ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you
know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from
driving it.
WARNING:Always drive with due care and attention when
using and operating the controls and features on your vehicle.
Note:This manual describes product features and options available
throughout the range of available models, sometimes even before they
are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to your vehicle.
Note:Some of the illustrations in this manual may show features as used
in different models, so may appear different to you on your vehicle.
Note:Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable
laws and regulations.
Note:Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral
part of the vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a component as left-hand side or
right-hand side. The side is determined when facing forward in the seat.
A. Right-hand side
B. Left-hand side
Protecting the Environment
You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning
and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.
A
B
10Introduction
2015 Explorer(exp)
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Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................322
engine oil .................................315
Display settings .........................519
Driver alert ................................248
Driving under special
conditions ..................211, 214, 216
sand .........................................215
snow and ice ...........................217
through water .................216, 284
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .................146, 148
E
Electronic message center .......123
Electronic stability control ......224
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................289
running out of fuel .................197
Emergency brake
(see Parking brake) ..................220
Emission control system ..........202
End user license agreement ....552
Engine ........................................384
cleaning ...................................343
coolant .....................................316
fail-safe cooling .......................320
idle speed control ...................327
lubrication specifications .......386
refill capacities ........................386
service points ..................312–314
Engine block heater .................192
Engine oil
checking and adding ..............315
dipstick ....................................315
filter, specifications ................391refill capacities ........................386
specifications ..........................386
Event data recording ..................13
Exhaust fumes ..........................192
F
Fail safe cooling ........................320
Fleet MyKey programming ........69
Floor mats .................................284
Fluid capacities .........................386
Fuel
cap ...........................................199
capacity ...................................386
choosing the right fuel ...195–196
filler funnel .............................197
filling your vehicle with fuel ..199
filter, specifications ........327, 391
fuel pump shut-off ..................288
octane rating ...........................384
quality ......................................195
running out of fuel .................197
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................194
Fuel and distance computer ....127
outside temperature
indicator ..................................127
to empty indicator ..................127
trip distance ............................127
trip/reset button .....................127
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................................196
Fuses ..................................300, 306
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Garage door opener ..................177
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............199
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Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, September 2014
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