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REVIEW
COPY
:
2004
Explorer
(exp)
,
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
(own2002)
,
Market:
USA
English
(fus)
Cleaning
211
210
212
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
4
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
4
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Emission Warranty
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Special Notes
5
Event Data Recording
6
Service Data Recording
6
Special Instructions
6
Miffle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information
7
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
7
Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
Optional Instrument Cluster
10
Standard Instrument Cluster
10
Warning and Control Lights
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Anti-Lock Brake System
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Check Fuel Cap
11
Air Bag Readiness
12
Check Gage
12
Hi Temp Low Oil
12
Safety Belt
12
Electronic Throttle Control
13
Overdrive off
13
Advancetrac
14
AWD Lock
14
Door Ajar
14
Speed Control
14
Gauges
15
Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges
15
Speedometer
15
Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges
15
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
16
Odometer
16
Trip Odometer
16
Battery Voltage Gauge
17
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
17
Fuel Gauge
17
Tachometer
17
AM/FM Stereo/Single CD Radio
18
Entertainment Systems
18
Audiophile Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Six CD Radio
21
Fast Forward
21
Text
21
Fade
22
Occupancy
22
Treble
22
Autoset
23
Compression
23
Setting the Clock
23
Traffic
23
Cat
24
Speed Sensitive Volume
24
CD/CD Player Care
25
Radio Frequencies
25
Radio Reception Factors
25
Audio System Warranty and Service
26
Climate Controls
27
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
27
Max A/C
27
Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (DEATC) System
28
Auxiliary System
31
Front Auxiliary Controls
31
Rear Passenger Climate Control
31
Rear Window Defroster
32
Rear Auxiliary Controls (if Equipped)
32
Floor Console Climate Controls (if Equipped)
32
Autolamp System
33
Foglamp Control
33
Headlamp Control
33
Lights
33
Flash to Pass
34
High Beams
34
Panel Dimmer Control
34
Aiming the Headlamps
35
Headlamp Aim Adjustment
35
Dome/Reading Lamps
36
Interior Lamps
36
Turn Signal Control
36
Cargo/Reading Lamps
37
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
37
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
37
Using the Right Bulbs
37
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
38
Replacing Front Parking/Turn Signal Bulbs
40
Replacing Front/Rear Side Marker Bulbs
41
Replacing Side Repeater Bulbs
41
Replacing Tail/Brake/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
41
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
42
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulb
42
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
42
Driver Controls
43
Multi-Function Lever
43
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
43
Windshield Wiper
43
Changing the Wiper Blades
44
Steering Wheel Adjustment
44
Tilt Steering Column
44
Cell Phone Use
45
Center Console
45
Overhead Console
46
Rear Center Console Features (if Equipped)
46
Storage Compartment
46
Illuminated Visor Mirror
47
Installing a Garage Door Opener (if Equipped)
47
Auxiliary Power Point
48
Power Windows
48
Rear Auxiliary Power Point
48
Accessory Delay
49
One Touch down
49
Power Side View Mirrors
49
Window Lock
49
Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror
50
Fold-Away Mirrors
50
Heated Outside Mirrors
50
Power Adjustable Foor Pedals
51
Setting Speed Control
51
Resuming a Set Speed
52
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
53
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
53
Audio Control Features
54
Steering Wheel Controls
54
Turning off Speed Control
54
Climate Control Features
55
Moon Roof
56
Homelink Wireless Control System
57
Programming
57
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
59
Erasing Homelink Buttons
60
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
60
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
60
Compass
61
Compass Zone Adjustment
61
Electronic Compass/Temperature Display
61
Outside Air Temperature
61
Compass Calibration Adjustment
62
Info Menu
63
Message Center
63
Reset
63
Selectable Features
63
Compass Display
64
Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
64
Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
65
Average Fuel Economy for FFV-Equipped Vehicles
66
Distance to Empty (DTE)
66
Trip Elapsed Drive Time
66
Setup Menu
67
System Check
67
Autolamp Delay
68
Autolocks
68
Easy Entry/Exit (if Equipped)
68
Units (English/Metric)
68
Language
69
System Warnings
69
AWD Lock off and AWD Auto on
71
Check Engine Temperature
71
Temporary AWD Lock
71
Transmission Overheated
71
Data Err
74
Positive Retention Floor Mat
75
Rear Liftgate
75
Cargo Cover
76
5 Passenger Stowage
77
7 Passenger Stowage
77
Cargo Management System
77
Luggage Rack
77
To Adjust Cross-Bar Position
78
Locks and Security
79
Keys
79
Power Door Locks
79
Liftgate
79
Remote Entry System
80
Childproof Door Locks
80
Unlocking the Doors
81
Locking the Doors/Liftgate
81
Anti-Theft System
81
Opening the Liftgate Window
82
Sounding a Panic Alarm
82
Memory Seats/Adjustable Pedals/Easy Entry-Exit Feature
82
Activating the Memory Seat Feature
82
Replacing the Battery
83
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
84
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
84
Keyless Entry System
85
Illuminated Entry
85
Programming a Personal Entry Code
85
Erasing Personal Code
86
Anti-Scan Feature
86
Unlocking and Locking the Doors, Liftgate and Liftgate Window Using Keyless Entry
86
Autolock
87
Deactivating/Activating Autolock
87
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure
87
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
88
Keyless Entry Key Pad Procedure
88
Message Center Procedure
88
Theft Indicator
89
Automatic Arming
89
Automatic Disarming
89
Replacement Keys
90
Programming Spare Keys
90
Adjustable Head Restraints
92
Seating and Safety Restraints
92
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
93
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
94
Memory Seat/Easy Entry/Exit Feature
95
Folding down the 60/40 Rear Seats
96
Heated Seats
96
Rear Seats
96
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
96
Adjusting the 2Nd Row Recline
97
Folding down the 40/20/40 Rear Seats or Bucket Seats
97
Operating the 2Nd Row Seat for E-Z Entry
98
Folding the Middle 2Nd Row Seat
99
3Rd Row Stow Feature
100
Second Row Center Seat Storage Space
100
Third Row Seat
100
To Put Seat in Stowed Position
101
To Put Seat in Upright Position
101
Personal Safety System
102
Safety Restraints
102
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Air Bag Supplemental Restraints
103
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
103
Front Crash Severity Sensor
103
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
103
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
104
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
104
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
104
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
106
Energy Management Feature
106
Automatic Locking Mode
107
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
107
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
107
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
108
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
108
Safety Belt Pretensioner
109
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
110
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
110
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
110
Beltminder
111
Conditions of Operation
111
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
113
One Time Disable
113
Safety Belt Maintenance
114
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
115
Important SRS Precautions
115
Children and Air Bags
117
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
117
Determining if the System Is Operational
119
Safety Canopy System
120
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
121
Children and Safety Belts
123
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
123
Important Child Restraint Precautions
123
Safety Restraints for Children
123
Child Booster Seats
124
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
124
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
125
Types of Booster Seats
125
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
126
Safety Seats for Children
126
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
127
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
130
Attaching Safety Seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) Attachments for Child Seat Anchors
133
Driving
135
Starting
135
Positions of the Ignition
135
Important Safety Precautions
135
Starting the Engine
137
Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel Vehicles Only)
137
If the Engine Fails to Start Using the Preceding Instructions
138
Using the Engine Block Heater
138
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
138
Important Ventilating Information
138
Brakes
139
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
139
ABS Warning Lamp
139
Brake Assist
139
Parking Brake
140
Advancetrac Stability Enhancement System
141
Steering
143
Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
144
Automatic Transmission Operation
145
Brake-Shift Interlock
145
Driving with a 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
147
P (Park)
147
R (Reverse)
147
N (Neutral)
147
D (Drive) with Overdrive
148
D (Drive) Without Overdrive
148
Reverse Sensing System
149
Forced Downshifts
149
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
149
Limited-Slip Axle
151
All Wheel Drive (AWD) System
151
Normal Operation
152
Autolock Operation
152
Disabling AWD
152
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
153
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
153
Basic Operating Principles
154
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
154
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
154
Emergency Maneuvers
155
AWD Systems
156
Sand
156
Mud and Water
156
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
157
Driving on Snow and Ice
158
Tires, Replacement Requirements
159
Maintenance and Modifications
160
Driving through Water
161
Vehicle Loading - with and Without a Trailer
161
Base Curb Weight
161
Vehicle Curb Weight
161
Cargo Weight
163
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
163
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
163
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
163
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
164
GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
164
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
164
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
165
Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight
165
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
165
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
166
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
166
Trailer Towing
167
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight
168
Preparing to Tow
169
Hitches
169
Safety Chains
170
Trailer Brakes
170
Trailer Lamps
170
Driving While You Tow
170
Servicing after Towing
171
Trailer Towing Tips
171
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
171
Recreational Towing
172
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) 4X2 Vehicles
172
AWD Vehicles
172
Roadside Emergencies
173
Getting Roadside Assistance
173
Using Roadside Assistance
173
Roadside Coverage Beyond Basic Warranty
174
Hazard Flasher Switch
174
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
175
Fuses and Relays
176
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
176
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
177
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel (Top Side)
180
Power Distribution Box
181
High-Current Fuses
182
Relays Codes
185
Changing Tires
186
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
186
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
188
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
188
Removing the Jack and Tools
189
Removing the Spare Tire
190
Changing the Spare Tire
191
Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
193
Re-Stowing the Jack and Tools
194
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
194
Jump Starting
195
Preparing Your Vehicle
195
Connecting the Jumper Cables
196
Removing the Jumper Cables
198
Wrecker Towing
200
Customer Assistance
201
Ford Extended Service Plan
201
Getting the Services You Need
201
The Dispute Settlement Board
202
Board Membership
203
What the Board Needs
203
Making a Decision
204
Oral Presentations
204
To Request a DSB Brochure/Application
204
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
205
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program
205
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
208
Cleaning
209
Washing the Exterior
209
Waxing
209
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
210
Engine
210
Paint Chips
210
4.0L SOHC V6 Engine
211
4.6L V8 Engine
211
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
212
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
212
Windows and Wiper Blades
212
Interior
213
Interior Trim
213
Leather Seats
213
Underbody
213
Maintenance and Specifications
215
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
215
Service Recommendations
215
Working with the Engine off
215
Working with the Engine on
215
Maintenance and Specifications
216
Opening the Hood
216
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
217
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
219
Windshield Washer Fluid
219
Checking the Engine Oil
220
Adding Engine Oil
222
Engine Oil Recommendations
223
Battery
224
Checking Engine Coolant
226
Adding Engine Coolant
228
Coolant Refill Capacity
230
Recycled Engine Coolant
230
Severe Climates
230
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
230
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
231
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
231
Fuel Information
232
Choosing the Right Fuel
234
FFV Engine
235
Fuel Quality
235
Octane Recommendations
235
Unleaded Gasoline Engines
235
Cleaner Air
236
Fuel Filler Cap
236
Running out of Fuel
236
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
237
Fuel Filter
237
Measuring Techniques
237
Filling the Tank
238
Filling the Tank for FFV Equipped Vehicles
238
Calculating Fuel Economy
239
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
239
Habits
239
Conditions
240
Flex Fuel (E-85) Cruising Range
240
Maintenance
240
Emission Control System
241
EPA Window Sticker
241
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
242
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
243
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
243
Brake Fluid Reservoir
244
Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
245
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
245
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
246
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
246
Temperature a B C
247
Traction AA a B C
247
Treadwear
247
Glossary of Tire Terminology
248
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
248
Tire Information
248
Information on “P” Type Tires
249
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
252
Information on “T” Type Tires
253
Location of the Tire Label
253
Tire Care
253
Tire Inflation Pressure
253
Tire and Wheel Alignment
255
Tire Rotation
255
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
256
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
256
Tire Wear
257
Safety Practices
258
Tire Replacement Requirements
258
Highway Hazards
259
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
259
Changing Tires with TPMS
261
Using Snow Tires and Traction Devices
261
Motorcraft Part Numbers
262
Refill Capacities
263
Lubricant Specifications
265
Engine Data
267
Vehicle Dimensions
267
Certification Label
269
Identifying Your Vehicle
269
Vehicle Identification Number
269
Engine Number
270
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
270
Truck Application
270
Passenger Car Application
271
Accessories
272
Exterior Style
272
Genuine Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle
272
Interior Style
273
Lifestyle
273
Peace of Mind
273
Index
274
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Mercury 2004 Mountaineer Specifications
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Brand
Mercury
Model
2004 Mountaineer
Category
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Language
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