2002 Ford Explorer Owner's Manual - Page 99
2002 Ford Explorer Manual
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Driving vehicle is moving; this is normal and should be no reason for concern. Refer to Shifting to/from 4X4 LOW for proper operation. Shifting between 2WD and 4X4 HIGH • Move the 4WD control between 2WD and 4X4 HIGH at any forward speed. Note: Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping. Shifting to/from 4X4 LOW 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2. Depress the brake 3. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, place the transmission in N (Neutral); on vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, depress the clutch. 4. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. • If shifting into 4WD LOW, wait for the 4X4 LOW light in the instrument cluster to turn on indicating the shift is complete. • If shifting out of 4WD LOW, wait for the 4X4 LOW light in the instrument cluster turn turn off indicating the shift is complete. Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles Basic operating principles Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain; sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion. Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with Auto 4WD). If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement Slow down and don't slam on the brakes. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering wheel sharply while returning to the road as this may cause you to lose control of the vehicle. It may be safer to stay on the shoulder of the road and slow down before returning to the pavement. If your vehicle gets stuck The vehicle may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the 99