2017 FORD EXPLORER coolant level

General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature. •
With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
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Miscellaneous
•
Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.
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Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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Multi-Point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil based on how
your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time. This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying a
message in the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.
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Bluetooth Devices and System
Settings............................................................ 393
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port........................................................... 387
Media Menu Features...................................... 390
Media Voice Commands................................ 388
USB 2...................................................................... 393
Voice Commands for Audio Sources.........394
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............370 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 375
Accessing Your Phone Settings.................... 378
Bluetooth Devices............................................. 379
Making Calls......................................................... 373
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............370
Pairing Subsequent Phones............................ 371
Phone Options during an Active Call..........374
Phone Voice Commands................................. 372
Receiving Calls.................................................... 374
System Settings................................................ 380
Text Messaging................................................... 376
Using Terrain Response..............................192
Using Traction Control...............................189
Switching the System Off............................... 189
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 189
Using a Switch..................................................... 189
Using the Information Display Controls............................................................. 189
Using Voice Recognition...........................368 Audio Voice Commands................................. 420
Climate Voice Commands.............................. 421
Initiating a Voice Session............................... 368
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 423
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 422
Phone Voice Commands................................. 421
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands..................................................... 424
System Interaction and Feedback..............369
Voice Settings Commands............................ 424
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................258
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Vehicle Care
...................................................297
General Information.......................................... 297
Vehicle Certification Label.......................338 Vehicle Identification Number
................337
Vehicle Storage............................................302
Battery................................................................... 303
Body....................................................................... 303
Brakes.................................................................... 303
Cooling system................................................... 303
Engine.................................................................... 303
Fuel system......................................................... 303
General.................................................................. 303
Miscellaneous..................................................... 304
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................304
Tires........................................................................\
303
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 127
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............337
Voice Control
....................................................72
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Warning Lamps and Indicators................94 Adaptive Cruise Control.................................... 94
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 95
Automatic High Beam Control........................ 95
Battery...................................................................... 95
Blind Spot Monitor.............................................. 95
Brake System......................................................... 95
Cruise Control........................................................ 95
Direction Indicator............................................... 95
Door Ajar.................................................................. 95
Engine Coolant Temperature.......................... 95
Engine Oil................................................................ 96
Fasten Safety Belt............................................... 96
Front Airbag........................................................... 96
Front Fog Lamps.................................................. 96
Heads Up Display................................................ 96
High Beam.............................................................. 96
Hood Ajar................................................................ 96
Lane Keeping Aid................................................. 96
Liftgate Ajar............................................................ 96
Low Fuel Level...................................................... 96
Low Tire Pressure Warning.............................. 96
Low Washer Fluid................................................. 97
Parking Lamps....................................................... 97
Powertrain Fault................................................... 97
Service Engine Soon............................................ 97
Stability Control.................................................... 97
Stability Control Off............................................ 97
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