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GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)

– is the Vehicle Curb  cargo +

passengers.

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)

– is the maximum

allowable weight of the fully loaded
vehicle (including all options,
equipment, passengers and cargo).

The GVWR is shown on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label located on the driver’s
door or door pillar. The GVW
must never exceed the GVWR.

Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits
could result in substandard vehicle handling, performance,

engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the
vehicle, loss of control and personal injury.

2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac

(p27)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English

(fus)

Driving

136

Summary of Contents for 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac

Page 1: ...FM stereo with CD6 MP3 28 Climate Controls 33 Manual heating and air conditioning 33 Lights 35 Driver Controls 44 Windshield wiper washer control 44 Steering wheel adjustment 45 Power windows 48 Mirro...

Page 2: ...creational towing 143 Roadside Emergencies 145 Getting roadside assistance 145 Hazard flasher switch 146 Fuel pump shut off switch 146 Fuses and relays 147 Changing tires 154 Jump starting 162 Wrecker...

Page 3: ...d Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without writte...

Page 4: ...itional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particul...

Page 5: ...at least 500 miles 800 km before towing a trailer Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break in oils during the first few thousand miles kilometers of operation since these additives may...

Page 6: ...data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The modules may record informatio...

Page 7: ...road in the Driving chapter MIDDLE EAST NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the o...

Page 8: ...ild Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control AdvanceTrac Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps...

Page 9: ...Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System...

Page 10: ...ck the bulb Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Speci...

Page 11: ...rmance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfu...

Page 12: ...is deactivated Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminate...

Page 13: ...the Trip Odometer reset button to display Odometer or Trip Odometer Low fuel Displays when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter Press the Trip Odomet...

Page 14: ...between H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool Never remove the coolant reservoir cap...

Page 15: ...needle should stay in the normal operating range between L and H If the needle falls below the normal range stop the vehicle turn off the engine and check the engine oil level Add oil if needed If th...

Page 16: ...le stations or CD tracks Press again to stop 4 CLK To set the hour press and hold CLK and press SEEK to decrease or increase the hours BASS CD TREB BAL FADE SCN CLK AM FM VOL PUSH ON SEEK EJ COMP DISC...

Page 17: ...d returns This radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls which allow you to set up to six AM stations and 12 FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 9 CD Press and hold until desired poi...

Page 18: ...ain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhe...

Page 19: ...de up CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function cor...

Page 20: ...to stop tape during rewind fast forward CD Press to start CD play With the dual media audio press CD to toggle between single CD and CD changer play if equipped 7 Mute Press to MUTE playing media pres...

Page 21: ...random order Press again to disable 13 Compression CD Press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level A small c will appear in the display to indicate that compres...

Page 22: ...old for a fast reverse In TAPE mode press REW to enable the rewind feature Press REW or TAPE to resume tape play 18 Select SEL Use with Bass Treble Balance and Fade controls 19 Bass Press BASS then pr...

Page 23: ...In CD mode press until the desired point on the current selection is reached Fast forward In CD mode press until the desired point on the current selection is reached TEXT TEXT is only available when...

Page 24: ...LL SEATS DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS Press SEL to scroll through settings 4 Mute Press to MUTE playing media press again to return to playing media 5 Eject Press to eject a CD Press EJ and a memory pre...

Page 25: ...ss MENU until FIND appears in the display Use SEL to scroll through music types Press SEEK or SCAN to search for a station playing the requested music category Show TYPE Displays the station s call le...

Page 26: ...stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets Press and hold again to disengage 13 Power volume Press to...

Page 27: ...lable when equipped with Satellite Radio Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer Detailed Satel...

Page 28: ...insert a CD label side up If a CD is already inserted press CD to begin CD play 3 CLK Clock Press CLK until SELECT HOUR SELECT MINUTE is displayed Press TUNE to decrease or increase the hours minutes...

Page 29: ...AM FM1 FM2 Press MENU to access use MENU to set When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will...

Page 30: ...urrent CD MP3 track 12 FF fast forward Press to manually advance in a CD track 13 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sou...

Page 31: ...om an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your receptio...

Page 32: ...commercially pressed 12 cm 4 75 in audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players...

Page 33: ...ts and the floor vents Distributes outside air through the floor vents Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents Distributes outside air through the windshield def...

Page 34: ...nstrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel Do not place objects on top of the...

Page 35: ...delay time is preset to 20 seconds To change the delay time up to a maximum of 3 minutes perform the following procedure 1 Start with the ignition in the RUN position and the headlamp switch in the a...

Page 36: ...dicator light will illuminate when foglamp is activated Push the headlamp control towards the instrument panel to deactivate the foglamps High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activ...

Page 37: ...adlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving the assembly plant If your vehicle is involved in an accident or if you have problems fixing the alignment of your headlamps have them checked...

Page 38: ...line the headlamp will need to be adjusted 4 Open the hood 5 Locate the vertical adjuster for each headlamp Adjust the aim by turning the adjuster control either clockwise to adjust down or counterclo...

Page 39: ...5 seconds after the door is shut or when the ignition is turned to the ON position BULBS Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the bulbs frequently To replace any of the interior bulbs s...

Page 40: ...except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position then lift hood and remove...

Page 41: ...the next time the headlamps are operated Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb s Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood 2...

Page 42: ...ull the bulb straight out of the socket Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb s Replacing foglamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove the splash shield by removi...

Page 43: ...he bulb straight out Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb s Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position then remove the license plate assembly 2 Remove the...

Page 44: ...luid a quick push and hold the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid a long push and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds Changing the wiper blades 1 Pull...

Page 45: ...These include Utility compartment with compact disc storage Auxiliary power point Cupholders Ashcup Removable utility bag Writing surface with note pad Coin holder Armrest Use only soft cups in the cu...

Page 46: ...ion to the road Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary depending on your option packa...

Page 47: ...e door opener 6 Close the storage compartment door and press the garage door opener control to verify that it works If not you may need to add more adjusters AUXILIARY POWER POINT The power point is a...

Page 48: ...tts Exceeding these limits will result in a blown fuse Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Truck bed auxiliary power point An additional auxiliary power point is located in the...

Page 49: ...lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s press the left side of the control Press the right side to...

Page 50: ...ol is pressed no movement will occur Normal Operation If an up command is selected and the ignition is switched to OFF or START during window travel the window will or with accessory delay power enabl...

Page 51: ...imately 15mm 0 6 inches in the selected direction The vent feature is inoperable in this mode This feature allows the window to be closed Once the window has reached the full closed position the windo...

Page 52: ...irrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space like an automatic car wash SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a speed of 30 mph 48 km h or more without keeping y...

Page 53: ...ing up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km...

Page 54: ...ng speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the COAST control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the COAST cont...

Page 55: ...stops moving When fully closed the rear portion of the glass panel will appear higher than the front portion To vent the moon roof press and hold the control The moon roof must be in the closed positi...

Page 56: ...ash in the display alternately with the outside temperature for approximately one minute Electronic compass As an orientation aid the compass direction abbreviations are displayed here If you suspect...

Page 57: ...bration of the compass Note To adjust the calibration find an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines 1 Press and hold the MODE control until CAL appears in the display then releas...

Page 58: ...ignition key and turn to the right to lock Turn ignition key to the left to unlock TAILGATE REMOVAL Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading 1 Lower the tailgate 2 Use a screwdriver t...

Page 59: ...r vehicle may be equipped with a cargo cage designed to extend the pickup box for larger loads To extend the cargo cage 1 Lower tailgate 2 Pull the round knobs on each side of the cargo cage to releas...

Page 60: ...locking clip screws are loose before removing the cargo cage 3 Press the locking clips below the middle bar and lift the cargo cage out of the channels on the D pillar To install the cargo cage follo...

Page 61: ...unlock the rear panel Lift the rear panel to access items in the pickup box To close lower the rear panel on the pickup box The panel will automatically lock when lowered onto the pickup box To stow...

Page 62: ...a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the pickup box Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle To o...

Page 63: ...unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility...

Page 64: ...from the outside when the doors are unlocked The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Setting the lock for one door will not automatica...

Page 65: ...potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting Unlocking the doors 1 Press and release to unlock t...

Page 66: ...ess to activate the alarm The horn will sound for a maximum of 30 seconds and the parklamps will flash for a maximum of 3 minutes Press again or turn the ignition to the 4 ON position to deactivate or...

Page 67: ...use the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like...

Page 68: ...3 OFF position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters Note After 20 seconds you will automatically exit the programming mode 10 The doors will lock then unlock to co...

Page 69: ...e is now erased and only the factory set 5 digit code will work Anti scan feature If an incorrect code has been entered 7 times 35 consecutive button presses the keypad will go into an anti scan mode...

Page 70: ...ock cylinder and interior power door locks control To deactivate reactivate the autolock feature using the keypad Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature activated To deactivate reactivate this f...

Page 71: ...tolock feature has been toggled SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti theft system is an engine immobilization system This system is designed to prevent the engine from being st...

Page 72: ...position If this occurs the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 3 OFF position The THEFT...

Page 73: ...2 Turn the ignition from the 3 OFF position to the 4 ON position Keep the ignition in the 4 ON position for at least one second but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 3 OFF position an...

Page 74: ...s not successfully programmed it will not start your vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off rapidly If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your dealer to have the new k...

Page 75: ...ts help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision The seats in your vehicle may have adjustable head restraints Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as pos...

Page 76: ...t power seat if equipped The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the s...

Page 77: ...occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Power lumbar if e...

Page 78: ...s not manually terminated at last use then the system will remain active at the next ignition key cycle REAR SEATS Adjustable rear head restraints Lift the head restraint so that it is located directl...

Page 79: ...head restraint in opposite direction in order to clear center console in fold down position 3 While holding the head restraint in a flat position lower the head restraint to the seat back 4 Flip the s...

Page 80: ...nt possible damage to the seat or safety belts ensure that the safety belts are not buckled when folding the seat A carpeted panel will flip down from the back panel to complete the load floor Returni...

Page 81: ...of your vehicle s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints Control Module RCM During a cras...

Page 82: ...tractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant s forward momentum T...

Page 83: ...en when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more l...

Page 84: ...ned to extend the seat belt webbing in a controlled manner This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user s chest BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automati...

Page 85: ...ee shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact o...

Page 86: ...d be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly wh...

Page 87: ...s some slack from the safety belt system at the start of a crash The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front airbags and Safety Canopy system When the safety belt prete...

Page 88: ...ime remain off BeltMinder The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver s safety belt is...

Page 89: ...usly injured in a crash during our lifetime I m not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home Belts are uncomfortable We design our safety belts to enhance comfort If you are uncomf...

Page 90: ...chime Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident To disable one time or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below One time disable An...

Page 91: ...nder feature if it is currently disabled As confirmation the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds followed by 3 seconds with the light off then followed by the re...

Page 92: ...e during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditio...

Page 93: ...ion NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the air bag module Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in...

Page 94: ...ir bags Children must always be properly restrained accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failur...

Page 95: ...ll the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the SRS is designed to help reduce...

Page 96: ...the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the status of the system Refer to Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter...

Page 97: ...ner Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Safety Canopy system its fuses the A B or C pillar trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dea...

Page 98: ...llover sensor in the restraints control module RCM The Safety Canopy system in combination with seat belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collisi...

Page 99: ...lateral deceleration or rollover likelihood Several Safety Canopy system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the Safety Canopy system has deployed the Safety Canop...

Page 100: ...chapter for special instructions about air bags Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U S and Canada If small children generally c...

Page 101: ...cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion You may wish to discuss the special needs of your child with your pediatrician Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical conver...

Page 102: ...the shield and use the lap shoulder belt If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head top of ear level above the top of the seat...

Page 103: ...low all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat Never put the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the...

Page 104: ...r use by children up to 48 pounds 22 kg in a child restraint Top tether anchors can be used for children up to 60 pounds 27 kg in a child restraint and to provide upper torso restraint for children up...

Page 105: ...ing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a...

Page 106: ...t seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder por...

Page 107: ...cked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Installing child safety seat in the second row center seating position wi...

Page 108: ...ety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built in tether strap anchors located behind the se...

Page 109: ...to attach the tether hook onto the anchor You may need to pull the seatback forward to access the tether anchors Make sure the seat is locked in the upright position before installing the child seat...

Page 110: ...at you can reach behind the seat and unhook the tether hook For the Adrenalin Edition fixed left rear seat fold the other seat back down so that you can reach around the side of the left seat back wit...

Page 111: ...nchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of...

Page 112: ...ly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to tilt the child seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place If the safety seat i...

Page 113: ...d warning lights will illuminate This is the position the key is in when you re driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine st...

Page 114: ...rtant safety precautions A computer system controls the engine s idle revolutions per minute RPM When the engine starts the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine If the engine i...

Page 115: ...Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly If a light fails to illuminate have the vehicle serviced If the driver s safety belt is fastened the light may not illuminate 1 2 3...

Page 116: ...creased cranking times rough idle or hesitation until the engine has warmed up Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade ethanol Do not crank the engine for more than 30 secon...

Page 117: ...r heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects I...

Page 118: ...ht does not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If your BRAKE warning l...

Page 119: ...ncrease greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points until i...

Page 120: ...earance giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with...

Page 121: ...thout the brake pedal depressed To avoid unwanted vehicle movement always set the parking brake 3 Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it is poss...

Page 122: ...mal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear Start the engine Depress the brake ped...

Page 123: ...ssive shifting from O D to other gears Examples city traffic hilly terrain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission control...

Page 124: ...is type of vehicle see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter Four wheel drive 4WD supplies power to all four wheels 4WD should not be operated on dry pavement driveline damage may occur Util...

Page 125: ...peed Note Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping Shifting to from 4X4 LOW 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 Depress the brake 3 Place the transmission in N Neutral 4 Move...

Page 126: ...k onto the pavement only after reducing your speed Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow...

Page 127: ...sk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel In the event of an emergency stop avoid skiddin...

Page 128: ...LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your...

Page 129: ...ed in mud or water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating dr...

Page 130: ...rol If your vehicle has anti lock brakes apply the brakes steadily Do not pump the brakes Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles can skid like any other vehicle If you start to skid while driving on a s...

Page 131: ...vertheless decide to equip your AWD for off road use with tires larger than what Ford Motor Company recommends you should not use these tires for highway driving If you use any tire wheel combination...

Page 132: ...ts not equivalent to the original factory equipment Do not use aftermarket lift kits or other suspension modifications These could adversely affect the vehicle s handling characteristics which could l...

Page 133: ...optional equipment Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment Payload is the combined weight of cargo and passengers th...

Page 134: ...ch weight the vehicle should carry Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle do not add more cargo even if there is space available Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can c...

Page 135: ...bers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver s door or door pillar The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR Exceeding the Safety Certification Label...

Page 136: ...Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver s door or door pillar The GVW must never exceed the GVWR Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in...

Page 137: ...r or king pin weight of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150 lbs 68 kg Consult your dealership or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership for more detailed information Ton...

Page 138: ...luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from...

Page 139: ...uipment while towing Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure Stay within your vehicle s load limits Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing Refer to Preparing to tow in this chapter...

Page 140: ...er Weight Range 0 Maximum lbs kg 4 0L SOHC All 9600 4354 0 5080 0 2304 Notes For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 1 000 ft 300 meters elevation For definition of terms and instructions on c...

Page 141: ...er Towing Guide Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer t...

Page 142: ...ailer Use a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills Anticipate stops and brake gradually Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent se...

Page 143: ...emoved from the water Camper bodies Your Explorer Sport Trac is not recommended for slide in camper bodies RECREATIONAL TOWING ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND Follow these guidelines for your specific powert...

Page 144: ...th 4WD an accessory is available that allows you to tow your vehicle with unlimited mileage maximum speed of 55 mph 88 km h behind another vehicle with all the wheels on the ground Contact your dealer...

Page 145: ...ty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for...

Page 146: ...s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on the steering column just b...

Page 147: ...ds and return the key to OFF 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS If electrical components are not working a fuse may have blown If a fuses is blown the wire in the fuse will be broken Note...

Page 148: ...ink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is behind the end cover at the left side of the instrume...

Page 149: ...ot used 5 15A Park lamps Autolamps Instrument panel dimming Trailer tow 6 7 5A Cluster 7 7 5A Trailer tow left hand stop turn lamps 8 Not used 9 7 5A Speed control Anti lock Brake System ABS 4x4 Power...

Page 150: ...aytime Running Lamps DRL Reverse lamps PCM 20 Not used 21 Not used 22 20A Instrument panel power point 23 Not used 24 7 5A Starter 25 7 5A Cluster 4x4 26 10A Interior illumination Battery saver 27 7 5...

Page 151: ...er distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section The high current fuses are Fuse Rela...

Page 152: ...ule 19 Not used 20 20A 4x4 motor 21 Not used 22 15A 4x4 module 23 15A Trailer tow 24 10A Powertrain Control Module PCM memory 25 Not used 26 20A Door locks 27 15A Daytime Running Lamps DRL 28 10A A C...

Page 153: ...elay 46B Not used 47A 20A Circuit breaker Windows 47B 20A Circuit breaker Seats 48 Full ISO Window safety relay 49 Full ISO Starter relay 50A Not used 50B 1 2 ISO Fuel pump relay 51 750 Ohm resistor B...

Page 154: ...for temporary use only This means that if you need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were orig...

Page 155: ...tire Under the vehicle just in front of the rear bumper Jack Jack handle jack handle extension wheel lug nut wrench In the passenger side rear cab compartment behind the access door in trim panel Rem...

Page 156: ...lug wrench as shown in the illustration To assemble depress button and slide the pieces together To disassemble depress the button and pull the pieces apart 2 Insert the jack handle into the opening j...

Page 157: ...nsmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission To help prevent the vehicle f...

Page 158: ...im by inserting the flat end of the lug nut wrench under the wheel trim flange then twisting the wrench to pry it off 3 Loosen but do not remove the wheel lug nuts by turning them one half turn counte...

Page 159: ...ur body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire Front Rear 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac p27 Owner...

Page 160: ...order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification 9 Stow the flat tire Refer to Stowing the spare tire 10 Stow the jack and lu...

Page 161: ...her components 6 If removed install the spare tire lock if equipped into the bumper drive tube with the spare tire lock key if equipped and jack handle WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten th...

Page 162: ...function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the ba...

Page 163: ...ged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting batte...

Page 164: ...Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clea...

Page 165: ...in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 R...

Page 166: ...positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn i...

Page 167: ...de assistance program your roadside assistance service provider Ford recommends your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a sli...

Page 168: ...service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sal...

Page 169: ...rborn MI 48121 1 800 521 4140 TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 www customersaskford com In Canada Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1...

Page 170: ...as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires You may purchase Ford ESP from any par...

Page 171: ...for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items alleged pe...

Page 172: ...documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case The year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your vehicle ownership license The date of repair s and mileage at t...

Page 173: ...Dispute Settlement Board P O Box 1424 Waukesha WI 53187 1424 1 800 428 3718 You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center at 1 800 392 3673 Ford TDD for the hearing impaired 1...

Page 174: ...our vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not respo...

Page 175: ...a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal t...

Page 176: ...ic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of v...

Page 177: ...y can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted...

Page 178: ...nation with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or str...

Page 179: ...cle s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes tree sap or other organic contamination To clean these items please follow these tip...

Page 180: ...or trim areas with a damp cloth then dry by wiping with a dry soft clean cloth Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats and safety...

Page 181: ...door drain holes free from packed dirt FORD LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishe...

Page 182: ...Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover ZC 14 Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine ZC 28 Motorcraft Triple Clean ZC 13 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray...

Page 183: ...e unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and s...

Page 184: ...0L SOHC V6 ENGINE 1 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Engine oil dipstick 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Power distribution box 7 Battery 8...

Page 185: ...ol a common windshield washer fluid additive Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off...

Page 186: ...1 Check the engine oil 2 If the engine oil level is below normal range remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level to ensur...

Page 187: ...that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are...

Page 188: ...water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the to...

Page 189: ...and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories...

Page 190: ...g is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FIL...

Page 191: ...engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not inte...

Page 192: ...d corrosion protection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refi...

Page 193: ...lant concentration refer to Checking engine coolant If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 36 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions t...

Page 194: ...drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 Decreased engi...

Page 195: ...l ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fu...

Page 196: ...type identifier 8th character If your vehicle is an FFV then the character will be labeled as a K Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor beer and wine It is distilled fr...

Page 197: ...static build up when filling an ungrounded fuel container Place approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area Keep the fuel pum...

Page 198: ...in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Choosing the right fuel If your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle FFV use only UNLEADED FUEL and E85 FUEL ETHANOL The use of leaded fuel i...

Page 199: ...a loss of vehicle performance and your warranty may be invalidated Fuel quality Many of the world s automakers approved the World wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide i...

Page 200: ...onds If the problems persist below this temperature see your dealer or a qualified service technician Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality...

Page 201: ...due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading wil...

Page 202: ...ture impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Ethanol has less energy per gallon than gasoline Fuel economy will decrease as the percentage of ethanol used is increas...

Page 203: ...which could cause a fire The following signs could indicate a problem with your emission control system Fluid leaks Strange odors Smoke Loss of engine power Illumination of the charging system tempera...

Page 204: ...cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the Check engine Service engine soon light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first a...

Page 205: ...ow the MAX line that do not trigger the brake system warning lamp are within the normal operating range there is no need to add fluid If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the...

Page 206: ...e filler tube until the level is correct at normal operating temperatures Refer to the Lubricant specifications section in this chapter for the correct fluid type The use of any other non approved flu...

Page 207: ...des can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by...

Page 208: ...n performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Tempe...

Page 209: ...Metric tires Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability kPa Kilopascal a metric unit of air pressure PSI Pounds per square inch a stan...

Page 210: ...type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It i...

Page 211: ...ire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification cod...

Page 212: ...enting the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Infl...

Page 213: ...the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lbs kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four t...

Page 214: ...pe tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the tire label You will find a...

Page 215: ...e tire label or certification label If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot i e driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km never bleed or reduce air pressure The tires are hot from driving and it i...

Page 216: ...technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer check the wheel alignment periodically Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corr...

Page 217: ...Wheel Drive RWD vehicles Four Wheel Drive 4WD vehicles front tires at top of diagram Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac p27 Owners Guid...

Page 218: ...igh and low areas or unusually smooth areas Also check for signs of tire damage When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm tires must be replaced to prevent your vehicle from skidding and h...

Page 219: ...Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic This may further damage the flat tire but your safety is more important If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you su...

Page 220: ...650 Oil filter FL 820S PCV valve 1 Spark plugs 2 1 The PCV valve is a critical emission component It is one of the items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide and is essential to the life and per...

Page 221: ...e Brake Fluid All Fill to line on reservoir Engine oil including filter change Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Super Premium Motor Oil All 4 7L 5 0 quarts Fuel tank N A All 85 2L 22 5 gallons Power steering flui...

Page 222: ...terval 2 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be...

Page 223: ...cle Brake Fluid PM 1 ESA M6C25 A and DOT 3 Driveshaft slip spline universal joints Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C or XG 1 T or XG 1 K ESA M1C75 B Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant...

Page 224: ...1 C or XG 1 T or XG 1 K ESA M1C75 B Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A WSB M8B16 A2 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmissio...

Page 225: ...io 9 7 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Dimensions 4 Door inches mm 1 Overall length 205 9 5230 2 Overall width 71 8 1823 3 Vehicle height Maximum height 69 9 1776 70 6 1794 4 Wheelbase 125 9 3198 5 Front track R...

Page 226: ...on label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located The Certification label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of...

Page 227: ...the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if equipped Transmission Transaxle code designations You can find a tran...

Page 228: ...d electric D Automatic 5 speed overdrive 5R44E R Automatic 5 speed overdrive 5R55S Passenger car application Code Transmission Transaxle Description Front wheel drive manual transaxle R 5 speed overdr...

Page 229: ...saxle Description Rear wheel drive automatic transmission U 4 speed overdrive 4R70W A 5 speed overdrive 5R55N 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac p27 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance a...

Page 230: ...onths or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installe...

Page 231: ...afety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories o...

Page 232: ...uipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communicati...

Page 233: ...88 Brakes 117 anti lock 118 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 118 fluid checking and adding 205 fluid refill capacities 221 fluid specifications 223 225 lubricant specifications 223 225 parkin...

Page 234: ...128 snow and ice 130 through water 132 E Emergencies roadside jump starting 162 Emergency Flashers 146 Engine 225 cleaning 178 idle speed control 188 lubrication specifications 223 225 refill capaciti...

Page 235: ...replacing bulbs 40 Heating heating and air conditioning system 33 I Ignition 113 225 Infant seats see Safety seats 103 Instrument panel cleaning 180 cluster 10 J Jump starting your vehicle 162 K Keyl...

Page 236: ...76 Safety restraints 81 83 87 belt minder 88 cleaning the safety belts 91 extension assembly 91 for adults 84 86 for children 100 101 warning light and chime 88 Safety seats for children 103 Seat belt...

Page 237: ...shift interlock BSI 121 fluid refill capacities 221 lubricant specifications 223 225 Trunk 62 Turn signal 38 V Vehicle dimensions 225 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 227 Vehicle loading 133 camper b...

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