Before starting the engine check the following:
•
Make sure all occupants have fastened their safety belts.
•
Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
•
Make sure the parking brake is on.
•
Make sure the gearshift is in position
P.
•
Turn the ignition key to the on position. If your vehicle is equipped
with a keyless ignition, see the following instructions.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Note:
Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Turn the key to the start position. Release the key when the engine
starts.
Note:
The engine may continue cranking for up to 15 seconds or until it
starts.
Note:
If you cannot start the engine on the first try, wait for a short
period and try again.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
Note:
Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Press the button.
The system does not function if:
•
The key frequencies are jammed.
•
The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do the following:
1. Locate the key backup slot in
the center console utility
compartment.
2. With the buttons facing the rear
of the vehicle and the key ring
up, place the key into backup
slot.
3. With the key in this position,
press the brake pedal, then the
button to switch the ignition on
and start your vehicle.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
2015 Explorer
(exp)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, September 2014
USA
(fus)
