1999 Ford Explorer Owners Manual

Perfromance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid

C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-A

and DOT 3

Premium Long Life Grease

Driveshaft, slip spline, universal joints Engine coolant1 Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color) Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color)

XG-1-C or K

ESA-M1C75-B

E2FZ-19549-AA ESE-M97B44-A

F6AZ-19544-AA WSS-M97B44-D or DEX-COOLt equivalent

Motorcraft 5W30
Super Premium Motor Oil

XO-5W30-QSP

WSS-M2C153-G with API Certification Mark

Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF

XT-5-QM

MERCONtV

XT-5-QM

MERCONtV

Engine oil

Automatic transmission (4R7OW) Automatic transmission (5R55E)

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Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft MERCON tATF XT-2-QDX

Ford Part Number

Ford Specification

MERCONt

2, 3, 4

2, 3, 4

2, 3, 4

4x4 Gear Oil

F1TZ-19580-A

WSL-M2C191-A

Motorcraft MERCONt ATF XT-2-QDX Motorcraft MERCONt ATF XT-2-QDX Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-G or K Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate

MERCONt

MERCONt

ESA-M1C75-B

C9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A

Item

Power steering fluid Ford conventional and Traction-Lok rear axles Front axle Transfer case - Four wheel drive 5-speed manual transmission Transfer case Front Output Slip Shaft

Windshield washer fluid

1 If your engine coolant is green in color, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid. If your coolant is orange in color, use Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant. Refer to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. 2 4.0L vehicles with conventional rear axles are filled with Motorcraft SAE 80W90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant, part number XY-80W90–QL, Ford specification WSP-M2C197–A. 3 4.0L vehicles with limited slip differentials and all 5.0L applications use rear axles that are filled with Motorcraft SAE 75W140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, part number F1TZ-19580–B, Ford specification WSL-M2C192–A. 4 4.0L vehicles with limited slip differentials and all 5.0L applications must add 118 ml (4 oz) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546–A, Ford specification EST-M2C118–A to the rear axle whenever the axle has been serviced.

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Capacities and specifications

5.0L V8 engine

4.0L SOHC V6
engine 245

4.0L OHV V6
engine 245
160 @ 4200 rpm 210 @ 5250 rpm 215 @ 4200 rpm 225 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm 87 octane

288 lbs.ft. @ 3300 rpm 87 octane

240 lb.-ft. @ 3250 rpm 87 octane

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1-4-2-5-3-6
1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056
inch) EDIS 9.7:1

1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056
inch) EDIS 9.15:1

ENGINE DATA

Engine

Cubic inches Horsepower Torque

Recommended fuel Firing order Spark plug gap

1-4-2-5-3-6
1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056
inch) Ignition system EDIS Compression 9.0:1
ratio

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS

Dimensions

2-Door 4x2 XL Model mm (in.) 4 608 (181.4) 1 783 (70.2) 1 704 (67.1)

(1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Maximum height (4) Wheelbase (5) Front track (5) Rear track * Height includes roof rack

2 585 (101.8) 1 486 (58.5) 1 487 (58.5)

2-Door 4x4 Sport Model mm (in.) 4 608 (181.4) 1 783 (70.2) 1 779 (70.0)*

2 585 (101.8) 1 486 (58.5) 1 487 (58.5)

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Dimensions

4-Door 4x2 XL Model mm (in.) 4 857 (191.2) 1 783 (70.2) 1 719 (67.7)

(1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Maximum height (4) Wheelbase (5) Front track (5) Rear track * Height includes roof rack

2 835 (111.6) 1 486 58.5) 1 487 (58.5)

4-Door 4x4 XLT Model mm (in.) 4 857 (191.2) 1 783 (70.2) 1 793 (70.6)*

2 835 (111.6) 1 486 (58.5) 1 487 (58.5)

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Capacities and specifications

MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.

DATE: XXXXX FGAWR: XXXXXX/XXXXXXX

GVWR:XXXXX LB/ XXXXX KG RGAWR: XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.

VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

MAXIMUM LOAD=OCCUPANTS + LUGGAGE=XXXKG/XXXXLB OCCUPANTS: X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG/XXXXLB X XXXKG/XXXXLB

TIRE: XXXX/XXXXX XXX PRESSURE (FR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING - SEE OWNER GUIDE

EXT PNT: XXXXXX XXXXXX RC: XX DSO: XXXX F0000
BAR INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR T0000
X XX XXX X XX X XXXX

UTC (cid:209) FOHT-15294A10-GA

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE

Safety compliance label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.

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Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel.

AIR BAG XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if equipped).

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Reporting safety defects

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–800–424–9393 (202–366–0123 in the Washington D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA U.S. Department of Transportation 400 Seventh Street Washington D.C. 20590
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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Air bag supplemental restraint system ........................................126
and child safety seats ............128
description .......................127,130
disposal ....................................133
indicator light ..................130,132
passenger air bag ............128,131

Air conditioning

automatic temperature control system .23,24,25,26,27,28
rear seat controls .....................29

Air suspension

description ..............................148
warning light .............................10

All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road .........................162
Armrests ....................................102
Automatic transmission

driving an automatic overdrive .....150,151,152,153,154

refill capacities ........................247

Axle

Battery

voltage gauge ............................14
Brakes ........................................145
anti-lock ............................145,146
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................146
fluid, checking and adding ....208
shift interlock ..........................149
Break-in period ..........................2,3
Cargo area shade ......................104
Cargo cover ...............................104
CD player .....................75,77,78,79
Child safety seats

attaching with tether straps ..138
in rear seat ..............................136
tether anchorage hardware ...138
Cleaning your vehicle ...............241
engine compartment ..............242
exterior .............................242,244
exterior lamps .........................244

Index

interior ..............................245,246
plastic parts ............................244
washing ....................................241
waxing .....................................242
wheels ......................................244
windows ..................................246
wiper blades ............................245
woodtone trim ........................246

Clutch

fluid ..........................................209
operation while driving ...154,155
recommended shift speeds ....156
Compass, electronic ....................90
calibration .................................92
set zone adjustment .................91
Console ...............................101,102
overhead ...............................87,88
rear ..........................................102

Controls

power seat ...............................117
Coolant ...............................212,213
checking and adding ..............211
refill capacities ........................213

Defrost

rear window ..............................30

Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ....................................219
Driving under special conditions ...........................161,164
sand ..................................160,163
snow and ice ......160,162,163,164
through water ..................160,163
Emission control system ..........234
Engine

check engine/service engine soon light ....................................6
coolant .....................................210
idle speed control ...................219
service points ............203,204,205
starting after a collision .........178
Engine block heater .................143

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Index

Engine oil

checking and adding ..............207
dipstick ....................................205
specifications ...................205,207
Exhaust fumes ..........................143
Floor mats .................................103
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ..............................9,10,157
control trac .............................157
description .......................157,159
driving off road ................160,162
electronic shift ..........................31

Fuel

choosing the right fuel ...........228
comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates .................234
detergent in fuel .....................229
filling your vehicle with fuel ...........................227,230
gauge .........................................14
quality ......................................229
running out of fuel .................230
safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................227
Fuses ............................179,180,181
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) .........231,232, 233,234
Gauges .........................................11

engine coolant temperature gauge .........................................12
engine oil pressure gauge ........14

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)

calculating ...............................167
Hazard flashers .........................178
Head restraints ...........116,118,119
Headlamps

aiming ......................................241
autolamp system .......................97
bulb specifications ..................240
high beam ..............................9,19

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warning chime ..........................11
Heating ........................................20

heating and air conditioning system .............................20,21,22
Hood ..........................................201
Ignition .......................................252
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................236
Instrument panel

cleaning ...................................245

Keyless entry system

autolock ............................109,110
keypad .....................................111
locking and unlocking doors ..112
programming entry code ..................................111,112

key in ignition chime ...............11
positions of the ignition ...........79

Keys

Lamps

daytime running light ...............19
fog lamps ...................................19
headlamps .................................19
headlamps, flash to pass ..........20
instrument panel, dimming .....20
replacing bulbs ...............236,237, 238,239,240

Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ........................79
Liftgate ......................................103
Lights, warning and indicator

air bag ..........................................7
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..............8
anti-theft .....................................9
brake ............................................8
charging system ..........................9
check coolant ..............................9
cruise indicator .........................10
door ajar ....................................10
fuel reset .....................................7
overdrive off ..............................10
safety belt ...................................8

speed control ............................84
turn signal indicator ...................8

Locks

childproof ................................100
Lumbar support, seats ......116,118
Manual transmission

reverse .....................................156
Message center ...........................15
economy button ........................16
english/metric button ..........15,16
reset button ..............................16
system check button ...........17,18

Mirrors

automatic dimming rearview mirror ........................................98
cleaning ...................................246
heated ......................................101
side view mirrors (power) .....100
Moon roof ....................................89
Motorcraft parts ........................231
Octane rating ............................229
Odometer .....................................13
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ..............................106
Parking brake ............................146
Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...............................184
Power door locks ........................99
Power steering ..........................147
fluid, checking and adding ....213
Radio ...33,34,35,36,37,38,40,41,42, 43,44,46,47,48,49,50,51,52, 53,54,56,57,58,59,60,61,62, 63,64,65,66,67,68
Relays ........................................179
Remote entry system .105,113,114
illuminated entry ....................109
locking/unlocking doors .........106
replacement/additional transmitters .............................109
replacing the batteries ...........108
Reverse sensing system .............31

Index

Roof rack ...................................177
Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...............11
Safety restraints

cleaning the safety belts .126,246
extension assembly ................125
for children .............................133
warning light and chime ...11,125

Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ......120,121,122,123,124
Seats ..........................................116
child safety seats ....................134
cleaning ............................245,246
memory seat ....................107,118
Servicing your vehicle .......200,201
Snowplowing .................................3
Spark plugs, specifications .......247
Special notice ................................3
ambulance conversions ..............3
utility-type vehicles ....................3
Specification chart, lubricants .250
Speed control ..............................80
Speedometer ...............................12
Starting your vehicle .........140,142
jump starting ............192,193,195
Steering wheel ............................86
tilting .........................................85
Tachometer .................................13
Tires .............................222,223,224
changing ...........................187,188
checking the pressure ............224
replacing ..................................225
rotating ....................................224
snow tires and chains ............226
tire grades ...............................223
treadwear ................................223
Towing ...........168,173,174,175,176
recreational towing .................176
wrecker ....................................198
Traction-lok rear axle ...............165
Transfer case

fluid checking .........................218

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Vehicle loading ..........................165
Ventilating your vehicle ...........144
Warning chimes .............................6
Washer fluid ..............................210
reservoir ..................................210
Water, Driving through .............167
Windows .................................98,99
rear wiper/washer .....................86

Windshield washer fluid and wipers

checking and cleaning ............221
operation ...................................85
replacing wiper blades ...........222

Index

Transmission ......................149,215
automatic operation ...............149
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ......................215,216
fluid, checking and adding (manual) .................................217
manual operation ....................154
Trip odometer .............................13
Universal transmitter (see garage door opener) ....92,93,94,95
Vehicle dimensions ...................252
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................255

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Filling station information

Item Recommended fuel Fuel tank capacity (2 door) Fuel tank capacity (4 door) Engine oil capacity (includes filter change)

Tire size and pressure

Hood release

Information Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane 65.5L (17.3 gallons) 78.7L (20.8 gallons) 4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G. See Safety Compliance Certification Label on inside of driver door. Pull handle under the instrument panel. 11.4L (12.0 quarts)

Coolant capacity-(4.0L OHV V6
engine)1
Coolant capacity-(4.0L SOHC V6
engine)1
Coolant capacity (5.0L V8 engine)1 14.9L (15.7 quarts) Power steering fluid capacity

13.2L (14.0 quarts)

Fill to line on reservoir or dipstick. Use Motorcraft MERCONt ATF. Manual transmission fluid capacity 2.6L (5.6 pints). Use Motorcraft

MERCONt ATF. 13.1L (13.9 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCONt V ATF.

9.5L (10.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCONt V ATF.

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
1 If your engine coolant is green in color, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid. If your engine coolant is orange in color, use Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant. Refer to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.

9.8L (10.3 quarts). Use Motorcraft MERCONt V ATF.

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Filling station information

2 Ensure correct automatic transmission fluid is used for a specific application. Check the container to verify the fluid is MERCONt and/or MERCONt V approved. Some fluids have been approved as meeting both MERCONt and MERCONt V requirements and will be labeled as such. Fluids labeled as meeting only MERCONt or only MERCONt V requirements must not be used interchangeably. DO NOT mix MERCONt and MERCONt V. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service interval.

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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

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139

144

175

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Copyright r 1999 Ford Motor Company

Introduction

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.

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.

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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 utility type 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 as 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.

Instrumentation

Instrument

cluster (pg. 6)

Speed control*

(pg. 80)

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

CHECK GAGE

RPMx1000

CHECK ENGINE

FUEL RESET

ABS

OFF

ON

OFF

CHECK SUSP

SPEED CONT

O/D OFF

RSM

SET ACC

COAST

Tilt steering wheel lever

(pg. 85)

Headlamp

control (pg. 19)

Instrument panel dimmer switch

(pg. 20)

* if equipped

Turn signal and wiper/washer

control (pg. 85)

Driver side air

bag

(pg. 126)

Gearshift (includes

overdrive button)

(pg. 152)

Electronic sound

system (pg. 33)

4WD LOW

O D

O N / O F F

VOL - PUSH ON

AM FM CD

BASS

TREB

Instrumentation

Rear

window/washer

control (pg. 86)

Rear window

defroster control

(pg. 30)

R. WIPE

OFF

ON

PUSH

BAL

FADE

CLK

TAPE AMS

SIDE 1 - 2
FF REW

SEEK TUNE DISCS

CD

Climate controls

(pg. 87)

SCAN

EJ

CD

COMP

SHUFFLE

OFF

A/C

MAX A/C

Foglamp Control* (pg. 19)

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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

FUEL RESET

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 good quality fuel 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.

Fuel reset Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the fuel pump shut-off switch has been triggered. For more information, refer to Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

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.

FUEL RESET

Instrumentation

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 and the engine is off. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately. Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged. 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 and the engine is off. 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 parking brake released.

ABS

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 Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.

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THEFT

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.

Check gauge 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 illuminate for several seconds 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

Four wheel drive low (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.

4WD LOW

Instrumentation

Four wheel drive high (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.

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

4WD HIGH

DOOR AJAR

O/D off (if equipped) Illuminates when the transmission control switch has been pushed. When the light is on, the transmission does not shift into overdrive. If the light does not come on when the transmission control switch is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced.

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

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 is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.

SPEED CONT

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Instrumentation

Safety belt warning chime Chimes 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.

GAUGES

CHECK GAGE

CHECK ENGINE

FUEL RESET

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

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Instrumentation

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.

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.

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

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

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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.

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30

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20

10 MPH

Instrumentation

60 70
0 0 0

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120

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Battery voltage gauge This gauge 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. The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

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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.

Instrumentation

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

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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

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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.

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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 5 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

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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 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 engine must be running 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.

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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 down position to

turn off.

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.

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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

and

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except

. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside

temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or above. 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. Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. † 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.

† 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.

(Vent)-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.

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†

†

†

(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 instrument panel registers. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.

-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 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging.

Operatingtips † In humid weather, select

before driving. This will prevent your

windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desired position.

† To prevent 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 back seats.

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† Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield under the hood).

† 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. † When placing objects on top of your instrument panel, be careful to not place them 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.

REAR FAN OFF

˚F AUTO

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. TurningtheEATCon Press AUTOMATIC, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the ignition is in the ON position.