User manual FORD EXPLORER-2002

[. . . ] Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Index 191 229 239 137 141 170 2 6 25 101 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited 1 Introduction ICONS Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings. Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. [. . . ] These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags (including the Safety Canopy ). The Safety Canopy system consists of the following: · An inflatable nylon curtain with a gas generator concealed behind the headliner and above the doors (one each side of the vehicle). · The headliner will flex to open above the side doors to allow Safety Canopy deployment. · The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. · Two side crash sensors mounted at the base of the B-pillar (one on each side). · Two side crash sensors located at the c-pillar behind the rear doors (one on each side). · Roll over sensor in the restraints control module (RCM). The Safety Canopy system, in combination with seat belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision or roll over event. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the second or third row seats (if equipped). The Safety Canopy will not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window openings. 125 Seating and safety restraints The Safety Canopy system is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the side crash sensor to close an electrical circuit that initiates Safety Canopy inflation or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor. The Safety Canopy mounted to the roof side-rail sheet metal, behind the headliner, above the first and second row seats. In certain lateral collisions or rollover events, the Safety Canopy system will be activated, regardless of which seats are occupied. The Safety Canopy is designed to inflate between the side window area and occupants to further enhance protection provided in side impact collisions and rollover events. The fact that the Safety Canopy system did not activate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. The Safety Canopy is designed to inflate in certain side impact collisions or rollover events, not in rear impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration or rollover likelihood. Several Safety Canopy system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. Immediately after air bag inflation, you may notice dust or smoke and smell the burnt propellant. The wearing of seat belts is required by law, even when air bags are fitted. Determining if the Safety Canopy system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag system is not required. 126 Seating and safety restraints A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: · The readiness light (same light as for front air bag system) will either flash or stay lit. · The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. [. . . ] ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio 4. 0L SOHC V6 engine 245 91 RON or higher 1-4-2-5-3-6 1. 3-1. 4 mm (0. 052-0. 056 inch) EDIS 9. 7:1 4. 6L V8 engine 281 91 RON or higher 1­3­7­2­6­5­4­8 1. 3-1. 4 mm (0. 052-0. 056 inch) EDIS 9. 4:1 1 231 Capacities and specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Dimensions (1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Maximum height* (4) Wheelbase (5) Track width, front (5) Track width, rear * Height includes roof rack. NOTE: Height is based on P235 tires and may vary depending on tires fitted. 4-Door 4x4 XLT Model mm (in. ) 4 835 (190. 4) 1 871 (73. 7) 1 807 (71. 1) 2 889 (113. 7) 1 547 (60. 9) 1 554 (61. 2) 4 1 232 Capacities and specifications 3 5 2 IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The Certification Label is located on the driver's door lock facing. It provides the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Ratings. [. . . ]