2002 Ford Explorer Owner's Manual - Page 98
2002 Ford Explorer Manual
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Driving Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Four-wheel drive (4WD) supplies power to all four wheels. 4WD should not be operated on dry pavement; driveline damage may occur. 4WD system indicator lights • 4WD HIGH- illuminates when 4x4 HIGH is selected. • 4WD LOW- illuminates when 4x4 LOW is selected. 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW If these lights illuminate when driving in 2WD, contact your Ford dealer as soon as possible. Electronic shift on the fly 4WD system 2WD - Power to the rear wheels only; used for street and highway driving. 4X4 HIGH - Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads or in off-road situations. Not intended for use on dry pavement. 4X4 LOW - Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels. Intended only for off-road applications such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4X4 LOW will not engage while the 98