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2015 EXPLORER Owner’s Manual

2015 EXPLORER Owner’s Manual

September 2014

Second Printing

Owner’s Manual

Explorer

Litho in U.S.A.

fordowner.com ford.ca

FL2J 19A321 AA

Table of Contents

Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
- Table of Contents4
- Table of Contents6
- Table of Contents8
  - Table of Contents10
  - Protecting the Environment11
Introduction11
- Symbol Glossary12
- Data Recording13
- Service Data Recording13
- Event Data Recording14
- California Proposition 6515
- Perchlorate Material15
- Replacement Parts Recommendation16
- Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs16
- Collision Repairs16
- Special Notices17
- Special Instructions17
- Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles17
- Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow17
- Mobile Communications Equipment18
- Export Unique Vehicle Specific Information18
- General Information19
Child Safety19
- Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children20
- Child Seat Positioning21
- Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children22
- Booster Seats23
  - Types of Booster Seats24
  - Child Seats26
- Installing Child Seats26
- Child Safety Locks38
- Principles of Operation39
Safety Belts39
- Fastening the Safety Belts41
- Safety Belt Height Adjustment44
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime45
- Safety Belt-Minder45
- Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance49
Personal Safety System50
- How Does the Personal Safety System Work?50
Supplementary Restraints System51
- Sos Post-Crash Alert System52
- Driver and Passenger Airbags53
- Front Passenger Sensing System55
- Side Airbags58
- Safety Canopy Curtain Airbags59
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator61
- Airbag Disposal62
- General Information on Radio Frequencies63
- Intelligent Access (if Equipped)63
Keys and Remote Control63
- Remote Control64
  - Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts) (if Equipped)64
  - Intelligent Access Key (if Equipped)64
- Keys64
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control69
  - Non-Configurable Settings70
  - Configurable Settings70
Mykey70
- Settings, Mykey70
- Remote Start, Mykey72
- Troubleshooting, Mykey73
- Locking and Unlocking74
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel91
- Steering Wheel Controls93
- Windshield Wipers97
  - Speed-Dependent Wipers (if Equipped)97
  - Rain-Sensing Wipers (if Equipped)97
Wipers and Washers97
- Windshield Washers98
- Rear-Window Wiper and Washers98
- Lighting Control99
  - High Beams99
  - Headlamp Flasher99
- Autolamps100
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer101
- Headlamp Exit Delay101
- Front Fog Lamps104
- Direction Indicators104
- Interior Lamps105
- Power Windows108
Windows and Mirrors108
- Accessory Delay109
- Bounce-Back109
- Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature109
- Window Lock109
- Exterior Mirrors110
- Sun Visors113
- Gauges116
Instrument Cluster116
- Low Fuel Reminder117
- Adaptive Cruise Control (RTT) (if Equipped)118
- Airbag Readiness118
- Anti-Lock Brake System118
- Warning Lamps and Indicators118
- Audible Warnings and Indicators123
- Trip Computer128
- Information Messages134
  - Message Indicators134
  - Manual Climate Control145
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning145
- Automatic Climate Control (with Sony Audio System)147
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control147
- Cabin Air Filter154
- Rear Window Defroster154
- Automatic Settings155
- Remote Start155
- Sitting in the Correct Position156
Seats156
- Head Restraints157
- Manual Seats160
- Heated and Ventilated Seats165
- Climate Controlled Seat Air Filter Replacement (if Equipped)166
- Rear Seats167
Universal Garage Door Opener (if Equipped) 177178
- Programming179
- Erasing the Function Button Codes180
- Reprogramming a Single Button180
- Programming Homelink to a Genie Intellicode 2 Garage Door Opener181
- Programing the Transmitters181
- Programming Homelink to the Genie Intellicode Garage Door Opener Motor182
- Clearing a Homelink Device182
Auxiliary Power Points183
- Locations183
- 110 Volt AC Power Point (if Equipped)184
- Center Console186
- Rear Center Console (if Equipped)186
Storage Compartments186
- Overhead Console187
Starting and Stopping the Engine188
- Ignition Switch (if Equipped)189
- Keyless Starting (if Equipped)189
- Ignition Modes190
- Starting a Gasoline Engine190
- Vehicles with an Ignition Key191
- Vehicles with Keyless Start191
- Fast Restart (Vehicles with Keyless Start)192
- Failure to Start192
- Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle Is Stationary192
- Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle Is Moving192
- Guarding against Exhaust Fumes193
- Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)193
- Important Ventilating Information193
- Using the Engine Block Heater194
- Safety Precautions195
Fuel and Refueling195
- Fuel Quality196
- Running out of Fuel198
- Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container198
- Refueling199
- Easy Fuel no Cap Fuel System200
- Fuel Consumption202
- Automatic Transmission206
Four-Wheel Drive (if Equipped)213
- How Utility Vehicles Differ from Other Vehicles214
- Driving in Special Conditions with Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)214
- Basic Operating Principles in Special Conditions214
- If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement215
- If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck215
- Emergency Maneuvers216
- Sand216
- Mud and Water217
- Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain217
- Driving on Snow and Ice218
- Maintenance and Modifications219
Brakes220
- Brake Assist220
- Brake over Accelerator220
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes221
- Parking Brake221
- Hill Start Assist222
Stability Control224
- Using Advancetrac with Rsc225
- Terrain Management (if Equipped)226
Terrain Response226
- Hill Descent Control227
- Sensing System (if Equipped)229
Parking Aids229
- Using the Rear Sensing System230
- Active Park Assist (if Equipped)231
- Using Active Park Assist232
- Automatic Steering into Parking Space233
- Deactivating the Park Assist Feature234
- The System Does Not Look for a Space234
- The System Does Not Offer a Particular Space234
- Troubleshooting the System234
- Rear View Camera System (if Equipped)235
- The System Does Not Position the Vehicle Where I Want in Space235
- Using the Rear View Camera System236
- Adjusting the Rear View Camera Settings (if Equipped)237
- Guidelines and the Centerline238
- Enhanced Park Aids239
- Manual Zoom239
- Rear Camera Delay239
- Setting a Speed240
- Switching Cruise Control on240
- Using Cruise Control240
Driving Aids249
- Resetting the System250
- System Display250
- Lane Keeping System (if Equipped)251
- System Settings251
- Troubleshooting254
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)255
- Steering263
Load Carrying265
- Adjusting the Crossbars (if Equipped)266
- Base Curb Weight266
- Load Limit266
- Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer266
- Payload267
- Vehicle Curb Weight267
- Cargo Weight268
- GAW (Gross Axle Weight)269
- GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)269
- GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)269
- GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)269
- GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)271
- Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight271
- Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit272
- Load Placement274
- Towing a Trailer274
- Recommended Towing Weights275
- Trailer Sway Control (if Equipped)275
- Essential Towing Checks276
- Trailer Hitch Cover277
- Trailer Towing Connector277
- Hitches278
- Weight-Distributing Hitch278
- Before Towing a Trailer279
- Safety Chains279
- Trailer Brakes279
- Trailer Lamps279
- Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)280
- When Towing a Trailer280
- Transporting the Vehicle281
- Wrecker Towing281
- Emergency Towing282
- Recreational Towing282
  - Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels282
  - Breaking-In284
- Economical Driving284
Driving Hints284
- Driving through Water285
- Floor Mats285
Roadside Emergencies287
- Getting Roadside Assistance287
- Hazard Warning Flashers289
- Fuel Cut-Off Switch289
- Fuel Shutoff289
- Jump-Starting the Vehicle290
Customer Assistance293
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)300
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)300
- Changing a Fuse301
- Fuse Specification Chart301
Maintenance311
- Opening and Closing the Hood312
- Under Hood Overview313
- Engine Shield316
- Engine Oil Dipstick316
- Engine Oil Check317
- Adding Engine Oil317
- Engine Coolant Check317
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check323
- Brake Fluid Check327
- Power Steering Fluid Check327
- Fuel Filter328
- Washer Fluid Check328
- Checking the Wiper Blades331
- Adjusting the Headlamps334
- Changing a Bulb336
- Bulb Specification Chart340
  - Replacing the License Plate Lamp Bulb340
  - Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulb340
- Cleaning Products342
- Cleaning the Exterior342
Vehicle Care342
- Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts343
- Exterior Chrome343
- Stripes or Graphics (if Equipped)343
- Underbody343
- Cleaning the Engine344
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage344
- Waxing344
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades345
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens346
- Cleaning the Interior346
- Cleaning Leather Seats (if Equipped)347
- Cleaning the Alloy Wheels348
- Vehicle Storage349
Wheels and Tires352
- How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles353
- Tire Care354
- Using Snow Chains371
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)372
- Changing a Road Wheel376
- Technical Specifications383
- Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications383
Capacities and Specifications385
- Engine Specifications385
- Engine Drivebelt Routing386
- Part Numbers392
- Vehicle Identification Number393
- Vehicle Certification Label394
- Transmission Code Designation394
Accessories395
- Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself397
- Rental Car Reimbursement397
Extended Service Plan397
- Transferable Coverage398
- Service Plans399
- Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors400
- CD and CD Player Information400
Audio System400
- MP3 Track and Folder Structure401
- Myford System402
- Menu Structure404
- Am/Fm/CD Premium Audio System407
- Am/Fm/CD Sony Audio System (if Equipped)408
- HD Radio Information (if Available)409
- HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting411
- Satellite Radio Channels413
- Satellite Radio Information (if Equipped)413
- Satellite Radio Reception Factors413
- Sirius Satellite Radio Service413
- Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)414
- Auxiliary Input Jack415
  - Media Hub417
  - Usb Port (if Equipped)417
Sync418
- Driving Restrictions419
- Safety Information419
- Privacy Information420
- Initiating a Voice Session421
- System Interaction and Feedback421
- Using Voice Recognition421
- Adjusting the Interaction Level422
- Helpful Hints422
- Pairing a Phone for the First Time423
- Using Sync with Your Phone423
- Pairing Subsequent Phones424
- Phone Voice Commands424
- Making Calls426
- Phone Options During an Active Call426
- Receiving Calls426
- Accessing Features through the Phone Menu428
- Receiving a Text Message430
- Sending, Downloading and Deleting Your Text Messages430
- Text Messaging430
- Pre-Defined Text Message Options431
- Accessing Your Phone Settings432
- Bluetooth Devices Menu Options434
- Advanced Menu Options435
- 911 Assist437
  - Sync Applications and Services (if Equipped)437
  - Setting 911 Assist on438
  - In the Event of a Crash439
- Vehicle Health Report440
  - Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice441
  - SYNC Services442
  - Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Phone Menu443
  - Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands443
  - Receiving Turn-By-Turn Directions443
  - Disconnecting from SYNC Services444
  - SYNC Applink445
  - To Access Using the Media Menu445
  - To Access Using the Phone Menu445
  - Connecting Your Digital Media Player Via the USB Port446
  - To Access Using Voice Commands446
  - Using Sync with Your Media Player446
  - Media Voice Commands447
  - What’s Playing?447
  - Media Menu Features449
  - Accessing Your Play Menu452
  - Myford Touch467
  - Cleaning the Touchscreen Display471
  - Speed-Restricted Features472
Myford Touch® (if Equipped)475
- Audio Sources and Memory Presets475
- Voice Recognition475
- Listening to Music481
- Information Menu507
- Settings519
- Navigation System534
Appendices553
- General Maintenance Information572
- Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?572
Scheduled Maintenance572
- Additives and Chemicals573
- Protecting Your Investment573
- Oils, Fluids and Flushing574
- Multi-Point Inspection575
- Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor577
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log577

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Brand	Ford
Model	EXPLORER 2015
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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