2010 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC jump cable

JUMP STARTING
WARNING:The gases around the battery can explode if
exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could
result in injury or vehicle damage.
WARNING:Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,
eyes and clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission
vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start
capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic
transmission may cause transmission damage.
Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the
transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is
considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the
transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update
transmission operation.
1.Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehiclesdo nottouch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before
you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.
5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical
surges. Turn all other accessories off.
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Connecting the jumper cables
1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of
the discharged battery.
Note:In the illustrations,lightning boltsare used to designate the
assisting (boosting) battery.
2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the assisting battery.
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Note:Do not attach the negative (-) cable fuel lines, engine rocker
covers, the intake manifold or electrical components asgrounding
points.
WARNING:Do not connect the end of the second cable to the
negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may
cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery.
5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of
both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts.
Jump starting
1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at
moderately increased speed.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an
additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
Removing the jumper cables
Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were
connected.
1. Remove the jumper cable from thegroundmetal surface.
2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the
booster vehicle’s battery.
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3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster
vehicle’s battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the
disabled vehicle’s battery.
After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables
removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can
relearn its idle conditions.
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Speed control ..............................92
Starting your
vehicle ........................217–218, 220
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Steering wheel
controls ......................................95
tilting .........................................82
SYNC
..........................................64
T
Tailgate ........................................99
Tilt steering wheel ......................82
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................246
Roadside Emergencies ...........261
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....197
Warning Displays ..........12, 26, 34
Tires ...........................182–184, 261
alignment ................................190
care ..........................................187
changing ..........................261, 265
checking the pressure ............187
inflating ...................................185
label .........................................196
replacing ..........................188, 265
rotating ....................................191
safety practices .......................190
sidewall information ...............192
snow tires and cables .............202
spare tire .........................261, 263
terminology .............................184
tire grades ...............................183
treadwear ........................183, 187
Tonneau cover ...........................101
Towing .......................................210
recreational towing .................216trailer towing ..........................210
wrecker ....................................275
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................323
Transmission .............................233
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....232
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................323
fluid, refill capacities ..............326
lubricant specifications ..........326
Trunk .........................................103
Turn signal ..................................75
U
USB port ......................................58
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................332
Vehicle loading ..........................202
camper bodies ........................216
Ventilating your vehicle ...........220
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................296
Water, Driving through .............250
Windows
power .........................................86
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................81
checking and adding fluid .....296
replacing wiper blades ...........297
Wrecker towing .........................275
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