FORD Explorer Sport Trac 2003 User Manual v.1

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 10

Warning and control lights 10 Gauges 13

Entertainment Systems 16

AM/FM stereo with CD 16 AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 18 Rear seat controls 28

Climate Controls 29

Manual heating and air conditioning 29

Lights 31

Driver Controls 40

Windshield wiper/washer control 40 Power windows 44 Mirrors 48 Speed control (Cruise control) 48

Locks and Security 60

Keys 60 Locks 60 Anti-theft system 61

Table of Contents

Seating and Safety Restraints 70

Seating 70 Safety restraints 75 Air bags 85 Child restraints 93

Driving 106

Starting 106 Brakes 110 Transmission operation 112

Roadside Emergencies 134

Getting roadside assistance 134 Hazard flasher switch 135 Fuel pump shut-off switch 135 Fuses and relays 136 Changing tires 143 Jump starting 150 Wrecker towing 155

Customer Assistance 156

The dispute settlement board 159 Utilizing the mediation/arbitration 162 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada 162 Ordering additional owner’s literature 163 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 165

Cleaning 166

Table of Contents

Maintenance and Specifications 172

Hood 173 Engine compartment 174 Engine oil 175 Battery 176 Fuel information 183 Part numbers 197 Refill capacities 198 Lubricant specifications 200

Accessories 206

Index 209

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Introduction

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website:

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the

safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

Introduction

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to other parts.

Drive your new vehicle at least 800 km (500 miles) before towing a trailer.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the first few thousand kilometers (miles) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter for more information on oil usage.

Introduction

SPECIAL NOTICES

Special instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

Please read the section Air bag in the Seating and safety

restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should

NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag can be and is turned OFF.

Event Data Recorder

The computer in your vehicle is capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as:

• the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and passengers,

• information about the performance of various systems and modules in the vehicle, and

• information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status potentially including information related to how the driver operates the vehicle including but not limited to vehicle speed.

This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash or near crash event. This stored information may be read out and used by:

• Ford Motor Company.

• service and repair facilities.

• law enforcement or government agencies.

• others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such

information.

Introduction

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter.

MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. Refer to this Owner

Guide for all other required information and warnings.

Introduction

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System

Traction Control AdvanceTrac

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Introduction

Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Emission System Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack

Check fuel cap Low tire warning

Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

DOOR

CHECK

GAGE

RPMx1000

ABS

BRAKE

CHECK

FUEL

CAP

CHECK ENGINE

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately.

Check engine: If this light illuminates while driving, it is a possible indication that one of the engine’s emission control systems has failed.

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Check Engine warning light to come on.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your dealership. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership.

AJAR

MPH

RN D 2 1

100

140

180

km/h

THEFT

SPEED

CONT

4WD HIGH

4WD

LOW

O/D OFF

CHECK

ENGINE

CHECK

FUEL

CAP

BRAKE

Instrument Cluster

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is

dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately.

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.

ABS

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.

Check gage: Illuminates when any of the following conditions has occurred:

• The engine coolant temperature is high.

• The engine oil pressure is low.

• The fuel gauge is at or near empty.

CHECK

GAGE

Instrument Cluster

Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open.

DOOR

AJAR

Overdrive off: Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately.

Four wheel drive low: Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged.

Four wheel drive high: Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged.

Anti-theft system: Flashes when the Securilock娂 Passive Anti-theft System has been activated.

Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

O/D

OFF

4WD

LOW

SPEED

CONT

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

GAUGES

CHECK

FUEL

CAP

CHECK ENGINE

GAGE

ABS

BRAKE

RPMx1000

RN D 2 1

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Instrument Cluster

DOOR AJAR

MPH

100

140

km/h

THEFT

180

SPEED

CONT

4WD HIGH

4WD

LOW

O/D OFF

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

Instrument Cluster

Odometer: Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

Trip odometer: Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control.

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.

Engine oil pressure gauge:

Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between “L” and “H”). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.

Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position).

Instrument Cluster

Entertainment Systems

AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO

VOL - PUSH ON

SEEK

TUNE

DISCS

16 17

AM FM

BASSCDTREB BAL FADE

CDCD

123456

1. Balance: Press

sound to the left/right speakers.

2. Fade: Press

sound to the front/rear speakers.

/ to shift

FM1

DISC

1 234

COMP

SHUFFLE

7910

SCN

CLK

3. SCN (Scan): Press to hear a

brief sampling of all listenable stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

4. CLK: To set the hour, press and

hold CLK and press SEEK to decrease

or increase the

CLK

hours.

To set the minute, press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decrease or increase

the minutes.

Entertainment Systems

5. EJ (eject): Press to eject a CD.

6. COMP (Compression): In CD

mode, press to bring louder and softer levels into more comfortable listening level. The compression icon (c) will appear in the display.

7. Shuffle: Press to listen to the

tracks on the CD in random order. Press again to turn off.

8. Memory presets: To set a

station: Select frequency band

CDCD

123456

AM/FM; tune to a station. Press and hold a preset button until sound returns. This radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls which allow you to set up to six AM stations and 12 FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2).

9. CD:

Press and hold until

desired selection is reached.

SHUFFLE

10.

CD:Press and hold until

desired selection is reached.

11. Tune / Discs: In radio mode,

press to move up or down the frequency band in individual increments.

12. Seek: Press and release

SEEK

/ for previous/next

strong station, selection or track.

13. Power/volume: Press to turn

ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.

14. CD: Press to enter CD mode or

to play a CD already loaded into the system.

Entertainment Systems

15. AM/FM: Press to choose a

frequency band in radio mode.

16. Bass: Press

/ to

increase/decrease the bass output.

17. Treble: Press

/ to

increase/decrease the treble output.

18. CD door: Insert a CD printed

side up.

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD

DISC

1. Power/volume: Press to turn

ON/OFF; turn to increase/decrease volume.

Entertainment Systems

2. Scan: Press to hear a brief

sampling of all listenable stations, tape selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

3. CD Door: Insert a CD with the

label side up.

4. Cassette door: Insert the

cassette with the opening to the right.

5. Eject: Press to eject the

cassette/CD. The radio will resume playing.

6. Tape: Press to start tape play.

Press to stop tape during rewind/fast forward.

CD: Press to start CD play. With the dual media audio, press CD to toggle between single CD and CD changer play (if equipped).

7. Mute: Press to MUTE playing

media; press again return to playing media.

SCAN

Entertainment Systems

8. Auto: Press to set first six

strongest stations (if available) into AM, FM1 or FM2 memory buttons; press again to return to normal stations.

9. Clock: Press and hold to set the

clock. Press the decrease hours or SEEK increase hours. Press the TUNE to decrease minutes or TUNE

increase minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this control will not function.

10. Balance: Press BAL; then press

SEL left/right speakers.

Fade: Press FADE; then press SEL rear/front speakers.

/ to shift sound to the

SEEK to

11. Memory preset buttons: To

set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM, tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

12. Shuffle (CD): Press to play

tracks in random order.

13. Compression (CD): Press to

bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level.

14. Dolby威 noise reduction:

Works in tape mode only. Reduces tape noise and hiss; press to activate/deactivate.

15. Side 1–2: Works in tape mode

only. Press to play reverse side of the tape.

Entertainment Systems

16. Fast Forward (FF): Press for

a slow advance, press and hold for a fast advance.

17. Rewind (REW): Press for a

slow rewind, press and hold for a fast rewind.

18. Select (SEL): Use with Bass,

Treble, Balance and Fade controls.

19. Bass: Press BASS; then press

SEL

/ to decrease/increase

the bass output.

Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL

/ to decrease/increase

the treble output.

20. Tune: Works in radio mode only.

Press TUNE

/ to change

frequency down/up.

SEEK

TUNE

REW

SEL

Entertainment Systems

21. Seek: Press and release

SEEK strong station, selection or track.

22. AM/FM: Press to select

AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

PIONEER EDITION AUDIO SYSTEM

/ for previous/next

SEEK

TUNE

1. MUTE: Press to mute the playing

media. Press again to return to the playing media.

2. TAPE: Insert the cassette with

the opening to the right. If a tape is already inserted into the system, press TAPE to being tape play.

Entertainment Systems

TAPE

3. CD: Insert a CD label side up. If a

CD is already inserted, press CD to

begin CD play.

4. TUNE: Works in radio mode.

Press to move down

or up

TUNE

the frequency band.

5. SEEK: Turn to listen to the

previous (left) or next (right) radio station, cassette selection, or CD track.

SCAN: Press to hear a short sampling of all listenable radio stations, cassette selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop and remain on a desired selection.

6. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a tape.

7. BAL (Balance): Press BAL, then

press SEL( Select) control to adjust the sound between the left

BAL FADE

right speakers.

FADE: Press FADE, and then press SEL (Select) to adjust the sound between the front

8. COMP (Compression): Press to

bring soft and loud passages

and rear speakers.

COMP

SHUF

together for a more consistent listening level.

SHUF (Shuffle): Works in CD mode only. Press to randomly play all tracks on the current disc. Press again to disengage random play.

Entertainment Systems

9. (Dolby威 noise reduction):

Works in tape mode only. Reduces

SIDE 1-2

tape noise and hiss; press to activate/deactivate.

Side 1–2: Works in tape mode only. Press to change the playing side of the tape.

10. SEL (Select): Allows you to

adjust various settings such as bass

SEL

levels, RDS information, the time, etc.

11. REW (rewind)/FF (fast

forward): Press to play previous or

REW

the next cassette selections or CD tracks.

12. BASS: Press BASS and then

press SEL to decrease increase

the bass levels.

TREB (treble): Press TREB and then press SEL to decrease increase

the treble levels.

13. ON/Off/VOL (Volume): Press

to turn the system ON. Turn to adjust the volume levels. Press again

VOL

PUSH

BASS TREB

to turn the system off.

14. AUTO: Press to set first six

strong stations into AM, FM1 or

AUTO RDS

CLK

FM2 memory controls; press again to return to normal stations.

RDS: Press to engage Radio Data System and select:

• TRAFFIC — Interrupts playing media to play a traffic report. To activate, press SCAN or SEEK when TRAFFIC ON is displayed.

• FIND program type — Press SEL to choose the desired program type: Classic, Country, Info., Jazz/R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft or Top 40.

• SHOW — Displays station name, station type and/or radio text. Press RDS until SHOW is displayed.

CLK (Clock): Press RDS until SET HOURS is displayed. Press SEL to decrease

or increase the hours.

Entertainment Systems

Press RDS again until SET MIN is displayed. Press SEL to decrease or increase the minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this

control will not function.

15. AM/FM: Press to select AM or

FM frequency bands. Press to end tape or CD play and begin radio play.

16. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a CD.

AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CD RADIO FOR PIONEER姞 SOUND SYSTEM

1. Power/volume: Press to turn

ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.

Entertainment Systems

2. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM

frequency band.

3. CD: Press to select CD mode.

4. Memory presets: To set a

station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

5. Rewind: Press to stop tape

during rewind/fast forward.

Fast forward: Press to start CD play. With the dual media audio, press CD to toggle between single CD and CD changer play.

6. Seek: Press and release

SEEK strong station, selection or track.

7. Tune: Radio: Press

manually tune down or up the radio frequency band. CD: Press

select the previous track or to select the next track on the CD.

8. Scan: Press SCAN to move up

the radio frequency band. SCAN automatically finds a station, plays it for five seconds, then moves to the next station. Press again to stop. CD: Press SCAN to sample CD selections for eight seconds. Press again to stop.

9. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in

random order.

/ for previous/next

or to

10. CD door: Insert the disc with

the playing side down and printed side up.

Entertainment Systems

11. Load: Press to load a CD. Press

and hold to load up to six discs.

12. Eject: Press to eject a CD.

Press and hold to eject all loaded discs.

13. Balance: Press BAL; then press

SEL left/right speakers.

Fade: Press FADE; then press SEL rear/front speakers.

14. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjust

levels.

15. Bass: Press BASS; then press

SEL the bass output.

Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL the treble output.

16. Menu: Press MENU and SEL to

access clock mode, RDS on/off, Traffic announcement mode and Program type mode.

17. Mute: Press to MUTE playing

media; press again return to playing media

18. DSP (Digital Signal

Processing): Press to enter DSP mode – allows you to engage/disengage DSP status, and choose signal modes of JAZZ CLUB, HALL, CHURCH, STADIUM. You may also change the occupancy mode to optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVER SEAT or REAR SEAT.

/ to shift sound to the

/ to decrease/increase

Entertainment Systems

REAR AUDIO CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)

The rear seat controls allow the rear seat passengers to operate the radio, tape, CD or CD changer (if equipped).

To engage, simultaneously press the memory preset controls 3 and 5. Press again to disengage.

1. Mode: Push to toggle between

AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD or CD changer mode (if equipped).

2. Memory: Push successively to

allow rear seat passengers to scroll through memory presets. Push in CD changer mode (if equipped) to advance to the next disc.

3. Headphone jack: Plug a 3.5 mm

headphone into the jack.

4. Headphone/speaker: Press to turn all speakers off (headphone

mode). Press again to deactivate the headphone and activate system speakers.

5. Seek: Press

or track.

6. Volume: Press + to increase and — to decrease volume levels. From

the rear seat controls, volume cannot be set higher than the front seat setting.

or to access the previous or next station, selection

Climate Controls

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls

the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

2. Temperature selection:

Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle.

3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the

vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.

MAX A/C (if equipped): Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument panel vents only.

A/C (if equipped): Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument panel vents only.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.

O (OFF): Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the

floor vents.

: Distributes outside air through the floor vents.

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and

floor vents.

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.

Operating tips

• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place the air flow selector in the

• To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position.

• Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A/C or OFF 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 airflow to the back seats.

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield.

position.

Climate Controls

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:

1. Select A/C

2. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort.

3. Set the fan speed to HI

4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows

To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

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