2017 FORD EXPLORER Owners Manual

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FORD EXPLORER 2017 5.G Owners Manual •
Crash sensors and monitoring system
with readiness indicator.  See Crash
Sensors and Airbag Indicator (page
47
).
Note: The passenger sensing system will
deactivate the passenger seat-mounted
side

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FORD EXPLORER 2017 5.G Owners Manual The Safety Canopy will deploy during
significant side crashes or when a certain
likelihood of a rollover event is detected
by the rollover sensor. The Safety Canopy
is mounted to the roof side-rail sh

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FORD EXPLORER 2017 5.G Owners Manual The restraints control module also
monitors the readiness of the above safety
devices plus the crash and occupant
sensors. The readiness of the safety
system is indicated by a warning indicator
light

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FORD EXPLORER 2017 5.G Owners Manual PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The remote control allows you to:
•
Remotely lock or unlock the vehicle
doors.
• Unlock the doors without actively using
a key or remote control (intelligent
access only).

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FORD EXPLORER 2017 5.G Owners Manual REMOTE CONTROL
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters
(If Equipped)
Use the key blade to start your vehicle and
unlock or lock the driver door from outside
your vehicle. The transmitter portion
functions as

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FORD EXPLORER 2017 5.G Owners Manual Note:
Your vehicle ’s backup keys came with
a security tag that provides important
vehicle key cut information. Keep the tag in
a safe place for future reference.
Replacing the Battery
Note: Refer t

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FORD EXPLORER 2017 5.G Owners Manual Note:
Do not touch the battery contacts or
the printed circuit board with the
screwdriver.
4. Insert a screwdriver as shown to release the battery. 5. Remove the battery.
6. Install a new battery with

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FORD EXPLORER 2017 5.G Owners Manual Linking a Preset Position to your
Remote Control or Intelligent Access
Key Fob
See Memory Function (page 143).
Car Finder Press the button twice within
three seconds. The horn sounds
and the direction