2000 Ford Explorer Owners Manual

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Moon roof ....................................91 Motorcraft parts ................248, 266 Octane rating ............................246 Odometer .....................................15 Off-Road Driving .......................174 Oil (see Engine oil) ..................217 Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ..............................108 Parking brake ............................156 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....266 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...............................196 Power door locks ......................101 Power steering ..........................157 fluid, checking and adding ....228 fluid, refill capacity ................266 fluid, specifications .........269, 272 Preparing to drive your vehicle ...............................158 Radio ............................................35 Relays ........................................191 Remote entry system .......107–108 illuminated entry ....................112 locking/unlocking doors .........108 panic alarm .............................108 replacement/additional transmitters .............................111 replacing the batteries ...........110 Reverse sensing system .............33 Roof rack ...................................188 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ....................13, 125–130 Safety defects, reporting ..........287 Safety restraints ................125–130 belt minder .............................131 cleaning the safety belts .......135, 264 extension assembly ................130 for adults .........................126–129 for children .............................143 warning light and chime ...................10, 13, 130–131 Safety seats for children ..........144 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ..................................125 Seats ..........................................119 child safety seats ....................144 cleaning ...........................263–264 memory seat ...................109, 122 Index SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...............116–117 Servicing your vehicle ..............212 Snowplowing .................................3 Spark plugs, specifications ......266, 272 Special notice ................................3 ambulance conversions ..............3 utility-type vehicles ....................3 Specification chart, lubricants ...........................269, 272 Speed control ..............................82 Speedometer ...............................14 Starting your vehicle ........150, 152 jump starting ..........................204 Steering wheel controls ......................................89 tilting .........................................87 Tachometer .................................15 Tires ...........................199, 239–241 changing ..........................199–200 checking the pressure ............241 replacing ..................................242 rotating ....................................241 snow tires and chains ............243 tire grades ...............................240 treadwear ................................240 Towing ...............................179, 241 recreational towing .................187 trailer towing ..........................179 wrecker ....................................211 Traction-lok rear axle ...............176 Transfer case fluid checking .........................235 293 Index Transmission .............................159 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) .....................229, 231 fluid, checking and adding (manual) .................................234 fluid, refill capacities ..............266 lubricant specifications ..269, 272 manual operation ....................166 Trip odometer .............................15 Turn signal ............................11, 81 Vehicle dimensions ...................272 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................274 Vehicle loading ..........................176 Ventilating your vehicle ...........154 Warning chimes ...........................13 Warning lights (see Lights) .........8 Washer fluid ..............................223 Water, Driving through .............179 Windows power .......................................100 rear wiper/washer .....................88 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........................................88 checking and adding fluid .....223 checking and cleaning ....238–239 liftgate reservoir .....................223 operation ...................................87 replacing wiper blades ...........239 Wrecker towing .........................211 294 Filling station information Item Required fuel Fuel tank capacity (2 door) Fuel tank capacity (4 door) 4.0L Engine oil capacity (includes filter change) 4.6L Engine oil capacity (includes filter change) Tire size and pressure Hood release Coolant capacity-(4.0L OHV V6 engine) 1 Coolant capacity-(4.0L SOHC V6 engine) 1 Coolant capacity (5.0L V8 engine) Power steering fluid capacity Manual transmission fluid capacity Automatic transmission fluid capacity (4R70W with 5.0L V8 engine) 2 Automatic transmission fluid capacity (4x2 vehicles with 5R55E and 4.0L V6 engines) 2 Automatic transmission fluid capacity (4x4 vehicles with 5R55E and 4.0L V6 engines 2 Information Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane 66.2L (17.5 gallons) 75.5L (22.5 gallons) 4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G. 4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G. Refer to the Certification Label on inside of driver’s door. Pull handle under the instrument panel. 11.4L (12.0 quarts) 13.2L (14.0 quarts) 14.9L (15.7 quarts) Fill to line on reservoir or dipstick. Use Motorcraft MERCONt ATF. 2.6L (5.6 pints). Use Motorcraft MERCONt ATF. 13.1L (13.9 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCONt V ATF. 3 9.5L (10.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCONt V ATF. 3 9.8L (10.3 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCONt V ATF. 3 295 Filling station information 1 Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCONt and MERCONt V are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCONt and MERCONt V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval. 3 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range. 296 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 Customer assistance Reporting safety defects Index Contents 21 119 150 155 189 212 266 275 287 288 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. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 1999 Ford Motor Company Introduction The following warning may be required by California law: 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. ICONS Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings. Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment. Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information. Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information. WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment. Introduction BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in. INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. SPECIAL NOTICES 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 control or an accident. Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter as well as the “Four Wheeling” supplement included with 4WD and utility type vehicles. Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchorage Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist Power Window Lockout Windshield Defrost/Demist Power Windows Front/Rear Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock 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 MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Instrumentation Instrument cluster (pg. 8) Speed controls* (pg. 82) Instrument panel dimmer switch (pg. 22) Headlamp control (pg. 21) CHECK GAGE RPMx1000 CHECK ENGINE FUEL RESET ABS OFF ON OFF DOOR AJAR 40 60 70 0 0 0 50 80 100 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 60 30 40 20 20 10 MPH 80 140 90 001 160 180 101 km/h 201 Gearshift lever (pg. 159) CHECK SUSP SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW O/D OFF RSM SET ACCEL COAST O D O N / O F F 4x4 HIGH LOW AUTO VOL PUSH OFF Tilt steering wheel lever* (pg. 87) Driver air bag (pg. 135) Parking brake release (pg. 156) * if equipped Turn signal and wiper/washer control (pg. 87) Hood release (pg. 213) Reverse sensing system* (pg. 33) Electronic sound system (pg. 35) 4wd control* (pg. 168) Rear window/washer control (pg. 88) Instrumentation Rear window defroster control (pg. 33) ON SEEK TUNE AM FM BASS TREB FM1 ST SCAN EJ R. WIPE OFF HI PUSH BAL FADE CLK TAPE AMS SIDE REW 1 - 2 FF OFF A/C MAX A/C Fog lamp control* (pg. 21) Climate controls (pg. 22) Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES CHECK GAGE RPMx1000 60 70 0 0 0 50 80 100 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 DOOR AJAR 40 60 30 40 20 20 10 MPH 80 140 90 001 160 180 101 km/h 201 R N D 2 1 THEFT CHECK ENGINE CHECK FUEL CAP ABS BRAKE CHECK SUSP SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW O/D OFF CHECK ENGINE Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing. Whatyoushoulddoifthecheckenginelightilluminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. Instrumentation 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required. If the Check Engine light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. CHECK FUEL CAP Check fuel cap Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure your bulb is working. When this light turns on, check the fuel filler cap. Continuing to operate the vehicle with the check fuel cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon/Check Engine warning light. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a period of normal driving. It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly install fuel filler cap. For more information, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and care chapter. Instrumentation Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately. BRAKE Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released. ABS 10 Instrumentation Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer to Bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter. High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter. Charging system Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service. THEFT Check gage Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high, the engine oil pressure is low or the fuel gauge is at or near empty. The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also stay illuminated after the ignition is turned to the ON position. Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge, Engine oil pressure gauge or Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information. CHECK GAGE 11 Instrumentation Four wheel drive low (if equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON/START position. Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced. 4WD LOW Four wheel drive high (if equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the START position. Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced. 4WD HIGH Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or START position and any door is open. DOOR AJAR O/D off (if equipped) Illuminates when the Transmission Control Switch (TCS), refer to Overdrive control in the Controls and Features chapter, has been pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF. When the light is on, the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode, refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. The light may also flash steadily if a transmission malfunction is detected. If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, damage to the transmission could occur. O/D OFF Check air suspension (if equipped) Illuminates momentarily when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is OFF. The light also illuminates when the air suspension system requires servicing. For information, refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter. CHECK SUSP 12 Instrumentation Speed control This light comes on when either the SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake or clutch (if equipped) is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. SPEED CONT Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 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. 13 Instrumentation GAUGES CHECK GAGE CHECK ENGINE CHECK FUEL CAP ABS BRAKE RPMx1000 DOOR AJAR 40 60 70 0 0 0 50 80 100 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 60 30 40 20 20 10 MPH 80 140 90 001 160 180 101 km/h 201 R N D 2 1 THEFT CHECK SUSP SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW O/D OFF Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. 40 60 70 0 0 0 50 80 100 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 60 30 40 20 20 10 MPH 80 140 90 001 160 180 101 km/h 201 Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “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 immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. 14 Instrumentation Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate. Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. 40 Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control. 40 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. 60 30 40 20 20 10 MPH 60 70 0 0 0 50 80 100 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 80 140 90 001 160 60 30 40 20 20 10 MPH 180 101 km/h 201 80 140 90 001 160 60 70 0 0 0 50 80 100 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 180 101 km/h 201 RPMx1000 15 Instrumentation Battery voltage gauge This shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range (the area between the “L” and “H”). If the gauge indicates low pressure, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel. 16 The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Instrumentation MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position, the message center displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status preceded by a brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings. Selectable features English/metricdisplay Press to toggle the message center display between metric or English units. FUEL ENGLISH METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET FUEL ENGLISH/ METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET Fuelrange Press once to display the approximate kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty. Press again to display the distance driven since this function was last manually reset. FUEL ENGLISH/ METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET 17 Instrumentation For maximum accuracy of this display feature, the ignition should be in the OFF position during fueling. The display FUEL LEVEL ERROR indicates a problem with the fuel indication system. See your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance. Fuelstatus Press once to display the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Press again to display the approximate amount of fuel used since the system was last reset. ENGLISH/ METRIC CHANGE RESET SYSTEM CHECK STATUS RANGE RESET ECON FUEL OIL Fueleconomy Press to display your vehicle’s average fuel economy in liters/ 100 km or (miles/gallons). FUEL ENGLISH/ METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET Reset Press the reset control to reset the current feature being displayed. Warnings, distance driven, average fuel economy, fuel used and personalized oil reset percentage are the only features that respond to reset. FUEL ENGLISH/ METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET 18 Instrumentation OIL FUEL ECON RESET RANGE STATUS SYSTEM CHECK CHANGE RESET ENGLISH/ METRIC Systemcheck Press the system check control to display the status of the following systems: † engine oil life left † engine oil level † voltage level † engine coolant temperature † washer fluid level † fuel level The engine oil life left has two phases. The first display will indicate the oil change status (OK, SOON, REQUIRED). The second display will indicate the percentage of oil life remaining. The display OIL TEMP SIGNAL ERROR indicates a problem with the system. Following this display, contact your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance. Operatingthemessagecenterduringsystemcheck The message center controls can be operated as follows during the system check sequence: 1. Press the system check controls to advance to the next display. 2. Press the reset control to immediately conclude the system check. 3. Press the range, fuel status or fuel economy control to conclude the system check and display the requested feature. 4. Press the metric/English control to conclude the system check and change the previous display to the new mode. 5. Press the oil change reset control to conclude the system check and begin the oil change reset procedure. An oil change is recommended whenever indicated by the message center. Use only recommended engine oils. The message center will tell you the percent of oil life left during system check. This percentage is based on your driving history and the time since your last oil change. In order to ensure accurate oil life left indications, you should only perform the following procedure after you have the oil changed. 19 Instrumentation OIL FUEL ECON RESET RANGE STATUS SYSTEM CHECK CHANGE RESET ENGLISH/ METRIC Oilchangereset Press the OIL CHANGE RESET control to reset the oil life feature to 100% (or your personalized oil reset percentage) (at optimal driving conditions, 100% oil life is equivalent to a maximum of 12 000 kilometers [7 500 miles]). After you have the oil changed, you must press and hold the OIL CHANGE RESET control for five seconds. The message center will count down for five seconds. After a successful reset, the message center will display OIL LIFE RESET TO 100%. (If you have established a personalized oil reset percentage, the display will show that percentage instead of 100%.) This reset procedure should be performed only after an oil change to ensure accurate oil life indications. Your personalized oil reset percentage allows you to establish a smaller oil change interval than the manufacturer’s recommended interval. To establish your personalized oil reset percentage: 1. Press and hold the OIL CHANGE RESET control and press the RESET control while the display is still counting down the five seconds to reset. The display will change to START OIL LIFE AT XXX%. 2. Press the OIL CHANGE RESET control until the displayed percentage is the personalized oil reset percentage you desire. Your choices are 100%, 90%, 80%, 70%, 60%, 50%, 40% and 30%. 3. Press the RESET control to complete the procedure. Pressing any control other than RESET or OIL CHANGE RESET will abort this procedure and will not establish your new personalized oil reset percentage. When your personalized oil reset percentage has been established, it will be used beginning with the completion of your next OIL CHANGE RESET procedure. ENGLISH/ METRIC CHANGE RESET SYSTEM CHECK STATUS RANGE RESET ECON FUEL OIL 20 Controls and features HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. OFF Foglamp control (if equipped) Turn on the low-beam headlamps or parking lamps and press the foglamp control to activate the foglamps. The foglamp control will illuminate when the foglamps are on. Press the foglamp control a second time to deactivate the foglamps. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: † the ignition must be in the ON position and † the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position. Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. High beams Push forward to activate. Pull toward you to deactivate. 21 Controls and features Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation. † Rotate up to brighten. † Rotate down to dim. † Rotate to full up position (past detent) to turn on interior lamps. CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM DIM Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped) OFF A/C MAX A/C Fanspeedcontrol Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 22 Controls and features Temperaturecontrolknob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Modeselectorcontrol Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. OFF A/C MAX A/C . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except and temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher. Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle. † MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. When placed in MAX A/C, the air conditioning will operate at a full cool temperature. Therefore, the temperature control becomes non-functional. † A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. (Panel)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode. † OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. † 23 Controls and features † † † † (Panel and floor)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers. (Floor)-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode. (Floor and defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defrost ducts. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. (Defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. Operatingtips † In humid weather, select before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position. † To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, do not drive with the † Do not put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the climate control system in the OFF or MAX A/C position. airflow to the back seats. 24 Controls and features † Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield). † If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate your air conditioner as you would normally. † Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system (if equipped) The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls, the fan speed control or the steering wheel controls. ˚F AUTO REAR FAN OFF PNL • FLR FLR • DEF MAX A/C FLOOR VENT OFF AUTOMATIC DEF HI LO 25 Controls and features TurningtheEATCon Press AUTOMATIC, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the vehicle is running. TurningtheEATCoff Press OFF. REAR FAN OFF ˚F AUTO OFF AUTOMATIC MAX A/C VENT PNL • FLR FLOOR FLR • DEF DEF HI LO OFF AUTOMATIC FLR • DEF DEF HI LO Automaticoperation Press AUTOMATIC and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned or the steering wheel fan speed control is pressed. When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield. In 31⁄2 minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area. If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary. 26 Controls and features ˚F AUTO Temperatureselection The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO or one of the override controls) and manual control of fan speed ( To control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the blue (cooler) or red (warmer) buttons. ) if automatic fan speed is not desired. REAR FAN OFF MAX A/C VENT PNL • FLR For continuous maximum cooling, push the blue button until 16°C (60°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum cooling (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the red button. For continuous maximum heating, push the red button until 32°C (90°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum heating (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the blue button. Temperatureconversion at Press MAX A/C and DEF the same time (for one second) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. REAR FAN OFF AUTOMATIC PNL • FLR FLR • DEF MAX A/C AUTO FLOOR VENT DEF OFF HI LO If your vehicle has an English/Metric (E/M) control, this control will also change the temperature display. 27 Controls and features Fanspeed( When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, use the thumbwheel or steering wheel control to cancel automatic fan speed operation. OFF AUTOMATIC FLR • DEF DEF HI LO † Rotate the thumbwheel up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan † Press the steering wheel fan speed control up for higher fan speed or speed. down for lower fan speed. to The display will show indicate manual fan operation. ˚F AUTO OFF AUTOMATIC FLR • DEF DEF HI LO To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTOMATIC. Manualoverridecontrols The override controls are located at the bottom of the EATC and allow you to determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTOMATIC. REAR FAN OFF PNL • FLR MAX A/C FLOOR VENT ˚F AUTO The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except FLOOR and VENT. It will also operate only when required when AUTOMATIC has been selected. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher. Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle. 28 Controls and features † MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. The temperature will display 16°C (60°F). To exit, press AUTOMATIC or any other override controls. MAX A/C is noisier than normal A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow is from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. † VENT-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode. † PNL†FLR-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers. † FLOOR-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode. † FLR†DEF-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. -Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the outside air temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. † OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. † DEF 29 Controls and features Rearfanoff Press REAR FAN OFF to turn off the rear console fan. This overrides the rear console fan speed control. REAR FAN OFF MAX A/C VENT PNL • FLR The EATC display window will indicate REAR FAN OFF. The rear console fan will remain off until REAR FAN OFF is pressed again. To aid in defogging and demisting (removing condensation on the inside of the windshield) in cool weather: 1. Select PANEL & FLOOR 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Select A/C 4. Set the fan speed to HI 5. Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents. Operatingtips † In humid weather, select DEF before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position. † To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the † Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the climate control system in the OFF position. airflow to the rear seats. 30 Controls and features † Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield). † If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate the air conditioner as you would normally. † Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. Rear console climate controls (if equipped) Depending on the equipment package of your vehicle, the rear console may be equipped with rear console audio/climate controls. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY The instrument panel climate controls must be on in order for the rear console climate controls to work. Turn the air distribution control to the desired airflow position. 31 Controls and features Turn the fan speed control to the desired position. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY Select these vents: for air to flow through – VOLUME + BAND SEEK MEMORY – VOLUME + BAND SEEK MEMORY Select these vents: for air to flow through 32 Controls and features REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. † A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster. The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, push the control again.

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2000 Ford Explorer Owners Manual