2023 FORD EXPLORER Scheduled Maintenance

the State's stringent anti-smog standards.Ford Motor Company must warrant theemission control system on your vehiclefor the periods of time listed belowprovided there has been no abuse, neglector improper maintenance of your vehicle.
Your emission control system may includeparts such as the carburetor orfuel-injection system, the ignition system,catalytic converter and engine computer.Also included may be hoses, belts,connectors and other emission-relatedassemblies. Where a warrantable conditionexists, Ford Motor Company will repair yourvehicle at no cost to you includingdiagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTYCOVERAGE:
(For 1990 and subsequent modelpassenger cars, light-duty trucks, andmedium-duty vehicles.)
- For 3 years or 50,000 miles (whicheveroccurs first);
1) If your vehicle fails a Smog Checkinspection, all necessary repairs andadjustments will be made by Ford MotorCompany to ensure that your emissioncontrol system PERFORMANCEWARRANTY.
2) If any emission-related part on yourvehicle is defective, the part will berepaired or replaced by Ford MotorCompany. This is your short-term emissioncontrol system DEFECTS WARRANTY.
- For 7 years or 70,000 miles (whicheveroccurs first);
1) If an emission-related part listed in thiswarranty booklet specially noted withcoverage for 7 years or 70,000 miles isdefective, the part will be repaired orreplaced by Ford Motor Company. This isyour long-term emission control systemDEFECTS WARRANTY.
OWNER'S WARRANTYRESPONSIBILITIES:
- As the vehicle owner, you are responsiblefor the performance of the requiredmaintenance listed in your owner'smanual. Ford Motor Companyrecommends that you retain all receiptscovering maintenance on your vehicle, butFord Motor Company cannot denywarranty solely for the lack of receipts orfor your failure to ensure the performanceof all scheduled maintenance.
- You are responsible for presenting yourvehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer as soonas a problem exists. The warranty repairsshould be completed in a reasonableamount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
- As the vehicle owner, you should also beaware that Ford Motor Company may denyyou warranty coverage if your vehicle or apart has failed due to abuse, neglect,improper maintenance or unapprovedmodifications.
If you have any questions regarding yourwarranty rights and responsibilities, youshould contact Ford Customer Service at1-800-392-3673 or the California AirResource Board at 9528 Telstar Avenue,El Monte, CA 91731.
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Hybrid Vehicle Frequently AskedQuestions - Hybrid Electric Vehicle(HEV).............................................................180Hybrid Vehicle Operation - HybridElectric Vehicle (HEV)..............................178
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Ignition Switch...............................................168In California (U.S. Only)............................299Information Display Control.......................82Information Displays....................................110General Information - Vehicles With: 12.3Inch Instrument Cluster DisplayScreen.................................................................112General Information - Vehicles With: 4.2Inch Instrument Cluster DisplayScreen.................................................................115General Information - Vehicles With: 6.5Inch Instrument Cluster DisplayScreen.................................................................110Information Messages.................................119Installing Child Restraints...........................25Instrument Cluster........................................101Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................87Instrument Panel.............................................21Interior Air Quality.........................................143Interior Lamps.................................................90Interior Mirror...................................................98Introduction........................................................9
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Jump Starting the Vehicle........................293
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Keyless Entry.....................................................71Keyless Starting............................................169Keys and Remote Controls.........................57
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Lane Keeping System................................255Liftgate...............................................................73Lighting Control..............................................86Lighting..............................................................86General Information...........................................86
Limited Slip Differential............................209Load CarriersSee: Roof Racks and Load Carriers.............276Load Carrying.................................................275General Information..........................................275Load Limit........................................................277Locating the Wireless AccessoryCharger..........................................................166Locking and Unlocking................................68Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................370
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Maintenance...................................................315General Information..........................................315Manual Seats.................................................146Memory Function.........................................150Message CenterSee: Information Displays................................110MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors................................94Mobile Communications Equipment......14Mobile Device Data........................................18Moonroof..........................................................99Motorcraft Parts - 2.3LEcoBoost™.................................................382Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L..............................382Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L..............................383MyKey – Troubleshooting...........................67MyKey™.............................................................64Principle of Operation........................................64
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Navigation......................................................449Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........479
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Oil Change Indicator Reset......................320Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.......................................319Opening and Closing the Hood...............315Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.....................................................303Overhead Console........................................167
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Reverse Braking AssistPrecautions..................................................216Reverse Braking Assist................................216Reverse Braking Assist –Troubleshooting.............................................218Reverse Braking Assist –Troubleshooting.........................................218Reverse Braking Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................219Reverse Braking Assist – InformationMessages..........................................................218Roadside Assistance...................................291Roadside Emergencies...............................291Rollover Warning.........................................485Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................276Running-InSee: Breaking-In.................................................288Running Out of Fuel....................................183
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Safety Canopy™..............................................51Safety Precautions.......................................181Satellite Radio..............................................422Scheduled Maintenance...........................476Seatbelt Extensions......................................44Seatbelt Height Adjustment.......................41Seatbelt Reminder.........................................42Seatbelts...........................................................38Principle of Operation........................................38Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime...............................................................41Seats.................................................................144Security...............................................................77Selecting a Drive Mode..............................273Service Data......................................................16Settings Data.....................................................17Settings...........................................................458Setting the Adaptive Cruise ControlGap................................................................246Setting the Adaptive Cruise ControlSpeed............................................................245Setting the Cruise Control Speed..........239Setting the Hill Descent Speed..............224Side Airbags.....................................................50Side Sensing System..................................229Sitting in the Correct Position..................144
Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains.................................363Spare WheelSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................370Special Notices................................................13Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance..............................................482Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control...........................................239Speed Sign Recognition...........................266Stability Control............................................221Principle of Operation.......................................221Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch...........................................168Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................169Starting a Hybrid Electric VehicleSystem............................................................172Starting and Stopping the Engine.........168General Information..........................................168Steering...........................................................268Steering Wheel................................................79Storage Compartments.............................167SunroofSee: Moonroof......................................................99Sun Shades......................................................99Sun Visors.........................................................98Supplementary Restraints System.........46Principle of Operation........................................46Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Onand Off..........................................................245Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off.....................................................92Switching Cruise Control On andOff..................................................................239Switching From Adaptive Cruise Controlto Cruise Control.......................................248Switching Hill Descent Control On andOff...................................................................224Switching Intelligent Mode On andOff..................................................................250Switching Lane Centering On andOff..................................................................249Switching Rear Occupant Alert SystemOn and Off...................................................158Switching Reverse Braking Assist On andOff....................................................................217Symbols Glossary.............................................9
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