2004 Ford Explorer Sport TRAC Owners Manual

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2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac (p27) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Accessories Interior style Cell phone holders Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats Interior trim kits Leather wrapped steering wheels Scuff plates Lifestyle Bike racks Cargo organization and management Engine block heaters and blankets Rear seat entertainment systems Towing mirrors Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories Peace of mind Airbag anti-theft locks First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight information. 231 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac (p27) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Accessories • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use. 232 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac (p27) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Index Accessory delay ..........................49 Air bag supplemental restraint system ..............................92–93, 97 and child safety seats ..............94 description ..........................93, 97 disposal ....................................100 driver air bag ......................95, 98 indicator light .....................96, 99 operation .............................95, 98 passenger air bag ...............95, 98 Air cleaner filter .......................220 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ..............................118 Audio system (see Radio) ......................16, 19, 23 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive .................................122 fluid, refill capacities ..............221 fluid, specification ..................225 Auxiliary power point .................47 Axle lubricant specifications ..223, 225 refill capacities ........................221 traction lok ..............................120 Battery .......................................188 acid, treating emergencies .....188 jumping a disabled battery ....162 maintenance-free ....................188 replacement, specifications ...220 servicing ..................................188 BeltMinder ...................................88 Brakes ........................................117 anti-lock ...................................118 Index anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................118 fluid, checking and adding ....205 fluid, refill capacities ..............221 fluid, specifications .........223, 225 lubricant specifications ..223, 225 parking ....................................119 shift interlock ..........................121 Calculating load ........................139 Capacities for refilling fluids ....221 Cargo cage ...................................59 Cell phone use ............................45 Certification Label ....................226 Child safety restraints ..............101 child safety belts ....................101 Child safety seats ......................103 attaching with tether straps ..108 in front seat ............................105 in rear seat ..............................105 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............178 instrument panel ....................180 interior .....................................180 interior trim ............................180 plastic parts ............................179 safety belts ..............................180 washing ....................................177 waxing .....................................177 wheels ......................................178 wiper blades ............................179 Clock adjust 6-CD in dash .............................25 AM/FM/CD .................................16 AM/FM/CD/MP3 ........................28 AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................20 Compass/temperature display ...56 233 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac (p27) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Index Console ........................................45 floor ...........................................45 overhead ....................................46 Controls power seat .................................76 Coolant checking and adding ..............190 refill capacities ................194, 221 specifications ..................223, 225 Cruise control (see Speed control) ....................52 Customer Assistance ................145 Ford accessories for your vehicle .....................................181 Ford Extended Service Plan ..........................................170 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ..............174 Getting roadside assistance ...145 Getting the service you need .........................................168 Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................175 The Dispute Settlement Board .......................................170 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................173 Doors lubricant specifications ..........223 Driving under special conditions ..................124, 127, 129 sand .........................................128 snow and ice ...........................130 through water .........................132 234 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................162 Emergency Flashers .................146 Engine ........................................225 cleaning ...................................178 idle speed control ...................188 lubrication specifications ......223, 225 refill capacities ........................221 service points ..........................184 starting after a collision .........146 Engine block heater .................117 Engine oil filter, specifications ........187, 220 recommendations ...................187 refill capacities ........................221 specifications ..................223, 225 Exhaust fumes ..........................117 Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....195 Floor mats ...................................58 Fluid capacities .........................221 Foglamps .....................................36 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......124 description ..............................125 driving off road .......................125 electronic shift ........................125 indicator light .........................124 preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................120 Fuel cap ...........................................197 capacity ...................................221 choosing the right fuel ...........198 detergent in fuel .....................200 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac (p27) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) filling your vehicle with fuel ...................................197, 201 filter, specifications ........200, 220 fuel pump shut-off switch .....146 octane rating ...................199, 225 quality ......................................199 running out of fuel .................200 safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................195 Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV) .........................195, 198–199 Fuel pump shut-off switch .......146 Garage door opener ....................46 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............197 Gauges .........................................14 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) calculating ...............................139 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) calculating ...............................139 Hazard flashers .........................146 Head restraints ...........................78 Headlamps aiming ........................................37 flash to pass ..............................36 high beam .................................36 replacing bulbs .........................40 Heating heating and air conditioning system .......................................33 Ignition ...............................113, 225 Index Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................103 Instrument panel cleaning ...................................180 cluster ........................................10 Jump-starting your vehicle ......162 Keyless entry system .................68 Keys positions of the ignition .........113 Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart ..................39 fog lamps ...................................36 high beams ................................36 instrument panel, dimming .....37 interior lamps ...........................39 replacing bulbs ...................40–43 Lights, warning and indicator ....10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........118 Load limits .................................133 Loading instructions .................138 Locks childproof ..................................64 Lubricant specifications ...223, 225 Lug nuts ....................................161 Manual transmission fluid capacities ........................221 lubricant specifications ..........225 235 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac (p27) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Index Mirrors .........................................51 automatic dimming rearview mirror ........................................51 fold away ...................................52 side view mirrors (power) .......52 Moon roof ....................................55 Motorcraft parts ................200, 220 Octane rating ............................199 Parking brake ............................119 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....220 Power point ...........................47–48 Power steering ..........................119 fluid, checking and adding ....205 fluid, refill capacity ................221 fluid, specifications .........223, 225 Power Windows ...........................48 Preparing to drive your vehicle ........................................120 Radio ................................16, 19, 23 Remote entry system .................65 locking/unlocking doors ...........64 Roadside assistance ..................145 Safety restraints ..............81, 83–87 belt minder ...............................88 cleaning the safety belts ..........91 extension assembly ..................91 for adults .............................84–86 for children .....................100–101 warning light and chime ..........88 Safety seats for children ..........103 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...............81 Seats ............................................75 child safety seats ....................103 Setting the clock AM/FM stereo in-dash/CD/MP3 ........................28 AM/FM/CD .................................16 AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................25 AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................20 Spark plugs, specifications ......220, 225 Special notice utility-type vehicles ....................7 Specification chart, lubricants ...........................223, 225 Speed control ..............................52 Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......116 Starting your vehicle .......113–114, 116 jump starting ..........................162 Steering wheel tilting .........................................45 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...81, 83–87 Safety Canopy .............................97 Safety defects, reporting ..........176 Tailgate ........................................58 Tilt steering wheel ......................45 Tires ...................................207–209 alignment ................................216 236 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac (p27) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) care ..........................................214 checking the pressure ............214 label .........................................214 rotating ....................................216 safety practices .......................219 sidewall information ...............209 spare tire .................................154 terminology .............................209 tire grades ...............................208 treadwear ........................208, 218 Tonneau cover .............................60 Towing .......................................139 recreational towing .................143 trailer towing ..........................139 Traction-lok rear axle ...............120 Transmission .............................121 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....121 fluid, refill capacities ..............221 lubricant specifications ..223, 225 Trunk ...........................................62 Turn signal ..................................38 Index Vehicle dimensions ...................225 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................227 Vehicle loading ..........................133 camper bodies ........................143 Ventilating your vehicle ...........117 Warning lights (see Lights) .......10 Water, Driving through .............132 Windows power .........................................48 power down back window .......49 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........................................44 replacing wiper blades .............44 237 2004 P207 Explorer Sport Trac (p27) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) 238 239 240

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2004 Ford Explorer Sport TRAC Owners Manual