2006 Ford Explorer Severe Duty Supplement 1st Printing

2006 Ford Explorer Manual

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    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 © 2006 Ford Motor Company 1 2006 Explorer (exp) Supplement USA
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    supplements your Owner's guide and is part of the owner's portfolio. It is intended to aid the operators of special service or fleet vehicles which are subjected to severe duty or high mileage usage. Some of the information in this supplement utilizes instructions from the Owner's Guide. Please read
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    off-road. • Driving in extremely dusty conditions (such as unpaved roads). • Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) when outside temperatures remain below 0° F (-18° C). 3 2006 Explorer (exp) Supplement USA (fus)
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    Replace rear axle lubricant • Replace engine air filter element • Inspect brake system • Inspect and lubricate U-joints All other maintenance checks and services should be performed according to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide, using the intervals listed under the Normal Schedule. 4 2006 Explorer
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    stabilizer such as Ford Gas Stabilizer E8AZ-19C544-A or an equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M99C112-A, should be added to the vehicle's fuel system whenever storage exceeds 60 days. Follow the instructions provided with the fuel stabilizer for proper use. 5 2006 Explorer (exp) Supplement
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    module (PCM), anti-lock brake system (ABS), air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or transmission. Connecting into these systems may affect engine and transmission operation and may cause vehicle malfunction. Do not install aftermarket equipment near the air bag deployment zones. Failure to
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    of mobile communication systems. Ford Motor Company cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damages that may result if this type of equipment is used. Malfunction of aftermarket electronic equipment should be resolved by the equipment manufacturer. 7 2006 Explorer (exp) Supplement
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    Special service equipment AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) The Explorer incorporates a standard dual (driver and passenger side) air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS). The dual air bag SRS will affect the way aftermarket accessories can be mounted in your Explorer vehicle. Sharp
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    installed within the illustrated air bag deployment zones. • Driver's and passenger's side air bag (deployed). 1 13.75 inches (349.25 mm) radius from center of air bag door. 2 17.72 inches (450 mm) from center of air bag door. 3 29.53 inches (750 mm) in width. 9 2006 Explorer (exp) Supplement USA
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    Special service equipment • Passenger's side air bag (deployed). 4 23.62 inches (600 mm) of depth. • Cross section of both air bags (deployed). 5 27.50 inches (698.5 mm) height. • Area above tunnel for equipment use. 6 Do not exceed height of 18.50 inches (469 mm). 10 2006 Explorer (exp)
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    on or near the air bag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 11 2006 Explorer (exp) Supplement USA
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    with, disconnect or deactivate the dual air bag SRS. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Tampering with the dual air bag SRS could cause the air bags to inflate or become inoperative which
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Introduction
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Maintenance and care
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Special service equipment
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