2002 Ford Explorer Sport Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 238

Roadside emergencies The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may compromise the integrity of your tires. The use of tire sealants may also affect your tire pressure monitoring system (if equipped). If your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (if equipped) in the Maintenance and care section for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function. Spare tire information The spare tire can be used as a spare or a regular tire. The spare is identical to the other tires on your vehicle, although the wheel will not match. If your vehicle is equipped with 4WD or AWD, a spare tire of a different size than the road tires should not be used. Use of such a tire could result in damage to driveline components and an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations: Location Under the vehicle, just in front of the rear bumper. The spare tire winch drive nut is located at the rear center of the cargo area under a lid. Jack, lug nut wrench, jack handle Behind the rear seat under the carpeted floor lid in the cargo floor. Tool Spare tire 238