Ford 2002 Explorer User Manual

Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 6
Controls and features 31
Seating and safety restraints 135
Starting and driving
Starting 182
Driving 187
Roadside emergencies 225
Servicing
Maintenance and care 251
Capacities and specifications 304
Customer assistance 313
Reporting safety defects 325
Index 326
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Ford 2002 Explorer Specifications

General

Brand	Ford
Model	2002 Explorer
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Instrumentation

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Explanation of dashboard warning lights and audible chimes indicating vehicle status.

GAUGES

Details on instrument cluster gauges like speedometer, odometer, and fuel gauge.

MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)

How to access and interpret vehicle information and system warnings.

System Warnings

Listing and explanation of various system alerts and messages for the driver.

Controls and features

LIGHTING AND VISIBILITY CONTROLS

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Operation of manual and automatic climate control features.

AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION

Controls and features for AM/FM radio, cassette, and CD player functions.

CRUISE CONTROL

REMOTE AND KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMS

Seating and safety restraints

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Overview of the Personal Safety System, SRS, and safety belt components.

Safety restraints precautions

Installing child safety seats

Starting

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE

STARTING THE ENGINE

Procedure for starting the engine, including steps for different temperatures.

Cold weather starting

Driving

BRAKES

Information on service brakes, noise, and the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).

ADVANCETRAC STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM

Functionality and operation of the stability and traction enhancement system.

STEERING

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION

Operation of the automatic transmission, including brake-shift interlock.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION

How to operate the 4WD system, including Control-Trac modes.

VEHICLE LOADING

TRAILER TOWING

Roadside emergencies

Getting roadside assistance

FUSES AND RELAYS

CHANGING THE TIRES

Procedure for changing a flat tire, including tool locations and safety.

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Step-by-step instructions for jump-starting a vehicle with a dead battery.

Maintenance and care

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

ENGINE OIL

Instructions for checking, adding, and recommended engine oil types.

BRAKE FLUID AND CLUTCH FLUID

Procedure for checking and adding brake/clutch fluid, including safety warnings.

ENGINE COOLANT

Checking and adding engine coolant, including concentration and severe climate advice.

BATTERY

Tires, Replacement Requirements

Reporting safety defects

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)

How to inform NHTSA and Ford Motor Company about vehicle safety defects.