided height
adaptors onto the back of the
door as needed.
•Close the door.
•Press the depression in the door
to activate the transmitter.
CENTER CONSOLE
1. Cupholders
2. Tissue holder in lid
3. Rear power point
4. Large utility compartment has an
exterior power point in front of the
lid, and inside the compartment has
coin holder slots, a power point, AIJ
(Audio Input Jack), USB port and a
business/credit card holder
The rear side of the console may
incorporate the following features:
•Air vents
•Cupholders
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Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the power
windows.
To lock out all the window controls
(except for the driver’s) press the
right side of the control. Press the
left side to restore the window
controls.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, the audio system, power windows and moon roof
(if equipped) operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
turned from the on to the off position or until either front door is
opened.
INTERIOR MIRROR
The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror which
has an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will
change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare
(darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the
mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically
adjust (darken) to minimize glare.
The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when
backing up.
Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior
rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror
performance.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
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Turning off speed control
There are two ways to turn off the speed control:
•Press the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’s previously set
speed.
•Press the speed control OFF
control.
Note:When you turn off the speed
control or the ignition, your speed
control set speed memory is erased.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
These controls allow you to operate some radio control features.
Audio control features
Press MEDIA to select:
•AM, FM1, FM2
•SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (Satellite
Radio mode if equipped).
•CD (if equipped)
•DVD/FES (if equipped)
•LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack)
In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode:
•Press
SEEKto
select preset stations within the
selected radio band or press and
hold to select the next/previous
radio frequency.
In Satellite radio mode (if
equipped):
•Press
SEEKto
advance through preset channels.
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To open the moon roof:Press and
release the SLIDE control, the moon
roof will open automatically. Press
the switch again to stop the moon
roof.
To close the moon roof:Pull and
release the SLIDE control, the moon
roof will close automatically. Press
the switch again to stop the moon
roof.
Bounce-back:When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof
opening as the moon roof is closing, the moon roof will automatically
open and stop at a prescribed position.
Bounce-back override:To override bounce-back function, pull and hold
the SLIDE switch within two seconds of a bounce-back event. The
closing force will begin to increase each time the moon roof is closed for
the first three closing cycles, with bounce-back active. For example:
Bounce-back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moon
roof or seals.
To vent the moon roof:Press and release the TILT control, the moon
roof will move to the vent position automatically from any moon roof
position. Press the switch again to stop the moon roof. Pull and hold the
TILT control to close the moon roof.
The moon roof has a built-in sliding shade that can be manually opened
or closed when the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it toward
the front of the vehicle.
Accessory delay:
With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof
may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to
the off position or until either front door is opened.
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED)
The appearance of your vehicle’s universal garage door opener will vary
according to your option package. Before programing, make sure your
transmitter matches the graphic in the procedure.
SLIDE TILT
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A
Accessory delay ........................124
AdvanceTrac ..............................278
Air cleaner filter ...............382–384
Air conditioning ........................101
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................199, 208, 210
and child safety seats ............201
description ..............199, 208, 210
disposal ....................................213
driver airbag ............201, 208, 211
indicator light .................208, 213
operation .................201, 208, 211
passenger airbag .....201, 208, 211
side airbag ...............................208
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................295
Ambulance packages ....................6
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................361
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................276
Anti-theft system ......................162
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................39, 43, 50
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................286, 288
fluid, adding ............................380
fluid, checking ........................380
fluid, refill capacities ..............385
fluid, specification ..................385
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....58
Auxiliary power point ...............121
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........385refill capacities ........................385
B
Battery .......................................359
acid, treating emergencies .....359
jumping a disabled battery ....325
maintenance-free ....................359
replacement, specifications ...384
servicing ..................................359
Belt-Minder
.............................194
Booster seats .............................229
Brakes ........................................275
anti-lock ...................................276
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................276
fluid, checking and adding ....380
fluid, refill capacities ..............385
fluid, specifications .................385
lubricant specifications ..........385
parking ....................................277
shift interlock ..........................285
C
Calculating load ........................262
Capacities for refilling fluids ....385
Car2U garage door opener .......140
Cargo cover ...............................145
Cargo management system ......146
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................315
Child safety seats ......................218
attaching with tether
straps .......................................226
in front seat ............................219
in rear seat ..............................219
LATCH .....................................222
recommendations ...................216
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