Ford EXPLORER 2014 - User Manual

Ford EXPLORER 2014

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EL2J 19A321 AA

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February 2014

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Third Printing

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Owner’s Manual

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Explorer

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Litho in U.S.A.

2014 EXPLORER Owner’s Manual

2014 EXPLORER Owner’s Manual

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Table of Contents

Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
- Table of Contents4
- Table of Contents6
- Table of Contents8
  - Protecting the Environment11
Introduction11
- Symbol Glossary12
- Data Recording14
- Service Data Recording14
- Event Data Recording14
- Perchlorate Material16
- Replacement Parts Recommendation16
- Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs16
- Collision Repairs17
- Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow18
- Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance18
- Mobile Communications Equipment18
- General Information20
Child Safety20
- Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children21
- Child Seat Positioning22
- Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children23
- Booster Seats24
  - Types of Booster Seats25
  - Child Seats27
- Installing Child Seats27
- Child Safety Locks39
- Principles of Operation40
Safety Belts40
- Fastening the Safety Belts42
- Safety Belt Height Adjustment45
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime46
- Conditions of Operation46
- Safety Belt-Minder46
- Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder Feature47
- Rear Inflatable Safety Belt48
- How Does the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt System Work?49
- Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance50
Personal Safety System51
- How Does the Personal Safety System Work?51
Supplementary Restraints System52
- Sos Post-Crash Alert System53
- Driver and Passenger Airbags54
  - Children and Airbags55
  - Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment55
- Front Passenger Sensing System56
- Knee Airbag System (Passenger’s Side Only)56
- Side Airbags59
- Safety Canopy Curtain Airbags60
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator62
- Airbag Disposal63
- General Information on Radio Frequencies64
- Intelligent Access64
Keys and Remote Control64
- Remote Control65
  - Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)65
  - Intelligent Access Key65
- Keys65
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control71
- Non-Configurable Settings72
Mykey72
- Settings, Mykey72
- Remote Start, Mykey75
- Troubleshooting, Mykey75
- Locking and Unlocking77
- Anti-Theft Alarm92
  - Arming the Alarm92
  - Disarming the Alarm93
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel94
- Steering Wheel Controls96
- Adjustable Pedals99
- Windshield Wipers100
- Rain-Sensing Wipers100
- Speed-Dependent Wipers100
Wipers and Washers100
- Windshield Washers101
- Rear-Window Wiper and Washers101
- Lighting Control102
  - High Beams102
  - Headlamp Flasher102
- Autolamps103
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer103
- Headlamp Exit Delay104
- Daytime Running Lamps104
- Automatic High Beam Control105
- Front Fog Lamps106
  - Activating the System106
  - Manually Overriding the System106
- Direction Indicators107
- Interior Lamps107
- Power Windows110
Windows and Mirrors110
- Accessory Delay111
- Bounce-Back111
- Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature111
- Window Lock111
- Exterior Mirrors112
- Sun Visors115
- Gauges118
Instrument Cluster118
- Warning Lamps and Indicators119
- Audible Warnings and Indicators124
- Trip Computer129
- Information Messages134
- Manual Climate Control146
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning146
- Automatic Climate System (with Sony Audio System)148
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control148
- Cabin Air Filter155
- Rear Window Defroster155
- Automatic Settings156
- Sitting in the Correct Position157
Seats157
- Head Restraints158
- Manual Seats161
- Recline Adjustment161
- Power Seats162
- Memory Function164
- Heated Seats165
- Heated and Cooled Seats166
- Heated and Ventilated Seats166
  - Cooled Seats167
  - Heated and Cooled Seat Air Filter Replacement167
- Rear Seats168
Universal Garage Door Opener (if Equipped) 179180
- Programming181
- Erasing the Function Button Codes182
- Reprogramming a Single Button182
- Programming Homelink to a Genie Intellicode 2 Garage Door Opener183
- Programing the Transmitters183
- Programming Homelink to the Genie Intellicode Garage Door Opener Motor184
- Clearing a Homelink Device184
- FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance184
Auxiliary Power Points185
- Locations185
- 110 Volt AC Power Point186
Storage Compartments188
- Center Console188
- Rear Center Console188
- Overhead Console189
Starting and Stopping the Engine190
- Ignition Switch191
- Keyless Starting191
- Ignition Modes192
- Starting a Gasoline Engine192
- Vehicles with an Ignition Key193
- Vehicles with Keyless Start193
- Failure to Start194
- Fast Restart (Vehicles with Keyless Start)194
- Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle Is Moving194
- Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle Is Stationary194
- Engine Block Heater195
Fuel and Refueling197
- Fuel Quality198
- Running out of Fuel200
- Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container200
- Refueling201
- Easy Fuel no Cap Fuel System202
- Fuel Consumption204
- Automatic Transmission208
- Hill Start Assist214
  - Using Hill Start Assist215
  - Using Your Four Wheel Drive (4Wd) System216
Four-Wheel Drive (if Equipped)216
- How Utility Vehicles Differ from Other Vehicles217
- Driving in Special Conditions with Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)217
- Basic Operating Principles in Special Conditions217
- If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement218
- If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck218
- Emergency Maneuvers219
- Sand220
- Mud and Water220
- Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain221
- Driving on Snow and Ice222
- Maintenance and Modifications223
Brakes224
- Brake over Accelerator224
- Brake Assist224
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes225
- Parking Brake225
  - Using Traction Control226
  - System Indicator Lights and Messages226
Stability Control227
- Using Advancetrac with Rsc228
- Terrain Management229
Terrain Response229
- Hill Descent Control230
- Sensing System232
Parking Aids232
- Using the Rear Sensing System233
- Active Park Assist234
- Rear-View Camera System238
- Using Cruise Control243
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control244
Driving Aids253
- Resetting the System254
- System Display254
- Lane Keeping System255
- System Settings256
- Blind Spot Information System (Blis) with Cross Traffic Alert (Cta)259
- Collision Warning System265
- Steering268
  - Steering Tips269
  - Cargo Nets270
- Roof Racks and Load Carriers270
Load Carrying270
- Adjusting the Crossbars271
- Base Curb Weight271
- Load Limit271
- Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer271
- Payload272
- Vehicle Curb Weight272
- Cargo Weight273
- GAW (Gross Axle Weight)273
- GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)274
- GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)274
- GCW (Gross Combined Weight)276
- GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)276
- Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight276
- Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit277
- Load Placement279
- Towing a Trailer279
- Recommended Towing Weights280
- Trailer Sway Control280
- Essential Towing Checks281
- Trailer Hitch Cover282
- Trailer Towing Connector282
- Hitches283
- Weight-Distributing Hitch283
- Before Towing a Trailer284
- Safety Chains284
- Trailer Brakes284
- Trailer Lamps284
- Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)285
- When Towing a Trailer285
- Transporting the Vehicle286
- Wrecker Towing286
- Emergency Towing287
- Recreational Towing287
  - Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels287
  - Vehicles Equipped with a 2.0L Engine287
  - Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L or 3.7L Engine288
  - Breaking-In289
- Economical Driving289
Driving Hints289
- Driving through Water290
- Floor Mats291
Roadside Emergencies292
- Getting Roadside Assistance292
- Hazard Warning Flashers293
- Fuel Shutoff294
- Fuel Cut-Off Switch294
- Jump-Starting the Vehicle295
Customer Assistance298
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)305
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)305
- Changing a Fuse306
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color306
- Fuse Specification Chart307
Maintenance316
- General Information316
- Opening and Closing the Hood317
- Under Hood Overview318
- Engine Oil Check321
- Engine Oil Dipstick321
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check327
- Brake Fluid Check332
- Fuel Filter332
- Power Steering Fluid Check332
- Washer Fluid Check332
- Checking the Wiper Blades336
  - Air Filter Check337
  - Changing the Air Filter Element338
- Adjusting the Headlamps339
- Changing a Bulb341
- Bulb Specification Chart345
Vehicle Care347
- Cleaning Products347
- Cleaning the Exterior347
- Waxing349
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage349
- Cleaning the Engine349
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades350
- Cleaning the Interior351
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens351
- Cleaning Leather Seats352
- Cleaning the Alloy Wheels353
- Vehicle Storage353
- Removing Vehicle from Storage355
Wheels and Tires356
- Four-Wheel Drive System356
- Notice to Utility Vehicle, Van and Truck Owners356
- How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles357
- Important Tire Information for 265/45ZR20 Sport Tires and Wheels358
- Tire Care358
- Using Snow Chains375
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)376
- Changing a Road Wheel380
- Technical Specifications388
  - Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications388
  - Engine Drivebelt Routing389
- Engine Specifications389
Capacities and Specifications389
- Motorcraft Part Numbers395
- Vehicle Identification Number396
- Transmission Code Designation397
- Vehicle Certification Label397
Accessories398
- Exterior Style398
- Interior Style398
- Lifestyle398
- Peace of Mind399
- Rental Car Reimbursement400
Extended Service Plan400
- Roadside Assistance401
- Transferable Coverage401
Audio System403
- CD and CD Player Information403
- Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors403
- MP3 Track and Folder Structure404
- Myford System405
- Menu Structure407
- Am/Fm/CD Premium Audio System410
- Am/Fm/CD Sony Audio System411
- Hd Radio Information412
- HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting414
- Satellite Radio Channels416
- Satellite Radio Information416
- Auxiliary Input Jack419
- Media Hub420
- Usb Port420
Sync421
- Driving Restrictions422
- Support422
- SYNC Owner Account422
- Privacy Information423
- When Using SYNC423
- Initiating a Voice Session424
- System Interaction and Feedback424
- Using Voice Recognition424
- Adjusting the Interaction Level425
- Helpful Hints425
- Pairing a Phone for the First Time426
- Using Sync with Your Phone426
- Pairing Subsequent Phones427
- Phone Voice Commands427
- Making Calls429
- Phone Book Commands429
- Receiving Calls429
- Phone Options During an Active Call430
- Accessing Features through the Phone Menu432
- Text Messaging433
- Receiving a Text Message434
- Sending, Downloading and Deleting Your Text Messages434
- Pre-Defined Text Message Options435
- Accessing Your Phone Settings436
- Bluetooth Devices Menu Options438
- Advanced Menu Options440
- Sync Applications and Services441
- 911 Assist442
- In the Event of a Crash443
- Setting 911 Assist on443
- 911 Assist May Not Work if444
- 911 Assist Privacy Notice444
- Vehicle Health Report444
  - Vehicle Health Report Options445
  - SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI)446
  - Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice446
  - Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands447
  - Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Phone Menu448
  - Receiving Turn-By-Turn Directions448
  - Disconnecting from SYNC Services449
  - SYNC Services Quick Tips449
  - Using Sync with Your Media Player449
  - Connecting Your Digital Media Player Via the USB Port450
  - What’s Playing?450
  - Media Voice Commands451
  - Voice Command Guide452
  - Media Menu Features454
  - Accessing Your Play Menu455
  - Myford Touch® (if Equipped)470
  - Safety Information474
  - Restricted Features475
  - Speed-Restricted Features475
Myford Touch® (if Equipped)478
- Audio Sources and Memory Presets478
- Voice Recognition478
- Listening to Music484
- Phone Features503
- Information Menu510
- Settings522
- Navigation System537
Appendices549
- General Operation555
- Voice Command Control555
- Prolonged Views of Screen555
- Volume Setting555
- Navigation Features556
- Distraction Hazard556
- Route Safety556
- Emergency Services556
Scheduled Maintenance569
- General Maintenance Information569
- Convenience570
- Protecting Your Investment570
- Additives and Chemicals571
- Check Every Month571
- Oils, Fluids and Flushing571
- Owner Checks and Services571
- Check Every Six Months572
- Multi-Point Inspection572
- Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor574
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log574
Index586

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Brand	Ford
Model	EXPLORER 2014
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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