Ford 2004 User Manual

(if equipped)

This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your Owner’s Guide, which contains more detailed information concerning the features of your vehicle and important safety warnings to help reduce the risk of injury to you and your occupants. Always carefully read your entire Owner’s Guide when first learning about your vehicle and consult the appropriate chapter when questions arise.

All information contained in the Quick Reference Guide was accurate at the time of duplication. We reserve the right to change features, operation and/or functionality of any vehicle specification at any time. Your Ford dealer is the best source for the most current information.

For detailed operating and safety information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.

Ford Motor Company

P.O. Box 6248 n Dearborn, Michigan 48121

(TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952)

December 2003 Second Printing Quick Reference Guide

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Explorer Sport Trac

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Volume/Power Control – Press the

control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower the volume.

AM/FM Select – In radio mode, press

to select AM or FM frequency bands. In tape and CD modes, press to stop play and begin radio play.

Seek Function – In radio mode, press

to find the next listenable station up or down the band. In tape mode, press to move to the next/previous selection on the tape. In CD mode, press to select the next/previous track on the disc.

Scan Function – In radio mode, press

to hear a sampling of all listenable stations. In tape and CD modes, press to hear a brief sampling of all selections.

Tune Adjust – In radio mode, press to

move to the next frequency up or down the band.

Tape/CD Select – Press TAPE to start

tape play; pressing during fast forward or rewind will stop the tape. Press CD to start CD play. Pressing CD repeatedly will toggle between single CD play and CD changer play (if equipped).

Autoset Memory Preset – Select AM,

FM1, or FM2 band, then press AUTO to activate autoset memory preset, which allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. Press again to deactivate autoset.

Setting the Clock – Press and hold

CLK and press SEEK to set the hour. Press and hold CLK and press TUNE to set the minute.

Select – Press to adjust sound output

and distribution after selecting BASS, TREB, BAL or FADE.

Setting Memory Preset Stations –

Select AM, FM1, or FM2 band, then select a station. Next, press and hold a numbered control until the

eturns.

sound r

CAUTION: DO NOT USE CD WITH ADHESIVE LABEL*

Scan Function – In radio mode, press

to hear a sampling of all listenable stations. In CD mode, press to hear a brief sampling of all selections on the current CD.

CD/AUX – Press to select CD/AUX modes.

No CD will display if there is not a CD present in the audio system. If a disc is loaded, there will be a number (1-6) inside the circle on the display. When in radio mode, press CD/AUX to play a loaded CD.

Loading CD – Press LOAD and then a

preset number to select a slot. Press and hold LOAD to activate autoload.

Volume/Power Control – Press the

control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

AM/FM Select – Press to select AM/FM

frequency band. Autostore allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Press and momentarily hold AM/FM. AUTOSTORE will flash on the display. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Press again to disengage.

CDs with adhesive labels and irregularly shaped CDs may get stuck in the CD player. Homemade

CDs should be identified with per

manent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels.

Satellite – Your Audiophile radio comes

equipped with satellite-ready capability. The kit to enable satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer-installed kit.

Disc/Tune CAT – In radio mode, press to

move to the next frequency up or down the band. In CD mode, press to select a disc in the CD player. CAT is only available when equipped with satellite radio. The kit to enable satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer-installed kit.

Digital Signal Processing – Press DSP

and then SEL to choose the desired signal mode.

Seek Function – In radio mode, press to

move to the next listenable station up or down the band. In CD mode, press to select the next/previous track on the current disc.

Setting the Clock – Press MENU until

SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Press SEL to set the time. Press MENU again to disengage the clock mode.

Setting Memory Preset Stations – Select

AM, FM1, or FM2 band, then select a station. Next, press and hold a numbered control until the sound returns.

Temperature Control – Rotate the

knob to adjust the temperature of the air flow inside the vehicle.

Fan Speed Control – Rotate the knob

to adjust the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

A/C – Uses outside air to cool the

vehicle. Air flow will be from the instrument panel vents only. The air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher.

Max A/C – Uses recirculated air to

quickly cool the vehicle. Air flow will be from the instrument panel vents only. MAX A/C is noisier than A/C, but more economical and efficient. This mode can also be used to help prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. The air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher.

Panel – Distributes outside air

through the instrument panel vents.

Panel and Floor – Distributes outside

air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents.

Floor – Distributes outside air through

the floor vents.

Floor and Defrost – Distributes

outside air through the windshield defroster vents and the floor vents.

Defrost – Distributes outside air

through the windshield defroster vents. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.

Operating Tips:

Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in the MAX A/C or OFF position when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to "breathe" using the outside air inlet vents.

Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow to the back seats.

Tire Pressure – Your tire pressure is properly set at the dealership according to the recommended

specifications found on the Tire Pressure Label located on the driver’s door jamb. Please check your tire pressure during routine maintenance and seasonal changes.

Fuel Tank Capacity – Explorer Sport Trac has a 22.5-gallon tank. Your vehicle is designed to use

“Flex” fuel and “Regular” unleaded gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 for optimum performance. The use of gasoline with lower octane ratings may degrade performance.

Fuses – If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. For more

information about changing a fuse, please consult your Owner’s Guide.

Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch – After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump

shut-off switch may have to be reset. The switch is located in the passenger’s footwell, by the kick panel. For more information on resetting your fuel pump shut-off switch, please consult your Owner’s Guide.

Changing the Tires – If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead,

gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that can also be used as a regular tire. For more information on your spare tire, please consult your Owner’s Guide.

Location of the Spare Tire and Tools

Item Location

Spare Tire Under the vehicle just in front of

the rear bumper

Jack, In the passenger-side rear cab compartment Wheel Nut Wrench behind the access door in the trim panel

Jack Handle, In the passenger-side rear cab compartment Jack Handle Extension behind the access door in the trim panel

Roadside Emergencies – To fully assist you if you should have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a

complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available 24 hours, seven days a week for the Basic Warranty period (Canada) or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (U.S.) of three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles). Roadside assistance will cover:

Changing a flat tire Jump-starts Limited fuel delivery Lock-out assistance Towing of your vehicle

Roadside Assistance Centers

Country Phone Number

United States (800) 241-3673

Canada (800) 665-2006

For complete details on any roadside assistance concern, please consult the chapter or the Customer Assistance chapter in your Owner’s Guide.

Roadside Emergencies

2004

model

EXPLORER SPORT TRAC

Quick Reference Guide

2004 MODEL EXPLORER SPORT TRAC QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

From the rugged exterior styling to the bountiful amenities, every No Boundaries vehicle is fully equipped to help you enter the next territory. In order to help you fully appreciate the numerous features of your new vehicle, we invite you to explore this easy-to-use Quick Reference Guide. Used in conjunction with the Interactive Owner Experience CD-Rom, you can briefly hear how to operate the features listed to the right once you place the CD into any audio CD player. Find the numbered call-out from the photograph of the instrument panel located in the center of the Quick Reference Guide, and then select the corresponding numbered audio track on the CD. For more comprehensive information, place the CD into any computer.*

This vehicle handles differently from an ordinary passenger car in driving conditions which may occur on streets and highways

and off-road. DRIVE WITH CARE AND WEAR A SAFETY BELT AT ALL TIMES. Ford urges you to read the Owner’s Guide and Driving Your SUV or Truck Supplement for further information on safe driving precautions and instructions.

*Refer to the minimum configuration

requirements located on the back

panel of the CD jacket.

Headlamp/Panel Dimmer Control

Rotate clockwise to the first position to turn on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate

lamps and tail lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps.

Use the instrument panel dimmer control, which is located to the right of the headlamp control, to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting during headlamp and parking lamp operation. Rotate up to brighten and down to dim. Rotate to the full up position (past detent) to also turn on the interior lamps. To turn off the interior lamps, rotate to the full down position (past detent).

You may also set the headlamps to automatically turn on at night and off during the day by using the autolamp delay system (if equipped) located on the headlamp control. In addition, the delay system can be set to keep the headlamps on for up to three minutes after the key is turned to OFF. For more information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.

Check Engine Lamp

The Check Engine indicator light

illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to

check the bulb. Solid illumination

after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. For more information, please consult the

diagnostics (OBD-II) section in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter

your Owner’s Guide.

On board

Your vehicle is also equipped with a check fuel cap lamp that illuminates when the fuel cap is not correctly installed. Continually driving with this light on may cause the check engine warning light to come on. To help prevent activation, always secure your fuel cap by turning it clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.

ABS Warning Lamp

Illuminates momentarily when the ignition is turned to the ON position. In an emergency, apply continuous force on the brake to prevent wheel lock when braking on slippery surfaces – do not pump your brakes. Any pulsation or noise you may feel or hear is normal.

Hazard Flasher Control

The hazard flasher control is located on the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Press to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously in an emergency, or to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. Press the control again to turn the flashers off. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off.

Gearshift/Overdrive Control

Overdrive is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. Only deactivate (O/D OFF) overdrive when: driving with a heavy load, towing a trailer up or down steep hills, or when additional engine braking is desired. To deactivate, press the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever.

Four-Wheel Drive (4X4) Control

(if equipped)

Two-wheel drive (2WD) powers the rear wheels only and is used for street and highway driving. 4X4 High is used for extra traction such as in snow, icy roads, or in off-road situations. It should not be

operated on dry pavement.

4X4 Low uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels.

To shift between 2WD and 4X4 High: Turn the control between the 2WD and the 4X4 High position at any forward speed, as long as the rear wheels are NOT slipping.

To shift to or from 4X4 Low: Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Depress the brake. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and then turn the control to the desired position.

Premium Dual Media Radio

(if equipped)

Please see reverse side for more details.

In Dash Six CD Radio

(if equipped)

Please see reverse side for more details.

Power Down Back Window Control

Turn counterclockwise and release to lower the window to the full-open position. Turn the control clockwise and release to raise the window to the full-closed position. Press once to move the window (up or down) to the vent position. If the window is already in the vent position and the control is pressed, no movement will occur.

To operate the power down back window, the ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position. All rear-seat occupants and/or cargo must be properly restrained and clear of the back window opening before operating the power down back window.

Climate Control System

Please see reverse side for more details.

Speed Control (if equipped)

To operate, the speed

control must be ON and the vehicle’s speed must be at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). To

set a speed, press SET ACC.

To set a higher speed, press

SET ACC again. To set a lower

speed, press COAST. Pressing

RSM will return to a previously

set speed. To turn the speed

control off, press the OFF button or

turn off the vehicle’s ignition. Depress

the brake pedal to disengage.

Hood Release

Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column. Next, release the auxiliary latch located in the center between the hood and the grille. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod.

Turn Turn Signal and Wiper/Washer Control

Rotate the end of the control to increase or decrease the speed of the wipers. When the wiper control is on, the speed of the wipers will automatically adjust with the vehicle’s speed. Push the control on the end of the stalk briefly for a single wipe (no wash). Push and hold for three wipes with a wash. A long push and hold will activate a longer wash cycle (up to ten seconds).

The Explorer Sport Trac is also equipped with a rear window wiper and washer control, located to the right of your audio system. Turn the control clockwise to the desired interval speed. Press to activate the washer fluid.

For extended wiper blade quality, occasional cleaning of the wiper blades is required.

Headlamp/Panel

Dimmer Control

Park Brake

Release

Check

Engine

Lamp

ABS

Warning Lamp

Turn Signal and Wiper/Washer Control

Hood

Release

Hazard Flasher Control

Gearshift/

Overdrive Control

Speed

Control

(if equipped)

Four-Wheel

Drive (4X4) Control

(if equipped)

Climate

Control

Audio Systems

System

Power Down

Back Window Control

Remote Entry System (if equipped)

Press this control once to unlock the driver’s door, and twice to unlock all of the doors. The interior lamps will illuminate.

Press this control once to lock all of the doors. Pressing the control a second time within three seconds will chirp the horn and flash the lights to confirm that all doors are closed and locked.

Press this control to activate the panic alarm. Press the control again or turn the ignition to ON to deactivate the alarm. The alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position.

The interior lights will turn on when the remote is used to unlock the doors or sound the panic alarm. The lights will turn off if the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control must not be set to the OFF position for the system to operate.

Keyless Entry System (if equipped)

This system, located on the outside portion of the driver’s door, can be used to lock or unlock the doors without using a key or the activate/deactivate autolock feature. For more information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.

SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-Theft System

The SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system prevents the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. Please note that for security purposes, your coded keys cannot be copied. If you would like spare coded keys, they can

chased fr

be pur

om your dealership.

Door Controls

Power Door Locks – Press the left

portion of the control to unlock all doors and the right portion to lock all doors. The power door lock controls are located on the driver and front passenger door panels.

One-Touch Down – This feature

allows you to fully open the driver’s window when you press AUTO completely down and release quickly. Depress again to stop the window operation.

Power Windows – Press the

top portion of the rocker switch to close the window. Press the bottom portion to open.

Window Lock – This feature allows

only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all window controls except for the driver’s, press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls.