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Potential Map Inaccuracy

Maps used by this system may be inaccurate because of changes in
roads, traffic controls or driving conditions. Always use good judgment
and common sense when following the suggested routes.

Emergency Services

Do not rely on any navigation features included in the system to route
you to emergency services. Ask local authorities or an emergency
services operator for these locations. Not all emergency services such as
police, fire stations, hospitals and clinics are likely to be contained in the
map database for such navigation features.

TeleNav Software End User License Agreement

Please read these terms and conditions carefully before you use the
TeleNav Software. Your use of the TeleNav Software indicates that
you accept these terms and conditions. If you do not accept these
terms and conditions, do not break the seal of the package, launch,
or otherwise use the TeleNav Software.

TeleNav may revise this Agreement and the privacy policy at any time,
with or without notice to you. You agree to visit http://www.telenav.com
from time to time to review the then current version of this Agreement
and of the privacy policy.

1.

Safe and Lawful Use

You acknowledge that devoting attention to the TeleNav Software may
pose a risk of injury or death to you and others in situations that
otherwise require your undivided attention, and you therefore agree to
comply with the following when using the TeleNav Software: (a) observe
all traffic laws and otherwise drive safely; (b) use your own personal
judgment while driving. If you feel that a route suggested by the TeleNav
Software instructs you to perform an unsafe or illegal maneuver, places
you in an unsafe situation, or directs you into an area that you consider
to be unsafe, do not follow such instructions; (c) do not input
destinations, or otherwise manipulate the TeleNav Software, unless your
vehicle is stationary and parked; (d) do not use the TeleNav Software for
any illegal, unauthorized, unintended, unsafe, hazardous, or unlawful
purposes, or in any manner inconsistent with this Agreement; (e)
arrange all GPS and wireless devices and cables necessary for use of the
TeleNav Software in a secure manner in your vehicle so that they will
not interfere with your driving and will not prevent the operation of any
safety device (such as an airbag).

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Appendices

2013 Explorer

(exp)

Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012
USA

(fus)

Summary of Contents for 2013 EXPLORER

Page 1: ...DL2J 19A321 AB December 2012 Fourth Printing Owner s Manual Explorer Litho in U S A fordowner com ford ca 2013 EXPLORER Owner s Manual 2013 EXPLORER Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...y belt 46 Child restraint and safety belt maintenance 47 Personal Safety System 48 Supplementary Restraints System 49 Driver and passenger airbags 51 Front passenger sensing system 53 Side airbags 55 Safety canopy curtain airbags 57 Crash sensors and airbag indicator 58 Airbag disposal 60 Keys and Remote Control 61 General information on radio frequencies 61 Remote control 62 Keys 62 Replacing a l...

Page 3: ...ecurity 84 SecuriLock passive anti theft system 84 Anti theft alarm 87 Steering Wheel 89 Adjusting the steering wheel 89 Steering wheel controls 91 Pedals 94 Adjustable pedals 94 Wipers and Washers 95 Windshield wipers 95 Rain sensing wipers 95 Windshield washers 96 Rear window wiper and washer 96 2 Table of Contents 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 4: ...ows 105 Exterior mirrors 107 Interior mirrors 109 Sun visors 110 Moonroof 111 Instrument Cluster 113 Gauges 113 Warning lamps and indicators 114 Audible warnings and indicators 120 Information Displays 121 Controls 121 Trip computer 124 Information messages 132 Audio System 143 MyFord system 145 Auxiliary input jack 151 USB port 153 Satellite radio information 154 Table of Contents 3 2013 Explorer...

Page 5: ... 174 Memory function 175 Heated seats 176 Heated and cooled seats 177 Rear seats 179 Universal Garage Door Opener If Equipped 190 Car2U home automation system 190 HomeLink wireless control system 195 Auxiliary Power Points 200 Storage Compartments 203 Center console 203 Overhead console 204 Starting and Stopping the Engine 205 Ignition switch 206 Keyless starting 206 Engine block heater 210 4 Tabl...

Page 6: ... Hints on driving with anti lock brakes 239 Parking brake 239 Traction Control 240 Traction Control 240 Stability Control 241 AdvanceTrac 242 Terrain Response 243 Hill descent control 244 Parking Aids 246 Sensing system 246 Active park assist 248 Rear view camera system 252 Cruise Control 257 Using cruise control 257 Using Adaptive Cruise Control 258 Table of Contents 5 2013 Explorer exp Owners Gu...

Page 7: ...ecker towing 301 Recreational towing 302 Driving Hints 304 Economical driving 304 Floor mats 306 Roadside Emergencies 308 Getting roadside assistance 308 Hazard warning flashers 310 Fuel cut off switch 310 Jump starting the vehicle 311 Customer Assistance 314 Reporting safety defects U S only 321 Reporting safety defects Canada only 321 Fuses 322 Changing a fuse 322 Fuse specification chart 323 6 ...

Page 8: ...lades 352 Air filter s 353 Adjusting the headlamps 355 Changing a bulb 357 Bulb specification chart 361 Vehicle Care 363 Cleaning products 363 Cleaning the exterior 363 Waxing 365 Repairing minor paint damage 365 Cleaning the engine 365 Cleaning the windows and wiper blades 366 Cleaning the interior 366 Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens 367 Cleaning leather seats 368 Cleani...

Page 9: ...s 404 Part numbers 409 Vehicle identification number 410 Vehicle certification label 411 Transmission code designation 411 Accessories 412 Accessories 412 Ford Extended Service Plan 414 Scheduled Maintenance 417 Normal scheduled maintenance and log 422 SYNC 434 Pairing your phone for the first time 439 911 Assist 453 Vehicle Health Report 456 8 Table of Contents 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4...

Page 10: ...ime of going to print In the interest of continuous development we reserve the right to change specifications design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission Errors and omissions excepted Ford Motor Company 2012 ...

Page 11: ...for different models so they may appear different than your vehicle However the essential information in the illustrations is always correct Note Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations Note Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle This manual may qualify the location of a component as left hand side or right h...

Page 12: ...d smoking flames or sparks Battery Battery acid Brake fluid non petroleum base Brake system Cabin air filter Check fuel cap Child Safety Door Lock and Unlock Child seat lower anchor Child seat tether anchor Cruise control Do not open when hot Engine air filter Engine coolant Engine coolant temperature Engine oil Explosive gas Fan warning Fasten safety belt Front airbag Front fog lamps Fuel pump re...

Page 13: ...le steering or brake systems In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle Additionally when your vehicle is in for service or repair Ford Motor Company Ford of Canad...

Page 14: ...crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information e g name gender age and crash location is recorded see limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic Directions and Information privacy below However parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during...

Page 15: ...ensors to collect the vehicle s current location travel direction and speed vehicle travel information only to help provide you with the directions traffic reports or business searches that you request If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information do not activate the service Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehic...

Page 16: ...cle provides years of service is to have it maintained in line with our recommendations using parts that conform to the specifications detailed in this owner s manual Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet or exceed these specifications Collision Repairs We hope that you never experience a collision but accidents do happen Genuine Ford replacement collision parts meet our stringent requirements fo...

Page 17: ...tive passenger airbag 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 Manual carefully Your vehicle is not a passenger car As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate your vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle contro...

Page 18: ...e safe operation of your vehicle We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving EXPORT UNIQUE NON UNITED STATES CANADA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region your vehicle may be equi...

Page 19: ... Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician and consulting your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in your vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or locate NHTSA on the internet In Canada check with your local St John Ambulance office for referral to a ...

Page 20: ...g if recommended 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 seat back upright You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the United States and Canada Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they...

Page 21: ...structions 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 age Follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions and warnings provided by your vehicle manufacturer A safety seat that is improperly instal...

Page 22: ...Type Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by X LATCH lower anchors and top tether anchor LATCH lower anchors only Safety belt and top tether anchor Safety belt and LATCH lower anchors and top tether anchor Safety belt only Rear facing child seat Up to 48 lb 21 kg X X Forward facing child seat Up to 48 lb 21 kg X X X Forward facing child seat Over 48 lb 21 kg X X Note The child...

Page 23: ... and upward to 100 pounds 45 kilograms if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer Many state and provincial 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 pounds 36 kilograms Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat Can the child si...

Page 24: ...s 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 and 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 supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice Child Saf...

Page 25: ...se to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder The drawings also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child s hips If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat upon which it is being used 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 se...

Page 26: ...der belts Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place your vehicle ...

Page 27: ... the necessary and proper use of the Lock off device In some instances these devices have been provided only for use in vehicles with safety belt systems that would otherwise require a locking clip This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt 2 After positioning the child safety seat in the proper seatin...

Page 28: ...manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it Standard safety belt buckle Child Safety 27 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing...

Page 29: ...il all of the belt is pulled out Note Unlike the standard safety belt the inflatable safety belt s unique lap portion locks the child seat for installation The ability for the shoulder portion of the belt to move freely is normal even after the lap belt has been put into the automatic locking mode 6 Allow the belt to retract to remove slack The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in t...

Page 30: ... lap belt for inflatable safety belt in order to force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the extra weight of the child is added to the child restraint It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to your vehicle Sometimes a slight lean toward the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt Standard s...

Page 31: ...ld restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies or LATCH lower anchors rendering those features potentially unusable To avoid risk of injury occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained The LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points two lower anchors located where seat back and seat cushion meet called the ...

Page 32: ...section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back below the symbols as shown Follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps See Using Tether Straps later in this chapter Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown Child Safety...

Page 33: ...Tug the child seat from side to side and forward and back where it is secured to your vehicle The seat should move less than one inch when you do this for a proper installation If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases Combining Safety Belt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats When used in combination either the s...

Page 34: ...t off your vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching your vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash 1 Route the tether strap Second row outboard seat positions Route the child safety seat tether strap over the seat back under the head restraint and between the h...

Page 35: ...ion Route the child safety seat tether strap over the seat back under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts If needed fold the head restraint down to improve the fit of the child safety seat or tether strap See Rear seats in the Seats chapter for head restraint information 2 Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position Second row bucket 40 40 Second row bench ...

Page 36: ...be retained properly in the event of a collision 4 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use Ford also recommends its use Child ...

Page 37: ...ar edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Insert the key and turn to the lock position key horizontal to engage the childproof locks Insert the key and turn to the unlock position key vertical to disengage the childproof locks 36 Child Safety 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 38: ...a inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely 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...

Page 39: ...and rear inflatable safety belt height adjuster at the front outboard seating positions safety belt pretensioner at the front outboard seating positions belt tension sensor at the front outboard passenger seating position Safety belt warning light and chime See Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime later in this chapter Crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness indicator See Crash...

Page 40: ...ckle 2 To unfasten press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle Restraint of Pregnant Women WARNING Always ride and drive with your seat back upright and the safety belt properly fastened The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips The shoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across the chest Pregnant women should also ...

Page 41: ...thorized dealer Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in crashes All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The driver safety belt has the first locking mode and the front outboard passenger and rear seat safety belts have both types of locking modes described as follows Vehicle Sensitive Mode This is the normal retrac...

Page 42: ... belt and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out 3 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 Rear outboard inflatable safety belts second row only if equipped 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Grasp the lap portion of the belt and pull upward until the entire belt is pu...

Page 43: ...fety belt Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 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 seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Adjust the hei...

Page 44: ...chime remain off SAFETY BELT MINDER This feature supplements the safety belt warning function by providing additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning light when the driver s or front passenger s seat is occupied and the safety belt is unbuckled The system uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat pass...

Page 45: ...ty belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 25 seconds repeating for about five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The driver s or front passenger s safety belt becomes unbuckled for about one minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 6 mph 9 7 km h and more than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The Be...

Page 46: ...t the transmission selector lever is in position P the ignition is off the driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled 1 Turn the ignition on DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off about one minute 3 Wait 10 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off Step 4 must be completed within 20 seconds after the completion of Step 3 4 For the seatin...

Page 47: ...ard seating positions The rear inflatable safety belt consists of the following an inflatable bag located in the shoulder safety belt webbing lap safety belt webbing with automatic locking mode Safety belt warning light and chime See Safety Belt Warning Lights and Indicators in this chapter Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator See Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator in the Supplemental Restraint Syst...

Page 48: ... support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped rear inflatable safety belts if equipped child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a crash See the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child re...

Page 49: ...and on indicator lamp Front crash severity sensors Restraints control module with impact and safing sensors Restraint system warning light and backup tone The electrical wiring for the airbags crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt usage sensors driver seat position sensor front passenger sensing system and indicator lights How Does the Personal Safety System Work The Personal ...

Page 50: ...other injuries WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING Se...

Page 51: ...sions or swelling Temporary hearing loss is also a possibility as a result of the noise associated with a deploying airbag Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time...

Page 52: ...t frontal and near frontal crashes The driver and passenger front airbag system consists of driver and passenger airbag modules crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness indicator See Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator later in this chapter front passenger sensing system Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment WARNING The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recomme...

Page 53: ... If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a crash Knee Airbag System Passenger s Side Only...

Page 54: ... the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or not The front passenger sensing system uses a passenger airbag status indicator which will illuminate indicating that the front passenger frontal airbag is either ON enabled or OFF disabled The indicator lamp is located in the center stack of the instrument panel Note The passenger airbag status indicator OFF and ON lamps will ...

Page 55: ...e is sitting in the front passenger s seat but the passenger airbag status indicator OFF lamp is lit it is possible that the person isn t sitting properly in the seat If this happens Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seat back in the full upright position Have the person sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended Restart the ...

Page 56: ...d Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Getting the services you need section of the Customer Assistance chapter or see your authorized dealer SIDE AIRBAGS WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side of the seat backs of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag Failure to follow the...

Page 57: ...at back indicating that side airbags are found on your vehicle side airbags located inside the seat back of the driver and front passenger seats crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness indicator See Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator later in this chapter front passenger sensing system Note The passenger sensing system will deactivate the passenger seat mounted side airbag if it detects...

Page 58: ...he risk of injury or death WARNING To reduce risk of injury do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the curtain airbag WARNING If the curtain airbags have deployed the curtain airbags will not function again The curtain airbags including the A B C or D pillar trim and headliner must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer If the curtain airbag is not replaced the unrep...

Page 59: ...xperts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags including the Safety Canopy CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR WARNING Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of your vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the ai...

Page 60: ...cause the restraints control module to deploy a safety device or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor The fact that the safety belt pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a crash does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the restraints control module determined the accident conditions such a...

Page 61: ...POSAL Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel 60 Supplementary Restraints System 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 62: ... part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s 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 Note Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void...

Page 63: ...uch the inside of the front exterior door handle You press the luggage compartment button You press a button on the transmitter If excessive radio frequency interference is present in the area or if the transmitter battery is low it may be necessary to mechanically unlock your door You can use the mechanical key blade in your intelligent access key to open the driver door in this situation Refer t...

Page 64: ...cle to activate the push button start system The key also contains a removable mechanical key blade that you can use to unlock the driver door Slide the release on the back of the transmitter to release the key blade and then pull the blade out Note Your vehicle s back up keys came with a security tag that provides important key cut information Keep the tag in a safe place for future reference CAU...

Page 65: ... transmitter if it does not come off with the battery cover 3 Remove the old battery 3 4 Insert the new battery Refer to the instructions inside the integrated keyhead transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 5 Reinstall the rubber gasket 6 Snap the battery cover back onto the key Intellig...

Page 66: ...sition and the seat will move to the easy entry position The seat will move to the final position when you switch the ignition on if you have enabled the feature Programming Memory to the Transmitter 1 Move the memory features to the desired positions using the associated controls 2 Press and hold button 1 until a tone is heard to confirm setting Continue to hold until a second tone is heard 3 Wit...

Page 67: ...Equipped WARNING To avoid exhaust fumes do not use remote start if your vehicle is parked indoors or areas that are not well ventilated Note Do not use remote start if your vehicle is low on fuel Your vehicle has remote start if the transmitter has this button The remote start feature allows you to start your vehicle from outside your vehicle The transmitter has an extended operating range Vehicle...

Page 68: ...run the blower fan at a slower speed to reduce noise You can switch it on or off in the information display See the Information Displays chapter Note If you remote start your vehicle with an integrated keyhead transmitter you must switch the ignition on before driving your vehicle If you remote start your vehicle with an intelligent access transmitter you must have a programmed intelligent access ...

Page 69: ...hicle Off After Remote Starting Press the button once The parking lamps will turn off You may have to be closer to your vehicle than when starting due to ground reflection and the added noise of the running vehicle You can disable or enable the remote start system through the information display See the Information Display chapter REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL You can purchase replacement...

Page 70: ...elt Minder This cannot be disabled and the five minute timer does not expire The audio system is muted when this feature is activated Early low fuel When the fuel gauge reads approximately 3 32nd tank or your estimated travel distance is 62 miles 100 kilometers until the tank is empty whichever comes first The fuel indicator lamp illuminates in yellow and the information display shows a low fuel m...

Page 71: ...e button to navigate through the various screens Select Settings and then MyKey 4 Press OK or the to select Create 5 When prompted hold the OK button until you see a message informing you to label this key as a MyKey The key will be restricted at your vehicle s next start After the key is successfully programmed make sure you label it so you can distinguish it from the admin keys You can also prog...

Page 72: ... If mileage does not accumulate as expected then the MyKey is not being used by the intended user The only way to reset this to zero is by clearing MyKeys If the mileage is lower than the last time you checked then the key system has been recently reset MYKEY S Indicates how many MyKeys are programmed to the vehicle Can also be used to detect deletion of a MyKey ADMIN KEY S Indicates how many admi...

Page 73: ...yKey I cannot clear the MyKey programmed keys Key in the ignition does not have admin privileges No restricted keys are programmed to the vehicle Refer to Creating a MyKey I lost the only admin key Purchase a new key from your authorized dealer I lost a key Program spare keys as outlined under SecuriLock in the Security chapter No restricted key functions with intelligent access key push button st...

Page 74: ... or enable two stage unlocking Disabling two stage unlocking allows all vehicle doors to unlock with one press of the button The turn signals will flash twice to indicate the unlocking mode was changed The unlocking mode applies to the remote control keyless entry keypad and intelligent access Intelligent access at the driver door unlocks all doors when you have disabled two stage unlocking Lockin...

Page 75: ... careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate Press twice within three seconds to open or close the liftgate or to reverse the movement Activating Intelligent Access If Equipped The intelligent access key must be within 3 feet 1 meter of your vehicle At the Front Doors Pull a front exterior door handle The door will unlock and can b...

Page 76: ...er compartment or rear cargo area When you lock your vehicle using the driver or passenger power door lock control with the door open transmission in P and ignition off after you close the door your vehicle will search for an intelligent access key in the passenger compartment All the doors will immediately unlock and the horn will sound if the vehicle detects an intelligent access key inside In o...

Page 77: ...ition is on all the doors are closed and your vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h your vehicle has then come to a stop and you switch the off ignition or to accessory and you open the driver door within 10 minutes of switching the ignition off or to accessory Note The doors will not autounlock if you electronically lock the vehicle after you switch the ignition off an...

Page 78: ...n all doors are closed and you switch the ignition off and remove the key from the ignition integrated keyhead transmitter only The lamps turn off if all the doors remain closed and 25 seconds elapse you insert the key in the ignition integrated keyhead transmitter only you press the START STOP button intelligent access key only Battery Saver If you leave the courtesy lamps dome lamps or headlamps...

Page 79: ...ell ventilated so outside air comes into the vehicle Note Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate Note Do not hang anything for example a bike rack from the spoiler glass or liftgate This could damage the liftgate and its components Note Do not leave the liftgate open while driving This could damage the liftgate and its comp...

Page 80: ... using the information display The remote control and instrument panel button will still operate the liftgate regardless of the setting Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate Note You can reverse the liftgate movement direction with a second press of the instrument panel button or the control button on the liftgate or a second double press of the transmitter button The liftgate will only operate w...

Page 81: ...te pull cup handle Note Allow the power system to open the liftgate after pressing the control Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the system s obstacle detection feature and stop the power operation To close with the rear cargo area control Press and release the button WARNING Keep clear of the liftgate when activating the rear switch Setting Liftgate Open Height 1 Open the lift...

Page 82: ...ring the vehicle Before driving off check the instrument cluster for a liftgate or door ajar message or warning indicator Driving off without first checking for the liftgate or door ajar message or warning indicator could result in unintentionally leaving the liftgate open while you are driving When opening The system will stop and a tone will sound three times when it detects an obstacle Remove t...

Page 83: ...and is available from an authorized dealer You can also create up to three of your own 5 digit personal entry codes Programming a Personal Entry Code To create your own personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code 2 Press the 1 2 on the keypad within five seconds 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code You must enter each number within five seconds of each other 4 For memory recall feature enter th...

Page 84: ... presses This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash The anti scan feature will turn off after one minute of keypad inactivity pressing the unlock button on the remote control switching the ignition on unlocking the vehicle using intelligent access Unlocking and Locking the Doors To unlock the driver door Enter the factory set 5 digit code or your personal code You ...

Page 85: ...ess a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used Using the wrong key may prevent the engine from starting A message may appear in the information display If you are unable to start the engine with a correctly coded key a malfunction has happened and a message may appear in the information display Automatic Arming Your vehicle arms immediately after you switch the ignition off Automatic Disarming...

Page 86: ...ters or standard SecuriLock keys You must have two previously programmed coded keys and the new unprogrammed key readily accessible See an authorized dealer to have the spare key programmed if two previously programmed coded keys are not available Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 1 Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition 2 Switch the ignition fro...

Page 87: ...cess keys to an authorized dealer to have them erased and reprogrammed if you would like to replace a previously programmed access key with a new access key or if you already have four access keys programmed to your vehicle You must have two previously programmed intelligent access keys inside the vehicle and the new unprogrammed intelligent access keys readily accessible See an authorized dealer ...

Page 88: ...rammed 7 Remove the intelligent access key from the center console pocket and press the unlock button on the newly programmed intelligent access key to exit programming mode 8 Verify that the remote entry functions operate press lock then unlock making sure you end in unlock and that the vehicle starts with new intelligent access key ANTI THEFT ALARM IF EQUIPPED The system will warn you of unautho...

Page 89: ...with the keyless entry pad Enter the vehicle using intelligent access if equipped Turn the ignition on with a valid key if equipped with an integrated keyhead transmitter only Press the panic button on the remote control The alarm system will still be armed but this shuts off the horn and turn lamps when the alarm is sounding Note If the driver door is unlocked with a key a tone will sound when yo...

Page 90: ...e steering column 2 Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position 3 Lock the steering column Power Tilt and Telescope Steering Column If Equipped WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving Note Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position Refer to Sitting in the Correct Position in the Seats chapter Steering Wheel 89 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Pri...

Page 91: ...feature Refer to the Seats chapter Pressing the adjustment control during memory recall will cancel the operation The column will respond to the adjustment control The steering column sets a stopping position just short of the end of the column position to prevent damage to the steering column A new stopping position will be set if the steering column encounters an object while tilting or telescop...

Page 92: ...EDIA Press repeatedly to scroll through available audio modes MUTE Press to silence the radio VOL Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume VOICE CONTROL IF EQUIPPED A Phone mode B Voice recognition See the SYNC or MyFord Touch chapter SEEK MEDIA MUTE VOL SEEK VOL A B Steering Wheel 91 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 93: ...CRUISE CONTROL Type 1 Type 2 See the Cruise Control chapter for information on this feature SET RES CNCL ON OFF GAP 92 Steering Wheel 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 94: ...center control on the faceplate Refer to MyFord system in the Audio Systems chapter MyFord Touch Use this control to adjust the right side of the cluster display Navigate through the screen and press OK to select Refer to the MyFord Touch chapter HEATED STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED See the MyFord Touch chapter Steering Wheel 93 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 95: ...he left side of the steering column Press and hold the appropriate control to move the pedals A Farther B Closer The pedal positions are saved and recalled with the memory feature if equipped Refer to the Seats chapter The pedals should only be adjusted when the vehicle is parked A B 94 Pedals 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 96: ...he interval between wipes will decrease when intermittent wipe is selected RAIN SENSING WIPERS IF EQUIPPED Note Wet road conditions may result in inconsistent or unexpected wiping or smearing Lower the sensitivity switch to normal or high speed wiping or turn the wipers off to reduce smearing Note Turn off the wipers before entering a car wash Use the rotary control to adjust the sensitivity to on...

Page 97: ...ll occur a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining washer fluid This feature can be turned on and off in the information display REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHERS Rotate the control to select 2 Intermittent operation shortest pause between wipes 1 Intermittent operation longest pause between wipes 0 Off Rotate and hold the control to either the top or bottom position to activate the rear wash...

Page 98: ... High Beams Push the lever forward to switch the high beams on Push the lever forward again or pull the lever toward you to switch the high beams off Headlamp Flasher Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate Lighting 97 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 99: ... the headlamp control The headlamps will remain on for a period of time after you switch the ignition off You can adjust the time delay using the message center in the instrument cluster See Information displays INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER Press repeatedly or press and hold until the desired level is reached Note In the uplevel message center only a message will pop up that will show incrementally ...

Page 100: ...6 Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position The headlamps and parking lamps will turn on 7 Turn the lighting control to the off position when the desired delay time has been reached The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off You can set the headlamp exit delay to one of the following settings Off 10 seconds 20 seconds 30 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds 120 seconds 180 seconds Note You ca...

Page 101: ...istract other drivers Note If it appears that automatic control of the high beams is not functioning properly check the windshield in front of the camera for blockage A clear view of the road is required for proper system operation Any windshield damage in the area of the camera field of view should be repaired Note If a blockage is detected e g bird dropping bug splatter snow or ice and no change...

Page 102: ...f the vehicle Vehicle speed is greater than 25 mph 40 km h Severe weather is not detected The high beams will switch off if An approaching vehicle s headlights or a preceding vehicle s tail lamps are detected The vehicle speed falls below 16 mph 25 km h The ambient light level is high enough that high beams are not needed Severe rain snow or fog is detected The camera is blocked Activating the sys...

Page 103: ...autolamps positions and the high beams are not turned on DIRECTION INDICATORS The turn signal lever does not mechanically lock in the upward or downward position when activated The turn signal control activation and cancellation is electronic Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal Push the lever again in either direction to manually cancel turn signal ...

Page 104: ...n on until the control is pressed again Front Row Map Lamps If Equipped To turn on the map lamps press the outer edge of the clear lens The front row map lamp lights when any door is opened the dome lamp button on the instrument panel is activated the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off Lighting 103 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 105: ... courtesy lamp can also be turned on and off manually by pressing the lens depression Third row cargo lamp The dome lamp lights when any door is opened the instrument panel dimmer button is pressed until the courtesy lamp comes on any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off The courtesy lamp can also be turned on and off manually by pressing the control switch Battery save...

Page 106: ...ndow Rear Window Buffeting You may hear a wind throb or buffeting noise when one or both of the rear windows are open This noise can be reduced by lowering a front window approximately 2 3 inches 5 8 centimeters One Touch Down This feature automatically opens the window Press the switch completely down and release The window will open fully Press or lift it again to stop the window One Touch Up or...

Page 107: ...le Take care when closing the windows to avoid personal injury Pull up the window switch and hold within two seconds of the window reaching the bounce back position The window will travel up with no bounce back protection The window will stop if you release the switch before the window is fully closed Accessory Delay You can use the window switches for several minutes after you switch the ignition...

Page 108: ...rrors Push the mirror toward the door window glass Make sure that you fully engage the mirror in its support when returning it to its original position Power Folding Mirrors If Equipped Note Activating the button 10 or more times within one minute or repeated folding and unfolding of the mirrors while holding the button down during full travel may disable the system to protect motors from overheat...

Page 109: ... Mirrors If Equipped The outer portion of the appropriate mirror housing blinks when you activate the turn signal Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors If Equipped WARNING Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex mirror built into the upper outboard corner of the exterior mirrors They are designed to assist you by increasing visibility along...

Page 110: ... Cross Traffic Alert CTA If Equipped Refer to Blind Spot Information System BLIS with Cross Traffic Alert CTA in the Driving Aids chapter INTERIOR MIRROR WARNING Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is moving Note Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum or ammonia based cleaning products You can adjust the interior mirror to your preferenc...

Page 111: ...d from behind your vehicle It will automatically return to normal reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear view when backing up SUN VISORS Slide On Rod Rotate the visor toward the side window and extend it rearward for extra sunlight coverage Retract the visor before moving it back toward the windshield and storing it Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror If Equipped Lift th...

Page 112: ...en the sunscreen Note The sunscreen stops at the first panel for the dual panel moon roof Press and release again to continue to open the sunscreen past the second panel Pull and release the control to close the sunscreen The moonroof if open will automatically close prior to closing the sunscreen Opening and Closing the Moonroof Press and release the SLIDE control to open the moonroof The sunscre...

Page 113: ...ack event to override the function The closing force begins to increase each of the next three times the moonroof is closed with bounce back active Venting the Moonroof Press and release the TILT control to vent the moonroof Pull and release the TILT control to close the moonroof 112 Windows and Mirrors 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 114: ...l gauge Fuel Gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is on The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located A B C D Instrument Cluster 113 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 115: ...on after starting the vehicle refer to the respective system warning light for additional information Note Some warning indicators are reconfigurable telltales RTT These indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning light but do not display on startup Adaptive cruise control if equipped RTT The speed control system indicator light changes color to indicate what mo...

Page 116: ...entarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running or in a position between on and start or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on position If it illuminates when you are driving check that the parking brake is not engaged If the parking brake is not engaged this indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunctio...

Page 117: ...mal range Engine coolant temperature RTT Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high Stop the vehicle as soon as possible switch off the engine and let cool Fog lamps Illuminates when the fog lamps are turned on Grade assist if equipped RTT Illuminates when grade assist is turned on Heads up display if equipped A red beam of lights will illuminate on the windshield in certain instances...

Page 118: ...essure warning Illuminates when your tire pressure is low If the light remains on at start up or while driving the tire pressure should be checked When the ignition is first turned to on the light will illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working If the light does not turn on or begins to flash contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Low washer fluid RTT Illuminates when the w...

Page 119: ...light blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing See the Readiness for inspection maintenance I M testing in the Fuel and Refueling chapter Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the on board diagnostics system OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Fuel and Refueling chapter If the light is blinking engine mis...

Page 120: ...Trac Traction control is active If the light remains on have the system serviced immediately Stability Control System Off Illuminates when AdvanceTrac Traction control has been disabled by the driver Transmission Tow Haul Feature if equipped RTT Displays when the Tow Haul feature has been activated If the light flashes steadily have the system serviced immediately damage to the transmission could ...

Page 121: ...lamps On Warning Chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened Parking Brake On Warning Chime Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking brake have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately 120 Ins...

Page 122: ...trols on the steering wheel Corresponding information is displayed in the information display Information Display Controls Type 1 Press the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through and highlight the options within a menu Press the right arrow button to enter a sub menu Press the left arrow button to exit a menu Press the OK button to choose and confirm a setting messages Menu You can access the...

Page 123: ... programmed Coolant Temp The engine coolant indicator will change colors indicating blue for cool gray for normal and red for hot If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool Settings Driver Assist Traction Ctrl Blind Spot Collision Warning Sensitivity if MyKey is programmed High Normal or Low C...

Page 124: ...wer Liftgate Switch Enabled or Disabled Remote Start Climate Control Heater A C Auto or Last Setting Steering Wheel Auto or Off Front Defrost Auto or Off Rear Defrost Auto or Off Driver Seat Auto or Off Passenger Seat Auto or Off Duration 5 10 or 15 minutes Quiet Start System Wipers Courtesy Wipe Rain Sensing Reverse Wiper Information Displays 123 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing Nov...

Page 125: ...o scroll through the list Trip Computer Resetting the Trip Computer Press and hold OK on the current screen to reset the respective trip distance time and fuel information Trip Odometer Registers the mileage of individual journeys Distance to E Indicates the approximate distance the vehicle will travel on the fuel remaining in the tank Changes in driving pattern may cause the value to vary Inst Fu...

Page 126: ...es The small squares in the upper right corner display the different menu levels and how far in the menu levels you are Main menu From the main menu bar on the left side of the information display you can choose from the following categories Display Mode Trip 1 2 Fuel Economy Settings Information Scroll up down to highlight one of the categories then press the right arrow key or OK to enter into t...

Page 127: ...fter the round tachometer displays other display modes with the bar tachometer can also be chosen XXX mi km to empty Shows approximate fuel level before the fuel tank reaches empty The value is dynamic and can change raise or lower depending on driving style Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or o...

Page 128: ...ays the currently selected terrain management mode Trip 1 2 Choose between the standard or enhanced trip display See the Settings chart following to reach the trip display settings Trip 1 2 Standard display Enhanced display Trip distance X X Average fuel economy X Estimated amount of fuel consumed X Elapsed trip time X X Total odometer lower left corner Press OK to pause the Trip 1 or 2 screen Pre...

Page 129: ...stantaneous fuel economy XX Min Fuel History This display shows a bar chart of your fuel history Settings Vehicle Settings In this mode you can configure different driver setting choices Note Some items are optional and may not appear Driver Assist Traction Ctrl On default setting Off Blindspot On default on key cycle Off Collision Warning Sensitivity High Normal Low Chimes On default on key cycle...

Page 130: ...Driver s door Menu Control Standard Memory On See Menu control later in this section Oil Life Reset Set to XXX Power Liftgate Enable Disable Remote Start Climate Control using this feature allows you to select different climate control modes when the vehicle is started using the remote start feature Heater A C Auto Last Settings Front Defrost Auto Off Rear Defrost Auto Off Driver Seat Auto Off Pas...

Page 131: ...d speed or off Volume Limiter On Off Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys Some MyKey items will only appear if a MyKey is set Display Gauge Display Fuel Gauge Fuel Tach Trip Display Standard Enhanced Language English Español Français Units Distance Miles Gal Km Liters Temperature Fahrenheit F Celsius C Restore Defaults Hold OK to Restore Settings to Factory Defaults 130 Information Displays 20...

Page 132: ...Check All active warnings will display first if applicable The system check menu may appear different based upon equipment options and current vehicle status Use the up down arrow buttons to scroll through the list Menu control To change the menu control between Standard or Memory On refer to Vehicle Menu Control found in the table under Settings in this chapter Standard when in the Display Trip o...

Page 133: ...nction Displayed when a radar malfunction is preventing the ACC from engaging Adaptive Cruise Not Available Displayed when conditions exist such that the adaptive cruise cannot function properly Adaptive Cruise Not Available Sensor Blocked Displayed when the radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weather or ice mud water in front of radar Driver can typically clean the sensor...

Page 134: ...isabled to protect itself This is caused by operating the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is overheating The system will resume normal function and clear this message after driving a short distance with the road tire re installed or after the system is allowed to cool Check 4WD Displayed in conjunction with the powertrain malfunction reduced power light when the syst...

Page 135: ...has been started and the battery state of charge has recovered Turning off unnecessary electrical loads will allow faster battery state of charge recovery Transport Mode Contact Dealer Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Factory Mode Contact Dealer Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Low Battery Features Tempor Turned Off Displayed when the battery management system d...

Page 136: ...rred Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Vehicle Coming From X Displayed when the blind spot information system with cross traffic alert CTA system is operating and senses a vehicle Brake System Messages Action Description Brake Fluid Level Low Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately Check Brake System Displayed when the brake syst...

Page 137: ...ction Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system The system will be disabled Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Collision Warning Display Fault Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system display Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Door Messages Action Description X Door Ajar Displayed when a door...

Page 138: ...tarting Key Programmed x Keys Total Displayed during spare key programming when an intelligent access key is programmed to the system Max Number of Keys Programmed Displayed during spare key programming when the maximum number of keys have been programmed Press Brake to Start Displayed when the start stop button is pressed without the brake pedal being applied This is a reminder that the brake ped...

Page 139: ...erly Front Camera Malfunction Service Required The system has malfunctioned Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Keep Hands on Steering Wheel Displayed when the system requests the driver to keep their hands on the steering wheel Maintenance Messages Action Description LOW Engine Oil Pressure Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible turn off the engine Check the oil level If the w...

Page 140: ...t due to a system error See your authorized dealer MyKey Messages Action Description MyKey active Drive Safely Displayed when MyKey is active MyKey not Created Displayed during key programming when MyKey cannot be programmed Speed Limited to xx MPH km h Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on Vehicle Near MyKey Top Speed Displayed when a MyKey is in ...

Page 141: ... Off Road Hill Descent Messages Action Description For Hill Descent Reduce Speed XX MPH km h or Less Displayed when hill descent speed exceeds 20 MPH 32 KM H For Hill Descent Shift into Gear Displayed when hill descent control mode requires driver shift transmission into gear Driver Resume Control Displayed when the hill control mode requires the driver to resume control Hill Descent Control Activ...

Page 142: ...ode Active Displays terrain management mud ruts mode is currently active Terrain Management Sand Mode Displays driver selected terrain management sand mode Sand Mode Active Displays terrain management sand mode is currently active Mode Change Not Accepted Retry Displayed when terrain management mode cannot be changed at time of driver request Terrain Management System Fault Displays when the terra...

Page 143: ...he tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer Tire Pressure Sensor Fault Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning or your spare tire is in use For more information on how the system operates under these conditions refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Wheels and tires chapter If the ...

Page 144: ...units play commercially pressed 4 75 inch 12 centimeter 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 Note Do not insert CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed You should use a permanent felt tip marker ra...

Page 145: ...le extension and all folders containing MP3 files from F001 folder T001 track to F253 T255 Creating discs with only one level of folders helps with navigation through the disc files If you are burning your own MP3 discs it is important to understand how the system reads the structures you create While various files may be present files with extensions other than mp3 only files with the mp3 extensi...

Page 146: ... you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving Note Some features such as SIRIUS satellite radio may not be available in your location Check with your authorized dealer A RADIO Press this button to listen to the radio or change radio frequency bands Press the function buttons below the radio screen to select different radio functions B CD Pr...

Page 147: ...News use these buttons to find the previous or next channel in the selected category Press and hold one of these buttons to move quickly in that direction to the next channel or category In CD mode press one of these buttons to select the previous or next track Press and hold one of these buttons to move quickly in that direction within the current track G OK and arrow buttons Press the up and dow...

Page 148: ... defaults to off RBDS must be on for you to set a category SIRIUS Scan Select for a brief sampling of all available channels Show ESN Select to view your satellite radio electronic serial number ESN You need this number when communicating with SIRIUS to activate modify or track your account Channel Guide Select to view available satellite radio channels Press OK to open a list of the following opt...

Page 149: ...between 0 and 7 Sound Select to adjust settings for Treble Middle Bass Fade and Balance CD Settings Scan All Select to scan all disc selections Scan Folder Select to scan all music in the current MP3 folder CD Compression Select to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level Clock Settings Set Time Select to set the time Set Date Select to set the calendar date 24h ...

Page 150: ...l applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving Note The MyFord Touch system controls most of the audio features See the MyFord Touch chapter for more information A Eject Press this button to eject a CD B CD Slot Insert a CD C TUNE and TUNE In radio mode press these buttons to manually search through the radio frequency band In SIRIUS mode press these buttons to...

Page 151: ...control crash and injury We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle We recommend against the use of any hand held device while driving and encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect ...

Page 152: ...ext or previous available satellite radio station E Power and Volume Press this button to switch the system off and on Turn it to adjust the volume AUXILIARY INPUT JACK WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control crash and injury We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road Your primary responsibility is t...

Page 153: ...8 inch 3 5 millimeter connectors at each end 1 Switch off the engine radio and portable music player Set the parking brake and put the transmission in position P 2 Plug the extension cable from the portable music player into the auxiliary input jack 3 Switch the radio on Select either a tuned FM station or a CD 4 Adjust the volume as desired 5 Switch your portable music player on and adjust its vo...

Page 154: ... when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving The USB port is located in the center console It allows you to plug in media playing devices memory sticks and charge devices if supported See the SYNC chapter for more information MEDIA HUB IF EQUIPPED The media hub is located in the center console and has the following ...

Page 155: ...reception issues Antenna obstructions For optimal reception performance keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings bridges tunnels freeway overpasses parking garages dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a ground ba...

Page 156: ...e list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels and other features please visit www siriusxm com in the United States www sirius ca in Canada or call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number ESN You need your ESN to activate modify or track your satellite radio account When in satellite radio mode you can view this number by pressing SIRIUS and memory preset 1 at the same time T...

Page 157: ...n open area the signal should 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 Your satellite service is no longer available Call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 to resolve subscription issues No Channels Available All the channels in the selected category are either skipped or locked Use the channel guide to ...

Page 158: ...vents and floor vents Distributes air through the instrument panel vents Distributes air through the instrument panel vents floor vents and demister vents Distributes air through the floor vents C A C Press to turn air conditioning off and on Air conditioning cools the vehicle using outside air To improve air conditioning when starting your vehicle drive with the windows slightly open for two to t...

Page 159: ...temperature control Controls the temperature of the air circulated in the rear of your vehicle Press TEMP and TEMP to select the desired temperature I REAR CTRL Press to change control of the rear climate controls system from the front controls to the rear controls J Rear climate control system power Press to turn the rear climate control system off and on K Front fan speed control Controls the vo...

Page 160: ...ally determines fan speed air distribution A C operation and outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to maintain the selected temperature C Rear defrost Turns the heated windows and mirrors off and on See Heated windows and mirrors later in this chapter for more information If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors this button turns them on also D Defrost Distributes air thro...

Page 161: ...rs from entering your vehicle Note Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A C is selected or can be turned on manually in any airflow mode except Defrost Note For better cooling in hot conditions recirculated air automatically engages Panel or Panel Floor modes and the air conditioning is on You can switch to fresh air by pressing the recirculated air button again H DUAL Allows the passen...

Page 162: ...ows the passenger to set their temperature independent of the driver temperature D Recirculated air Press to switch between outside air and recirculated air When the LED on the button is lit the air currently in the passenger compartment is being recirculated Using recirculated air can reduce the time needed to cool the interior and reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle Note Recirculate...

Page 163: ...nd mirrors later in this chapter for more information If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors this button turns them on also I Defrost Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents This setting can also be used to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE CONTROL A Fan Speed Turn to increase or decrease the fan speed B Overh...

Page 164: ...e in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C mode adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle s transmission into position P vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission to continue to receive cool air from your A C system For maximum cooling performance in A C mode press MAX A C For maximum cooling performance in panel or panel floor modes 1 Move tempera...

Page 165: ...or extended periods of time in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C mode adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle s transmission into position P vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission to continue to receive cool air from your A C system For maximum cooling performance in AUTO mode press MAX A C For maximum cooling performance in manual overrid...

Page 166: ...dow defroster on CABIN AIR FILTER Note A cabin air filter must be installed at all times to prevent foreign objects from entering the system Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the system Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter which is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of the vehicle The p...

Page 167: ...ious settings The rear defroster and heated mirrors are not automatically turned on In cold weather maximum heat is provided in floor defrost mode The rear defroster and heated mirrors are automatically turned on Automatic Climate Systems Automatic Settings You can set the climate control to operate in AUTO mode through the information display setting Remote Start Climate Control Heater A C Auto T...

Page 168: ...ast selected before you turned off the engine Heated and Cooled Devices The climate control system controls other heated and cooled devices inside the vehicle You can switch these devices on if available and selected to AUTO in the information displays during remote start Heated devices usually switch on during cold weather and cooled devices during hot weather Climate Control 167 2013 Explorer ex...

Page 169: ...sk of injury in a crash or during heavy braking or when stopping suddenly When you use them properly the seat head restraint safety belt and airbags will provide optimum protection in the event of a crash We recommend that you follow these guidelines Do not recline the seat back more than 30 degrees from vertical Sit in an upright position with the base of your spine as far back as possible Adjust...

Page 170: ...on The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion WARNING The adjustable head restraint is a safety device Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied WARNING Install the head restraint properly to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash Note Before adjusting any head restraint adjust the seat back to a...

Page 171: ...aint A Lower Press and hold the guide sleeve adjust and release button C and push down on the head restraint A Remove Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position and then press and hold both the adjust and release button C and the unlock and remove button D then pull up on the head restraint Reinstall Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves and push the head re...

Page 172: ...ttons C then pull up on the head restraint Reinstall Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves and push the head restraint down until it locks Third row head restraints The head restraints consist of A Energy absorbing head restraint B Steel stems C Fold strap Fold Pull the fold strap C Pull it back up to reset Note Press the stow or fold button on the power folding seats to automatically fold ...

Page 173: ...aint Once it is in its forward most position tilt it forward once more to release it to the upright position Note Do not attempt to force the head restraint backward after it is tilted Instead continue tilting it forward until the head restraint releases to the upright position MANUAL SEATS WARNING Always drive and ride with your seat back upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Recl...

Page 174: ...icle is moving Moving the seats backward and forward WARNING Rock the seat backward and forward after releasing the lever to make sure that it is fully engaged Lumbar adjustment if equipped Seats 173 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 175: ...when the vehicle is moving WARNING Before returning the seat back to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seat back Power Seat Adjustments Power Lumbar 174 Seats 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 176: ... a programmed memory position in any gearshift position if the ignition is not on only in position P or N if the ignition is on Press the desired memory control to recall a memory position Recalling memory positions with the remote control You can recall memory positions when you press unlock on your remote control if the transmitter is programmed to a memory position or when you enter a valid per...

Page 177: ...se care when using the seat heater The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion because this may cause the seat heater to overheat Do not puncture the seat with pins needles or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may ...

Page 178: ... only function when the engine is running Note Do not do the following Place heavy objects on the seat Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat Allow the seat to dry thoroughly To operate the heated seats Press the heated seat symbol to cycle through the various heat settings and off Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights If the engine falls below...

Page 179: ... well area Move the front seats all the way forward and to the full up positions to ease access To remove an air filter 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter and rotate counterclockwise once the tabs are released then remove the filter To install a filter 1 First position the filter in its housing making sure that the far forward end is all the way up in the hous...

Page 180: ... belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a crash Lift the handle to adjust seat back rearward or forward The seat back can also fold forward until it is flat Fold flat seat back Lift the handle and fold the seat back forward until it is flat Note For the bench seats make sure the center safety belt is unbuckled before folding the seat back Seats 179 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guid...

Page 181: ...ith seats in tumbled position Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched or if the seat is tumbled the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop Note Remove items from the second row seat and make sure that no bulky objects such as purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats before tumbling them Note For second row be...

Page 182: ...ead restraint release strap 2 Lift the handle located on the side of the seat to fold the seat back flat 3 Lift the handle all the way up until the seat releases from the floor Rotate the seat forward to allow access to the third row Seats 181 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 183: ... if the rear latch hooks are not properly engaged to the floor striker If the seat back does not raise then repeat Step 4 6 Pull the head restraint back up to its normal adjusted position Make sure that the rear latch hooks are properly engaged with the floor striker Note Make sure that the seat and seat back are latched securely in position Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent prope...

Page 184: ... any objects are not trapped behind the seat back After returning the seat back to its original position pull on the seat back to make sure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision WARNING Do not adjust or release the seat floor latch while vehicle is in motion Do not operate the vehicle with seats in tumbled position Always latch ...

Page 185: ...return the seat back to the floor from tumbled position rotate the seat down until you hear it latching to the floor 4 Lift the seat back toward the rear of the vehicle and rotate the seat back until you hear a click locking it in the upright position Note The seat back will not raise if the rear latch hooks are not properly engaged to the floor striker If the seat back does not raise then repeat ...

Page 186: ... prevent proper seat engagement Folding the Third Row Manual Seat 1 Remove all objects from the seat and stowage tub 2 Fold the outboard head restraint by pulling the head restraint release strap 3 From the rear of the vehicle fold the seat back by pulling and holding the number 1 strap while pushing the seat back forward Release the strap once the seat back starts rotating forward 1 Seats 185 201...

Page 187: ...the third row manual seat Note Make sure that there are no objects such as books purses or briefcases on the load floor before unstowing the seat Failure to remove all objects from the top of the load floor prior to unstowing it may cause damage to the seat Note Make sure the area under the load floor is free of objects before unstowing it 1 Unlatch and lift the seat out of the tub in the floor by...

Page 188: ... cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seat back After returning the seat back to its original position pull on the seat back to make sure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or crash WARNING Do not drive the vehicle when the third row seat is rotated backwards During a sudden stop the safety belts are not functional in this posi...

Page 189: ... to allow the seat to complete the stowed position do not place objects under the seat before stowing Remove all objects from the seat and stowage tub Note In the unlikely event that the third row power seat stops prematurely or travels to an unexpected position press the FOLD button C to reset the seat and return it to a normal position These seats feature a power one touch operation that allows ...

Page 190: ...the seat to the normal seating position B STOW Press to stow the seat into the tub floor C FOLD Press to fold down the seat back D RH BOTH LH Press to select the normal stow and fold modes to activate the right hand seat the left hand seat or both A B C D Seats 189 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 191: ...E AUTOMATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED WARNING Make sure that the garage door and security device are free from obstruction when you are programming Do not program the system with the vehicle in the garage WARNING Do not use the system with any garage door opener that does not have the safety stop and reverse feature as required by U S Federal Safety Standards this includes any garage door opener manufac...

Page 192: ...mode by pressing and releasing the outer two buttons or all three buttons simultaneously do not press any button until the module times out after a few seconds and resets to normal mode When the module has timed out all three LED lamps will flash rapidly for a few seconds then turn off Any settings should remain as previously set The universal garage door opener replaces the common hand held garag...

Page 193: ...e following steps 4 Return to your car 5 Press and hold the function button you would like to use to control the garage door You may need to hold the button from 5 20 seconds during which time the selected button LED lamp will flash slowly 6 When the garage door moves release the button within one second The LED lamp will flash rapidly until programming is complete 7 Press and release the button a...

Page 194: ...for a few seconds and then release The LED lamps will flash slowly Note The following step must be completed within 2 5 minutes 4 Enter the corresponding DIP switch settings from left to right into the system by pressing and releasing the buttons corresponding to the settings you noted 5 Simultaneously press and release all three function buttons The LED lamps will illuminate 6 Press and hold the ...

Page 195: ...his 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 to your device not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance can void the user s authority to operate the equipment HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED WARNING Make sure that the garage doo...

Page 196: ...ecurity systems entry door locks and home or office lighting Additional system information can be found online at www homelink com or by calling the toll free help line on 1 800 355 3515 Programming Note Put a new battery in the hand held transmitter This will ensure quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal 1 With your vehicle parked outside of the garage and your k...

Page 197: ... once the HomeLink function button recognizes and accepts the hand held transmitter s radio frequency signal After programming the HomeLink button follow Steps 5 7 as listed below to program your garage door opener Note You may need a ladder to reach the unit and you may need to remove the cover or lamp lens on your garage door opener 5 Press the learn button on the garage door opener motor and th...

Page 198: ...nds Without releasing the button follow Step 1 in the Programming section For questions or comments contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Programming HomeLink to a Genie Intellicode 2 garage door opener Note The Genie Intellicode 2 transmitter must already be programmed to operate with the garage door opener Programing the transmitters To program HomeLink to the transmitter you mu...

Page 199: ... has been programmed successfully the Genie transmitter must be changed out of program mode To do this 1 Press and hold the previously programmed Genie button on the hand held transmitter for 10 seconds The indicator light will change from red to red and green 2 Press the same button twice to confirm the change If done correctly the LED will turn green Programming HomeLink to the Genie Intellicode...

Page 200: ...should be released Programming has now been erased and the LED should blink slowly to indicate the device is in train mode when any one of the three HomeLink buttons is pressed FCC and RSS 210 Industry Canada Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful inte...

Page 201: ...ty of 12 volts DC180 watts or a fuse may blow Note Do not use the power point for operating a cigarette lighter element Note Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Note Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Run the engine for full capacity use of the power point To prevent the battery from being discharged Do not use the power point lon...

Page 202: ... The 110 volt AC power point outlet is used for powering electrical devices that require up to 150 watts Exceeding the 150 watt limit will cause the power point to cut off the power temporarily to provide overload protection The power point is located on the back of the center console The power point is not designed for the following electric appliances they may not work properly Cathode ray tube ...

Page 203: ...n overheating condition The power point can provide power whenever the ignition is on and the indicator light is on The indicator light is located in the top left corner of the power point When the indicator light is on power point is ready to supply power off power point power supply is off ignition is not on blinking power point is in fault mode 202 Auxiliary Power Points 2013 Explorer exp Owner...

Page 204: ...int C Power point and 110 volt AC power point outlet if equipped on the rear of the console D Auxiliary AV connections USB ports and power point located forward of the shifter Rear Center Console If Equipped A Flip forward armrest to provide a flat load floor B Utility compartment C Cupholders A C B Storage Compartments 203 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 205: ...e appearance of the overhead console will vary according to your option package Press near the rear edge of the door to open it 204 Storage Compartments 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 206: ...cked by an authorized dealer immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes If you disconnect the battery your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics for approximately 5 miles 8 kilometers after you connect it This is because the engine management system must realign itself with the engine You may disregard any unusual driving characteristics during this period The powertrai...

Page 207: ... On All electrical circuits are operational and the warning lamps and indicators illuminate D Start Cranks the engine KEYLESS STARTING IF EQUIPPED Note The keyless starting system may not function if the key is close to metal objects or electronic devices such as mobile phones Note A valid key must be located inside your vehicle to switch the ignition on and start the engine Note When locking your...

Page 208: ...brake pedal press and release the button once from accessory mode Without applying the brake pedal press and release the button twice from off mode Start Starts the engine Press the brake pedal and then press the button for any length of time An indicator light on the button illuminates when then ignition is on and when the engine starts Starting Your Vehicle 1 Fully press the brake pedal 2 Make s...

Page 209: ... Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is in Motion WARNING Switching off the engine when the vehicle is still moving will result in a loss of brake and steering assistance The steering will not be locked but higher effort will be required When the ignition is switched off some electrical circuits warning lights and indicators may also be off 1 Press and hold the button for one second or press it ...

Page 210: ... the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off Make sure the parking brake is set Make sure the gearshift is in position P Turn the ignition on without starting the...

Page 211: ... for long periods of time we recommend that you do one of the following Open the windows at least 1 inch 2 5 centimeters Set your climate control to outside air ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED WARNING Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury WARNING Do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters...

Page 212: ...xtension cord are firmly connected Check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately 30 minutes Make sure the system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving your vehicle Make sure the protective cover seals the prongs of the block heater cord plug when not in use Keep plug terminals clean and free of dirt and corrosion Make sure the heate...

Page 213: ...s 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 Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before refueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swa...

Page 214: ...age and a loss of vehicle performance repairs may not be covered under warranty Choosing the Right Fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 15 ethanol Do not use fuel ethanol E85 diesel fuel fuel methanol leaded fuel or any other fuel because it could damage or impair the emission control system Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic...

Page 215: ... offer fuels posted as Regular with an octane rating below 87 particularly in high altitude areas Fuels with octane levels below 87 are not recommended Premium fuel will provide improved performance and is recommended for severe duty usage such as trailer tow Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily while you are using fuel with the recommended octan...

Page 216: ...ot try to pry open or push open the capless fuel system with foreign objects This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or others Note Do not use aftermarket funnels they will not work with the capless fuel system and can damage it The included funnel has been specially designed to work safely with your vehicle When filling the vehicle s fuel tank from a portable fuel c...

Page 217: ...avoid electrostatic charge build up when filling an ungrounded fuel container Place approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Easy Fuel No Cap Fuel System WARNING The fue...

Page 218: ...ed with the vehicle several times to dislodge any debris and allow the inlet to close properly If this action corrects the problem the message may not reset immediately It may take several driving cycles for the message to turn off A driving cycle consists of an engine start up after four or more hours with the engine off followed by city or highway driving Continuing to drive with the message on ...

Page 219: ...y 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading 5 Calculate fuel economy as follows Standard Divide miles traveled by gallons used Me...

Page 220: ...ng to the 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 Mot...

Page 221: ...y 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 3 The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed See Easy Fuel No Cap Fuel System in this chapter 4 Driving through deep water the electrical system may be wet These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel properly closing the fuel fill inlet or letting the electri...

Page 222: ...urn 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 testing if the service engine soon indicator stays on solid it means that the vehicle is ready for I M testing The OBD II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving A complete che...

Page 223: ...ins to slow down the torque converter clutch locks up and aggressively shuts off fuel flow to the engine while decelerating This fuel economy benefit may be perceived as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning To shift your vehicle from P into gear Press the brake p...

Page 224: ...ransmission gear ranges are available when using tow The tow feature delays upshifts to reduce frequency of transmission shifting Tow also provides engine braking in all forward gears when the transmission is in the D Overdrive position This engine braking will slow the vehicle and assist the driver in controlling the vehicle when descending a grade Depending on driving conditions and load conditi...

Page 225: ...ent cluster is illuminated Grade assist is designed to aid the driver with optimal gear selection in hilly terrain or mountainous areas but is not intended for normal operation It is recommended that you return to O D overdrive mode on flat terrain to provide the best fuel economy and transmission function Press the transmission control switch again to return to normal D Drive position with O D Th...

Page 226: ...gine speeds Note The system will stay in M Manual until the gear shift lever is moved into another gear for example P park or D Drive SelectShift Automatic Transmission Your SelectShift automatic transmission gives you the ability to manually change gears if you d like To use SelectShift move the gearshift lever into M Manual Now you can use select shift to manually change gears If your vehicle is...

Page 227: ... to the recommended shift speeds according to the following chart Upshifts when accelerating recommended for best fuel economy Shift from 1 2 15 mph 24 km h 2 3 25 mph 40 km h 3 4 40 mph 64 km h 4 5 45 mph 72 km h 5 6 50 mph 80 km h The information display in the instrument cluster will show the current selected gear you are in In order to prevent the engine from running at too low an RPM which ma...

Page 228: ...parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer Use the BSI lever to move the gearshift lever from the park position in the event of an electrical malfunction or if your vehicle has a dead battery Apply the parking brake turn the ignition key to the off position and remove the key 1 Using a screwdriver...

Page 229: ...ion is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation Additionally whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed the strategy must be relearned If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow Note Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature...

Page 230: ...the accelerator pedal when your vehicle is on a slope The brakes are released automatically once the engine has developed sufficient drive to prevent the vehicle from rolling down the slope This is an advantage when pulling away on a slope for example from a car park ramp traffic lights or when reversing uphill into a parking space Using Hill Start Assist 1 Press the brake pedal to bring the vehic...

Page 231: ...ve wheel slip such as deep sand To resume normal 4WD function as soon as possible stop the vehicle in a safe location and stop the engine for at least 10 minutes After the engine has been restarted and the 4WD system has adequately cooled the 4WD Off message will turn off and normal 4WD function will return The 4WD Off message will turn off when the system cools and normal 4WD function returns If ...

Page 232: ...teristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles both on and off the road Truck and utility vehicles can differ from some other vehicles Your vehicle may be higher to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components The differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car Maintai...

Page 233: ...y lose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly It often may be less risky to strike small objects such as highway reflectors with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of control or roll over Remember your safety and the safety of others should be your pr...

Page 234: ...wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control not more Additionally smooth variations of the accelerator and or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for Avoid abrupt steering acceleration or braking which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollove...

Page 235: ...en 4WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud As when you are driving over sand apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels If the vehicle does slide steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle If the transmission transfer case or front axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary If the front or rear axle is s...

Page 236: ... possibility of stalling If you do stall out Do not try to turn around because you might roll over It is better to back down to a safe location Apply just enough power to the wheels to climb the hill Too much power will cause the tires to slip spin or lose traction resulting in loss of vehicle control Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake appli...

Page 237: ...d sudden braking as well Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate better than a two wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice it won t stop any faster because as in other vehicles braking occurs at all four wheels Do not become overconfident as to road conditions Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles for stopping Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower g...

Page 238: ...e that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device such as ladder racks or pickup box cover Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty increase your repair cost reduce vehicle performance and operational cap...

Page 239: ...y Gently press the brake pedal a few times when driving from a car wash or standing water to dry the brakes Brake Over Accelerator If the accelerator pedal becomes stuck or entrapped apply steady and firm pressure to the brake pedal to slow your vehicle and reduce engine power If you experience this condition apply the brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe stop Turn the engine off shift to posit...

Page 240: ... The anti lock braking system will not eliminate the dangers inherent when you drive too closely to the vehicle in front of you your vehicle is hydroplaning you take corners too fast the road surface is poor PARKING BRAKE WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated then driving the vehicle could result in reduced braking ability increased stopping ...

Page 241: ...stem the stability control light will illuminate steadily Verify that the Traction Control System was not manually disabled using the information display control If the stability control light still illuminates steadily have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately Operating your vehicle with Traction Control disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicl...

Page 242: ...nput for the conditions Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage Activation of the AdvanceTrac system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road this could reduce the operator s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of v...

Page 243: ...not be completely turned off but the electronic stability control and roll stability control portions of the system are disabled when the transmission is in position R You can turn curve control off by using the terrain management system See the Terrain Management chapter You can also turn off the traction control portion of the system independently See the Traction Control chapter 242 Stability C...

Page 244: ...action Control chapter 2 Sand mode should be selected in soft dry sand or deep gravel If crossing wet sand that may be sufficiently deep enough for the wheels to sink into the surface select Mud Ruts mode 3 Mud Ruts mode should be selected for muddy rutted soft or uneven terrain 4 Normal mode is for on road conditions and should be selected before driving on surfaces which are similar to a hard ro...

Page 245: ...oss of vehicle control crash or serious injury WARNING Hill descent control does not provide hill hold at zero mph 0 km h When stopped the parking brake must be applied and or the vehicle must be placed in P Park or it may roll away Hill descent control allows the driver to set and maintain vehicle speed while descending steep grades in various surface conditions Hill descent control can maintain ...

Page 246: ...ressed and HDC is active HILL DESCENT CONTROL ACTIVE will appear in the message center for several seconds At speeds below 20 mph 32 km h When the HDC button is pressed and conditions are not correct for hill descent activation the HDC system will be enabled the light on the button will be on solid and HILL DESCENT CONTROL READY will be displayed in the message center for several seconds At speeds...

Page 247: ...r objects particularly those close to the ground WARNING Certain add on devices such as large trailer hitches bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the system may create false beeps Note Keep the sensors located on the bumper fascia free from snow ice and large accumulations of dirt If the sensors are covered the system s accuracy can be affected Do not...

Page 248: ...s continuously If a stationary or receding object is detected farther than 12 inches 30 centimeters from the side of the vehicle the tone sounds for only three seconds Once the system detects an object approaching the warning sounds again A Coverage area of up to 6 feet 2 meters from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper The system detects certain object...

Page 249: ...stem may not function correctly if something passes between the front bumper and the parking space i e a pedestrian or cyclist or if the edge of the neighboring parked vehicle is high from the ground i e a bus tow truck or flatbed truck Note The sensors may not detect objects in heavy rain or other conditions that cause disruptive reflections Note The sensors may not detect objects with surfaces t...

Page 250: ...that the selected space remains clear of obstructions at all times in the maneuver Note Vehicles with overhanging loads e g a bus or a truck street furniture and other items may not be detected by active park assist You must ensure the selected space is suitable for parking Note The vehicle should be driven as parallel to other vehicles as possible while passing a parking space Note The system alw...

Page 251: ...orward in the space are displayed in the touch screen While reversing the touch screen displays a message instructing the driver to check their surroundings for safety reasons and to back up slowly accompanied by a corresponding graphic When you think the vehicle has enough space in front and behind it or you hear a solid tone from the parking aid bring the vehicle to a complete stop When automati...

Page 252: ...es may occur in normal operation For recurring or frequent active park assist faults contact an authorized dealer to have your vehicle serviced Troubleshooting the System The system does not look for a space The traction control system may be off Any door except the driver s may not be completely closed The system does not offer a particular space Something may be contacting the front bumper or si...

Page 253: ...ion has changed detection capabilities A parked vehicle has a high attachment i e salt sprayer snowplow moving truck bed etc The parking space length or position of parked objects changed after your vehicle passed The temperature around your vehicle changes quickly i e driving from a heated garage into the cold or after leaving a car wash REAR VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED WARNING The rear view c...

Page 254: ...cts behind the vehicle The camera is located on the liftgate Using the Rear View Camera System The rear view camera system displays what is behind your vehicle when you place the transmission in R Reverse The system uses three types of guides to help you see what is behind your vehicle 1 Active guidelines Show the intended path of the vehicle when reversing 2 Fixed guidelines Show the actual path ...

Page 255: ... are not operating Do not use the rear view camera display when lighting is low until both reverse lamps are functional The camera s view is obstructed by mud water or debris Clean the lens with a soft lint free cloth and non abrasive cleaner The rear of the vehicle is hit or damaged causing the camera to become misaligned Check with your authorized dealer to have the rear view camera system check...

Page 256: ... changed while reversing the vehicle might deviate from the original intended path The fixed and active guidelines fade in and out depending on the steering wheel position When the steering wheel position is straight the active guidelines are not shown Always use caution while reversing Objects in the red zone are closest to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are further away Objects are g...

Page 257: ... is only available when the transmission is in R Reverse Note When manual zoom is enabled only the centerline is shown Allows the driver to get a closer view of an object behind the vehicle The zoomed image keeps the bumper in the image to provide a reference The zoom is only active while the transmission is in R Reverse When the transmission is shifted out of R Reverse the feature automatically t...

Page 258: ...ing downhill Note Cruise control will disengage if your vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed while driving uphill The cruise controls are located on the steering wheel Switching Cruise Control On Press the ON control up and release The indicator will appear in the instrument cluster Setting a Speed 1 Accelerate to the desired speed 2 Press the SET control upward an...

Page 259: ...ase RES Switching Cruise Control Off Note The set speed is erased when you switch off cruise control Press the OFF control down and release or turn off the ignition USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL IF EQUIPPED WARNING Always pay close attention to changing road conditions especially when using adaptive cruise control Adaptive cruise control cannot replace attentive driving Failing to follow any of th...

Page 260: ... the steering wheel At startup the system sets the gap to the last selected setting Once activated you can deactivate the system at any time by pressing the brake pedal pressing the steering wheel ON OFF control or pressing the RES CNCL control In addition you can temporarily increase the vehicle speed above the current speed by manually pressing on the accelerator pedal The controls for using you...

Page 261: ...ious injury or death WARNING Adaptive cruise control only warns of vehicles detected by the radar sensor In some cases there may be no warning or the warning may be delayed The driver should always apply the brakes when necessary Failing to do so may result in a collision serious injury or death Note The brakes may emit a sound when they are being modulated by the adaptive cruise control system Wh...

Page 262: ... It is your responsibility to select a gap appropriate to the driving conditions You can decrease or increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you by pressing the GAP control up or down The selected gap will display in the information display as shown by the bars in the graphic Four gap distance settings are available Graphic display bars between vehicles Following dis...

Page 263: ... will resume operation when you release the accelerator pedal The vehicle speed will decrease to the set speed or a lower speed if following a slower vehicle Changing the Set Speed There are three ways to change the set speed Accelerate or brake to the desired speed and press SET upward and release Increase or decrease the speed by holding SET upward or downward until the desired set speed is show...

Page 264: ...ystem shuts down if it is applying brakes for an extended period of time This allows the brakes to cool down The system will function normally again when the brakes have cooled down You should select a lower gear position when the system is active in situations such as prolonged downhill driving on steep grades for example driving in mountainous areas Your vehicle needs additional engine braking i...

Page 265: ...only detect these vehicles once they move fully into your lane C There may be issues with the detection of vehicles in front when driving into and coming out of a bend or curve in the road In these cases the system may brake late or unexpectedly You should stay alert and intervene when necessary If the front end of your vehicle is hit or damaged the radar sensing zone may be altered causing missed...

Page 266: ...ntrol which could result in serious injury WARNING Do not use tires sizes other than those recommended because this can affect the normal operation of ACC Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control which could result in serious injury A message regarding a blocked sensor is displayed if the radar signals from the sensor have been obstructed The sensor is located behind a fascia cover...

Page 267: ...itch to normal cruise control Due to the nature of radar technology it is possible to get a blockage warning and not be blocked This can happen for example when driving in sparse rural or desert environments A false blocked condition will either self clear or clear after a key cycle Switching to Normal Cruise Control WARNING Normal cruise control will not brake due to slower vehicles Always be awa...

Page 268: ...ertness is reduced below a certain threshold the system will alert you using a chime and a message in the cluster display Switching the System On and Off By default the system is enabled You may disable or re enable the system by selecting Setting then Driver Assist then Driver Alert in the menu When activated the system will monitor your alertness level based upon your driving behavior in relatio...

Page 269: ... As the rest icon is approached the color turns from green to yellow to red The yellow position represents the first warning is active and the red position represents the second warning is active Note If you have recently received a warning you should consider resting even if the current assessment is with the typical range Note The alertness level will be shown in grey if the camera sensor cannot...

Page 270: ...ed or if the windshield is damaged the system may not function Note When Aid mode is on and the system detects no driver steering activity for a short period after system activation the system alerts the driver to put their hands on the steering wheel The system may detect a light touch or grip on the steering wheel as hands off driving Switching the System On and Off To turn the system on the but...

Page 271: ...e is detected Alert Aid Sensitivity This setting affects where in the lane a warning is provided e g the increased sensitivity setting will move the warning zones in closer This setting does not impact the aid mode Normal Increased Intensity This setting affects the intensity of the steering wheel vibration used for the alert mode This setting does not impact the aid mode Low Medium High System Di...

Page 272: ...rain fog traffic conditions e g following a large vehicle that is blocking or shadowing the lane or vehicle conditions e g poor headlamp illumination See Troubleshooting for additional information Green Indicates that the system is available or ready to provide a warning or intervention on the indicated side s Yellow Indicates that the system is providing or has just provided a lane keeping aid in...

Page 273: ... or water on the windshield Too close to the vehicle in front of you Transitioning between no lane markings to lane markings or vice versa Standing water on the road Faint lane markings partial yellow lane markings on concrete roads Lane width too narrow or too wide Camera not calibrated after a windshield replacement When driving on tight roads or on uneven roads Why does the vehicle not come bac...

Page 274: ...driver in detecting vehicles that may have entered the blind spot zone A The detection area is on both sides of the vehicle extending rearward from the exterior mirrors to approximately 10 feet 3 meters beyond the bumper The system alerts you if certain vehicles enter the blind spot zone while driving CTA warns the driver of vehicles approaching from the sides when the transmission is in R Reverse...

Page 275: ...al is on CTA detects approaching vehicles from up to 45 feet 14 meters away though coverage decreases when the sensors are blocked Reversing slowly helps increase the coverage area and effectiveness WARNING To help avoid personal injury NEVER use the CTA system as a replacement for using the interior and exterior mirrors and looking over your shoulder before backing out of a parking space CTA is n...

Page 276: ... the approaching vehicle is coming from Note The alert indicator dims when the headlamp switch is not in the off position and nighttime darkness is detected CTA also sounds a series of tones and a message appears in the information display indicating a vehicle is coming from the right or left CTA works with the reverse sensing system which sounds its own series of tones see the Parking Aids chapte...

Page 277: ...e system detects a degraded performance condition BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE or CROSS TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE appear in the information display and the alert indicator illuminates in the appropriate mirror s The information display warning can be cleared but the alert indicator remains illuminated When the blockage is removed the system can be reset in two ways 1 when at least two objects are detected...

Page 278: ...ss through the blind zone The following are other situations that may limit the CTA system Adjacently parked vehicles or objects obstructing the sensors Approaching vehicles passing at speeds greater than 15 mph 24 km h Driving in reverse faster than 3 mph 5 km h Backing out of an angled parking spot False Alerts Note If the vehicle has a factory equipped tow bar and it is towing a trailer the sen...

Page 279: ...ack on must also be done at the dealership COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED WARNING This system is designed to be a supplementary driving aid It is not intended to replace the driver s attention and judgment or the need to apply the brakes This system does NOT activate the brakes automatically Failure to press the brake pedal to activate the brakes may result in a collision WARNING The collisi...

Page 280: ...ies the vehicle s brakes The brake pedal must be pressed just like any typical braking situation The warning system and chime can be turned on and off separately the warning system sensitivity can be adjusted to one of three possible settings by using the information display control Refer to the Information Displays chapter Note If the system cannot be turned off in a vehicle equipped with MyKey r...

Page 281: ...ove the object causing the obstruction The surface of the radar in the grille is clean but the message remains in the display Wait a short time It may take several minutes for the radar to detect that it is no longer obstructed Heavy rain spray snow or fog is interfering with the radar signals The collision warning system is temporarily disabled Collision warning should automatically reactivate a ...

Page 282: ...build up on the grille near the headlamps see blocked sensor section Small distance to vehicle ahead Steering wheel and pedal movements are large very active driving style High interior temperatures which may deactivate the illumination or the warning lamps until the interior temperature reduces audible warning still sounds Certain conditions may reduce the visibility of the warning lamp therefore...

Page 283: ... if a system error is detected You may not notice any difference in the feel of your steering but a serious condition may exist Failure to do so may result in loss of steering control Your vehicle is equipped with an electric power assisted steering system There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving or if the ignition is turned off you ...

Page 284: ...even tire wear loose or worn suspension components loose or worn steering components improper vehicle alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander pull Driving Aids 283 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 285: ...well as maintain a low center of gravity Loaded vehicles with higher centers 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 Note The maximum recommended load is 100 pounds 45 kilograms evenly distributed on the crossbars Note Loads should never be placed directly ...

Page 286: ...e of the crossbar 3 Tighten the tie down hooks at both sides of the crossbar by turning them clockwise until tight A small screwdriver or similar tool can be used to tighten the hook an additional half turn Make sure to check that the tie down hooks are tight each time a load is added or removed from the roof rack and periodically while traveling Make sure that the load is secure before traveling ...

Page 287: ...load 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 listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload WARNING The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available o...

Page 288: ...Example only Load Carrying 287 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 289: ...ts the door latch post next to the driver s seating position The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR Note For trailer towing information refer to 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 ...

Page 290: ...le weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Load Carrying 289 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 291: ... 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 your authorized dealer for more detailed information Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight refers to the amount of the weight tha...

Page 292: ...0 lb 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...

Page 293: ...acity to transport the cement and your friend home In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 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 The label shall be affixed t...

Page 294: ...ovement affects your vehicle when driving Load the heaviest items closest to the trailer floor Load the heaviest items centered between the left and right side trailer tires Load the heaviest items above the trailer axles or just slightly forward toward the trailer tongue Do not allow the final trailer tongue weight to go above or below 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight Select a tow bar with the ...

Page 295: ...on RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS Note Do not exceed the trailer weight for your vehicle configuration listed in the chart below Note Make sure to take into consideration trailer frontal area Do not exceed 20 feet2 1 86 meters2 trailer frontal area if your vehicle can tow a Class I trailer 40 feet2 3 72 meters2 trailer frontal area if your vehicle can tow a Class III trailer Note For high altitude ope...

Page 296: ...10 4495 5000 2268 3 5L TiVCT 7 passenger Class III 9980 4527 5020 2277 Four wheel drive vehicles 3 5L TiVCT 6 passenger Class I 7100 3221 2000 907 3 5L TiVCT 7 passenger Class I 7110 3225 2020 916 3 5L TiVCT 6 passenger Class III 10160 4608 5000 2268 3 5L TiVCT 7 passenger Class III 10160 4608 5040 2286 For towing trailers up to 3500 pounds 1588 kilograms use a weight carrying hitch and ball which...

Page 297: ...n terms found on the tire label and Safety Compliance label and for instructions on calculating your vehicle s load refer to Load limit in the Load Carrying chapter Remember to account for the trailer tongue weight as part of your vehicle load when calculating the total vehicle weight Trailer Towing Connector Vehicles Equipped with a Trailer towing or Prep Package The trailer towing connector is l...

Page 298: ...he cover rearward to remove it The fasteners remain attached to the cover 2 To reinstall the cover insert the four plastic tabs on top of the cover into the corresponding slots B and push the cover into the bumper trim 3 Hold the cover against the bumper trim and reinstall the two 1 4 turn fasteners by turning them clockwise A A B B B B Towing 297 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing Nov...

Page 299: ...ut the trailer on a level surface 2 Measure the height of the top of your vehicle s front wheel opening on the fender This is H1 3 Attach the trailer to your vehicle without the weight distributing bars connected 4 Measure the height of the top of your vehicle s front wheel opening on the fender a second time This is H2 5 Install and adjust the tension in the weight distributing bars so that the h...

Page 300: ...er lamp wiring to the vehicle s tail lamp wiring this may damage the electrical system resulting in a fire Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible for assistance in proper trailer tow wiring installation Additional electrical equipment may be required Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure all running lights brake lights turn signals and hazard lights are working Befo...

Page 301: ...g brake 3 Place the automatic transmission in position P 4 Place wheel chocks in front and back of the trailer wheels Chocks not included with vehicle Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft PWC Note Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Note Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water When backing down a ra...

Page 302: ...cedure Vehicle damage may occur if towed incorrectly or by any other means Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle It is acceptable to have your front wheel drive vehicle towed from the front if using proper wheel lift equipment to raise the front w...

Page 303: ...orward for towing in a forward direction Place the transmission in position N See Automatic transmission in the Transmission chapter if you cannot move the transmission into N Maximum speed is 35 mph 56 km h Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 kilometers Recreational Towing Vehicles Equipped with a 2 0L Engine Note Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust fumes from ...

Page 304: ... four wheels off the ground using a vehicle transport trailer Do not tow your all wheel drive vehicle with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly and the rear wheels on the ground This causes damage to your all wheel drive system If you are using a vehicle transport trailer follow the instruction specified by the equipment provider If you are towing with all four wheels on the ground...

Page 305: ...cipate stops slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Close the windows for high speed driving Drive at reasonable speeds traveling at 55 mph 88 km h uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 65 mph 105 km h Keep the tires properly inflated and use only the recommended size Use the recommended engine oil Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance Ther...

Page 306: ...ars or the bottom of the hubs for trucks When driving through water traction or brake capability may be limited Also water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Note Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Note Once through the water a...

Page 307: ...r any other covering in the vehicle footwell that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle Never place floor mats or any other covering on top of already installed floor mats Floor mats should always rest on top of the vehicle carpeting surface and not another floor mat or other covering Additional floor mats or an...

Page 308: ...erence with pedal operation causing loss of control of vehicle To install floor mats position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the retention post and press down to lock in To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure Driving Hints 307 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 309: ... 5 liters of gasoline or 5 0 gallons 18 9 liters of diesel fuel to 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 and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 kilometers of the disablement locatio...

Page 310: ...ked to submit their original receipts Vehicles Sold in Canada Getting Roadside Assistance Canadian customers who require roadside assistance call 1 800 665 2006 Vehicles Sold in Canada Using Roadside Assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In Canada the card is found in the warranty information in the glove box Canadian roadsi...

Page 311: ...CH WARNING Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision In the event of a moderate to severe collision this vehicle is equipped with a fuel pump shut off feature that stops the flow of fuel to the engine Not every im...

Page 312: ...ill not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation Preparing Your Vehicle Note Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle Note Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 1 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle maki...

Page 313: ...ive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor or fuel injection system Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system ...

Page 314: ...negative terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions 4 1 3 2 Ro...

Page 315: ...zed 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 Customer Relationship ...

Page 316: ...ollowing information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center Vehicle Identification Number VIN Your telephone number home and business The name of the authorized dealer and city where located The vehicle s current odometer reading In some states you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair at...

Page 317: ...ious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the nee...

Page 318: ...re all findings of the BBB Auto Line dispute and decision are admissible in the court action Should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision Ford is then bound by the decision and must comply with the decision within 30 days of receipt of your acceptance letter BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be as...

Page 319: ... CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all Canadian territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 or visit www camvap ca GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle ...

Page 320: ...while you are traveling or living in Puerto Rico contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact FORD MOTOR COMPANY FORD EXPORT OPERATIONS GLOBAL INITIATIVES Customer Relationship Center 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 313 594 4857 FAX 313 390 0804 Email www ford com pr If your vehicle must be serviced wh...

Page 321: ...listed Customers in the U S should call 1 800 392 3673 ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth Michigan 48170 Attention Customer Service Or to order a free publication catalog call toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST Helm Incorporated can also be reached b...

Page 322: ...ler 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 CANADA ONLY If you believe that your vehicle ...

Page 323: ... before replacing any electrical components Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 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 Blue 25A Natural Natural Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Gre...

Page 324: ...ds If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected see Changing the Vehicle Battery in the Maintenance chapter The high current fuses are coded as follows Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components 1 Not used 2 Not used 3 30A Trailer brake control module 97 98 77 96 95 94 93 92 91 90 89 88 66 44 78 56 39 26 18 16 17 3 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 19 20 21 22 23 24 27 28 29 30 31 40 41 42 43...

Page 325: ...elay 15 Fuel pump relay 16 Not used 17 40A 110V AC powerpoint 18 40A Front blower motor 19 30A Starter motor 20 20A Powerpoint 1 cigar lighter 21 20A Powerpoint 3 cargo area 22 30A 3rd row seat module 23 30A Driver power seat Memory module 24 30A Trailer tow TT battery charge 25 Not used 26 40A Rear window defroster Heated mirrors 27 20A Powerpoint console 28 30A Climate controlled seats 29 40A En...

Page 326: ...ine cooling fan 1 and 2 low speed relay 1 36 Not used 37 TT right stop turn lamps relay 38 TT back up relay 39 40A Auxiliary blower motor 40 Not used 41 Not used 42 30A Passenger seat 43 40A ABS valves 44 Rear washer relay 45 5A Rain sensor 46 Not used 47 Not used 48 Not used 49 Not used 50 15A Heated mirrors 51 Not used 52 Not used 53 TT left stop turn lamps relay 54 Not used 55 Wiper relay 56 15...

Page 327: ...Powertrain control module PCM relay 67 20A Vehicle power VPWR 2 emission related powertrain components 68 20A VPWR 4 ignition coils 69 20A VPWR 1 PCM 70 10A VPWR 3 coil All wheel drive module A C variable compressor control 71 Not used 72 Not used 73 Not used 74 Not used 75 Not used 76 Not used 77 TT park lamps relay 78 20A Right HID headlamps 79 5A Adaptive cruise control ACC 80 Not used 81 Not u...

Page 328: ...nt blower relay coil Electrical Power Assist Steering EPAS module 90 10A PCM TCM ECM 2 0L engine 91 10A ACC 92 10A ABS module Plant EVAC and fill 93 5A Rear blower motor Rear defroster TT battery charge relays 94 30A Passenger compartment fuse panel run start 95 Not used 96 Not used 97 Not used 98 A C clutch relay Mini Fuses Cartridge Fuses Fuses 327 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing ...

Page 329: ...use amp rating Protected components 1 30A One touch up and down driver front window 2 15A Not used spare 3 30A One touch up and down passenger front window 4 10A Interior demand lamps overhead console second row cargo Glove box lamp Second and third row seat release Visor lamps 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 33 41 42 43 44 45 34 35 36 37 23 24 25 26 27 28 38 46 39 47 29 3...

Page 330: ... cargo Puddle lamps Console bin LED Backlighting 13 15A Right turn lamps Right trailer tow turn stop lamps 14 15A Left turn lamps Left trailer tow turn stop lamps 15 15A Reverse lamps Stop lamps High mounted stop lamp 16 10A Low beam headlamps right 17 10A Low beam headlamps left 18 10A Keypad illumination Brake shift interlock Start button run indicator Passive anti theft system Powertrain contro...

Page 331: ...k lamps 31 5A Trailer tow brake controller 32 15A 110 volt AC power point Power folding mirror Power mirrors One touch up and down front windows Door lock illumination Memory switch illumination 33 10A Occupant classification sensor 34 10A Blind spot monitor Rearview camera Reverse sensing system Lane departure warning module 35 5A Heads up display Climate control humidity sensor Terrain managemen...

Page 332: ...el Tow haul 42 5A Not used spare 43 10A Not used spare 44 10A Not used spare 45 5A Not used spare 46 10A Climate control module 47 15A Fog lamps left and right turn signal mirror feed 48 30A Circuit Breaker Rear power windows Passenger power window One touch down driver side only Driver window switch 49 Delayed accessory relay Body control module Fuses 331 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Pri...

Page 333: ...commended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle Precautions Do not work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames a...

Page 334: ...ttom 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 Note Make sure the hood is properly closed Maintenance 333 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 335: ...ir B Brake fluid reservoir C Battery D Power distribution box E Air filter assembly F Engine oil filler cap G Engine oil dipstick H Windshield washer fluid reservoir A H G F E B C D 334 Maintenance 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 336: ...y D Power distribution box E Air filter assembly F Transmission fluid dipstick out of view G Engine oil dipstick H Engine oil filler cap I Windshield washer fluid reservoir A B C D E F G H I Maintenance 335 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 337: ...y D Power distribution box E Air filter assembly F Automatic transmission fluid dipstick out of view G Engine oil dipstick H Engine oil filler cap I Windshield washer fluid reservoir A B C D E F G H I 336 Maintenance 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 338: ...re starting the engine Note Make sure that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks 1 Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean lint free cloth Replace the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level If the level is at the MIN mark add oil immediately A B Ma...

Page 339: ...s rinse the affected areas immediately with plenty of water and contact your doctor WARNING Make sure that the level is within the COLD FILL RANGE Note Coolant expands when it is hot The level may extend beyond the COLD FILL RANGE The coolant concentration should be maintained within 48 to 50 which equates to a freeze point between 30 F 34 C and 34 F 37 C Note For best results coolant concentratio...

Page 340: ...y Note During normal vehicle operation the engine coolant may change color from orange to pink or light red As long as the engine coolant is clear and uncontaminated this color change does not indicate the engine coolant has degraded nor does it require the engine coolant to be drained the system to be flushed or the engine coolant to be replaced DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in ...

Page 341: ...dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Severe Climates If you drive in extremely cold climates It may be necessary to have a Ford authorized dealer increase the coolant concentration above 50 A coolant concentration of 60 will provide improved freeze point protection Engine coolant...

Page 342: ... temperatures The amount of speed reduction will depend on the vehicle loading towing grade ambient temperature and other factors If this occurs there is no need to pull off the road The vehicle can continue to be driven while this message is active The air conditioning may also cycle on and off during severe operating conditions to protect overheating of the engine When the engine coolant tempera...

Page 343: ...s to overheat the engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red hot area and The coolant temperature warning light will illuminate The service engine soon indicator will illuminate If the engine reaches a preset over temperature condition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs t...

Page 344: ...ff the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer 3 If this is not possible wait a short period for the engine to cool 4 Check the coolant level and replenish if low 5 Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer Note Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine...

Page 345: ...level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i e if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 km or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and mov...

Page 346: ... assembly to the rubber hose 1 3 Remove the bolt cover if equipped 4 Remove two bolts that attach the air filter assembly to the front of the vehicle 2 5 Loosen the clamp holding the air filter assembly to the rubber hose 1 6 Remove the harness retaining clip by pulling up 3 Do not disconnect the sensor 4 Maintenance 345 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 347: ...o reach the hash mark level Note If the fluid level is below the MIN level do not drive the vehicle An underfill condition may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 180 F 200 F 82 C 93 C on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles ...

Page 348: ...ved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 1 2 pint 250 ml increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by an authorized dealer Note An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Do not use supplementa...

Page 349: ... to check or fill FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed WASHER FLUID CHECK 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 wind...

Page 350: ...each of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately WARNING Battery posts term...

Page 351: ...he 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 Note If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed th...

Page 352: ...the BMS any electrical devices that are added to the vehicle should not have their ground connection made directly at the negative battery post A connection at the negative battery post can cause inaccurate measurements of the battery condition and potential incorrect system operation Note Electrical or electronic accessories added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect bat...

Page 353: ...r blades at least once per year for optimum performance Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield 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 ...

Page 354: ... listed Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers in the Capacities and Specifications chapter For EcoBoostequipped vehicles When servicing the air cleaner it is important that no foreign material enter the air induction system The engine and turbocharger are susceptible to damage from even small particles Refer to Scheduled Maintenance for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element Note...

Page 355: ...ilter housing cover 2 Lift the passenger s side of the cover and push the cover toward the passenger s side Release the three tabs on the cover from the three slots in the driver s side of the housing 3 Carefully separate the cover from the housing 4 Remove the air filter element from the housing 354 Maintenance 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 356: ...amps to secure the cover to the housing ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer Vertical Aim Adjustment The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted Your vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments To adj...

Page 357: ...light from one headlamp while adjusting the other For vehicles with halogen headlamps On the wall or screen you will observe a flat zone of high intensity light located at the top of the right hand portion of the beam pattern If the top edge of the high intensity light zone is not at the horizontal reference line the headlamp will need to be adjusted For vehicles with HID headlamps There is a dist...

Page 358: ...old When normal condensation occurs a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions These are examples of acceptable condensation Presence of thin mist no streaks drip marks or droplets Fine mist covers less than 50 of the lens These a...

Page 359: ...ed 1 Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off position 2 Open the hood 3 Remove the bulb cover 4 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise and remove it 5 Disconnect the electrical connector Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Replacing HID headlamp bulbs if equipped The headlamps on your vehicle use a high intensity discharge source These lamps operate at a high voltage When the bulb is burned o...

Page 360: ...lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly 2 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Replacing sidemarker bulbs 1 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly 2 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Reverse steps to reinstall bulb s Maintenance 359 2013 Explorer exp Owne...

Page 361: ... liftgate to expose the lamp assembly bolts 2 Remove the two bolt covers using a standard flattip screwdriver 3 Remove the two bolts from the lamp assembly 4 Carefully remove the lamp assembly away from the vehicle by pulling the assembly straight out to expose the bulb socket 5 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise 6 Pull bulb straight out of socket 7 Instal...

Page 362: ...rt below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to ensure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility Using incorrect bulbs may damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty or may not provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Low high beam headlamp 2 HB3 HID headlamp 2 D3S Front pa...

Page 363: ...nd row dome map lamp n a LED Third row cargo lamp n a LED Visor vanity lamp Slideon 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 To replace these lamps see your authorized dealer 362 Maintenance 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 364: ...D or F Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate U S only ZC 32 A Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only CXC 93 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A CLEANING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water ...

Page 365: ...ampoo such as Motorcraft Detail Wash Use Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner Apply the product as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts allow the cleaner to dry for a few minutes then wipe off the haze with a clean dry rag Do not apply cleaning product to hot surfaces and do not leave cleaning product on chrome surfaces for a period of time exceeding that which is recommended ...

Page 366: ...ucts CLEANING THE ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components Spray Motorcra...

Page 367: ...aks after cleaning with the glass cleaner or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion clean the outer surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaning solution After cleaning rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield with wate...

Page 368: ...the instrument panel and cluster lens with a clean damp white cotton cloth then use a clean and dry white cotton cloth to dry these areas Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact w...

Page 369: ... Canada use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Dry the area with a soft cloth If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available leather cleaning product designed for automotive interiors To check for compatibility first test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the leather Do not use household cleani...

Page 370: ...age under various conditions may lead to component degradation or failure unless specific precautions are taken to preserve the components General Store all vehicles in a dry ventilated place Protect from sunlight if possible If vehicles are stored outside they require regular maintenance to protect against rust and damage Body Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exte...

Page 371: ... the instructions on the additive label The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system Cooling system Protect against freezing temperatures When removing vehicle from storage check coolant fluid level Confirm there are no cooling system leaks and fluid is at the recommended level Battery Check and recharge as necessary Keep connections clean ...

Page 372: ...any foreign material that may have collected during storage mice squirrel nests Check the exhaust for any foreign material that may have collected during storage Check tire pressures and set tire inflation per the Tire Label Check brake pedal operation Drive the vehicle 15 feet 4 5 meters back and forth to remove rust build up Check fluid levels including coolant oil and gas to make sure there are...

Page 373: ...ssenger cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets highways and off road Utility vehicles vans 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 Four Wheel Drive System If Equipped WARNING Do not become overconfident in the ability of four whe...

Page 374: ...ing sound These sounds are normal as the front drivetrain comes up to speed and are not cause for concern How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles Sport utility vehicles vans and trucks can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways Your vehicle may be Higher to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging un...

Page 375: ...x 9 0 inch aluminum wheels Your Sport vehicle is equipped with low profile high performance tires that are designed to optimize the driving dynamics you expect in a Sport vehicle These tires are not optimized for off road or winter snow or cold weather performance and their ride noise and wear characteristics are different than non performance tires Also because of their lower profile the tires ar...

Page 376: ... and wheels are more prone to road damage from potholes rough or unpaved roads car wash rails and curb contact than standard tires and wheels Note Your vehicle s warranty does not cover these types of damage Tires should always be kept at the correct inflation pressures and extra caution should be taken when operating on rough roads to avoid impacts that could cause wheel and tire damage Informati...

Page 377: ...resent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature A B C WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separ...

Page 378: ...Kilopascal a metric unit of air pressure PSI Pounds per square inch a standard unit of air pressure Cold tire 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 kilometers Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label affix...

Page 379: ...ing for your vehicle may be different from this example A P Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association that may be used for service on cars sport utility vehicles minivans and light trucks Note If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either the European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or the Japan Tire Manufacturing Association B 215 In...

Page 380: ...e The tires on your vehicle may 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...

Page 381: ...pounds that can be carried by the tire See the Safety Compliance Certification Label affixed to either the door hinge pillar door latch post or the door edge that meets the door latch post next to the driver s seating position for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle L Treadwear Traction and Temperature Grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of th...

Page 382: ...ubeless etc Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for LT Type Tires LT type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires These differences are described below Note Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire A LT Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association that is intended for service on light trucks B Load Range Load Inflation Limit...

Page 383: ...sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire C 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall D D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire E 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...

Page 384: ...ccidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear Under ...

Page 385: ...ation Label or Tire Label To check the pressure in your tire s 1 Make sure the tires are cool meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile Note If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot for example driven more than 1 mile 1 6 kilometers never bleed or reduce air pressure The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures A h...

Page 386: ...leakage and repair or replace the tire and replace the valve stem Inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking cuts bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear If internal damage to the tire is suspected have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced For your safety tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more...

Page 387: ... due to aging even if it has not been used U S DOT Tire Identification Number Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies 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 ...

Page 388: ...ur authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury when mounting 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 pressu...

Page 389: ... h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety Observe posted speed limits Avoid fast starts stops and turns Avoid potholes and objects on the road Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking Highway Hazards No matter how carefully you drive there is always the possibility that you may eventua...

Page 390: ...y wheel misalignment tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation Note Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire and wheel assembly A dissimilar spare tire and wheel assembly is defined as a spare tire or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire and wheel assembly it is intended for ...

Page 391: ...uspension axle transfer case or power transfer unit failure Note The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains If you need to use chains it...

Page 392: ...oper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if unde...

Page 393: ...ing an accurate tire gauge See Inflating Your Tires in this chapter Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle The low tire pressure warning light will turn on if the tire pressure is significantly low Once the light is illuminated your tires are under inflated...

Page 394: ...ter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended 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 turns off Spare tire in use Repair the damaged road wheel and tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system function For a description on how the ...

Page 395: ...re monitoring system monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase about 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi 21 kPa for a drop...

Page 396: ...ng System earlier in this chapter Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible During repairing or replacing of the flat tire have the authorized dealer inspect the tire pressure monitoring system sensor for damage Dissimilar Spare Tire and Wheel Assembly Information WARNING Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control injury or dea...

Page 397: ...ire 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 at curbs Winter weather driving capability Wet weather driving capability All wheel driving capability 3 Full size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full size...

Page 398: ...ssimilar spare tire and wheel and seek service as soon as possible Tire Change Procedure WARNING When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the transmission selector lever is in position P WARNING To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure to place the transmission selec...

Page 399: ...ions Note Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked Note If the third row seat is stowed in the floor you will need to unstow it raised position to access the spare tire and jack See Rear Seats in the Seats chapter for this procedure 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers 2 Place the transmission selector lever in positio...

Page 400: ... 7 Remove the jack kit which includes the jack D wheel wrench lug wrench C wheel chock E L shaped bolt A and the tow recovery hook B 8 Turn the lead screw where the lug wrench attaches of the jack by hand to release the wheel wrench from the jack Press the button on the wrench to extend the handle Fold down the wrench socket Wheels and Tires 399 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing Novem...

Page 401: ...avoid damage to the vehicle 4 Small arrow shaped marks on the sills show the location of the jacking points 5 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 6 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 7 Lower the wheel by turning th...

Page 402: ...link Push the button A to retract the wrench handle and place the wrench over the raised tab on the lower link and drop the tang B through the hole in the diagonally opposite upper link Turn the lead screw of the jack clockwise until the arrow aligns with the circle indicator to secure the wrench onto the jack 3 Place the jack in the foam tray and secure it with the attached strap 4 Place the foam...

Page 403: ...l chock 3 Stand the flat tire vertically in the mini spare tub with the tire s valve stem facing rearward toward the rear lift gate back panel 4 Fasten the flat tire to the rear lift gate back panel by inserting the wing bolt through one of the lug bolt holes in the wheel 5 Turn the wing bolt clockwise into the threaded hole in the rear lift gate back panel until the tire is secured 402 Wheels and...

Page 404: ...g surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles 160 kilometers after any wheel disturbance such as rotation flat tire wheel removal Lug nut socket size Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque ft lb N m 1 2 x 20 100 135 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt...

Page 405: ... octane Minimum 87 octane Firing order 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 3 4 2 Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0 049 0 053 in 1 25 1 35 mm 0 033 0 037 in 0 84 0 94 mm 0 027 0 031 in 0 70 0 80 mm Compression ratio 10 8 1 10 0 1 9 3 1 404 Capacities and Specifications 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 406: ...uting 1 2 0L EcoBoost engine if equipped with drivebelt routing 2 A Long drivebelt on the first pulley groove closer to the engine B Short drivebelt on the second pulley groove farther from the engine A B Capacities and Specifications 405 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 407: ...h seat tracks Multi Purpose Grease Lithium grease XG 4 or XL 5 or equivalent ESB M1C93 B Door weatherstrips Silicone Spray Lubricant XL 6 ESR M13P4 A Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 None Engine oil 3 5L V6 6 0 quarts 5 7L Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Motor Oil WSS M2C945 A 2 Engine oil 3 5L V6 EcoBoost 6 0 quarts 5 7L Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Motor Oil WSS M2C946 A 2 Engine oil 2...

Page 408: ...craft MERCON LV ATF XT 10 QLV MERCON LV 6F55 Automatic transmission fluid 4 5 1 1 6 quarts 11 0L 6F35 Automatic transmission fluid 4 5 9 0 quarts 8 5L Rear axle fluid 2 4 pints 1 15L Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY 80W90 QL WSP M2C197 A Windshield washer fluid Fill as required Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate US Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid Canada ZC...

Page 409: ...t displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle 4 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 5 Use of a dual usage fluid in an automatic transmissio...

Page 410: ...F driver s side WW 2600 PF passenger side 1 For spark plug replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Note Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any d...

Page 411: ...dentification Number VIN contains the following information A World manufacturer identifier B Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint Devices and their location C Make vehicle line series body type D Engine type E Check digit F Model year G Assembly plant H Production sequence number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 410 Capacities and Specifications 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing ...

Page 412: ...either the door hinge pillar the door latch post or the edge of the door near the door latch next to the driver s seating position TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATION You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code Six speed automatic 6F50 J Six speed automatic 6F55 C Six speed automatic ...

Page 413: ...tive accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12000 miles 20000 kilometers whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty Exterior style Hood deflectors Bumper protector Side window deflectors Splash guards Interior style Ambient lighting Floor ...

Page 414: ...r for specific weight information The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications 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 quali...

Page 415: ...authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company That means you get Reliable quality service anywhere you go Factory trained technicians Ford Authorized Parts used with every covered repair Rental Car Reimbursement If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs you are eligible for rental car coverage including Bumper to Bumper warranty repairs or manufacturer s recalls Transferable Coverage If ...

Page 416: ...Belts and hoses Contact your selling Ford or Lincoln dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget Interest Free Finance Options Available Take advantage of our installment payment plan just a 10 down payment will provide you with an affordable no interest no fee payment opportunity Protect Yourself from the Rising Cost of Vehicle R...

Page 417: ...eductible combinations Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving needs including reimbursement for towing and rental When you purchase Ford ESP you receive added peace of mind protection throughout Canada and the United States provided by a network of participating Ford Motor Company dealers The Lincoln Maintenance Protection Plan is honored at authorized Lincoln dealers Note Repairs performed...

Page 418: ...our Dealership Factory Trained Technicians Service technicians participate in extensive factory sponsored certification training to help them become experts on the operation of your vehicle Ask your dealership about the training and certification their technicians have received Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Replacement Parts Dealerships stock Ford Motorcraft and Ford authorized branded remanufacture...

Page 419: ...ear or 10000 miles 16000 kilometers between oil change intervals Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple complex performance systems Every manufacturer develops these systems using different specifications and performance features That is why it is important to rely upon your dealership to properly diagnose and repair your vehicle Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance i...

Page 420: ... Ford approved flushing chemical Owner Checks and Services Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed every month or at six month intervals Check every month Engine oil level Function of all interior and exterior lights Tires including spare for wear and proper pressure Windshield washer fluid level Check every six months Battery connections Clean if necessary Body and do...

Page 421: ... For oil and fluid leaks Windshield for cracks chips or pits Half shaft dust boots Washer spray and wiper operation Brake coolant recovery reservoir automatic transmission with an underhood dipstick and window washer If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit check the tire sealant expiration Use By date on the canister Replace as needed Be sure to ask your dealership service adviso...

Page 422: ...Scheduled Maintenance 421 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 423: ... The following table is intended to provide examples of vehicle use and its impact on engine oil change intervals it is provided as a guideline only Actual engine oil change intervals depend on several factors and generally decrease with severity of use When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message Miles km Vehicle use and examples 7500 10000 12000 16000 Normal Normal commuting with highway drivi...

Page 424: ...gth and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect rear axle and U joints Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings All wheel drive vehicles Inspect half shaft boots Inspect steering linkage ball joints suspension tie rod ends driveshaft and U joints Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Do not exceed ...

Page 425: ...d Replace accessory drive belt s if not replaced within the last 100000 miles 160000 km 1 Additional maintenance items can be performed within 3000 miles 4800 kilometers of the last oil change Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval 2 Initial replacement at six years or 100000 miles 160000 kilometers then every three years or 50000 miles 80000 kilometers 3 After initial inspection i...

Page 426: ...URS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 425 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 US...

Page 427: ...EAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE 426 Scheduled Maintenance 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 428: ...EAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 427 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 429: ...270 kilometers perform the 30000 mile 48000 kilometer automatic transmission fluid replacement Example 2 The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30000 miles 48000 kilometers perform the engine air filter replacement For example the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor was reset at 25000 miles 40000 kilometers Towing a trailer or using a camper or car top carrier As required ...

Page 430: ...in dusty or sandy conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently service as required Replace cabin air filter if equipped Replace engine air filter Every 5000 miles 8000 km Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Rotate tires inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Every 5000 miles 8000 km or six months Change engine oil and filter P...

Page 431: ...O HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE 430 Scheduled Maintenance 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 201...

Page 432: ...EAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 431 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 433: ...ved if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL M2C192 A part number FITZ 19580 B or equivalent Add four ounces 118 mL of additive friction modifier XL 3 EST M2C118 A or equivalent for complete refill of Traction Lok rear axles The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water California fuel filter replacement If the vehicle i...

Page 434: ...s or 100000 miles 160000 km whichever comes first After initial change Every three years or 50000 miles 80000 km Engine Coolant Change Log DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATIO...

Page 435: ... Vehicle Health Report and SYNC Services Traffic Directions Information if equipped Use applications such as Pandora and Stitcher via SYNC AppLink if applicable Access phonebook contacts and music via voice commands Stream music from your connected phone Text message Use the advanced voice recognition system USB device charging if your device supports this 434 SYNC 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide g...

Page 436: ...certain features are speed dependent and restricted when your vehicle is traveling over 3 mph 5 km h Safety Information WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle We re...

Page 437: ...system also records a short development log of approximately 10 minutes of all recent system activity The log profile and other system data may be used to improve the system and help diagnose any problems that may occur The cellular profile media device index and development log remain in the vehicle unless you delete them and are generally accessible only in the vehicle when the cellular phone or...

Page 438: ...he level of voice interaction and feedback Vehicle Health Report Run a vehicle health report Services Access the SYNC Services portal Mobile apps Access mobile applications Help Hear a list of voice commands available in the current mode If equipped U S only System Interaction and Feedback The system provides feedback through audible tones prompts questions and spoken confirmations depending on th...

Page 439: ...ate lists when it has the same confidence level of several options based on your voice command When turned on you may be prompted with as many as four possibilities for clarification For example Say 1 after the tone to call John Doe at home Say 2 after the tone to call Johnny Doe on mobile Say 3 after the tone to call Jane Doe at home Or Say 1 after the tone to play John Doe Say 2 after the tone t...

Page 440: ...y see your phone s user manual and visit www SYNCMyRide com www SYNCMyRide ca or www syncmaroute ca Pairing a Phone for the First Time Note SYNC can support downloading up to approximately 2000 entries per Bluetooth enabled cellular phone Note Make sure the vehicle ignition and radio are turned on and the transmission is in position P Note To scroll through the menus press the up and down arrows o...

Page 441: ... selected and press OK 4 When Find SYNC appears in the display press OK 5 Put your phone into Bluetooth discovery mode See your phone s user guide if necessary 6 When prompted on your phone s display enter the six digit PIN provided by SYNC in the radio display The display indicates when the pairing is successful 7 The system then prompts with questions such as if you would like to set the current...

Page 442: ...ely downloaded using Bluetooth 3 See MENU table below 4 See DIAL table below MENU Phone connections Phone settings message notification off Phone settings message notification on Phone settings set phone ringer Phone settings set ringer 1 Phone settings set ringer 2 Phone settings set ringer 3 Phone settings set ringer off Battery Phone name Signal Text message inbox Words in are optional and do n...

Page 443: ...utton or press MENU to go to the PHONE menu Making Calls Press the voice icon and when prompted say 1 Say Call name or Dial then the desired number 2 When the system confirms the number say Dial again to initiate the call To erase the last spoken digit say Delete or press the left arrow button To erase all spoken digits say Clear or press and hold the left arrow button To end the call press and ho...

Page 444: ...Call on Hold appears To answer another call at this time press the phone button Join Calls Join two separate calls 1 Press the phone button 2 Access the desired contact through SYNC or use voice commands to place the second call Once actively in the second call press MENU 3 Scroll until Join Calls appears and press OK Press OK again when Join Calls appears Note SYNC supports a maximum of three cal...

Page 445: ...n to enter the Phone Menu 2 Scroll to cycle through When you select You can Phone Redial Redial the last number called if available Press OK to select then press OK again to confirm Call History1 Allows you to access any previously dialed received or missed calls while your phone has been connected to the system 1 Press OK to select 2 Scroll to select from Call History Incoming Call History Outgoi...

Page 446: ...rvices portal where you can request various types of information traffic reports and directions 911 Assist4 Place an emergency call to a 911 operator for you after an accident if the feature is used properly Vehicle Health Report3 Create and receive a diagnostic report card on your vehicle Mobile Apps3 Interact with SYNC capable mobile applications on your smartphone System Settings Access Bluetoo...

Page 447: ...and SYNC reads your message aloud as you are not able to view the message You can then also choose whether you d like to reply or forward the message 3 Press OK and scroll to choose between Reply to Text Message Press OK to access and then scroll through the list of pre defined messages to send Forward Text Message Press OK to forward the message to anyone in your Phonebook or Call History You can...

Page 448: ... options in the following chart 3 Press OK when the desired selection is in the display The system now needs to know who to send the message to 4 Scroll to cycle through Phonebook or Call History entries You can also select Enter Number to audibly enter a desired number 5 Press OK to enter the desired menu and scroll to select the specific contact 6 Press OK when the contact appears and press OK a...

Page 449: ...ect and scroll to view the information When done press OK again to return to the phone status menu Set Ringer Select which ring tone sounds during an incoming call one of the system s or your phone s 1 Press OK to select and scroll to hear Ringer 1 Ringer 2 Ringer 3 and Phone Ringer 2 Press OK to select Note If your phone supports in band ringing your phone s ringer sounds when Phone Ringer is cho...

Page 450: ...press OK again when Confirm Download appears Auto Download Automatically download your phone book each time your phone connects to SYNC Press OK to select When Auto Download On appears press OK to have your phonebook automatically downloaded each time Select Off to NOT download your phonebook every time your phone connects to SYNC Your phonebook call history and text messages can only be accessed ...

Page 451: ...rs and select OK 4 Scroll to select from the following options If you select You can Add Bluetooth Device See Using SYNC with your phone earlier in this chapter for pairing instructions Connect Bluetooth Device Connect a previously paired Bluetooth enabled phone 1 Press OK to select and view a list of previously paired phones 2 Scroll until the desired device is chosen then press OK to connect the...

Page 452: ...eature Advanced Menu Options This menu allows you to access settings such as prompts languages defaults perform a master reset install an application and view system information 1 Press the phone button to enter the Phone Menu 2 Scroll until System Settings appears and press OK 3 Scroll until Advanced appears and select OK 4 Scroll to select from the following options If you select You can Prompts...

Page 453: ...1 Press OK to select and then press OK again when Restore Defaults appears in the display 2 Press OK to confirm Master Reset Completely erase all information stored on SYNC phonebook call history text messages and paired devices and return to the factory default settings Press OK to select The display indicates when complete and SYNC takes you back to the Advanced menu Install Application Install ...

Page 454: ...ime which could increase the risk of serious injury or death after a crash If you do not hear 911 Assist within five seconds of the crash the system or phone may be damaged or non functional WARNING Always place your phone in a secure location in the vehicle so it does not become a projectile or get damaged in a crash Failure to do so may cause serious injury to someone or damage the phone which c...

Page 455: ...On or Set Off appears in the display as confirmation Off selections include Off with reminder and Off without reminder Off with reminder provides a display and voice reminder at phone connection at vehicle start Off without reminder provides a display reminder only without a voice reminder at phone connection To make sure that 911 Assist works properly SYNC must be powered and working properly at ...

Page 456: ... s in the vehicle is able to talk with the operator Be prepared to provide your name phone number and location immediately because not all 911 systems are capable of receiving this information electronically 911 Assist May Not Work If Your cellular phone or 911 Assist hardware was damaged in a crash The vehicle s battery or SYNC system has no power The phone s paired and connected to the system wa...

Page 457: ...Report privacy notice Note In order to allow a break in period for your vehicle you may not be able to create a Vehicle Health Report until your vehicle odometer has reached 200 miles Register for Vehicle Health Report and set your report preferences at www SYNCMyRide com After registering you can request a Vehicle Health Report inside your vehicle Return to your account at www SYNCMyRide com to v...

Page 458: ... of your vehicle s diagnostic systems and send the results to Ford where it is combined with scheduled maintenance information open recalls and other field service actions and unserviced vehicle inspection items from your authorized dealer Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice When you run a Vehicle Health Report Ford Motor Company may collect your cellular phone number to process your report reque...

Page 459: ...unsafe Maps used by this system may be inaccurate because of errors changes in roads traffic conditions or driving conditions Note When you connect the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle s current location travel direction and speed to help provide you with the directions traffic reports or business searches you request Further to provide the services y...

Page 460: ... then Search near me If you need further assistance in finding a location you can say Operator at any time within a Directions or Business search to speak with a live operator You may also be prompted to speak with an operator when the automatic system has difficulty matching your voice request The live operator can assist you by searching for businesses by name or by category residential addresse...

Page 461: ...errupt Press the voice button at any time while you are connected to SYNC TDI Services to interrupt a voice prompt or an audio clip such as a sports report wait for the listening tone and say your voice command Portable Your subscription is associated with your Bluetooth enabled cellular phone number not your VIN Vehicle Identification Number You can pair and connect your phone to any vehicle equi...

Page 462: ...icle s USB port 2 Press the voice icon and when prompted say USB 3 You can now play music by saying any of the appropriate voice commands See the media voice commands To connect using the system menu 1 Plug the device into the vehicle s USB port 2 Press AUX and then MENU to enter the Media Menu 3 Scroll until Select Source appears and press OK 4 Scroll to select USB and press OK 5 Depending on how...

Page 463: ...y on Phone Media Bluetooth Connections Pause Play Play album name 1 3 Play all Play artist name 1 3 Play genre name 1 3 Play next folder 2 Play next track Play playlist name 1 3 Play previous folder 2 Play previous track Play song name 1 Play track name 1 3 Refine album name 1 3 Refine artist name 1 3 Refine song name 1 Refine track name 1 3 Repeat off Repeat on Search album name 1 3 Search artist...

Page 464: ...een indexed Indexing times can vary from device to device and also with regard to the number of songs being indexed Search Play Genre The system searches all the data from your indexed music and if available begins to play the chosen type of music You can only play genres of music which are present in the GENRE metadata tags that you have on your digital media player Similar Music The system compi...

Page 465: ...s Pause Play Play next track Play previous track Media Menu Features The media menu allows you to select your media source how to play your music by artist genre shuffle repeat etc and also to add connect or delete devices 1 Press AUX and then MENU to enter the Media Menu 2 Scroll to cycle through When you select You can Play Menu Play your music by artist album genre playlists tracks similar musi...

Page 466: ...e of indexing thousands of average size media and notifies you if the maximum indexing file size is reached Bluetooth Audio This is a phone dependent feature which allows you to stream music playing on your Bluetooth enabled phone If supported by your device you can press SEEK to play the previous or next track SYNC Line In Press OK to select and play music from your portable music player over the...

Page 467: ...All in the Play Menu and then select Shuffle Repeat Press OK to repeat any song Autoplay Press OK to listen to music which has already been randomly indexed during the indexing process Mobile Apps Interact with SYNC capable mobile applications on your smart phone See SYNC AppLink earlier in this chapter for more information System Settings Access Bluetooth Device menu listings add connect set as p...

Page 468: ...ck title appears in the display Artists Sort all indexed media by artist Once selected the system lists and then play all artists and tracks alphabetically If there are less than 255 indexed artist they are listed alphabetically in flat file mode If there are more they are categorized in alphabetical categories 1 Press OK to select You can select to play All Artists or any indexed artist 2 Scroll ...

Page 469: ...Press OK to select Then scroll to select the desired playlist and press OK Tracks Search for and play a specific track which has been indexed SYNC lists your tracks alphabetically in flat file mode If there are more than 255 SYNC automatically organizes them into alphabetical categories Press OK to select Then scroll to select the desired track and press OK Explore USB Explore all supported digita...

Page 470: ...le in voice recognition play menu browsing and similar music Unknowns are placed into any unpopulated metadata tag Return Exit the current menu System Settings System settings provide access to your Bluetooth Devices and Advanced menu features The Bluetooth Devices menu allows you to add connect and delete a device as turn the Bluetooth feature on and off Your Advanced menu allows you to access an...

Page 471: ... Turn the Bluetooth feature on and off Press OK and scroll to toggle between On and Off When the desired selection is chosen press OK Turning Bluetooth off disconnects all Bluetooth devices and deactivates Bluetooth features Delete Device Delete a paired media device Press OK and scroll to select the device Press OK to confirm Delete All Devices Delete all previously paired devices Press OK to sel...

Page 472: ... indicates that the system is updating When complete SYNC takes you back to the Advanced menu Factory Defaults Return to the factory default settings This selection does not erase your indexed information phonebook call history text messages and paired devices 1 Press OK to select and then press OK again when Restore Defaults appears in the display 2 Press OK to confirm Master Reset Completely era...

Page 473: ...ng SYNC performance Review your phone s user guide regarding audio adjustments During a call I can hear the other person but they cannot hear me Possible phone malfunction Try turning off the device resetting the device removing the device s battery then trying again SYNC is not able to download my phonebook This is a phone dependent feature OR Possible phone malfunction Go to the website to revie...

Page 474: ...website to review your phone s compatibility Try turning off the device resetting the device or removing the device s battery then trying again Try deleting your device from SYNC deleting SYNC from your device and trying again Check the security and auto accept prompt always settings relative to the SYNC Bluetooth connection on your phone Update your device s software firmware Turn off the Auto ph...

Page 475: ...itation Make sure you are not leaving the device in your vehicle during very hot or cold temperatures Bluetooth audio does not stream This is a phone dependent feature OR The device is not connected Make sure the device is connected to SYNC and that you have pressed play on your device SYNC does not recognize music that is on my device Your music files may not contain the proper artist song title ...

Page 476: ... and change it back to your preferred dealer and retrieve the report I am unable to submit a report This could be due to your phone s compatibility OR Bad signal strength OR Your phone may not be activated on the website Update your mobile number in your account on the website Make sure you have full signal strength and that your Bluetooth volume level has been turned up Try deleting your phone an...

Page 477: ...R You may not be saying the name exactly as it is saved OR The system may not be reading the name the same way you are saying it Review the media voice commands at the beginning of the media section Say the song or artist exactly as listed If you say Play Artist Prince the system does not play music by Prince and the Revolution or Prince and the New Power Generation Make sure you are saying the co...

Page 478: ...k contacts may be saved in CAPS Review the phone voice commands at the beginning of the phone section Make sure you are saying the contacts exactly as listed For example if a contact is saved as Joe Wilson say Call Joe Wilson The system works better if you list full names such as Joe Wilson rather than Joe Do not use special characters such as 123 or ICE as the system does not recognize them If co...

Page 479: ...We recommend against the use of any hand held device while driving and encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving A Phone B Navigation or Information if your vehicle is not equipped with Navigation C Climate D Settings E Home F Information A B G C D F E 478 MyFord Touch I...

Page 480: ... that allows you to access and control audio features for 30 minutes after you switch the ignition off and no doors open PHONE Press to select any of the following Making and Receiving Calls Quick Dial Phonebook Call History Text Messaging Settings NAVIGATION Press to select any of the following My Home Favorites Previous Destinations Point of Interest Emergency Street Address Intersection City Ce...

Page 481: ...ay also be limited depending on your market Check with your authorized dealer for availability INFORMATION Press to select any of the following SYNC Services SIRIUS Travel Link Alerts Calendar SYNC Apps If the icon is yellow see Alerts in the Information section of this chapter ENTERTAINMENT Press to select any of the following AM FM SIRIUS CD USB BT Stereo SD Card A V In 480 MyFord Touch If Equip...

Page 482: ...t a CD from the entertainment system SOURCE Touch the word repeatedly to see all available media modes The screen does not change but you see the media change in the lower left status bar SOUND Touch the word to access the Sound menu where you can adjust settings such as Bass Treble Midrange Balance and Fade THX Deep Note Demo DSP Digital Signal Processing Occupancy Mode and Speed Compensated Volu...

Page 483: ...ditions as it could cause them damage See your device s manual for further information Do not attempt to service or repair the system See your authorized dealer For your safety some SYNC functions are speed dependent Their use is limited to when your vehicle is traveling at speeds under 3 mph 5 km h Make sure that you review your device s manual before using it with SYNC Speed restricted Features ...

Page 484: ...ute Adding or Editing Address Book entries or Avoid Areas Privacy Information When a cellular phone is connected to SYNC the system creates a profile within your vehicle that is linked to that cellular phone This profile is created in order to offer you more cellular features and to operate more efficiently Among other things this profile may contain data about your cellular phone book text messag...

Page 485: ...and Ford of Canada For further privacy information see the sections on 911 Assist Vehicle Health Report and Traffic Directions and Information ACCESSING AND ADJUSTING MODES THROUGH YOUR RIGHT VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY IF EQUIPPED The display is located on the right side of your instrument cluster You can use your steering wheel controls to view and make minor adjustments to active modes without ...

Page 486: ...ts within the chosen mode Press OK to confirm your selection Note If your vehicle is not equipped with Navigation Compass appears in the display instead of Navigation If you press the right arrow to go into the Compass menu you can see the compass graphic The compass displays the direction in which the vehicle is traveling not true direction i e if the vehicle is traveling west the middle of the c...

Page 487: ...tus of the voice session such as Listening Success Failed Paused or Try Again How to Use Voice Commands with Your System Press the voice icon After the tone speak your command clearly These commands can be said at any time Cancel Exit Go back List of commands Main menu Next page Previous page What can I say Help What Can I Say To access the available voice commands for the current session do one o...

Page 488: ...ering wheel control press the voice icon After the tone speak your command clearly Voice command list Audio list of commands Bluetooth audio list of commands Browse list of commands CD list of commands Climate control list of commands List of commands Navigation list of commands Phone list of commands Radio list of commands SD card list of commands Sirius satellite list of commands Travel link lis...

Page 489: ...ts of possible results from your voice commands The system creates these lists when it has the same confidence level of several options based on your voice command To access these settings using the touchscreen 1 Press the Settings icon Settings Voice Control 2 Select from Interaction Mode Confirmation Prompts Media Candidate Lists Phone Candidate Lists Voice Control Volume To access these setting...

Page 490: ...t use the buttons not outlined in blue as voice commands If they are touched during a voice session the voice session ends For example you can choose from the following on the Navigation home screen My Home Favorites Previous Destinations Point of Interest POI Emergency Street Address Intersection Cancel Route Some of the voice commands that are available while viewing this screen are DESTINATION ...

Page 491: ...ons Parking Some of the voice commands that are available while viewing this screen are POINTS OF INTEREST or POI Destination POI category name Search by name Search by category Change search area Note These are just a sample of the voice commands available within the Points of Interest section the categories themselves are also technically voice commands If you choose Intersection from the naviga...

Page 492: ... Change state The dual mode feature is also available when the voice system displays a list of items to pick from during a voice session where you would be able to touch the line item or say Line 2 If the system does not understand a voice command or there are multiple options the system displays a voice command list for you MyFord Touch If Equipped 491 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printi...

Page 493: ...e buttons change with the media mode you are in H Radio memory presets and CD controls Note Some features may not be available in your area Contact an authorized dealer for more information You can access these options using the touchscreen or voice commands A B C D E F G H 492 MyFord Touch If Equipped 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 494: ...ing chart BROWSE League games Sirius category channels CD track list SD card Sirius channel guide USB Help For a complete list of Browse voice commands see USB and SD card voice commands and Bluetooth audio voice commands in the following sections Your voice system allows you to change audio sources with a simple voice command For example if you are listening to music on a USB device then want to ...

Page 495: ...as the voice command Play artist name AM and FM Touch the AM or FM tab to listen to the radio To change between AM and FM presets just touch the AM or FM tab Memory Presets Save a station by pressing and holding one of the memory preset areas There is a brief mute while the radio saves the station Sound returns when finished HD Radio Touch this button to turn HD Radio on The light on the button il...

Page 496: ...ing When you plug in your portable music player the information transfers if supported by your device When you are connected to iTunes the tags appear to remind you of the songs you would like to download See HD Radio information later in this chapter Direct Tune Touch this button to enter the desired station number when prompted Touch Enter when you are done HD Radio Information If Available Note...

Page 497: ...ystem automatically transfers the tag to your player if already connected and a pop up confirms the transfer 4 When you access iTunes with your portable music player the tags appear to you as a reminder The system allows you to tag up to approximately 100 songs For a list of devices that support tagging see www SYNCMyRide com www SYNCMyRide ca or www syncmaroute ca When HD Radio broadcasts are act...

Page 498: ...fies the station is an HD Radio station it shifts to the digital version Depending on the station quality you may hear a slight sound change when the station changes from analog to digital Blending is the shift from analog to digital sound or digital back to analog sound In order to provide the best possible experience use the contact form to report any station issues found while listening to a st...

Page 499: ...atch currently playing audio Data service issue by the radio broadcaster Fill out the station issue form at website listed below There is no text information shown for currently selected frequency Data service issue by the radio broadcaster Fill out the station issue form at website listed below HD2 HD7 stations not found when Scan is pressed Pressing Scan disables HD2 HD7 channel search No action...

Page 500: ...preset AM 530 1710 FM2 AM autoset FM 2 preset AM autoset preset HD 1 AM preset Preset Browse 2 Radio off FM Radio on FM 87 9 107 9 Set PTY FM 87 9 107 9 HD 1 Tune 3 FM autoset Help 1 If available 2 If you have said Browse see Browsing device content earlier in this section 3 If you have said Tune see the following Tune chart TUNE 87 9 107 9 FM autoset 87 9 107 9 HD FM autoset preset 530 1710 FM pr...

Page 501: ...play Replay audio on the current channel You can replay approximately 45 minutes of audio as long as you have remained tuned to the current station Changing stations erases the previous audio While in replay mode Press and release the seek buttons to hear the previous or next song Press and hold the seek buttons to reverse or fast forward in the current track Press play or pause to play or pause t...

Page 502: ...en an alert appears on the screen you can choose to Tune to the channel to Cancel the alert or to Disable Alerts If you are listening to a sporting event you can save your favorite teams so that the system can alert you when they are playing on a satellite radio channel Note SIRIUS does not support the Alert feature on all channels Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for Alert feature vari...

Page 503: ...SAT 3 Channel name SAT 3 preset Preset SAT preset SAT Sirius off SAT 1 Sirius on SAT 1 preset Sports game SAT 2 Tune SAT 2 preset Help If you have said Sports game see the following Sports game chart If you have said Tune see the following Tune chart SPORTS GAME Tune to the college name game Tune to the team city game Tune to the team city team name game Tune to the team name game Help TUNE 0 233 ...

Page 504: ...rvice fee is required the online media player and a list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels and other features please visit www siriusxm com in the United States www sirius ca in Canada or call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 Satellite radio electronic serial number ESN You need your ESN to activate modify or track your satellite radio account The ESN is on the System Information Screen SR ESN XXXXXXXXXX...

Page 505: ...IRIUS system failure There is an internal module or system failure present If this message does not clear shortly or with an ignition key cycle your receiver may have a fault See your authorized dealer for service Invalid Channel The channel is no longer available Tune to another channel or choose another preset Unsubscribed Channel Your subscription does not include this channel Contact SIRIUS at...

Page 506: ...ted SIRIUS has updated the channels available for your vehicle No action required CD Press the lower left corner of the touchscreen and then select the CD tab You can also advance and reverse the current track or current folder if applicable Repeat Touch this button to repeat the currently playing track all tracks on the disc or turn the feature off if already on Shuffle Touch this button to play ...

Page 507: ...If you are listening to a CD press the voice button on the steering wheel control When prompted say any of the commands in the following chart If you are not listening to a CD press the voice button and after the tone say CD then any of the commands in the following chart CD Pause Repeat off Play Repeat track Play next track Shuffle Play previous track Shuffle CD Play track 1 512 Shuffle folder Re...

Page 508: ...trademark of SD 3C LLC USB Port The ports are located either in the center console or behind a small access door in the instrument panel To access and play music from your device press the lower left corner of the touchscreen and then select the USB tab This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices memory sticks flash drives or thumb drives and charge devices if they support this featur...

Page 509: ...sound settings Media Player Settings allows you to select more settings which is under Media Player See Settings Device Information displays software and firmware information about the currently connected media device Update Media Index indexes your device each time you connect it to make sure you have the latest voice commands available for all media on the device Browse allows you to view the co...

Page 510: ... Play artist name Play video name Play audiobook name Play video podcast episode name Play author name Play video playlist name Play composer name Previous Play folder name Repeat all Play genre name Repeat off Play movie name Repeat one Play music video name Shuffle Play next song Shuffle off Play playlist name What s this Play podcast name Help If you have said you would like to browse your USB ...

Page 511: ... and most USB drives Supported audio formats include MP3 WMA WAV and AAC It is also able to organize your indexed media from your playing device by metadata tags Metadata tags which are descriptive software identifiers embedded in the media files provide information about the file If your indexed media files contain no information embedded in these metadata tags SYNC may classify the empty metadat...

Page 512: ...hat may take your focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle We recommend against the use of any hand held device while driving and encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving WARNING For safety reasons do not connect or adjust the...

Page 513: ...king brake and put the transmission in position P 2 Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end into the adapter in one of the two left A V input jacks white or red inside the center console 3 Press the lower left corner on the touchscreen Select either a tuned FM station or a CD if there is a CD already loaded into the system 4 Adjust the v...

Page 514: ...m persists replace or recharge the batteries in the portable media player Control the portable media player in the same manner when used with headphones as the auxiliary input jack does not provide control such as Play or Pause over the attached portable media player PHONE A Phone B Quick Dial C Phonebook D History E Messaging F Settings Hands free calling is one of the main features of SYNC Once ...

Page 515: ...d held device while driving and encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving The first thing you must do to use the phone features of SYNC is to pair your Bluetooth enabled cellular phone with SYNC This allows you to use your phone in a hands free manner Note Put the transm...

Page 516: ...n the pairing is successful The system asks you if you want to download your phonebook SYNC may prompt you with more phone options For more information on your phone s capability see your phone s user guide and visit the website Making Calls Press the voice button on your steering wheel controls When prompted say Call name or say Dial then the desired number To end the call or exit phone mode pres...

Page 517: ...e screen To turn on contact picture settings if your device supports this feature press Phone Settings Manage Phonebook Download photos from Phonebook On Certain smart phones may support transferring street addresses when listed with phone book contact information If your phone supports this feature you can select and use these addresses as destinations and save them as favorites History After you...

Page 518: ...e text messaging acronyms such as LOL 1 Touch the top left corner of the display to access the Phone menu 2 Select Messaging 3 Choose from the following Listen speaker icon Dial Send Text View Delete Composing a Text Message Note This is a speed dependent feature It is unavailable when your vehicle is traveling at speeds over 5 mph 8 km h Note Downloading and sending text messages using Bluetooth ...

Page 519: ...o Thanks Stuck in traffic Call me later LOL Receiving a Text Message When a new message arrives an audible tone sounds and the screen displays a pop up with the caller name and ID if supported by your phone You can press View to view the text message Listen for SYNC to read the message to you Dial to call the contact Ignore to exit the screen Note If you select View and your vehicle is traveling o...

Page 520: ...fication Text Message Notification Select a text message notification if supported by your phone Choose from possible system alert tones text to speech or silent Internet Data Connection If your phone is compatible use this screen to adjust your internet data connection Select to make your connection profile with the personal area network or to turn off your connection You can also choose to adjus...

Page 521: ...l name on other Pair phone Call voicemail Privacy on Dial Reply to text messages Do not disturb off Turn ringer off Do not disturb on Turn ringer on Forward text messages Unmute call Go to hands free Help These commands are only available during an active call If you have said Messages see the following Messages chart MESSAGES Call Forward text messages Listen to text message Listen to text messag...

Page 522: ...ide com to register and check your eligibility for complimentary services Standard phone and message rates may apply Subscription may be required You must also have the active SYNC Services Bluetooth enabled cellular phone paired and connected to the system in order to connect to and use SYNC Services See Phone earlier in this chapter for pairing instructions Note This feature does not function pr...

Page 523: ...munications For more information see SYNC Services Terms and Conditions at www SYNCMyRide com If you do not want Ford or its service providers to collect your vehicle travel information or other information identified in the Terms and Conditions do not subscribe or use the service SYNC Services uses advanced vehicle sensors integrated GPS technology and comprehensive map and traffic data to give y...

Page 524: ... time within a Directions or Business search to speak with a live operator The system may prompt you to speak with an operator when it has difficulty matching your voice request The live operator can assist you by searching for businesses by name or by category residential addresses by street address or by name or specific street intersections Operator Assist is a feature of your SYNC Services sub...

Page 525: ...ker access to your most used or favorite information You can save address points such as work or home You can also save favorite information like sports teams such as Detroit Lions or a news category You can learn more about personalization by logging onto www SYNCMyRide com Push to interrupt Press the voice button at any time while connected to SYNC TDI Services to interrupt a voice prompt or an ...

Page 526: ...f any hand held device while driving and encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving Note In order to use SIRIUS Travel Link your vehicle must be equipped with navigation and your navigation SD card must be in the SD card slot Note A paid subscription is required to access...

Page 527: ...button to view fuel prices at stations close to your vehicle s location or on an active navigation route Movie Listings Touch this button to view nearby movie theaters and their show times if available Weather Touch this button to view the nearby weather current weather or the five day forecast for the chosen area Select Map to see the weather map which can show storms radar information charts and...

Page 528: ...cores you may say any of the commands in the Sports headlines Sports schedules and Sports scores commands chart If you have said Travel Link you may say any of the commands in the Travel Link chart Sports headlines sports schedules and sports scores voice commands Baseball My teams College basketball NBA College football NFL Golf NHL MLS WNBA Motor sports TRAVEL LINK 5 day weather forecast Golf sc...

Page 529: ...on touch the corner of the touchscreen with the green tab Press Alerts and then choose from any of the following services View the message Delete the message Delete All messages This screen displays any system messages such as an SD card fault Note The system alerts you to any messages by turning the information icon yellow After you read or delete the messages the icon returns to white Calendar I...

Page 530: ...re that you read the 911 Assist privacy notice later in this section for important information Note If any user turns 911 Assist on or off that setting applies for all paired phones If 911 Assist is turned off either a voice message plays or a display message or icon comes on or both when your vehicle is started after a previously paired phone connects Note Every phone operates differently While S...

Page 531: ...The vehicle must have battery power and be located in the U S Canada or in a territory in which 911 is the emergency number In the Event of a Crash Not all crashes deploy an airbag or activate the fuel pump shut off which would trigger 911 Assist however SYNC tries to contact emergency services if 911 Assist triggers If a connected phone sustains damage or loses connection to SYNC SYNC searches fo...

Page 532: ...do not turn the feature on Vehicle Health Report If Equipped U S Only WARNING Always follow scheduled maintenance instructions regularly inspect your vehicle and seek repair for any damage or problem you suspect Vehicle Health Report supplements but cannot replace normal maintenance and vehicle inspection Vehicle Health Report only monitors certain systems electronically monitored by your vehicle ...

Page 533: ...g a Report If your vehicle is equipped with Navigation touch the i Information button to access these features If your vehicle is not equipped with Navigation touch the corner of the touchscreen with the green tab If you want to run a report by using the touchscreen touch Apps Vehicle Health Report To run a report by voice command press the voice button on the steering wheel and when prompted say ...

Page 534: ...ot manually set the date Your vehicle s GPS does this for you Note If the battery has been disconnected your vehicle needs to acquire a GPS signal to update the clock Once your vehicle acquires the signal it may take a few minutes for the update to display the correct time 1 Press the Settings icon Clock 2 Press and to adjust the time A B C D E F MyFord Touch If Equipped 533 2013 Explorer exp Owne...

Page 535: ...ht level If you select AUTO or NIGHT you have the options of turning the display s Auto Dim feature on or off and changing the Auto Dim Manual Offset feature Edit Wallpaper You can have your touchscreen display the default photo or upload your own Uploading Photos for Your Home Screen Wallpaper Note You cannot load photos directly from your camera You must access the photos either from your USB ma...

Page 536: ...plete information on this system see Active park assist in the Driving Aids chapter Ambient Lighting If Equipped When activated ambient lighting illuminates footwells and cupholders with a choice of colors To access and make adjustments 1 Press the Settings icon Vehicle Ambient Lighting 2 Touch the desired color 3 Use the scroll bar to increase or decrease the intensity To turn the feature on or o...

Page 537: ...er 3681 and the system unlocks Valet mode allows you to lock the system No information is accessible until the system is unlocked with the correct PIN 1 Press the Settings icon Vehicle Enable Valet Mode 2 When prompted enter a four digit PIN After you press Continue the system locks until you enter the PIN again Settings Access and adjust system settings voice features as well as phone navigation ...

Page 538: ...gs and personal data Voice Control Press the Settings icon Settings Voice Control then select from the following Voice Control Interaction Mode Standard interaction mode provides more detailed interaction and guidance Advanced mode has less audible interaction and more tone prompts Confirmation Prompts Have the system ask you short questions if it has not clearly heard or understood your request N...

Page 539: ...itch to the inserted media source Bluetooth Devices Select to connect disconnect add or delete a device You can also set a device as your favorite so that the system automatically attempts to connect to that device at every ignition cycle Gracenote Database Info This allows you to view the version level of the Gracenote Database Gracenote Mgmt With this feature on the Gracenote Database supplies m...

Page 540: ...ystem use guidance prompts Have the system automatically fill in State Province information Traffic Preferences Have the system display areas where roadwork occurs Have the system display incident icons Have the system display areas where difficult driving conditions may occur Have the system display areas where snow and ice on the road may occur Have the system display any smog alerts Have the sy...

Page 541: ... or have it be silent Text Message Notification Select the type of notification for text messages alert tone beep text to speech or have it be silent Internet Data Connection If compatible with your phone you can adjust your internet data connection Select to make your connection profile with the personal area network or to turn off your connection You can also choose to adjust your settings or ha...

Page 542: ...n it on for connectivity purposes Choose a Wireless Network allows you to use a previously stored wireless network You can categorize by alphabetical listing priority and signal strength You can also choose to search for a network connect to a network disconnect from a network receive more information prioritize a network or delete a network Gateway Access Point Mode makes SYNC an access point for...

Page 543: ...try Carrier Phone Number User Name and Password Bluetooth Settings Shows you the currently paired devices as well as giving you your typical Bluetooth options to connect disconnect set as favorite delete and add device Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG Prioritize Connection Methods Choose your connection methods and change them as needed You can select to Change Order and ha...

Page 544: ...e not accessible when your vehicle is moving 911 Assist Turn on and turn off the 911 Assist feature See 911 Assist in the SYNC applications and services section In Case of Emergency ICE Speed Dial allows you to save up to two numbers as ICE contacts for quick access if there is an emergency Select Edit to access your phonebook and then select the desired contacts The numbers then appear as options...

Page 545: ... D Rear Touch to access the rear climate control Rear climate control settings appear at the bottom of the screen Touch the power icon to turn the rear climate control functions off and on Touch Rear Control to allow the rear seat passengers to adjust the rear climate settings Touch it again to prevent the rear seat passengers from adjusting the settings Rear Control automatically turns off when y...

Page 546: ...g the temperature control The system automatically controls Fan speed Airflow distribution A C on or off Outside or recirculated air I Rear defroster Touch to turn the rear window defroster and heated mirrors J Defrost Touch to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice Touch again to return to the previous airflow selection When on defrost Provides outside air to reduce window fogging Distributes a...

Page 547: ...n For example press the voice button and after the prompt Say a command say any of the following commands Climate control voice commands Climate automatic Climate my temperature Climate off Climate on Climate temperature 15 5 29 5 degrees Climate temperature 60 85 degrees Help There are additional climate control commands but in order to access them you have to say Climate first then when the syst...

Page 548: ...acement SD card see your authorized dealer Note The SD card slot is spring loaded To remove the SD card just push the card in and release it Do not attempt to pull the card out to remove it this could cause damage Your navigation system is comprised of two main features destination mode and map mode To set a destination press the green corner of your touchscreen then Dest when it appears See Setti...

Page 549: ...ree different types of routes and then select Start Route Fastest Route Uses the fastest moving roads possible Shortest Route Uses the shortest distance possible Eco Route Uses the most fuel efficient route You can cancel the route or have the system demo the route for you Select Route Prefs to set route preferences like avoiding freeways tollroads ferries and car trains as well as to use or not u...

Page 550: ...re subcategories which contain more listings Subcategories Restaurant Golf Parking Home Garden Personal Care Services Automobile Dealership Government Office Public Transit Education To expand these listings press the in front of the point of interest listing When programming a point of interest destination the system allows you to sort the resulting lists alphabetically by distance or by cityseek...

Page 551: ...ion and information appear such as address and phone number If cityseekr lists the point of interest more information is available such as a brief description hotel check in and checkout times or restaurant hours Press More Information for a longer review a list of services and facilities the average room or meal price as well as the website link This screen displays point of interest icons such a...

Page 552: ...s Center Fitness Center Handicap Facilities Internet Access Laundry Pool Refrigerator Wi Fi For restaurants cityseekr can provide information such as star rating average cost review handicap access hours of operation and website address For hotels cityseekr can provide information such as star rating price category review check in and check out times hotel service icons and website address MyFord ...

Page 553: ... close to your destination This may not be very useful in dense areas and may clutter the map when other points of interest display Route Preferences Choose to have the system display the shortest route fastest route or most ecological route Avoid freeways toll roads ferries and car trains when planning your route Use high occupancy vehicle lanes if available Navigation Preferences Choose prompts ...

Page 554: ... s if possible for all routes To delete a selection choose the listing on the screen When the screen changes to Avoid Areas Edit you can press Delete at the bottom right of the screen Map Mode Press the green bar in the upper right area of the touchscreen to view map mode Map mode shows advanced viewing comprised of both 2D city maps as well as 3D landmarks when available 2D city maps show detaile...

Page 555: ...otated 180 degrees by dragging your finger along the shaded bar with arrows at the bottom of the map Re center the map by pressing this icon whenever you scroll the map away from your vehicle s current location Auto Zoom Press the green bar to access map mode then select the or zoom button to bring up the zoom level and Auto buttons on the touchscreen When you press Auto Auto Zoom turns on and Aut...

Page 556: ...ress Book as your Home entry You cannot change this icon POI Point Of Interest icons indicate locations of any point of interest categories you choose to display on the map You can choose to display about 56 point of interest subcategories on the map at one time Starting point indicates the starting point of a planned route Waypoints indicates the location of a waypoint on the map The number insid...

Page 557: ...te Access these features when a route is active View route Edit destination waypoints Edit turn list Detour Edit route preferences Edit traffic preferences Cancel route Navteq is the digital map provider for the navigation application If you find map data errors you may report them directly to Navteq by going to http mapreporter navteq com Navteq evaluates all reported map errors and responds with...

Page 558: ...earest POI Voice on Destination play nametags Voice volume decrease Destination POI Voice volume increase Destination POI category Where am I Destination previous destination Zoom in Destination street address Zoom out Detour 1 Help 1 These commands are only available when a navigation route is active 2 If you have said the command Destination you may say any of the above commands or commands in t...

Page 559: ...nation Street Address If your vehicle is equipped with the SD card navigation feature you have the ability to enter in a street address using a feature called one shot destination street address When you say either Navigation destination street address or Destination street address the system asks you to say the full address The system displays an example on screen You can then speak the address n...

Page 560: ...rface with and or communicate with or may be later upgraded to interface with and or communicate with additional software and or systems provided by third party software and service suppliers The additional software and services of third party origin as well as associated media printed materials and online or electronic documentation THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE are protected by international intellectual...

Page 561: ...multiple media versions e g in the user documentation and in the software Even if you receive multiple EULAs you are licensed to use only one 1 copy of the SOFTWARE SOFTWARE Transfer You may permanently transfer your rights under this EULA only as part of a sale or transfer of the DEVICE provided you retain no copies you transfer all of the SOFTWARE including all component parts the media and prin...

Page 562: ...cknowledge and agree that MS Microsoft Corporation FORD MOTOR COMPANY third party software and service suppliers their affiliates and or their designated agent may automatically check the version of the SOFTWARE and or its components that you are utilizing and may provide upgrades or supplements to the SOFTWARE that may be automatically downloaded to your DEVICE Additional Software Services The SO...

Page 563: ...and abide with the DEVICE operating instructions particularly as they pertain to safety and assumes any risk associated with the use of the DEVICE UPGRADES AND RECOVERY MEDIA If the SOFTWARE is provided by FORD MOTOR COMPANY separate from the DEVICE on media such as a ROM chip CD ROM disk s or via web download or other means and is labeled For Upgrade Purposes Only or For Recovery Purposes Only yo...

Page 564: ...Microsoft Corporation third party software or service providers their affiliates or suppliers PRODUCT SUPPORT Product support for the SOFTWARE is not provided by MS its parent corporation Microsoft Corporation or their affiliates or subsidiaries For product support please refer to FORD MOTOR COMPANY instructions provided in the documentation for the DEVICE Should you have any questions concerning ...

Page 565: ...e using the system for the first time all persons have access to the User s Guide and read its instructions and safety information carefully WARNING Operating certain parts of this system while driving can distract your attention away from the road and possibly cause an accident or other serious consequences Do not change system settings or enter data non verbally using your hands while driving St...

Page 566: ...ard Any navigation features may require manual non verbal setup Attempting to perform such set up or insert data while driving can seriously distract your attention and could cause an accident or other serious consequences Stop the vehicle in a safe and legal manner before attempting these operations Let Your Judgment Prevail Any navigation features are provided only as an aid Make your driving de...

Page 567: ...ersion of this Agreement and of the privacy policy 1 Safe and Lawful Use You acknowledge that devoting attention to the TeleNav Software may pose a risk of injury or death to you and others in situations that otherwise require your undivided attention and you therefore agree to comply with the following when using the TeleNav Software a observe all traffic laws and otherwise drive safely b use you...

Page 568: ... to other parties 3 1 License limitations You agree not to do any of the following a reverse engineer decompile disassemble translate modify alter or otherwise change the TeleNav Software or any part thereof b attempt to derive the source code audio library or structure of the TeleNav Software without the prior express written consent of TeleNav c remove from the TeleNav Software or alter any of T...

Page 569: ...ED INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE FROM COURSE OF DEALING CUSTOM OR TRADE AND INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS WITH RESPECT TO THE TELENAV SOFTWARE Certain jurisdictions do not permit the disclaimer of certain warranties so this limitation may not apply to you 5 Limitation of ...

Page 570: ...ance with the laws of the State of California without giving effect to its conflict of laws provisions To the extent judicial action is necessary in connection with the binding arbitration both TeleNav and you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the County of Santa Clara California The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not a...

Page 571: ... your use of the TeleNav Software 8 4 TeleNav s or your failure to require performance of any provision shall not affect that party s right to require performance at any time thereafter nor shall a waiver of any breach or default of this Agreement constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach or default or a waiver of the provision itself 8 5 If any provision herein is held unenforceable then such ...

Page 572: ...including their licensors and suppliers on the other hand The Data for areas of Canada includes information taken with permission from Canadian authorities including 娀 Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada 娀 Queen s Printer for Ontario 娀 Canada Post Corporation GeoBase NT holds a nonexclusive license from the United States Postal Service to publish and sell ZIP 4 information 娀 United States Pos...

Page 573: ...imilar applications or b with or in communication with including without limitation cellular phones palmtop and handheld computers pagers and personal digital assistants or PDAs WARNING This Data may contain inaccurate or incomplete information due to the passage of time changing circumstances sources used and the nature of collecting comprehensive geographic Data any of which may lead to incorrec...

Page 574: ...f the U S Department of Commerce and the Bureau of Industry and Security of the U S Department of Commerce To the extent that any such export laws rules or regulations prohibit NT from complying with any of its obligations hereunder to deliver or distribute Data such failure shall be excused and shall not constitute a breach of this Agreement Entire Agreement These terms and conditions constitute ...

Page 575: ...2011 NAVTEQ All rights reserved If the Contracting Officer federal government agency or any federal official refuses to use the legend provided herein the Contracting Officer federal government agency or any federal official must notify NAVTEQ prior to seeking additional or alternative rights in the Data Wi Fi hotspot data provided by JiWire 娀2013 JiWire Gracenote Copyright CD and music related da...

Page 576: ... any third party YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR EXPLOIT GRACENOTE CONTENT GRACENOTE DATA THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR GRACENOTE SERVERS EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED HEREIN You agree that your non exclusive licenses to use the Gracenote Content Gracenote Data the Gracenote Software and Gracenote Servers will terminate if you violate these restrictions If your licenses terminate you agree to cease any and al...

Page 577: ... BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TITLE AND NON INFRINGEMENT NEITHER GRACENOTE WARRANTS THE RESULTS THAT WILL BE OBTAINED BY YOUR USE OF THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR ANY GRACENOTE SERVER IN NO CASE WILL GRACENOTE BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR FOR ANY LOST PROFITS OR LOST REVENUES FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER 娀 Gracenote ...

Page 578: ...the equipment The term IC before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met The antenna used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Appendices 577 2013 Explorer exp Owners Guide gf 4th Printing November 2012 USA fus ...

Page 579: ... 157 manual heating and air conditioning system 157 Air filter 354 Air filter cabin 165 All Wheel Drive AWD driving off road 230 Ambient mood lighting 535 Ambulance packages 16 AM FM 494 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 338 Anti lock brake system see Brakes 239 Anti theft system 84 87 arming the system 84 87 disarming a triggered system 87 Audio system Single CD 145 149 150 Audio system see Radio 145...

Page 580: ...2 automatic locking mode retractor 40 LATCH 30 Child safety seats booster seats 23 Cleaning the touchscreen 481 Cleaning your vehicle 363 engine compartment 365 instrument panel 367 interior 366 plastic parts 364 washing 363 waxing 365 wheels 368 wiper blades 366 Climate control see Air conditioning or Heating 157 Climate voice commands 546 Clock 145 533 Collision Warning System 278 Console 203 ov...

Page 581: ...ice points 334 336 Engine block heater 210 Engine oil checking and adding 337 dipstick 337 filter specifications 409 refill capacities 406 specifications 406 Event data recording 13 Exhaust fumes 210 F Fail safe cooling 342 Fleet MyKey programming 69 Flexible Fuel Vehicle FFV 212 Floor mats 306 Fluid capacities 406 Fuel cap 216 capacity 406 choosing the right fuel 213 filler funnel 214 filling you...

Page 582: ... maintenance I M testing 221 Instrument panel cleaning 367 cluster 114 Intelligent Access Key 63 J Jack 395 positioning 395 storage 395 Joining two calls multiparty conference call 443 Jump starting your vehicle 311 K Keyless entry system autolock 76 keypad 82 locking and unlocking doors 83 programming entry code 82 Keys 62 84 positions of the ignition 206 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications c...

Page 583: ...ds 557 Notifications 528 P Pairing other phones 440 515 Pairing your phone 514 Pairing your phone for the first time 439 514 Parental MyKey programming 69 Park Assist 248 Parking brake 239 Parts see Motorcraft parts 409 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 53 Phone Bluetooth menu options adding connecting deleting turning on off 450 Phone redial 444 Phone settings 519 540 Phone voice commands ...

Page 584: ...afety belts see Safety restraints 39 42 Safety defects reporting 321 Safety information 435 482 Safety restraints 39 40 42 Belt Minder 43 Belt Minder deactivating activating 45 extension assembly 42 for adults 39 40 for children 20 25 inflatable safety belt 46 Occupant Classification Sensor 53 safety belt maintenance 47 seat belt maintenance 47 warning light and chime 43 Safety restraints LATCH an...

Page 585: ...s 16 Specification chart lubricants 406 Stability system 242 Starting your vehicle 209 jump starting 311 push button start system 206 Steering wheel 89 controls 91 tilting 89 Supplemental Restraint System SRS see airbags 51 Supported media file types 510 Supported player media formats and metadata information 510 SYNC customer support 435 481 SYNC Services 458 521 System settings 536 T Temperature...

Page 586: ...ns 406 Turn signal 102 U Universal garage door opener 190 USB port 153 507 Using privacy mode 443 V Vehicle health report 456 531 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 410 Vehicle loading 285 Ventilating your vehicle 210 Voice commands in media mode 462 Voice commands in phone mode 440 Voice recognition 486 W Warning lights see Lights 114 Washer fluid 348 349 Water Driving through 305 Windows power 10...

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