2012 FORD EXPLORER ECU

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 19
Message center 22
Entertainment Systems 48
MyFord™ system 48
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 57
USB port 58
SYNC59
Climate Controls 60
Manual heating and air conditioning 60
Automatic temperature control 63
Auxiliary passenger climate control 68
Rear window defroster 68
Lights 71
Headlamps 71
Turn signal control 76
Bulb replacement 78
Driver Controls 86
Windshield wiper/washer control 86
Steering wheel adjustment 88
Power windows 93
Mirrors 94
Speed control 98
Adaptive cruise control 100
Moon roof 110
Locks and Security 126
Keys 126
Locks 133
Anti-theft system 148
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not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not
activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses
to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle
travel information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions
and Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNC
supplement for more information.
CELL PHONE USE
The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using
such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety
and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and
portable two-way radios.
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you
use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take
your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle.
We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving
and that you comply with all applicable laws.
EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with
features and options that are different from the features and options that
are described in this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may
be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market
unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features,
recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This
Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets.
Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built
for Export.Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required
information and warnings.
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Adaptive Cruise
Control MessagesAction / Description
CRUISE CONTROL
AUTOMATIC
BRAKING TURNED
OFFDisplayed when adaptive cruise control
automatic braking is turned off.
AdvanceTrac/
Traction Control
MessagesAction / Description
SERVICE
ADVANCETRACDisplayed when the AdvanceTracsystem has
detected a condition that requires service.
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
TRACTION
CONTROL OFFDisplayed when the traction control has been
disabled by the driver. Refer to theDriving
chapter for more information.
TRAILER SWAY
REDUCE SPEEDDisplayed when the trailer sway control has
detected trailer sway. For more information,
refer to theDrivingchapter for more
information.
Alarm/Security
MessagesAction / Description
STARTING SYSTEM
FAULTThis message is displayed when there is a
problem with your vehicle’s starting security
system; your vehicle will not be able to start.
See your authorized dealer for service.
TO STOP ALARM
START VEHICLEDisplayed when the perimeter alarm system is
armed and the vehicle is entered using the key
on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent
the perimeter alarm system from triggering,
the ignition must be turned to start or on
before the 12 second chime expires. See
Perimeter alarm systemin theLocks and
securitychapter.
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MyKeyMessages Action / Description
MYKEY ACTIVE
DRIVE SAFELYDisplayed when MyKeyis active.
MYKEY NOT
CREATEDDisplayed during key programming when
MyKeycannot be programmed.
SPEED LIMITED TO
80 MPHDisplayed when starting the vehicle and
MyKeyis in use and the MyKey speed limit is
on. Refer toMyKeyin theLocks and
Securitychapter for more information.
VEHICLE AT TOP
SPEED OF MYKEY
SETTINGDisplayed when a MyKeyis in use and the
MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed
is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer toMyKeyin the
Locks and Securitychapter for more
information.
VEHICLE NEAR
TOP SPEEDDisplayed when a MyKeyis in use and the
MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed
is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to
MyKeyin theLocks and Securitychapter
for more information.
CHECK SPEED
DRIVE SAFELYDisplayed when a MyKeyis in use and the
optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds
a preselected speed. Refer toMyKeyin the
Locks and Securitychapter for more
information.
BUCKLE UP TO
UNMUTE AUDIODisplayed when a MyKeyis in use and
Belt-Minderis activated. Refer toMyKeyin
theLocks and Securitychapter for more
information.
COULD NOT
PROGRAM
INTEGRATED KEYDisplayed when an attempt is made to
program a spare key using two existing
MyKeys. Refer toMyKeyin theLocks and
Securitychapter for more information.
COULD NOT
PROGRAM KEYDisplayed when an attempt is made to
program a spare key using two existing
MyKeys. Refer toMyKeyin theLocks and
Securitychapter for more information.
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Auxiliary input jack (line in)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
The auxiliary input jack (AIJ) provides a way to connect and play music
from your portable music player over the vehicle speakers. To access:
1. Plug in one end of the cable into the AIJ (located in your center
console).
2. Listen to an FM station or a CD first to adjust the volume to a
comfortable listening level.
3. Turn your portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 of
full volume.
4. Press AUX repeatedly untilAuxiliary audio activeorLine in active
appears.
5. Now adjust the volume on your portable music player until it matches
that of the FM station or the CD you were listening to previously.
Troubleshooting tips
•Don’t connect the AIJ to a line level output. These are intended for
connection to a home stereo and are not compatible.
•Don’t set the volume on your portable music player higher than
necessary as this may cause distortion and reduce sound quality.
•If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the volume
on the portable music player down and check to see if you need to
replace or recharge the batteries.
•The AIJ doesn’t provide control over your portable music player. You
still need to use the controls on the player for functions such as play,
pause, etc.
•For safety reasons, you should not connect or adjust your portable
music player while the vehicle is moving. The portable music player
should have a long enough extension cable to allow it to be stored in a
secure location, (such as the center console or the glove box) when
the vehicle is in motion.
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5. Disconnect the electrical
connector (1) from the lamp
assembly. Disconnect the bulb
socket (2) from the lamp assembly
by squeezing the two tabs at the top
and bottom of the socket.
6. Pull bulb straight out of socket and install the new bulb.
7. Install the bulb socket (2) by pushing it directly into the lamp
assembly until the top and bottom tabs snap into place. Reconnect the
electrical connector
8. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on the vehicle by securing the
lamp assembly with two bolts. Reinstall bolt covers.
Replacing tail/brake lamp bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
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Bounce-back
When the window is moving upward and an obstacle or a rough road
condition interferes with the window’s movement, the window will
automatically reverse direction and move down. This is known as
“bounce-back”. If the ignition is turned off (without accessory delay
being active) during bounce-back, the window will move down until the
bounce-back position is reached.
Security override
To override a bounce-back condition, within two seconds after the
window reaches the bounce-back position, pull and hold the switch up
andthe window will travel up with no bounce-back or pinch
protection.If the switch is released before the window is fully closed,
the window will stop. For example, this can be used to overcome the
resistance of ice on the window or seals.
Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver and front passenger to
operate the power windows.
Press the control to lock out all
window controls (except the driver’s
and front passenger’s). Press it
again to restore the window
controls.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof
(if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is
turned off or until either front door is opened.
INTERIOR MIRROR
The interior rearview 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.
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To close the dual panel moon roof:Pull down the SLIDE control and
release. The moon roof will automatically close.
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 moon
roof will close without the bounce-back function active. For example:
Bounce-back override can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on
the moon roof or seals.
To vent the dual panel moon roof:Press and quickly release the TILT
control (moon roof is equipped with, automatic, one-touch, tilt open
feature).The moon roof must be in the closed position in order to
move it into the vent position.
To close dual panel moon roof from vent:Pull and quickly release
the TILT control down to close the glass from the vent position to close
(moon roof is equipped with automatic, one-touch, tilt close feature).
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener which
can be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter.
Car2UHome Automation System (if equipped)
The Car2UHome Automation
System is a universal transmitter
located in the driver’s visor that
includes two primary features – a
garage door opener and a platform
for remote activation of devices
within the home. The Car2U
system’s garage door opener
function replaces the common
hand-held garage door opener with a three-button transmitter that is
integrated into the interior of your vehicle. After being programmed for
garage doors, the Car2Usystem transmitter can be programmed to
operate security devices and home lighting systems.
WARNING:Make sure that people and objects are clear of the
garage door or security device you are programming. Do not
program the Car2Usystem with the vehicle in the garage.
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