Ford EXPLORER 2013 - Cruise Control

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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)

Table of Contents

Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
- Table of Contents4
- Table of Contents6
- Table of Contents8
Introduction11
- Symbol Glossary12
- Service Data Recording13
- Event Data Recording14
Child Safety19
- Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children20
- Child Seat Positioning21
- Booster Seats23
- Types of Booster Seats24
- Installing Child Safety Seats26
- Child Safety Locks37
- Principles of Operation38
Safety Belts38
- Fastening the Safety Belts40
- Safety Belt Height Adjustment43
- Safety Belt Extension Assembly43
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime44
- Safety Belt-Minder44
  - Conditions of Operation44
  - Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder® Feature46
- Rear Inflatable Safety Belt47
- How Does the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt System Work?47
- Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance48
Personal Safety System49
- How Does the Personal Safety System Work?49
Supplementary Restraints System50
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System51
- Driver and Passenger Airbags52
- Front Passenger Sensing System54
- Side Airbags56
- Safety Canopy Curtain Airbags58
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator59
- Airbag Disposal61
Keys and Remote Control62
- General Information on Radio Frequencies62
- Intelligent Access (if Equipped)62
- Remote Control63
- Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts) (if Equipped)63
- Keys63
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control69
  - Standard Settings70
  - Optional Settings70
- Settings, Mykey70
- Remote Start, Mykey72
- Troubleshooting, Mykey73
- Locking and Unlocking74
- Securicode™ Keyless Entry Keypad83
- Securilock® Passive Anti-Theft System85
- Anti-Theft Alarm88
  - Arming the Alarm89
  - Disarming the Alarm89
Steering Wheel90
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel90
- Steering Wheel Controls92
- Adjustable Pedals95
Wipers and Washers96
- Windshield Wipers96
- Rain-Sensing Wipers96
- Speed-Dependent Wipers96
- Windshield Washers97
- Rear-Window Wiper and Washer97
- Lighting Control98
- Autolamps99
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer99
- Headlamp Exit Delay100
- Daytime Running Lamps101
- Automatic High Beam Control101
  - Activating the System102
  - Manually Overriding the System103
- Front Fog Lamps103
- Direction Indicators103
- Interior Lamps104
Windows and Mirrors106
- Power Windows106
- Exterior Mirrors108
- Interior Mirrors110
- Auto-Dimming Mirror111
- Sun Visors111
Instrument Cluster114
- Gauges114
- Fuel Gauge114
- Warning Lamps and Indicators115
- Audible Warnings and Indicators121
Information Displays Controls122
- Menu122
- Trip Computer125
- Information Messages133
Audio System144
- CD and CD Player Information144
- Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors144
- MP3 Track and Folder Structure145
- Myford® SYSTEM146
- Auxiliary Input Jack152
- Media Hub154
- USB Port154
- Satellite Radio Channels155
- Satellite Radio Information155
Climate Control158
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System158
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control System (with Sony Audio System)160
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control System (with My Temp)162
- Rear Passenger Climate Control163
- General Operating Tips164
- Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control165
- Cabin Air Filter166
- Rear Window Defroster166
Seats169
- Sitting in the Correct Position169
- Head Restraints170
- Tilting Head Restraints (if Equipped)173
- Manual Seats173
- Power Seats175
  - Power Seat Adjustments175
  - Power Lumbar175
- Memory Function176
- Heated Seats177
- Heated and Cooled Seats178
- Heated and Cooled Seat Air Filter Replacement (if Equipped)179
- Rear Seats180
- Car2U® Home Automation System191
Universal Garage Door Opener (if Equipped)191
- Rolling Code Programming193
- Fixed Code Programming194
- Erasing the Function Button Codes195
- Homelink Wireless Control System195
- Homelink® Wireless Control System196
Auxiliary Power Points201
- Locations201
- 110 Volt AC Power Point (if Equipped)202
Storage Compartments204
- Center Console204
- Rear Center Console (if Equipped)204
- Overhead Console205
Starting and Stopping the Engine206
- Ignition Switch207
- Keyless Starting207
- Engine Block Heater211
Fuel and Refueling213
- Safety Precautions213
- Choosing the Right Fuel214
- Choosing the Right Fuel with a Flex Fuel Vehicle (if Equipped)214
- Fuel Quality214
- Octane Recommendations215
- Running out of Fuel215
  - Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container216
  - Easy Fuel® no Cap Fuel System217
- Refueling217
- Filling the Tank218
- Fuel Consumption218
- Automatic Transmission223
- Hill Start Assist230
- Using Hill Start Assist230
Four-Wheel Drive (if Equipped)231
- Using Your Four Wheel Drive (4WD) System231
- How Utility Vehicles Differ from Other Vehicles232
- Driving in Special Conditions with Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)232
- Basic Operating Principles in Special Conditions232
- If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement233
- If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck233
- Emergency Maneuvers234
- Sand234
- Mud and Water235
- Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain236
- Driving on Snow and Ice237
- Maintenance and Modifications238
Brakes239
- Brake over Accelerator239
- Brake Assist239
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes240
- Parking Brake240
Traction Control241
- Using Traction Control241
- System Indicator Lights and Messages241
Stability Control242
- Advancetrac243
- Using Advance Trac with RSC243
Terrain Response244
- Terrain Management244
- Hill Descent Control245
Parking Aids247
- Sensing System247
- Using the Rear Sensing System248
- Active Park Assist249
- Rear-View Camera System253
- Using Cruise Control258
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control259
Driving Aids268
- Driver Alert268
- Lane Keeping System270
- System Settings271
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)274
- Collision Warning System279
  - Using the Collision Warning System280
  - Blocked Sensors281
- Steering283
  - Electric Power Steering283
  - Steering Tips284
Load Carrying285
- Cargo Net285
- Roof Racks and Load Carriers285
- Trailer Towing294
- Wrecker Towing302
- Recreational Towing303
Driving Hints305
- Economical Driving305
  - Breaking-In305
  - Driving through Water306
- Floor Mats307
Roadside Emergencies309
- Getting Roadside Assistance309
- Hazard Warning Flashers311
- Fuel Cut-Off Switch311
- Vehicles Equipped with Mytouch311
- Jump-Starting the Vehicle312
Customer Assistance315
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)322
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)322
- Changing a Fuse323
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color323
- Fuse Specification Chart324
  - Power Distribution Box324
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel329
Maintenance333
- Precautions333
- Working with the Engine off333
- Working with the Engine on333
- Opening and Closing the Hood334
- 2.0L Ecoboost® Engine335
- Under Hood Overview335
  - 3.5L V6 Engine336
  - 3.5L V6 Ecoboost® Engine337
- Engine Oil Check338
- Engine Oil Dipstick338
- Engine Coolant Check339
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check344
- Brake Fluid Check349
- Fuel Filter349
- Power Steering Fluid Check349
- Washer Fluid Check349
- Checking the Wiper Blades353
  - Air Filter Check354
  - Changing the Air Filter Element355
- Adjusting the Headlamps356
- Changing a Bulb358
- Bulb Specification Chart362
  - Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulb362
  - Replacing the License Plate Lamp Bulb362
Vehicle Care364
- Cleaning Products364
- Cleaning the Exterior364
- Waxing366
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage366
- Cleaning the Engine366
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades367
- Cleaning the Interior367
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens368
- Cleaning Leather Seats369
- Cleaning the Alloy Wheels369
- Vehicle Storage370
- Removing Vehicle from Storage372
Wheels and Tires373
- Four-Wheel Drive System (if Equipped)373
- Notice to Utility Vehicle, Van and Truck Owners373
- How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles374
- Important Tire Information for P265/45ZR20 Sport Tires and Wheels375
- Tire Care375
- Using Snow Chains391
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)392
- Changing a Road Wheel396
- Technical Specifications404
- Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications404
Capacities and Specifications405
- Engine Specifications405
  - Engine Drivebelt Routing406
  - Motorcraft Part Numbers410
- Vehicle Identification Number411
- Vehicle Certification Label412
- Transmission Code Designation412
Accessories413
- Exterior Style413
- Interior Style413
- Lifestyle413
- Peace of Mind414
Ford Extended Service Plan415
Scheduled Maintenance418
- General Maintenance Information418
- Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?418
- Why Maintain Your Vehicle?418
- Additives and Chemicals419
- Protecting Your Investment419
- Oils, Fluids and Flushing420
- Owner Checks and Services420
- Multi-Point Inspection421
- Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®423
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log423
Sync435
- Driving Restrictions436
- Safety Information436
- Support436
- SYNC Owner Account436
- Privacy Information437
- Initiating a Voice Session438
- System Interaction and Feedback438
- Using Voice Recognition438
- Adjusting the Interaction Level439
- Helpful Hints439
- Pairing Your Phone for the First Time440
- Vehicle Health Report457
Myford Touch® (if Equipped)479
- Climate480
- Navigation480
- Phone480
- Entertainment481
- Home481
- Settings481
- Cleaning the Touchscreen Display482
- Using the Touch-Sensitive Controls on Your System482
- Speed-Restricted Features483
- Accessing and Adjusting Modes through Your Right Vehicle Information Display485
- Infotainment Display485
  - How to Use Voice Commands with Your System487
  - These Commands Can be Said at any Time487
- Voice Recognition487
- Listening to Music493
- Phone Features514
- Information Menu522
- Settings534
- Climate Features545
- Climate Control Voice Commands547
- Navigation System548
Appendices560
- End User Notice565
- Microsoft® Windows® Mobile for Automotive Important Safety Information565
- Read and Follow Instructions565
- Voice Command Control565
- Volume Setting566
- Use of Speech Recognition Functions566
- Navigation Features566
- Distraction Hazard566
- Potential Map Inaccuracy567
- Emergency Services567
- Telenav Software End User License Agreement567
Index579

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