Ford Explorer 2017 Owners Manual
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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Note: The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting problems if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. Prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. Switch the ignition off, move all objects on...
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You must have two previously programmed coded keys and the new unprogrammed key readily accessible. See your authorized dealer to have the spare key programmed if two previously programmed coded keys are not available. Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 2. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Switch the ignition off and remove the...
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ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH: MANUAL ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving. Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. See Sitting in the Correct Position (page 137). 1. Unlock the steering column. 2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position. 3. Lock the steering column. ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH: POWER ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct...
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End of Travel Position The steering column sets a stopping position just short of the end of the column position to prevent damage to the steering column. A new stopping position sets if the steering column encounters an object when tilting or telescoping. To reset the steering column to its normal stopping position: 1. Confirm there is nothing obstructing the motion of the steering column. 2. Press and hold the steering column control until the steering column stops moving. 3. Press the steering column...
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Mute. D Seek down or previous. E Seek and Media Press the seek button to: • Tune the radio to the next or previous stored preset. • Play the next or the previous track. Press and hold the seek button to: • Tune the radio to the next station up or down the frequency band. • Seek through a track. Press the media button repeatedly to: • Scroll through available audio modes. VOICE CONTROL (If Equipped) Press to select or deselect voice control. See your SYNC information. CRUISE CONTROL Type 1 Type 2 See...
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INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL See Information Displays (page 99). HEATED STEERING WHEEL (If Equipped) See your SYNC information. 73 Explorer (TUB) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 03/2016, First Printing Steering WheelE201376
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ADJUSTING THE PEDALS (If Equipped) WARNING Never use the controls while your feet are on the accelerator and brake pedals and the vehicle is moving. You can find the control on the left side of the steering column. Press and hold the appropriate side of the control to move the pedals. A. Farther B. Closer You can save and recall the pedal positions with the memory feature. See Memory Function (page 143). Note: Adjust the pedals only when your vehicle is in P (Park). 74 Explorer (TUB) Canada/United...
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS Note: Fully defrost the windshield before you switch the windshield wipers on. Note: Make sure you switch the windshield wipers off before entering a car wash. Note: Clean the windshield and wiper blades if they begin to leave streaks or smears. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper blades. See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 287). Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn...
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Use the rotary control to adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor. Set the control to low sensitivity, and the wipers will turn on when the rain sensor detects a large amount of moisture on the windshield. Set the control to high sensitivity, and the wipers will turn on when the rain sensor detects a small amount of moisture on the windshield. Note: When you set the wiper system to intermittent wipe and the autowiper system is on, the autowiper sensitivity setting adjusts the wiper speed according to...
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Rotate the control to select: Intermittent operation - the shortest pause between wipes. 2 Intermittent operation - the longest pause between wipes. 1 Off.0 Rear Window Washer Rotate and hold the control to the top or bottom position to activate the rear washer. The control returns to the 2 or 0 position when you release it. Rear Camera Washer Operating the rear washer also operates the rear camera washer. 77 Explorer (TUB) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 03/2016, First Printing...