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1. Lower the head restraints by
pulling on the strap.

2. Locate the recline handle situated
on the side of the seat cushion by
the door.

3. Pull up on the handle and push
the seatback forward toward the
front of the vehicle.

To return the seat to the upright position (seats not equipped
with E-Z entry):

1. Pull up on the handle, and rotate
the seatback until you hear a click,
locking it in the upright position.

2009 Explorer

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Summary of Contents for 2009 Explorer

Page 1: ...tem 49 Navigation system 81 SYNC 81 Climate Controls 82 Manual heating and air conditioning 82 Automatic temperature control 84 Auxiliary passenger climate control 87 Rear window defroster 88 Lights 89 Headlamps 89 Turn signal control 93 Bulb replacement 94 Driver Controls 100 Windshield wiper washer control 100 Steering wheel adjustment 101 Power windows 105 Mirrors 107 Speed control 111 Message ...

Page 2: ...5 Vehicle loading 260 Trailer towing 267 Recreational towing 273 Driving 274 Starting 274 Brakes 279 Traction Control AdvanceTrac威 282 Transmission operation 289 Reverse sensing system 296 Roadside Emergencies 310 Getting roadside assistance 310 Hazard flasher switch 311 Fuel pump shut off switch 312 Fuses and relays 313 Changing tires 321 Wheel lug nut torque 330 Jump starting 331 Wrecker towing ...

Page 3: ...ions and capacities 392 Engine data 396 Accessories 399 Index 401 All rights reserved 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 written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation...

Page 4: ...ehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump shut off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration...

Page 5: ... certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules seat belt pretensioners and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal See www dts...

Page 6: ...ating and Safety Restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury WARNING Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle This poten...

Page 7: ...endently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you drive your vehicle please read this Owner s Guide carefully Your vehicle is not a passenger car As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may resul...

Page 8: ...tely used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Communication Equipment includes but is not limited to cellular phones pagers portable email devices in vehicle communications systems telematics devices and portable two way radios WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle ...

Page 9: ...plements this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guide is written primarily for the U S and Canadian Markets Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export Refer to this Owner s Guide for all other required informat...

Page 10: ...ther Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction 10 ...

Page 11: ...ant 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 Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Introduction 11 ...

Page 12: ... Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works If any light remains on after starting the vehicle refer to the respective system warning light for additional information Note Some warning lights will display in the message center as words and function the same as the warning light Note Depending on which options your vehicle has some indicators may not be pres...

Page 13: ...n Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible If the light remains on while driving the temperature of the engine may be too high refer to ...

Page 14: ...n is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected Contact ...

Page 15: ...hen the oil pressure falls below the normal range Check the oil level and add oil if needed Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Engine coolant temperature Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high Stop the vehicle as soon as possible switch off the engine and let cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Standard instrume...

Page 16: ... in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Check fuel cap fill inlet if equipped Illuminates when the fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed Continued driving with this light on may cause the service engine soon warning light to come on refer to Easy Fuel no cap fuel system in the Maintenance and Specification chapter Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Speed control if equip...

Page 17: ...ngaged If the light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned on or remains on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any door liftgate or the liftgate glass is open Low fuel if equipped Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter Low washer fluid if equi...

Page 18: ...ened Turn signal warning chime Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 2 miles 3 2 km Parking brake on warning chime Sounds when the parking brake is set the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph 5 km h Message center activation chime Sounds when the following warnings DOOR AJAR LOW FUEL LE...

Page 19: ...nce and Specifications chapter Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the disp...

Page 20: ... Outside air temperature will only be displayed in the instrument cluster message center on vehicles with manual climate control Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the on positi...

Page 21: ...ke a few moments to turn on 2 Press AM FM repeatedly to choose between AM FM1 FM2 frequency bands 3 Press to manually go up down the frequency band Press SEEK to search down up the chosen frequency band for the next strongest station To disengage SEEK mode press 4 Once you are tuned to the desired station press and hold a memory preset 1 6 to save the station PRESET SAVED will appear on the displa...

Page 22: ...channel press and hold a memory preset 1 6 to save the channel PRESET SAVED will appear on the display and the sound will return signifying the station has been saved You can save up to six channels in each six in SAT1 six in SAT2 and six in SAT3 To access your saved channels press the corresponding memory preset The memory preset and the channel name will appear on the display Listening to a CD M...

Page 23: ...u to load discs for the remaining available slots Insert the discs one at a time label side up when prompted Once loaded the last loaded disc will begin to play Note An MP3 disc with folders will show F001 folder T001 track in the display An MP3 disc without folders will show T001 track in the display Refer to MP3 track and folder structure later in this chapter for further information 3 In CD MP3...

Page 24: ...der Press play pause when a CD MP3 is playing to pause the disc CD PAUSE will appear in the display Press again to resume play 4 For a single CD system press to eject the current disc The display will read CD EJECT For an in dash six CD system press and then select the correct slot number using memory presets 1 6 When ready the system will eject the disc and the display will read REMOVE CD If the ...

Page 25: ...d other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the window switches radio and moon roof if equipped may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened 1 Tuner Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency Also use in menu mode to sele...

Page 26: ... OK when the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels Press OK to close and return to the main menu SAVE SONG Press OK to save the currently playing song s title in the system s memory If you try to save somethin...

Page 27: ...display the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on so your other option is to turn them off Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability Setting the clock Press MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES is displayed Use to manua...

Page 28: ...enu Press OK to close and return to the main menu BAL Balance Press MENU to reach the balance setting Use to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers Press OK to close and return to the main menu FADE Press MENU to reach the fade setting Use to adjust the audio between the back B and front F speakers Press OK to close and return to the main menu SPEED VOL Speed sensitive volume if ...

Page 29: ...ngle Play Dual Play please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this chapter 4 AUX Press repeatedly to cycle through FES DVD if equipped LINE IN auxiliary audio mode SYNC if equipped and SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 modes satellite radio if equipped For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter Satellite radio is available o...

Page 30: ...vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features which will require you to confirm commands by pressing OK For further information refer to the SYNC supplement If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System FES please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this chapter 7 SHUFFLE Press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display I...

Page 31: ...trol until sound returns Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 13 TEXT SCAN In radio and CD MP3 mode press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop In MP3 mode press and release to display track title artist name and disc title In satellite radio mode if equipped press and ...

Page 32: ...ency band 15 ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume Note If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 16 CD Press to enter CD MP3 mode If a CD MP3 is already loaded into the system CD MP3 play will begin where it ended last If no CD is loade...

Page 33: ...ot essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the window switches radio and moon roof if equipped may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened 1 Tune Disc selector In radio mode press to manually go up or down the radio frequency Press and hold for ...

Page 34: ... channel Categories Pop Rock News etc Press OK when the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels Press OK to close and return to the main menu SAVE SONG Press OK to save the currently playing song s title in the ...

Page 35: ...SONG ALERTS ENABLED DISABLED will appear in the display The menu listing will display the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on so your other option is to turn them off Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability Setting...

Page 36: ...REB Treble Press MENU to reach the treble setting Use to adjust Press OK to close and return to the main menu BAL Balance Press MENU to reach the balance setting Use to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers Press OK to close and return to the main menu FADE Press MENU to reach the fade setting Use to adjust the audio between the back B and front F speakers Press OK to close and ...

Page 37: ... and return to the main menu SINGLE PLAY DUAL PLAY if equipped If SINGLE PLAY is ON press for DUAL PLAY For further information on Single Play Dual Play please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this chapter 4 AUX Press repeatedly to cycle through FES DVD if equipped LINE IN auxiliary audio mode SYNC if equipped and SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 modes satellite radio if equipped For locati...

Page 38: ...se the current CD DVD The CD DVD status will display in the radio display OK Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features which will require you to confirm commands by pressing OK For further information refer to the SYNC supplement If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System FES please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this chapter 7 SH...

Page 39: ... the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 13 TEXT SCAN In radio and CD MP3 mode press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop In MP3 mode press and release to display track title artist name and disc...

Page 40: ...last If no CD is loaded NO DISC will appear in the display 17 LOAD To load a disc into the system press LOAD Select a slot number using memory presets 1 6 When the display reads LOAD CD load the desired disc label side up If you do not choose a slot within five seconds the system will choose for you Once loaded the first track will begin to play To auto load up to 6 discs press and hold LOAD until...

Page 41: ...rongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so The Auxiliary Input Jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in vehicle audio system This a...

Page 42: ...1 Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control 2 Do not set the portable music player s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system ...

Page 43: ...ory sticks and also to charge devices if they support this feature For further information on this feature refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC supplement or Navigation system supplement GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC Those ...

Page 44: ...xtended periods of time Clean using a circular motion 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 correctly when used in Ford CD players Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide ...

Page 45: ...MP3 disc playback MP3 track mode system default and MP3 folder mode For more information on track and folder mode refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to a maximum of T255 Note The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depe...

Page 46: ...ty of music news sports weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels visit www sirius com in the United States www sirius canada ca in Canada or call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 Satellite radio reception factors To receive the satellite signal your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located...

Page 47: ...nd limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle Use of online media player providing access to all SIRIUS music channels over the internet using any computer connected to the internet U S customers only For information on extended subscription terms contact SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 Note SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change rearrange add or delete p...

Page 48: ...er for service INVALID CHNL Channel no longer available This previously available channel is no longer available Tune to another channel If the channel was one of your presets you may choose another channel for that preset button UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for this channel Contact SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 to subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel NO TEXT Artist informatio...

Page 49: ...uld return UPDATING Update of channel programming in progress No action required The process may take up to three minutes CALL SIRIUS 1 888 539 7474 Satellite service has been deactivated by SIRIUS Satellite Radio Call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 to re activate or resolve subscription issues FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle con...

Page 50: ...on check the disc for finger prints scratches and cleanliness Clean with a soft cloth wiping from center to edge 1 Ensure that the vehicle is on or the ignition is in accessory mode 2 Insert a DVD into the system label side up to turn on the system It will load automatically 3 Press the power button on the DVD player then press Play to begin to play the disc If a DVD is already loaded into the sys...

Page 51: ...automatically begin to play If there is already a CD in the system press PLAY on the DVD player 3 The disc will begin to play and the CD Audio Disc screen will display From this screen you can also select from COMPRESSION SHUFFLE and SCAN features Note navigation based radio systems only When a disc is inserted the FES switches to dual play mode rear speakers turn off and headphones turn on To swi...

Page 52: ... is on or the ignition is in accessory mode 2 Press the power button to turn the DVD system on The indicator light next to the power button will illuminate 3 Connect an auxiliary audio video source by connecting RCA cords not included to the RCA jacks on the left hand side of the system Yellow 1 video input White 2 left channel audio input Red 3 right channel audio input 4 Press MEDIA on the DVD s...

Page 53: ...ese actions will switch back to single play mode all speakers playing and headphones off A green light will illuminate next to either the A or B Headphone Control Button to indicate which channel is active able to be controlled 4 Press MEDIA to change the audio source of the active channel A or B The audio source will be shown on the display You may change the active channel by pressing the A or B...

Page 54: ...Press the power control on the earpiece to turn the headphones ON 2 Select Channel A or B for each set of wireless headphones by using the A B control on the ear piece 3 Adjust the headphone volume using the rotary dial on the earpiece Using wired headphones not included WARNING Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children operate the system while unsupervised If wired h...

Page 55: ...A or B headphone source Then press MEDIA to select the desired playing media for that headset When a headphone channel has been selected A or B selections will affect the source on that channel only Note Headphone A can access any possible media AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD DVD AUX Headphone B can only access DVD and DVD AUX For further information refer to Single play Dual play later in this...

Page 56: ...o cycle through the following video state options which will be indicated on the bottom right hand corner of the display DVD DISC DVD AUX NON DVD and Off no indicator If you select the DVD AUX video source the display will turn off if there is no video signal detected When a video signal is detected on the auxiliary video input and the display is in the DVD AUX video mode the display will automati...

Page 57: ...edly to select from the various possible playing media sources AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD DVD AUX The media will show in the status display on the top of the screen when in Dual Play mode When in Single Play mode the media source will be displayed on the radio Note Channel A can access any possible media source AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD DVD AUX Channel B can only access DVD and DVD ...

Page 58: ...ust the brightness A display bar will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating the brightness levels Remote control Unless otherwise stated all operations can be carried out with the remote control Always point the remote control directly at the player Ensure that there are no obstructions between the remote and player 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems ...

Page 59: ...to the previous menu screen 5 ANGLE DVD dependent Press to select the angle to view the scene 6 Channel A B Press to select either A or B headphones and then use the MEDIA control to select the desired playing media for the headphones 7 VOL Volume When in Single Play press to increase or decrease the volume over all speakers When in Dual Play press to increase or decrease the volume for the wired ...

Page 60: ... MEDIA Press to cycle through the possible media sources AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD LINE IN if equipped DVD AUX Channel B can only access DVD and AUX sources 16 VIDEO Press to cycle through video states DVD DISC DVD AUX NON DVD Off 17 EJECT Press to eject a disc from the FES 18 Fast reverse Previous When a DVD is playing press and hold for a quick reverse within the DVD Press and release fo...

Page 61: ...mited shelf life replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which are supplied with the unit 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 61 ...

Page 62: ...ing and to the road Your FES system is equipped with two sets of battery powered infrared wireless headphones Two AAA batteries are needed to operate the headphones Batteries are included Additional infrared wireless headphones may be purchased for use with the system Also wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on the left and right hand sides of the system Refer to Wired...

Page 63: ...ghtly press down on top and slide the cover off When replacing the batteries use two new batteries alkaline recommended and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entertainment Systems 63 ...

Page 64: ...reless headphones by using the A B selection switch on the ear piece Adjust the volume control to the desired listening level Ensure that the headphones are turned off when not in use After approximately one minute of not being in use no infrared signal is received the wireless headphones will automatically turn off They will also turn off after two hours of continuous use as a power save feature ...

Page 65: ...To listen to the audio on wired headphones not included connect the wired headphones into the headphone jacks on the sides of the DVD system The wired headphone jack for Channel A is located on the left side of the FES and is labeled A Headphones plugged into this headphone jack will hear audio from the audio source selected to be the Channel A source The wired headphone jack for Channel B is loca...

Page 66: ...ote If the front seat passengers are listening to the radio the rear seat passengers can also listen to the radio however they will be limited to listening to the same radio channel There are two ways to get into dual play mode 1 After initially turning ignition on when a disc is inserted the FES immediately switches to dual play mode 2 Press the headphone speaker button on the DVD player or navig...

Page 67: ...sten to another over the headphones DUAL PLAY will appear in the radio display When both the front seat passengers and the rear seat passengers listen to the same audio source SHARED MODE will appear on the radio Note If the front seat passengers are listening to the radio the rear seat passengers can also listen to the radio however they will be limited to listening to the same radio channel Pres...

Page 68: ...etects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle the Family Entertainment System will work in a state referred to as Headphone Only Mode While operating in Headphone Only Mode the system will have limited functionality The system will only output audio to the headphones It will not be capable of providing audio to the speakers The available sources in...

Page 69: ... ANGLE to select various angles of view for the DVD This is disc dependent some DVD discs may have more viewing angles to select from Once you have made your selection press ENTER to confirm The system default is Angle 1 Aspect ratio Select ASPECT RATIO to select the viewing size and shape of the video displayed on the LCD screen This is disc dependent 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing U...

Page 70: ...he system default is WIDE 16 9 Language Select LANGUAGE to select the language you would like to use for audio output English Spanish French This is disc dependent Once you have made your selection press ENTER to confirm The system default is English Subtitles Select SUBTITLES to turn the subtitle option on or off The system default is OFF 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Entert...

Page 71: ...ave highlighted the desired track or function press ENTER on the DVD bezel to confirm your selection COMP Compression Compression brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode Press to turn the feature on off SHUFFLE Press to hear all tracks on the current CD in random order Press again to stop SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the c...

Page 72: ...e Disc type Some CD RW discs may operate inconsistently and may cause an error message to appear We recommend burning MP3 files onto CD R discs Disc finalization The disc may be left open for the purpose of adding sessions to it at a later time but be sure to close each session or the disc will not play Bit rate The player supports bit rates from 32 320 kbps as well as variable bit rate MP3 files ...

Page 73: ...playback is extremely harmful to the eyes The FES DVD system is designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm 4 75 in audio compact discs and digital versatile discs DVD DVD R and R W discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD and DVD players Irregular shaped CDs or DVDs CDs or DVDs with a scratch pro...

Page 74: ... mode to navigate through the menu selections Press to adjust volume levels Slow play 1 With a DVD playing press pause 2 Press and hold the reverse or advance button to enter into slow play mode Once in slow play mode press and release the reverse or advance button repeatedly to cycle through 1 4 and 1 2 These will display on the status bar on top of the screen as the screens cycle through at this...

Page 75: ...ill listen to the media selected on the Channel A source When you need to make any adjustments to the media volume etc ensure that the Channel A source is highlighted Also located here are the various auxiliary jacks which can be used to plug in a VCR camcorder video games etc The specific jacks are as follows 1 Yellow video input 2 White left channel audio input 3 Red right channel audio input 4 ...

Page 76: ... few different ways The DVD system is automatically activated when the vehicle ignition is ON which allows the rear seat passengers to use the DVD system There are three levels of control of the FES buttons The states are FULL enabled LOCAL or LOCKED disabled To change the level of control press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio controls The control level will cy...

Page 77: ...roduct incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision ...

Page 78: ...ords and seriously injure themselves WARNING The front glass on the liquid crystal display LCD flip down screen may break when hit with a hard surface If the glass breaks do not touch the liquid crystalline material In case of contact with skin wash immediately with soap and water WARNING The driver should not attempt to operate any function of the DVD system while the vehicle is in motion Give fu...

Page 79: ...sonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference and radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful in...

Page 80: ...ult a qualified service technician Cleaning the liquid crystal display LCD flip down screen Clean the display screen by applying a small amount of water or any ammonia based household glass cleaner directly to a soft cloth Rub the screen gently until the dust dirt or fingerprints are removed Do not spray the screen directly with water or glass cleaning solvents Overspray from these fluids could dr...

Page 81: ...Mode both headphone channels A and B will be connected to FES DISC NAVIGATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system Refer to the Navigation system supplement for further information SYNC IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC a hands free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features For more information please refer to...

Page 82: ...ents Note Some airflow will come out of the small vents near the side windows Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents Note Some airflow will come out of the small vents near the side windows Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents 3 A C Press to turn A C on off Uses outside air to cool the vehicle Air flows primarily from the instrument...

Page 83: ...erformance in panel mode Select MAX A C mode MAX A C uses recirculated air with A C to provide a cooler airflow Move the temperature control to the coolest setting Set the fan to the highest speed initially then adjust in order to maintain comfort To allow side window defogging and demisting while warming up the vehicle cabin 1 Select 2 Select A C 3 Set the temperature control to maintain comfort ...

Page 84: ...l zone press the passenger temperature control or DUAL The passenger temperature will appear in the display 4 Rear defroster control Removes ice and fog from the rear window Press to turn on off 5 DUAL Single dual electric temperature control Allows the driver to have full control of the cabin temperature settings single zone or allows the passenger to have control of their individual temperature ...

Page 85: ... desired temperature shown in the display window The system will automatically determine the fan speed the direction of the airflow outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to the selected temperature 13 Manual override controls Allows you to manually determine where airflow is directed To return to fully automatic control press AUTO 14 Driver s side temperature control Controls the...

Page 86: ... driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling for extended periods of time in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C position adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting turn off the rear A C unit and put the vehicle s transmission into the P Park to continue to receive cool air from your A C system For maximum cooling performance Select and A C and recirculated ...

Page 87: ... the third row seating directs air to the overhead registers of the second and third row seating The selected mode will illuminate on the temperature control 3 Fan control Determines fan speed levels If your vehicle is equipped with the front Dual Automatic Temperature Control DATC system when the front system is turned off the fan and heat mode will operate and A C will be unavailable FLOOR CONSO...

Page 88: ...e when the rear defroster is activated The ignition must be in the on position to operate the rear window defroster The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to off or the accessory position To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed push the control again R 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Climate Controls 88 ...

Page 89: ...the lamps automatically at night turn off the lamps automatically during the daylight keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after the key is turned to off To turn the autolamps on rotate the control counterclockwise to Note With autolamps your vehicle has a windshield wiper rainlamp feature When the headlamp control is in the autolamp position and the windshield wipers are turned on during day...

Page 90: ...ate DRL the ignition must be in the on position and the headlamp control is in the or position the transmission is not in P Park WARNING Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under t...

Page 91: ...feature When the control is in the far left position it acts as a dome lamp defeat override Note If the battery is disconnected discharged or a new battery is installed the dimmer switch requires re calibration Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome on position to reset This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions AIMING THE HEADLAMPS ...

Page 92: ...easure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground 2 and mark an 8 foot 2 4 m long horizontal line on the plain surface 1 at this height masking tape works well 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps The brightest part of the light should be below the horizontal line 4 If it is above the line the headlamp will need to be adjusted 4 Open the hood 5 Locate the vertical adjuster for each head...

Page 93: ...r switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off The reading portion the two outer lights can only be toggled on and off at the lamp The front map lamps are located in the overhead console if equipped Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to activate the lamps 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fu...

Page 94: ...ng as 48 hours under dry weather conditions Examples of acceptable condensation are Presence of thin mist no streaks drip marks or droplets Fine mist covers less than 50 of the lens Examples of unacceptable moisture usually caused by a lamp water leak are Water puddle inside the lamp Large water droplets drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your vehicle to dealer for serv...

Page 95: ...lamp 1 912 906 Front door courtesy lamp 1 168 Map lamps 2 168 T10 Ashtray lamp 1 161 Visor vanity lamp Slide on rail system SOR 2 A6224PF All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your authorized dealer Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of the bulbs frequently To replace any of the interior bulbs see a dealer or qualified tech...

Page 96: ...connector 4 Remove the old bulb by turning counterclockwise and pull it out WARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA...

Page 97: ...ate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly 4 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Replacing tail brake turn backup lamp bulbs 1 Turn the headlamp switch off and open the liftgate 2 Remove the two bolts from the lamp assembly 3 Remove the lamp assembly 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights 97 ...

Page 98: ... turning it counterclockwise 3 Disconnect the electrical connector Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is off 2 Remove the lamp assembly by depressing the small tab and rocking the lamp assembly out 3 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out Reverse steps to reinstall bu...

Page 99: ...p assembly away from the vehicle 2 Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Lights 99 ...

Page 100: ... is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield always use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers Windshield wiper rainlamp feature if equipped with Autolamp When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight ...

Page 101: ...e steering column tilt lock With the lever in the down position tilt the steering column and wheel to its desired orientation Do not push or pull the lever while tilting the wheel Lift the lever back to its original position to lock the steering column WARNING Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor...

Page 102: ...nto the headliner visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package Storage compartment Press the latch to open the storage compartment 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls 102 ...

Page 103: ...e back of the door as needed Close the door Press the depression in the door to activate the transmitter CENTER CONSOLE 1 Cupholders 2 Tissue holder in lid 3 Rear power point 4 Large utility compartment has an exterior power point in front of the lid and inside the compartment has coin holder slots a power point AIJ Audio Input Jack USB port and a business credit card holder The rear side of the c...

Page 104: ...sert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty The auxiliary power points are located on the front of the center console inside the utility compartment and on the rear of the console accessible from the rear ...

Page 105: ... periods Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Cigar Cigarette lighter if equipped Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating this will damage the lighter element and socket The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used Note Improper use of the...

Page 106: ...quickly The window will open fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation If the switch is pressed and held to the normal close or ONE TOUCH UP position during a ONE TOUCH DOWN event the window will stop If after 1 2 second the switch is still held the window will perform a normal close or ONE TOUCH UP To operate ONE TOUCH UP Pull the switch completely up to the ...

Page 107: ...window will stop For example this can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the window or seals Window 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 right side of the control Press the left side to restore the window controls Accessory delay With accessory delay the audio system power wi...

Page 108: ... The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse to ensure a bright clear view when backing up Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products EXTERIO...

Page 109: ... narrow space like an automatic car wash Heated outside mirrors if equipped Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Do not clean the housing or glass of any mir...

Page 110: ...tow The running boards will return to the stowed position after a two second delay once doors are closed Manual power deploy To manually operate the running boards refer to the Message center in this chapter This feature can manually set the running boards in the deployed position for access to the roof or when washing your vehicle When running boards are manually set in the deployed position OUT ...

Page 111: ...s running board motors or the running board under body mounts to lift the vehicle with the jack refer to Changing tires in the Roadside Emergencies chapter WARNING In extreme climates excessive ice buildup may occur causing the running boards not to deploy Be sure that the running boards have deployed and have finished moving before attempting to step on them Note The running boards will resume no...

Page 112: ...ator pedal 5 The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving 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 h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage 2009 Exp...

Page 113: ...amounts by 1 mph or 2 km h Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET control to operate the Tap Down function Press and ...

Page 114: ...rols allow you to operate some radio control features Audio control features Press MEDIA to select AM FM1 FM2 SAT1 SAT2 or SAT3 Satellite Radio mode if equipped CD if equipped DVD FES if equipped LINE IN Auxiliary input jack In AM FM1 or FM2 mode Press SEEK to select preset stations within the selected radio band or press and hold to select the next previous radio frequency In Satellite radio mode...

Page 115: ...ICE briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voice command feature Press VOICE to complete a voice command For further information on the Navigation system refer to the Navigation System supplement SYNC system hands free control feature if equipped Press VOICE briefly until the voice icon appears on the display to use the voice command feature You will hear a tone ...

Page 116: ...er information on the Navigation system SYNC system refer to the Navigation System and SYNC supplements MOON ROOF IF EQUIPPED The moon roof control is located on the overhead console WARNING Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle They may seriously hurt themselves WARNING When closing the moon roof you should verify that it is free of obstructions a...

Page 117: ...ontrol the moon roof will move to the vent position automatically from any moon roof position Press the switch again to stop the moon roof Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moon roof The moon roof has a built in sliding shade that can be manually opened or closed when the glass panel is shut To close the shade pull it toward the front of the vehicle Accessory delay With accessory delay t...

Page 118: ...800 355 3515 Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming procedures i e new HomeLink威 equipped vehicle purchase It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed Homelink威 buttons be erased for security purposes refer to Programming in this section Programming Do not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage Note Som...

Page 119: ...or light stays on constantly programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed and released If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Programming Steps 4 through 6 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 4 At the garage door opener receiver mo...

Page 120: ...ng Step 1 outlined in the Programming section replace Step 2 with the following Note If programming a garage door opener or gate operator it is advised to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent overheating Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button note Step 2 in the Programming section while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter until the f...

Page 121: ... trained product garage door gate operator security system entry door lock or home or office lighting etc For convenience the hand held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time In the event that there are still programming difficulties contact HomeLink威 at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driver Controls 121 ...

Page 122: ... at any time beginning with Step 1 in the Programming section Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button Do NOT release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the HomeLink威 button follow Step 1 in the Programming...

Page 123: ...econds Info menu This menu displays the following control displays Odometer Trip Odometer Trip A and Trip B Distance to Empty Average Fuel Economy Setup Menu System check Odometer Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter Distance to empty DTE Selecting this function from the INFO MENU estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under no...

Page 124: ...erences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service stations Variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press the ...

Page 125: ...system to the LOCKED mode 3 Press the SELECT RESET control switch for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than four seconds to return to the INFO MENU Note When the AWD system is in the LOCKED mode the 4X4 indicator will be illuminated System check Press and hold the SELECT RESET control switch to select SYSTEM CHECK when SYSTEM CHECK HOLD RESET is displayed in the message center Selecting t...

Page 126: ...LECT RESET control switch for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than four seconds to return to the INFO MENU Language Note When entering the SETUP MENU and a non English language has been selected PRESS RESET FOR ENGLISH will be displayed to change back to English 1 Select this function from the SETUP MENU for the current language to be displayed 2 Press and hold the SELECT RESET control t...

Page 127: ...ar and when the vehicle is in motion over 13 mph 20 km h or higher 1 To disable enable the autolock feature select this function from the SETUP MENU 2 Press and hold the SELECT RESET control switch to turn the autolock feature ON or OFF 3 Press the SELECT RESET control switch for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than four seconds to return to the INFO MENU Autounlock This feature automati...

Page 128: ...the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway 1 To disable enable the trailer sway feature select this function from the SETUP menu for the current display mode 2 Press and hold the SELECT RESET control to turn the trailer sway ON or OFF Oil Life Reset and Start Value To reset the oil monitoring system to 100 after each oil change approximately 7 500 miles 12 000 km or six months perfo...

Page 129: ...r display The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still app...

Page 130: ...tinue to press the reset button until the correct zone appears in the message center display 6 After four seconds ZONE XX IS SET will appear in the message center display 7 The display will return to normal operation The zone is now updated Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off a...

Page 131: ...show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message Warning messages are divided into four categories They cannot be cleared until th...

Page 132: ...re monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Trailer sway reduce speed Temporary alert For 4x4 low stop vehicle if equipped For 4x4 low shift to N if equipped To exit 4x4 low stop vehicle if equipped To exit 4x4 low shift to N if equipped DOOR AJAR Displayed when a door is not completely closed REMOVE OBJECTS NEAR PASS SEAT Displayed when objects are by the passenger seat After the objects are move...

Page 133: ...ystem is not operating properly If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible CHECK PARK AID if equipped Displayed when the transmission is in R Reverse and the Reverse Sensing System Park Aid is disabled Refer to Reverse Sensing System Park Aid in this section to enable LOW TIRE PRESSURE Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low...

Page 134: ...TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED Displayed when your trailer starts to sway when towing Refer to Trailer sway control in the Driving chapter for more information FOR 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE if equipped Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is moving For more information refer to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the Driving chapter FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N if equipped Displayed when 4X4 LOW ...

Page 135: ...stem will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by an indicator chime Your display can show up to six reconfigurable telltales at one time What ever is displayed in the top left corner has the highest priority Selectable features Reset Press the RESET control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu SETUP menu text warnings and reconfi...

Page 136: ...ing conditions Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL and sound a tone for one second when you have approximately 50 miles 80 km to empty If you RESET this warning message this display and tone will return within 10 minutes DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy which is ...

Page 137: ...ontrol system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press the RESET control press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the function after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings Instantaneous fuel economy Select this function from the INFO menu to display your instantaneous fuel ...

Page 138: ...ease RESET in order to start the timer 2 Press and release RESET to pause the timer 3 Press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the timer to zero Blank display Select this function from the INFO menu to turn the upper two lines of the message center display off Setup menu Press the SETUP control twice for the following displays System Check AWD Lock 4 6L engine vehicles only Units Eng...

Page 139: ...or more than four seconds to return to the INFO menu Note When the AWD system is in the LOCKED mode the 4X4 indicator will be illuminated System check Selecting this function from the SETUP MENU causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored For each of the monitored systems the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for two seconds P...

Page 140: ...nguage has been selected PRESS RESET FOR ENGLISH will be displayed to change back to English 1 Select this function from the SETUP MENU for the current language to be displayed 2 Press the RESET control to cycle the message center through each of the language choices to the desired language Selectable languages are English Spanish French Japanese or Arabic 3 Press the RESET control for the next SE...

Page 141: ...n over 13 mph 20 km h or higher 1 To disable enable the autolock feature select this function from the SETUP MENU 2 Press the RESET control to turn the autolock feature ON or OFF 3 Press the RESET control for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than four seconds to return to the INFO menu Autounlock This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver s door is opened within ...

Page 142: ...F the running boards will remain IN regardless of the doors being open closed 3 Press the RESET control for the next SETUP MENU item or wait for more than four seconds to return to the INFO menu Easy entry exit seat if equipped This feature automatically moves the drivers seat backwards for easy exit from the vehicle 1 To disable enable the easy exit seat feature select this function from the SETU...

Page 143: ...tic or metallic objects placed in on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass zone calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have ...

Page 144: ...he message center display changes to show the current zone setting XX 6 Press the RESET control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center The range of zone values are from 01 to 15 and wraps back to 01 7 Wait four seconds when correct zone is chosen 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 91011 12 13 14 15 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 145: ...2 Press RESET for calibration 3 Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph 5 km h until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED It will take up to five circles to complete calibration 4 The compass is now calibrated Oil life Setup and Start Value To reset the oil monitoring system to 100 after each oil change approximately 7 500 miles 12 000 km or six mont...

Page 146: ...nt of a multiple warning situation the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message W...

Page 147: ...ssure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Trailer sway reduce speed Temporary alert For 4x4 low stop vehicle if equipped For 4x4 low shift to N if equipped To exit 4x4 low stop vehicle if equipped To exit 4x4 low shift to N if equipped DOOR AJAR Displayed when a door is not completely closed REMOVE OBJECTS NEAR PASS SEAT Displayed when objects are by the passenger seat After the objects are m...

Page 148: ...nsmission is in R Reverse and the Reverse Sensing System Park Aid is disabled Refer to Reverse Sensing System Park Aid in this section to enable LOW TIRE PRESSURE Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctionin...

Page 149: ...Trailer sway control in the Driving chapter for more information FOR 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE if equipped Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is moving For more information refer to Using the Control Trac 4WD system in the Driving chapter FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N if equipped Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected and the vehicle is stopped For more information refer to Using the Control Tra...

Page 150: ... the installation procedure CARGO COVER IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area cover that covers the luggage compartment of your vehicle To install the cover Push both ends of the cover into the depressions right side first in the trim panels behind the second row seat WARNING To reduce the risk of injuries the cargo area cover must be properly installed on the rear trim panels...

Page 151: ...ssenger stowage When the lid is open it will stand up on its own 1 To open lift the release handle and the lid 2 To close lower the lid lift the release handle and press down on the lid REAR LIFTGATE The liftgate area is only intended for cargo not passengers You can open and close the liftgate from outside the vehicle It cannot be opened from inside the cargo area 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1...

Page 152: ...before opening liftgate Liftgate glass and liftgate should never be open at the same time Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle WARNING Make sure the liftgate door and or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle This will also reduce the risk of passengers and cargo falling out LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle is equipp...

Page 153: ...ecrease wind noise Ford Motor Company recommends loading the roof rack only when equipped with optional crossbars to avoid unintended damage to the roof panel WARNING Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle WARNING Vehic...

Page 154: ...osition the driver s door will automatically unlock if it is locked using the lock control on the driver s door panel while the driver s door is open Autolock The autolock feature will lock all the doors liftgate and liftgate window when all doors are closed the ignition is in the on position you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph ...

Page 155: ...osed and remain closed throughout the configuration process 1 Turn the ignition to the on position 2 Press the power door unlock control three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on to the off position 4 Press the power door unlock control three times 5 Turn the ignition back to the on position The horn will chirp 6 Press the unlock control then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if au...

Page 156: ...ot autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked before the driver door is opened Deactivating activating autounlock Your vehicle comes with the autounlock feature activated There are four methods to enable disable this feature Through your authorized dealer or Performing the power door lock control procedure or Performing the keyless entry keypad if equipped procedure or Performing the...

Page 157: ...m the procedure is complete Keyless entry keypad procedure 1 Turn the ignition to the off position 2 Close all doors the liftgate and liftgate window 3 Enter 5 digit entry code 4 Press and hold the 3 4 While holding the 3 4 press the 7 8 twice 5 Release the 7 8 6 Release the 3 4 The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate ...

Page 158: ... 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated you must wait 30 seconds Note All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration process 1 Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the on position 2 Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on position to the ...

Page 159: ... with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The ty...

Page 160: ... seconds to unlock the passenger doors the liftgate and liftgate glass The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the off position One step door unlocking If the one step door unlocking feature is activated press and release once to unlock all of the doors the liftgate and liftgate glass Note The interior lamps will illuminate refer to the...

Page 161: ...locate your vehicle rather than using the panic alarm Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm The horn will sound and the parklamps will flash for a maximum of three minutes Press again or turn the ignition to the on position to deactivate or wait for the alarm to timeout in three minutes Note The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position Memory seats adjust...

Page 162: ...ver s door panel 2 Within five seconds press any control on the remote transmitter which you would like to deactivate and then press the SET control on the lower center portion of the instrument panel 3 Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent To replace the ...

Page 163: ...y transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters maximum of six available...

Page 164: ... the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if the ignition is turned to the accessory or on position or the remote transmitter ...

Page 165: ...s to ensure a good activation Programming a personal entry code Up to three personal entry codes may be programmed to the vehicle To create your own personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code 2 Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other 4 Press 1 2 3 4 or 5 6 to indicate which of the three p...

Page 166: ...osition Unlocking and locking the doors liftgate and liftgate window using keyless entry To unlock the driver s door enter the factory set 5 digit code or one of the vehicle s personal codes Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other The interior lamps will illuminate To unlock all doors and liftgate press the 3 4 control within five seconds To open the liftgate window press the...

Page 167: ...ff remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine Note Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle Anti theft indicator The anti theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel When the ignition is in the off position the indicator will flash once every two seconds to indicate the ...

Page 168: ...s A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle Only use SecuriLock keys You must have two previously programmed coded keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine and the new unprogrammed key s readily accessible If two previously programmed coded keys are not available you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key s programmed Please read and understan...

Page 169: ...in the 3 on position for at least three seconds but not more than 10 seconds 9 Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If the key was not successfully programmed it will not start your vehicle s engine and the theft indicator...

Page 170: ... become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the head restraint is placed in its proper position The driver...

Page 171: ...aint Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position WARNING The adjustable head restraint is a safety device Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is ...

Page 172: ...justable head restraint do the following 1 Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down until it locks Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position 20...

Page 173: ...nd low across the hips Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event o...

Page 174: ...ARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the de...

Page 175: ...ndicator lamp for proper airbag status Refer to Front passenger sensing system section for additional details Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cush...

Page 176: ...oning of the driver seat and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions The memory seat control is located on the lower center portion of the instrument panel To program position 1 move the driver seat and pedals if equipped to the desired position using the associated controls Press the SET control The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate While the light is illuminated press c...

Page 177: ...nition cylinder If the seat is located less than 2 inches 5 cm from the front of the seat track the seat will travel up to 1 4 inch 64 cm to the front of the seat track The easy out feature automatically moves the driver s seat 2 inches 5 cm backward when the transmission is in P Park the key is removed from the ignition cylinder If the seat is located less than 2 inches 5 cm from the rear of the ...

Page 178: ...y entry exit feature is activated Steps 2 through 6 must be performed within a 20 second period The easy entry exit feature will be deactivated Repeating the above process will also reactivate the easy entry exit feature Heated seats if equipped WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaust...

Page 179: ...in to deactivate REAR SEATS To have an unobstructed rear view you can fold down the second and third row head restraints Refer to the Folding down the 2nd row 60 40 seats and bucket seats and 3rd row folding seat if equipped sections later in this chapter 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 179 ...

Page 180: ...raint locks into place Lift gently to ensure it is locked into place Refer to Safety seats for children later in this chapter WARNING If the head restraint has been removed from a seating position to accommodate a high back child restraint the head restraint must be re installed prior to use of the seat by any other occupant in order to reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of a collisio...

Page 181: ...on the handle and push the seatback forward toward the front of the vehicle To return the seat to the upright position seats not equipped with E Z entry 1 Pull up on the handle and rotate the seatback until you hear a click locking it in the upright position 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 181 ...

Page 182: ...e occupied lift up on the head restraint until it locks into its original position WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or...

Page 183: ...ht position until the seat is returned from the kneel down position To return the seat to the upright position 1 Push the seat rearward until the latch is engaged Use the cushion or seatback to return to the fold down position Do not use the recliner handle as it could cause damage to the handle 2 Return the seatback to the upright position Adjusting the 2nd row seat for E Z Entry The E Z entry se...

Page 184: ...the seat to the upright position Note To return the seat from its tumbled position to its upright position its rear legs should first be latched to the floor by dumping the seat down into position The interlock mechanism will not allow the release of the seatback until the seat s rear legs are fully latched to the floor Once the rear legs are fully latched the interlock will release the seatback a...

Page 185: ... may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Note In vehicles equipped with 3rd row seats the 2nd row recline unlatch handle on the outboard sides of both 60 and 40 seats should not be used as a grab handle to raise the entire seat up from cargo mode kneeling position or to lower it from its tumbled position This handle is there only to recline the seat back and to unlatch the ...

Page 186: ...owards the front seat 3 Follow the directions above to return the seatback from the load floor and to the upright position 3rd row folding seat if equipped Before folding the third row seats fold the head restraints down by pulling on the strap located under the restraint Pull up on the handle located behind the seatback while pushing the seatback forward and down into the seat cushion 2009 Explor...

Page 187: ...t may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision 3rd row power folding seat if equipped Note Be sure that head restraints are folded down before powering the 3rd row seat down The control buttons are located on the driver side rear quarter trim panel accessible from the liftgate area Push the bottom portion of the control button to lower the desired seatback 2009 Explorer exp Owne...

Page 188: ...the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System姞 The Personal Safety System威 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduc...

Page 189: ...ng with the system Rather it means the Personal Safety System威 determined the accident conditions crash severity belt usage etc were not appropriate to activate these safety devices Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration Driver and passenger dual s...

Page 190: ...ild seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back WARNING Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the front passenger airbag and passenger s...

Page 191: ...nstrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System威 is not required The Restraints Control Module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safe...

Page 192: ... to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific s...

Page 193: ...sembly that is designed to extend the safety belt webbing in a controlled manner This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user s chest WARNING BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor ass...

Page 194: ...t 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 of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Webbing extraction sensitive mode The webbing sensitive locking mode locks the webbing and preve...

Page 195: ...fer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter How to use the automatic locking mode Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode H...

Page 196: ...le is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and right front passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against the occupant s body at the start of the crash When the Safety Canopy威 system seat mounted side airbags and or the front airbags are activated the safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger seating posit...

Page 197: ...ocked in place WARNING Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Second row comfort guide The second row outboard lap shoulder belt is equipped with a belt comfort guide This guide is attached to the qu...

Page 198: ...afety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended WARNING Do not use extensi...

Page 199: ...The Belt Minder威 feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning To avoid activating the Belt Minder威 feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat warnings will only be given to large front seat occupants as determined by the front passenger sensing system Both the driver s a...

Page 200: ...e elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The Belt Minder威 feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The driver s or front passenger s safety belt becomes unbuckled for approximately 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling...

Page 201: ...ght as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts ...

Page 202: ... seating position the Belt Minder威 is disabled for the current ignition cycle The Belt Minder威 feature will enable during the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for approximately 30 seconds Confirmation is not given for the one time disable Deactivating activating the Belt Minder姞 feature The driver and front passenger Belt Minder威 are deactivated activated independent...

Page 203: ... seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off 3 For the seating position being disabled at a moderate speed buckle then unbuckle the safety belt nine times ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off After Step 3 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within approximately seven seconds ...

Page 204: ...le including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s ch...

Page 205: ...empt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING Modifications to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure and non Ford tow hooks may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle with anything ...

Page 206: ...back How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the ...

Page 207: ...uries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation...

Page 208: ...der certain conditions The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or disabled will not inflate The front passenger sensing system will disable will not inflate the fro...

Page 209: ...ront passenger frontal airbag is disabled If the child restraint has been installed and the indicator lamp is not lit then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s instructions The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system s...

Page 210: ...erly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the fron...

Page 211: ...e clear objects by pass seat warning is displaying in the message center Refer to Message center in the Driver controls chapter The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the front passenger sensing system The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above WARNIN...

Page 212: ...amp is no longer illuminated If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated this may or may not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center ...

Page 213: ...e front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision WARNING Do not use accessory seat covers The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident WARNING Do not lean your head on the d...

Page 214: ... impact collision The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated If the front passenger sensing system detects an empty seat the front passenger seat mounted side airbag will be deactivated The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to fu...

Page 215: ...quipment on or near the headliner at the siderail that may come into contact with a deploying Safety Canopy威 Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision WARNING Do not lean your head on the door The Safety Canopy威 could injure you as it deploys from the headliner WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Safety Canopy威 syst...

Page 216: ...opy威 The Safety Canopy威 system consists of the following An inflatable nylon curtain with an inflator concealed behind the headliner and above the doors one on each side of the vehicle A headliner that will flex to open above the side doors to allow Safety Canopy威 deployment The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Two side crash sensors mounted a...

Page 217: ...py威 is designed to inflate between the side window area and occupants to further enhance protection provided in side impact collisions and rollover events The fact that the Safety Canopy威 system did not activate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation The Safety Canopy威 is designed to inflat...

Page 218: ...Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision or rollover event S O S Post Crash Alert The S O S Post Crash Alert automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag front side side curtain or Safety Canopy威 or the safety belt pretensioners The S O S Post Cras...

Page 219: ...ganizations or are the minimum requirements of law Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http...

Page 220: ...ed by child restraint manufacturer Use a vehicle safety belt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips shoulder belt centered across the shoulder and chest and seatback upright You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height...

Page 221: ... should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat WARNING Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child s size height weight or...

Page 222: ...ended in your vehicle Transporting children Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their age height and weight All children are shaped differently The child height age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA provides education and training to ensure th...

Page 223: ...ing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Airbags can kill or injure a child in a ...

Page 224: ...he head restraint has been removed from a seating position to accommodate a high back child restraint the head restraint must be re installed prior to use of the seat by any other occupant in order to reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seat...

Page 225: ...w Perform the following steps when installing the child seat with combination lap shoulder belts Note Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt toget...

Page 226: ...ue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out 6 Allow the belt to retract to remove slack The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 7 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automa...

Page 227: ...heck this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than 1 inch 2 5 cm of movement for proper installation 11 Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST to make certain the child restraint is properly installed Attaching child safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHild...

Page 228: ...e information Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the following seating positions In addition six passenger and seven passenger LATCH lower anchor positions are marked with the child seat symbol 5 passenger vehicle 6 passenger vehicle 7 passenger vehicle WARNING Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enou...

Page 229: ...straps Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown Plastic LATCH guides can be obtained from an authorized dealer They snap onto the LATCH lower anchors in the seat to help attach a child seat with rigid attachments The guides hold the seat trim away to expose the anchor and make it easier...

Page 230: ...at manufacturer s instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced at least as far apart as those in this vehicle If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments and have attached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug ...

Page 231: ...ped with built in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view 5 passenger vehicle For the center seat use either of the two tether anchors cargo tie downs in the scuff plate along the back edge of the floor 6 passenger vehicle 7 passenger vehicle Attach the tether strap only to the appr...

Page 232: ...estraint posts otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback 2 Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position When placing a child safety seat in the 2nd row center seating position of the 5 passenger vehicle the tether straps may be attached to either of the tether anchors located at the rear of the cargo area Behind 2nd row seat At the rear of the cargo area 200...

Page 233: ...cle Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection children who have outgrown a typical child seat are still too small for lap shoulder belts to fit properly and wearing an improperly fitted vehicle safety belt could increase the risk of serious injury in a crash To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford Motor Company re...

Page 234: ...ncial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or 80 lb 36 kg Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion Can the child...

Page 235: ...ackless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately support...

Page 236: ...the child s hips If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s he...

Page 237: ...f equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a col...

Page 238: ...ly load your vehicle and Make sure every passenger is properly restrained WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt All occupants must wear seat belts and children infants must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection Study your Owner s Guide and any supplements for specific information about eq...

Page 239: ...erconfident in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations it won t stop any faster than two wheel drive vehicles Always drive at a safe speed How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways Your vehicle may be Higher to allow ...

Page 240: ...imum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires light truck or LT type tires tires with nominal rim diam...

Page 241: ...aning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing 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 Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temp...

Page 242: ...etric unit of air pressure PSI Pounds per square inch a standard unit of air pressure Cold inflation pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 1 6 km Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located ...

Page 243: ... It also may result in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compl...

Page 244: ...nd the air pressure inside to go up as you drive 2 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve and measure the pressure 3 Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure Note If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repeat t...

Page 245: ...e spare frequently and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning Built in treadwear indicators or wear bars which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to 1 16th...

Page 246: ...es and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last...

Page 247: ...g replacement tires and wheels you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated re lubricate and try again When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi 1 38 bar greater than the maximum pressure on the tire sidewall the following pre...

Page 248: ...he tires spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds WARNING Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway Drive slowly to the closest ...

Page 249: ...with an independent rear suspension if equipped may require alignment of all four wheels The tires should also be balanced periodically An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle will help your tires wear more evenly providing...

Page 250: ...he fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall Information on P type tires P215 65R15 95H is an example of a tire size load index and speed rating The definitions of these items are listed below Note that the tire size load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this ...

Page 251: ...ay operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions The ratings range from 81 mph 130 km h to 186 mph 299 km h These ratings are listed in the following chart Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law Letter rating Speed rating mph km h M 81 mph 130 km h N...

Page 252: ...or the edge of the driver s door for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle 12 Treadwear Traction and Temperature Grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a t...

Page 253: ...es do not apply to this type of tire 1 LT Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T RA that is intended for service on light trucks 2 Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires...

Page 254: ...In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type 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 Loca...

Page 255: ...MS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combin...

Page 256: ...aintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure loss of control vehicle rollover and personal injury Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor fastened to the inside rim of the wheel The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire is removed The pressure sensor is located opposite 180 degrees from the valve stem...

Page 257: ...F your tire pressure still needs to be checked Visit www checkmytires org for additional information When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle To restore the full functionality...

Page 258: ...After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light will turn OFF Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use Repair the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore syste...

Page 259: ...rature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the t...

Page 260: ...only be used on the rear wheels Do not use tire chains cables or optional traction devices on 17 18 or 20 inch wheels and tires Install cables securely verifying that the cables do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the cables rub or bang against the vehicle stop and retighten them If this does not work remove the cables to prevent vehicle damage Avoid over...

Page 261: ...ot have a Tire Label Look for THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb for maximum payload The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload liste...

Page 262: ...tional equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 262 ...

Page 263: ...towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight 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 B Pillar...

Page 264: ...ceed the GCWR Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer or king pin weight of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150 lb 68 kg Consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by y...

Page 265: ...1400 750 5 x 150 650 lb In metric units 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of 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 your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the ...

Page 266: ... kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver s door Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING For...

Page 267: ...le trailer towing Refer to Driving while you tow in this chapter Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer Refer to the severe duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance information Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance Certification label F...

Page 268: ...ading in this chapter Maximum trailer weights shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures and on steep grades the A C system may cycle on and off to protect the engine from overheating This may result in a temporary increase of interior temperatures 4X4 and AWD GCWR Gross Combine...

Page 269: ...ing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle Contact your authorized dealer or a reliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper Use a load carrying hitch You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10 15 of the total weight of the trailer i...

Page 270: ...ase The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure all running lights brake lights turn signals and hazard lights are working Contact your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps WARNING Never connect any trailer lighting...

Page 271: ...coolant temperatures If this occurs reduce speed until the coolant temperature returns to the normal range Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter Anticipate stops and brake gradually Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service interv...

Page 272: ... Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval do not allow the sta...

Page 273: ...utral tow kit accessory An accessory is available that allows you to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle with all the wheels on the ground Contact your authorized dealer for more details Do not tow your vehicle with all wheels on the ground unless you install the neutral tow kit as vehicle damage may occur In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadsi...

Page 274: ... starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other dama...

Page 275: ...ons the engine air induction may become partially clogged with snow and or ice If this occurs the engine may experience a significant reduction in power output At the earliest opportunity clear all snow and or ice away for the air induction inlet Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the ...

Page 276: ...on without turning the key to 4 start Some warning lights will briefly illuminate See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Driving 276 ...

Page 277: ...ine does not start on the first try turn the key to the off position wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again keeping the accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above cranking speeds this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel Guardin...

Page 278: ...ion CSA Use only an extension cord that can be used outdoors in cold temperatures and is clearly marked Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances Never use an indoor extension cord outdoors it could result in an electric shock or fire hazard Use a 16 gauge outdoor extension cord minimum Use as short an extension cord as possible Do not use multiple extension cords Instead use one extension cord whi...

Page 279: ...or 1000 watts of energy per hour Your factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat however maximum temperature is attained after approximately three hours of operation Block heater operation longer than three hours will not improve system performance and will unnecessarily use additional electricity Make sure system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving the vehicle Wh...

Page 280: ...t pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition i...

Page 281: ...curely latched in P Park WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes...

Page 282: ...k of interfering with the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 sensors Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death WARNING Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics It s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the condit...

Page 283: ...ver The AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system automatically enables each time the engine is started All features of the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system TCS ESC and RSC威 are active and monitor the vehicle from start up However the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires it The AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system includes an AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 Off button on the center of the instrument pane...

Page 284: ...ways which may work separately or in tandem Engine Traction Control and Brake Traction Control Engine Traction Control works to limit drive wheel spin by momentarily reducing engine power Brake Traction Control works to limit wheel spin by momentarily applying the brakes to the wheel that is slipping Traction Control is most active at low speeds During Traction Control events the sliding car icon ...

Page 285: ...ad from a gravel road or vice versa Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer refer to Trailer towing in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter The Electronic Stability Control system may be deactivated in certain situations See the Switching Off AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 section following Roll Stability Control RSC威 Roll Stability Control RSC威 may help to maintain roll stability of the vehicle d...

Page 286: ... icon In R Reverse ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will continue to function however ESC and RSC威 are disabled AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 Features Button functions Sliding car icon RSC威 ESC Engine Traction Control Brake Traction Control Default at start up Off Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Button pressed momentarily Illuminated solid Disabled below 25 mph 40 km h Disabled belo...

Page 287: ...e center in the Driver Controls chapter Note that even if it was disabled before turning off the vehicle Trailer Sway Control will be re enabled at each new key cycle WARNING Turning off Trailer Sway Control increases the risk of loss of vehicle control serious injury or death Ford does not recommend disabling this feature except in situations where speed reduction may be detrimental e g hill clim...

Page 288: ...vity than a passenger car WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive s...

Page 289: ...he shift mechanism 4 Apply the brake and shift into N Neutral 5 Return the cover plug to the console access hole Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter WARNING Do not drive your vehicle until y...

Page 290: ...ll need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating parameters This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this learning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After...

Page 291: ...and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake...

Page 292: ...nated To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 3 Third Transmission operates in third gear only Used for improved traction on slippery roads Selecting 3 Third provides engine braking 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide additiona...

Page 293: ...onnected for any type of service or repair the transmission will need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating parameters This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this l...

Page 294: ...ke sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal ...

Page 295: ...equired O D OFF lamp is illuminated To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 3 Third Transmission operates in third gear only Used for improved traction on slippery roads Selecting 3 Third provides engine braking 2 Second Transmission operates in 2nd gear on...

Page 296: ...PPED The reverse sensing system sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R Reverse gear is selected WARNING To help avoid personal injury please read and understand the limitations of the reverse sensing system as contained in this section The park assist is only an aid for some generally large and fixed objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at parking...

Page 297: ...low 2 5 mph 4 km h the system detects obstacles within approximately 9 feet 2 6 meters behind the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper As you move closer to the obstacle the rate of the tone increases When the distance to the obstacle is approximately less than 18 inches 45 0 cm the tone will sound continuously If the system detects an object that is approa...

Page 298: ...dium beep 4 5 feet 1 4 meters to 6 3 feet 1 9 meters Medium slow beep 6 3 feet 1 9 meters to 8 7 feet 2 6 meters Slow beep 8 7 feet 2 6 meters to 16 4 feet 5 meters No sound The reverse sensing system is automatically enabled when the gear selector is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is on A control in the message center allows the driver to disable the system only when the ignition is on and ...

Page 299: ...s Doing so will produce excessive noise increase tire wear and may damage drive components 4X4 High and 4X4 Low are only intended for consistently slippery or loose surfaces The use of 4X4 High or 4X4 Low on these surfaces may produce some noise such as occasional clunks but will not damage the drive system If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System and 4WD Low is selected while the vehicle ...

Page 300: ...or pulling a boat out of the water Shifting between 4X4 AUTO 4WD Auto and 4X4 HIGH 4WD High Select 4X4 AUTO 4WD Auto or 4X4 HIGH 4WD High at any forward speed Note Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping Shifting to from 4X4 LOW 4WD Low 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 Place the transmission in N Neutral 3 Press the desired 4WD position If shifting into 4x4 LOW 4WD Lo...

Page 301: ...first start your vehicle The 4X4 indicator in the instrument cluster will also come on For instructions on selecting the AWD LOCKED mode refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter This mode is not intended for use on dry pavement This mode is appropriate for severe winter or off road conditions such as deep snow ice or shallow sand The use of AWD LOCKED on dry or hard surfaces may prod...

Page 302: ...re driving in the area To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling not sliding or spinning Basic operating principles Do not use 4WD High or 4WD Low on dry hard surfaced roads Doing so will produce excessive noise increase tire wear reduce fuel economy and may damage drive components 4WD modes are only intended for c...

Page 303: ... control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If your vehicle gets stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do no...

Page 304: ...s as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another i e from c...

Page 305: ...authorized dealer AWD Systems if equipped AWD uses all four wheels to power the vehicle This increases traction enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two wheel drive vehicle cannot Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the...

Page 306: ...ir fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Driving through deep water may damage the transmission If the front or rear axle is submerged in water the axle lubricant should be replaced After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components Tread Lightly is...

Page 307: ... same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating Do not descend in neutral instead disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear When descending a steep hill avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control When you brake hard the front wheels can t turn and if they aren t turning you won t be able to steer The front wheels have to...

Page 308: ... the anti lock brake system Never drive with chains on the front tires of AWD or 4WD vehicles without also putting them on the rear tires This could cause the rear to slide and swing around during braking Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carryin...

Page 309: ...may be limited Also water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet bra...

Page 310: ...o a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 3 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be tow...

Page 311: ...ce call 1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 241 3673 Customers will be asked to submit their original receipts Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement i...

Page 312: ...ocated in the passenger s foot well by the kick panel Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut off switch 1 Turn the ignition to the off position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the on position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the off position 5 M...

Page 313: ...se with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink 40A Orange Green 50A Red ...

Page 314: ...es are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 20A Moon roof Adjustable pedals Memory seats Memory lumbar motor 2 5A Microcontroller power SJB 3 20A Radio Navigation amplifier 4 10A OBD II connector CB1 4 3 2 1 8 7 6 5 12 11 10 9 16 15 14 13 20 19 18 17 24 23 22 21 28 27 26 25 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 314 ...

Page 315: ...PDB 11 5A Radio start 12 5A Rear wiper motor RUN ACC Trailer battery charge relay in PDB Radio 13 15A Heated mirror Manual climate rear defrost indicator 14 20A Horn 15 10A Reverse lamps 16 10A Trailer reverse lamps 17 10A RCM restraints Passenger occupancy 18 10A Reverse park aid IVD switch IVD 4x4 module 4x4 switch Heated seat switches Compass Electrochromatic mirror AUX climate control 19 Not u...

Page 316: ...5A Trailer tow park lamps 26 15A License plate rear park lamp Front park lamps Manual climate 27 15A Tri color stop lamps 28 10A Manual DEATC CB1 25A Windows The following relays are located on either side of the passenger compartment fuse panel See your authorized dealer for service of these relays Fuse Relay Location Description Relay 1 Delayed ACC 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA...

Page 317: ... disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses WARNING To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 318: ... 3 SJB 3 50A BATT 1 SJB 4 30A Fuel pump Injectors 5 30A Third row seat left 6 40A ABS pump 7 40A Powertrain Control Module PCM 8 Not used 9 Not used 10 30A Power seat right 11 30A Starter 12 30A Third row seat right 13 30A Trailer tow battery charger 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 318 ...

Page 319: ...A Powertrain Control Module PCM Keep Alive Power Canister vent 25 20A Front power point Cigar lighter 26 20A 4x4 module 4 6L engine only 27 20A 6R Transmission module 4 6L engine only 28 20A Heated seats 29 15A Headlamps right 30 25A Rear wiper 31 15A Fog lamps 32 5A Power mirrors 33 30A ABS valve 34 15A Headlamps left 35 10A AC clutch 36 20A Console bin power point 37 30A Driver window motor 38 1...

Page 320: ... on plug 4 6L engine only Coil tower 4 0L engine only 44 15A Injectors 45B GCC fan relay 45A Not used 46B Not used 46A Not used 49 Fuel pump relay 50B A C clutch relay 50A Fog lamps relay 51 Not used 52 Not used 53 One Touch Integrated Start OTIS diode 54 Trailer battery charger relay 55B Front wiper relay 55A PCM relay 56B Starter relay 56A Blower relay Mini Fuses Cartridge Fuses 2009 Explorer ex...

Page 321: ...be used WARNING Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for important information If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged it will no longer function Dissimilar spare tire wheel information WARNING Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control injury or death Note Turn off the power running b...

Page 322: ...ains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following Handling stability and braking performance Comfort and noise Ground clearance and parking a...

Page 323: ...ing a trailer Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible Stopping and securing the vehicle 1 Park on a level surface activate the hazard flashers and set the parking brake 2 Place gearshift lever in P Park and turn engine off 3 Turn off the power...

Page 324: ...t under the carpeted floor lid in the cargo floor The tools are located in a bag attached to the jack Removing the jack and tools 1 Open liftgate and remove the carpeted floor lid 2 Turn jack screw eyelet 1 counterclockwise to release pressure 3 Rotate the locking pin 2 clockwise until loose then pull out until it stops and remove the jack and tool bag from the bracket 4 Remove the chock and jack ...

Page 325: ... winch 1 Open the cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the winch drive nut 2 Insert the lug wrench on the winch drive nut The wrench will stop moving and forward resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 325 ...

Page 326: ...ge a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block the wheel that is diagonally opposite other end of the vehicle to the tire being changed WARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating ...

Page 327: ...e carpeted floor lid can be used as a kneeling pad 3 Loosen each wheel lug nut by half a turn but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 4 Assemble the jack handle extension on the lug nut wrench by sliding the square end of the jack handle through the plastic grommet on the lug nut wrench and into the square hole on the other side 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing U...

Page 328: ...hicle 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 Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point 6 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 7 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts cone side in until the wheel is snug against the hub Do ...

Page 329: ...of your ability to the point where the ratchet slip occurs if possible The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort take the vehicle to your authorized dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience 4 Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly tightened Try to push or pull then turn the tire to be s...

Page 330: ...e lb ft N m Lug nut socket size 3 4 inch 19 mm hex Bolt size 1 2 x 20 100 135 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners WARNING When a wheel is installed always remove any corrosion dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub brake drum or brake disc that conta...

Page 331: ... funnels into the Easy Fuel no cap fuel system as it can be damaged You must use the included funnel in such circumstances WARNING Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel system This could damage the fuel system and its seal and may cause fuel to run onto the ground instead of filling the tank all of which could result in serious personal inju...

Page 332: ...rk the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to p...

Page 333: ...f the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 333 ...

Page 334: ...egative 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 clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled...

Page 335: ...Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 335 ...

Page 336: ...bled 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 its idle conditions 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies 336 ...

Page 337: ...r vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If the vehicle s battery is discharged refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter for directions on how to move the gearshift lever out of the P Park position for proper towing On 4x2 vehicles it is acceptable to tow the vehicl...

Page 338: ... emergency with a disabled vehicle without access to wheel dollies car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle your vehicle regardless of transmission powertrain configuration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward direction Place the transmission in N Neutral Refer to Brake shift interlock in ...

Page 339: ...e to the authorized dealer Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing Address Ford Motor Company Custom...

Page 340: ...2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center In order to help you serve you better please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center Vehicle Identifica...

Page 341: ... reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 18 000 miles 29 000 km whiche...

Page 342: ...ion as well Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after you file your claim with the BBB BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be asked for your name and address general information about your new vehicle information about your warranty concerns and any steps you ...

Page 343: ...e information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage It provides the following Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage fo...

Page 344: ...also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact FORD MOTOR COMPANY FORD EXPORT OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephon...

Page 345: ... m EST Helm Incorporated can also be reached by their website www helminc com Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card check or money order Obtaining a French owner s guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P O Box 2000 Oakville ON Canada L6J 5E4 2009 Exp...

Page 346: ... in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS C...

Page 347: ...se damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible If your vehicle is equipped with running...

Page 348: ...nsect deposits tar spots road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips Always read the instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt ...

Page 349: ...ld water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean In Canada use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo CXC 66 A Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause in...

Page 350: ...e wiper blades may be the cause These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes water repellent coatings tree sap or other organic contamination these contaminants may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades and streaking and smearing of the windshield To clean these items follow these tips The windshield rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non abrasive ...

Page 351: ...ND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean and damp white cotton cloth then with a clean and dry white cotton cloth you may also use Motorcraft Dash Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A on the instrument panel and interior trim areas Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps ...

Page 352: ...nd Stain Remover ZC 14 In Canada use Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner CXC 101 If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately but do not oversaturate or the ring will set Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials WARNING Do not use cleaning solve...

Page 353: ...d dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications For best results use the following products or p...

Page 354: ...et Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine ZC 28 Motorcraft Triple Clean U S only ZC 13 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only CXC 93 Motorcraft Wash and Wax Canada only CXC 95 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Cleaning 354 ...

Page 355: ...r running boards if equipped before working under the vehicle jacking or placing any object under the vehicle Never place your hand between the extended running board and the vehicle A moving running board may cause injury Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels to prevent...

Page 356: ...ed under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 356 ...

Page 357: ...gine oil dipstick out of view 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Power distribution box 5 Battery 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Radiator cap 8 Engine coolant reservoir 9 Air filter assembly 10 Washer fluid reservoir 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 357 ...

Page 358: ... oil dipstick 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Power distribution box 6 Battery 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Radiator cap 9 Engine coolant reservoir 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 358 ...

Page 359: ...ining non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and ...

Page 360: ...pter To prolong the life of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element Changing the rear window wiper blade To replace the rear wiper blade 1 Pull the wiper arm as far away from the glass as possible Do not use excessive force because i...

Page 361: ... the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick 4 0L V6 engine 2009 Explorer exp ...

Page 362: ...il level is between the lower and upper holes the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the lower hole add enough oil to raise the level within the lower and upper holes 4 0L V6 engine 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 362 ...

Page 363: ...mended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the upper hole on the engine oil level dipstick 4 Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard To avoid possi...

Page 364: ...ification WSS M2C929 A Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection a...

Page 365: ...rability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil f...

Page 366: ...n to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability WARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks o...

Page 367: ...urn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process The vehicle may need to be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy If you do not allow the engine to rele...

Page 368: ...ze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the engine parts could become damaged or not work pr...

Page 369: ...r vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the 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 interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specifie...

Page 370: ...olden tan Do not add mix an orange colored extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification WSS M97B44 D or DEX COOL威 brand with the factory filled coolant Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any orange colored extended life product such as DEX COOL威 brand with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protectio...

Page 371: ...hile the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap 5 Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture to within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator ...

Page 372: ...gine coolant in this section Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 34 F 36 C It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the...

Page 373: ... to limit engine damage even with a total loss of coolant The vehicle s range and or speed will be reduced depending on vehicle load terrain and outside temperatures The instrument cluster provides warnings for each mode Fail Safe Cooling Mode The Service engine soon Engine oil pressure and Engine coolant temperature indicators will be on Along with these warning indicators the engine coolant temp...

Page 374: ...e to be taken to an authorized dealer 3 If this is not possible wait approximately 15 minutes for the engine to cool 4 Check the coolant level and replenish if low Look for coolant leakage in the engine compartment and under the vehicle WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 5 Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer Driving the ve...

Page 375: ... refueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before refueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling ...

Page 376: ...en flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes WARNING The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container Refueling WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause s...

Page 377: ...to the fuel tank and not spill onto the vehicle If the Check Fuel Fill Inlet lamp or Check Fuel Fill Inlet message comes on the fuel fill inlet may not have properly closed The inlet may have stuck open or debris may be preventing the inlet from fully closing At the next opportunity safely pull off the road turn off the engine open the fuel filler door and remove any visible debris from the fuel f...

Page 378: ...luding manganese based additives Note Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage a loss of vehicle performance and repairs may not be covered under warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular in high altitude areas that are so...

Page 379: ...em protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel becaus...

Page 380: ...y to you or others When filling the vehicle s fuel tank from a portable fuel container use the included funnel 1 Locate the white plastic funnel It is attached to the underside of the spare tire cover or is included with the tire changing tools 2 Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel system 3 Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container 4 When done clean the funnel or properly...

Page 381: ...erve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still prese...

Page 382: ...ionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel Stead...

Page 383: ...nce checks found in scheduled maintenance information Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 1 mpg 0 4 km L is lost for every 400 lb 180 kg of weight carried Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage rack...

Page 384: ... specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Compan...

Page 385: ... emission standards The OBD II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle When the Service engine soon indicator illuminates the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause the Service engine soon indicator to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water i...

Page 386: ...ission has just been serviced or the battery has recently run down or been replaced the OBD II system may indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing To determine if the vehicle is ready for I M testing turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine If the Service engine soon indicator blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M...

Page 387: ...range 6 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the correct operating range Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when the brake components are replaced Fluid...

Page 388: ...f required fluid should be added by an authorized dealer Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components TRANSFER CASE FLUID IF EQUIPPED WARNING Turn off the power running boards if equipped before working under the vehicle jacking or placing any ...

Page 389: ...tion will be necessary Note Your vehicle s driveshaft is balanced If undercoating the vehicle protect the driveshaft and universal joints to prevent overspray of any undercoating material If your vehicle has four wheel drive your vehicle has two driveshafts one connected to the rear axle and one connected to the front axle AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate i...

Page 390: ... new air filter element Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 6 Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps Note Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be void for an...

Page 391: ... the PCV valve Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used 2 For spark plug replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals ...

Page 392: ...iker plates and rotors seat tracks fuel filler door hinge and spring hood latch auxiliary latch seat tracks Multi Purpose Grease XG 4 or XL 5 ESB M1C93 B Door weatherstrips Silicone Spray Lubricant XL 6 ESR M13P4 A Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 None Driveshaft slip spline universal joints Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C ESA M1C75 B Transfer case Front Output Slip Sh...

Page 393: ... 6L engine without auxiliary climate control 13 9 quarts 13 2L Engine coolant 4 6L engine with auxiliary climate control 15 7 quarts 14 9L Cooling system stop leak pellets Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets VC 6 WSS M99B37 B6 Engine oil 4 0L engine 5 0 quarts 4 7L Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada 2 XO 5W30 QSP US...

Page 394: ... V Automatic transmission fluid 6R80 11 2 quarts 10 6L 3 Motorcraft MERCON威 LV ATF 4 XT 10 QLV MERCON威 LV Rear axle fluid 3 5 pints 1 7L Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant X Y 75W140 QL WSL M2C192 A Front axle fluid AWD 4WD 2 7 pints 1 3L Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY 80W90 QL WSP M2C197 A Power steering fluid Fill between the MIN and MAX lines on reservoir...

Page 395: ... and meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS M2C929 A 4 0L or WSS M2C930 A 4 6L 3 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 checked by a qualified technician 4 Use of a dual usage fluid in an automatic transmission requiring MERCON威 V may caus...

Page 396: ...ring order 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 Ignition system EDIS Coil on Plug Spark plug gap 0 052 0 056 inch 1 32 1 42 mm 0 039 0 043 inch 1 0 1 1mm Compression ratio 9 7 1 9 8 1 Engine drivebelt routing 4 0L V6 Engine 4 6L V8 Engine 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 396 ...

Page 397: ...located The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2009 Explore...

Page 398: ...pe 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code Five speed automatic 5R55S V Six speed automatic 6R80 6 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Maintenance and Spec...

Page 399: ...ponent damaged by the defective accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories Not all accessories are available for all ...

Page 400: ...Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped 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 communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they ...

Page 401: ...liary input jack Line in 41 Auxiliary power point 104 Axle lubricant specifications 392 refill capacities 392 B Battery 366 acid treating emergencies 366 jumping a disabled battery 331 maintenance free 366 replacement specifications 391 servicing 366 Belt Minder威 199 Booster seats 234 Brakes 279 anti lock 280 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 280 fluid checking and adding 387 fluid refill c...

Page 402: ...the U S and Canada 344 Getting roadside assistance 310 Getting the service you need 339 Ordering additional owner s literature 345 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 343 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 90 Defrost rear window 88 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 388 engine oil 361 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke 389 Driving under special conditions 296 303 306 sand 305 snow a...

Page 403: ...parisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 384 detergent in fuel 379 filler funnel 379 filling your vehicle with fuel 375 377 381 filter specifications 374 391 fuel pump shut off switch 312 improving fuel economy 381 octane rating 378 396 quality 379 running out of fuel 331 379 safety information relating to automotive fuels 375 Fuses 313 314 G Garage door opener 103 Gas cap see Fuel cap 377 Gas mil...

Page 404: ...ht 90 fog lamps 90 headlamps 89 interior lamps 93 LATCH anchors 227 Liftgate 151 remote release 161 Lights warning and indicator 12 anti lock brakes ABS 280 Load limits 260 Loading instructions 266 Locks autolock 154 156 childproof 159 doors 154 Lubricant specifications 392 Lug nuts 330 Luggage rack 152 Lumbar support seats 174 176 M Message center 123 135 english metric button 126 140 system chec...

Page 405: ...ildren 221 Relays 313 Remote entry system 159 160 illuminated entry 164 locking unlocking doors 160 161 panic alarm 161 replacing the batteries 162 Reverse sensing system 296 Roadside assistance 310 Roof rack 152 S Safety belts see Safety restraints 188 192 195 197 Safety Canopy 213 215 216 Safety defects reporting 346 Safety restraints 188 192 197 Belt Minder威 199 extension assembly 198 for adult...

Page 406: ...re 245 changing 321 326 checking the pressure 245 inflating 242 label 254 replacing 246 326 rotating 249 safety practices 248 sidewall information 250 snow tires and chains 260 spare tire 321 324 325 terminology 242 tire grades 241 treadwear 241 245 Towing 267 recreational towing 273 trailer towing 267 wrecker 337 Transfer case fluid checking 388 Transmission 289 brake shift interlock BSI 289 flui...

Page 407: ...wiper washer 101 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 100 checking and adding fluid 359 liftgate reservoir 359 replacing wiper blades 360 Wrecker towing 337 2009 Explorer exp Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus Index 407 ...

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