2011 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 4th Printing
2011 Ford Explorer Manual
2011 Ford Explorer manual content summary:
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74 74 79 81 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Adaptive cruise control Moon roof 89 89 91 96 97 100 102 112 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 128 128 135 151 1 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 2
Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Temporary mobility kit Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 320 320 321 322 322 332 340 348 350 353 2 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 3
Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 363 370 372 375 377 380 387 401 404 405 408 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan Scheduled Maintenance Normal scheduled - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 4
States: www.ford.com • In Canada: www.ford.ca • In Australia: www.ford.com.au • In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 5
to give the moving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 5 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 6
use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. 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. 6 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 7
data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see 7 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 8
only) the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle's current location, travel direction, and speed ("vehicle travel information") only to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or business searches your request. If you do not want Ford or its - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 9
control, accident and injury. Ford Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 9 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 10
Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 10 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 11
, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 11 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 12
Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster with lights can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. 12 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 13
the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT): Illuminates when a powertrain or an 4WD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 13 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 14
the indicator light. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. 14 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 15
dealer as soon as possible. For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Low fuel (RTT): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty. Refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter. 15 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 16
control system is turned off. • Engaged (green light): Illuminates when the adaptive cruise control system is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged. Door ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed. 16 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 17
): Displays when the Tow/Haul feature has been activated. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur. 17 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 18
the ignition) and the driver's door is opened. Parking brake on chime: Sounds when the parking brake is left on and the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 18 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 19
Instrument Cluster GAUGES Base cluster Shown in standard measure. Metric similar. 1 2 3 5 4 3 6 80 100 120 140 7 60 160 180 200 140 220 120 100 80 your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 19 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 20
will change colors indicating blue for C Base message center in this chapter for information on changing the display settings. • 4WD gauge (if equipped and enabled): Indicates 4WD status. See Four wheel drive (4wd) system door is located. 20 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 21
for more information. 2. Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 3. Infotainment display: This display is used for the entertainment, phone, navigation and climate systems. See the MyFord Touch supplement for more information. 21 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 22
vehicle problems and various conditions with informational messages and/or warnings. The message center is also used to program/configure the different features of your vehicle. The message center display is located in the instrument cluster. Use the left steering wheel controls to navigate - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 23
: blue for cool, gray for normal and red for hot. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. *Note: Some items are optional and may not appear. 23 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 24
Driver Assist *Settings Traction Control Blind Spot Collision Warning Sensitivity (if High, Normal or MyKey is Low programmed) Chimes (not selectable if using a MyKey) Warning (not selectable if using a MyKey) Cross Display Convenience 24 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 25
Start All Doors or Driver First MyKey Set 10-100% Switch Enabled or Disabled Climate Control Heater - A/C Auto or Last Setting Climate Control Front Defrost Auto or Off Climate Control Rear Defrost Auto or Off Climate Control Driver Seat Auto or Off Climate Control Passenger Seat Auto or Off - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 26
and may not appear. System Reset *System Check Oil Life Washer Fluid Doors Liftgate Blind spot Cross Traffic Brakes Fuel The number of warnings will be listed first. All active warnings will display first if applicable. The system check menu may appear different based upon equipment options and - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 27
the different features of your vehicle. The message center display is located in the instrument cluster. Use the left steering wheel controls to navigate through the message center. • Press the up/down or OK to enter into that menu option. 27 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 28
, and the M will light up in the shift select indicator and also in the message center. Refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter. Distance to empty (DTE) + Fuel gauge + Bar tachometer F RPM + 1000 6 4 2 E 01234.5mi 0 28 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 29
gauge show in this mode. Refer to Display > Gauge Display found in the table under the Settings section later in this chapter. Round analog tachometer + Fuel gauge F E i For descriptions of the tachometer and fuel gauge, see the description listed previously. 29 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 30
SST is activated, the cluster will change to the tachometer if not already selected, and the M will light up in the shift select indicator and also in the message center. Refer to Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter. 30 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 31
screen is reached. The white highlighted box indicates which of the screens you are currently viewing: Choose the standard or enhanced display. See the Settings chart following to reach the trip display settings. 31 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 32
steering wheel mounted button when fuel economy is selected. The boxes in the upper right corner of the screen indicate that there are multiple screens that you can navigate through. Each press of the right arrow will navigate to the next screen 32 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 33
History Shown with vertical bar tachometer 6 F enabled 4 • This display shows a bar chart of RPM + 1000 shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations. • Variations in top-off procedure from control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 33 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 34
: Some items are optional and may not appear. Driver Assist Traction Control On / Off Blind Spot On (default on key cycle) / Off Collision Warning Sensitivity High / Normal / Low Chimes On (default on key cycle) / Off Warn On (default on key cycle) / Off Cross Traffic On (default on key cycle) / Off - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 35
/ Off you to select different climate Rear Defrost Auto / Off control modes when the vehicle Driver Seat Auto / Off is started using the remote start Passenger Seat Auto / Off feature) Duration 5 / 10 /15 minutes Quiet Start On / Off System Enable / Disable Courtesy Wipe On / Off Rain Sensing On - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 36
Warnings display first (only displays if warnings are present) Oil Life Wash Fluid Doors Liftgate Blind spot Cross Traffic Brakes Fuel (distance to empty) *Some items will only display during a system check if a problem has been detected. 36 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 37
Adaptive Cruise Control Messages ADAPTIVE CRUISE MALFUNCTION ADAPTIVE CRUISE NOT AVAILABLE ADAPTIVE CRUISE NOT AVAILABLE SENSOR BLOCKED SEE MANUAL Action / Description in front of radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. 37 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 38
START VEHICLE on the driver's side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and security chapter. 38 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 39
with the Throttle light when Control/Transmission/AWD the AWD system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Action / Description CHECK 4WD Battery and Charging System Messages CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM TURN POWER - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 40
with the cross traffic alert system has occurred. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. BLIS Messages BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE SENSOR BLOCKED BLIND SPOT SYSTEM FAULT CROSS TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE SENSOR BLOCKED CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM FAULT 40 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 41
in front of the radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM PARK BRAKE ENGAGED Collision Warning System Messages COLLISION WARN NOT AVAILABLE COLLISION WARNING NOT AVAILABLE SENSOR BLOCKED SEE MANUAL 41 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 42
first time after starting. Refer to Push button start system in the Driving chapter for more information. KEY PROGRAMMED Displayed during spare key programming, when a third intelligent access key is 3 KEYS TOTAL programmed to the system. 42 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 43
select lever in any position other than P (Park). Refer to Fast restart feature in Push button start system in the Driving chapter for more information. ACCESSORY Displayed when the vehicle is in the accessory ignition state. POWER ACTIVE 43 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 44
POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT SERVICE POWER STEERING SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW STEERING MALFUNCTION SERVICE NOW STEERING LOCK TURN WHEEL TO UNLOCK Displays when you need to turn the steering wheel in order to disengage the steering lock. 44 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 45
AT TOP SPEED OF MYKEY SETTING VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO COULD NOT PROGRAM INTEGRATED KEY 45 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 46
hill descent control mode requires driver shift transmission into gear. Displayed when the hill control mode requires the driver to resume control. Displayed when hill descent control mode becomes active. Displayed when a hill descent system fault is present. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 47
management system detects an error. Action / Description Displayed when objects are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 47 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 48
Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT 48 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 49
the screens: When using your system, information will appear in the display screen. You can make selections and maneuver the screens a few different ways: 1. Use the soft keys beneath the screen to select the function directly above them. 49 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 50
access the radio screen. From this screen you can: • Press RADIO repeatedly to cycle through AM, AM2-AST, FM1, FM2, FM3-AST frequency bands. 50 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 51
You can also manually store stations in controls to make adjustments and press OK to confirm and close. Radio options To access more options in radio mode, press MENU > Radio and select from: • Scan: Select to hear a brief sampling of all available radio stations. 51 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 52
Entertainment Systems • Set Category: Select weaker the reception. • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station when it is saved. 52 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 53
controls to make adjustments and press OK to confirm and close. SIRIUS options To access other options in SIRIUS mode, press MENU > SIRIUS. • Scan: Select for a brief sampling of all available channels. • Show you to enter your PIN. 53 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 54
and other material as far away from the antenna as possible. • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. 54 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 55
authorized dealer for service. Invalid Channel Channel no longer Tune to another available. channel or choose another preset. Unsubscribed Channel Subscription not Contact SIRIUS at available for this 1-888-539-7474 to channel. subscribe to the channel, or tune to another channel. 55 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 56
together for a more consistent listening level. 56 Radio Display No Signal Condition Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 57
is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. 57 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 58
enough extension cable to allow it to be stored in a secure location, (such as the center console or the glove box) when the vehicle is in motion. Phone PHONE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 58 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 59
MyFord Touch™ system. This touchscreen system uses a four corner strategy and dynamic menu listings to provide quick access to vehicle features and settings. For information on this system, please refer to your MyFord Touch™ / MyLincoln Touch™ supplement. 59 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 60
and manually choose one of the following air distribution modes: • 60 : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 61
in the rear of the vehicle. 12. REAR CTRL: Press to turn the rear controls on/off. When the rear controls are on, the rear seat passengers will have control over the settings. 13. (Power): Press to turn the rear climate system on/off. 61 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 62
humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off. system off or with • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 63
vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation. 63 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 64
vents and demister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. To return to full automatic control, touch AUTO. 64 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 65
vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in (defrost). Recirculated air may turn off any airflow mode except automatically in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce fog potential. 65 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 66
the active user, manually adjust the driver's temperature to the desired value then touch and hold the MyTemp button for at least two seconds. Any subsequent touch of the MyTemp button will automatically change to this set temperature for this user. 66 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 67
control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 67 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 68
of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected on can be engaged manually in (defrost). Recirculated air may turn off in any airflow mode except all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce fog potential. 68 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 69
control, press AUTO. 11. Driver settings: • Press the red arrow to increase the temperature and press the blue arrow to decrease the temperature. to control the heated seat (if equipped). Refer to Heated • Press seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 69 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 70
when the system is ready to listen, you may say any of the following commands: • Automatic • Off • A/C Off • Max A/C On • Defrost On •Rear Defrost On • Recirc On 70 • Dual Off •On • A/C On • Max A/C Off • Defrost Off • Rear Defrost Off • Recirc Off 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 71
illuminate when the rear controls have been locked out by the front controls. At this time, the front controls will control the settings for the rear controls. 6. Temperature control: Turn to increase/decrease the temperature. 1 2 3 4 5 6 71 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 72
) will be activated. For moderate weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be heated, cooled or off, based upon the previous operating state (last ignition-on cycle). • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated. 72 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 73
-on cycle). • Heated/cooled seats (if equipped) will be deactivated. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated. CABIN AIR FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter, located behind the glove box. The particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 74
control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. • To turn autolamps on, rotate the . control control to the autolamp position. 74 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 75
or headlamps activated. • Press the top of the control, located on the instrument panel, to activate the fog lamps. • Press the top of the control again to deactivate the fog lamps Note: The fog Pull the lever fully again to deactivate. 75 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 76
, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer control requires re-calibration. Press the dimmer control from the full dim position to the full on position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions. 76 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 77
lights. The lights will remain on until the control is pressed again. Dome lamp control (with fog lamps) Use to manually turn the dome lamp on. • Press the bottom of the control. This will turn on the interior courtesy lights. The lights 77 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 78
HID headlamps: There is a distinct cut-off (change from light to dark) in the left portion of the beam pattern. The top edge of this cut-off should be positioned two inches (50.8 mm) below the horizontal reference line. 4. Open the hood. 78 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 79
/down to the first stop position and hold. The turn signals will flash for as long as the lever is held in this position. 79 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 80
lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer button is pressed until the courtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off. The courtesy lamp can also be turned on and off manually by pressing the lens depression. 80 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 81
lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer button is pressed until the courtesy lamp comes on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off. The courtesy lamp can also be turned on and off manually by pressing the control switch. Battery saver The - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 82
cargo lamp n/a LED Visor vanity lamp 2 Slide on rail system A6224PF (SOR) All replacement bulbs are clear in color, except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer . * To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer. 82 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 83
and keep out of children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 83 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 84
Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the hood overslam bumper tower to service park/turn bulb (if needed). 4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly. 84 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 85
Lights 5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Replacing sidemarker bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the hood overslam bumper tower to service sidemarker bulb (if needed). 85 2011 Explorer ( - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 86
Remove the two bolts covers using a standard flat tip screwdriver. 3. Remove the two bolts from the lamp assembly. 4. Carefully remove the lamp assembly away from the vehicle by pulling the assembly straight out to expose the bulb socket. 86 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 87
see your authorized dealer. Replacing fog lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is off. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). 87 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 88
2 3 1 Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulb Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high-mount stop lamp located in the spoiler. It is designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, see your authorized dealer. 88 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 89
can lower the sensitivity to reduce the amount of smearing or override the feature by selecting low- or high-speed wiping or turning the wiper system off. Note: The rain-sensing wiper feature must be turned off before entering a car wash. 89 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 90
Driver Controls Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: control to the desired position. Select: 2 - Intermittent operation (shortest pause between wipes). 1 - Intermittent operation (longest pause between wipes). O (off) - Rear wiper and washer off. 90 2 1 0 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 91
and in or out until you find the desired position. 3. While holding the steering wheel in place, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column. WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 91 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 92
to your option package. Storage compartment The storage compartment may be used to store a pair of sunglasses. Press the release area on the rear edge of the bin door to open the storage compartment. The door will open to the full open position. 92 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 93
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 93 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 94
Driver Controls Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations: • On the front of the center console • Inside the utility compartment • On the rear of the console, accessible from the rear seats • In the cargo area Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 95
-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor system cool off, then turn the ignition key off then on. The 110V AC power point can provide power whenever the vehicle ignition is in the on position and the power point green indicator light located 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 96
up (to the first detent) and hold the switch to close. AUTO Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are One-touch down Allows the driver's window to open fully without holding the control down. Press the switch completely 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 97
window controls. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the audio system, power windows and moon roof (if equipped) operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened. INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support arm - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 98
the vehicle personality features when a memory position is selected through the remote entry transmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the driver's door. Refer to Memory feature in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 98 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 99
motors from overheating. Should this occur, wait approximately three minutes with the vehicle running and up to 10 minutes with the vehicle off, for the system to reset and for function to return to normal. 99 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 100
spot mirrors or Blind spot information system (BLIS) with cross traffic alert (CTA) in the Driving chapter. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. The control - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 101
the speed control, press the brake pedal or press and release CNCL. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previous set speed. Resuming a set speed Press and release RES. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. 101 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 102
system at any time by pressing the brake pedal, pressing the steering wheel ON/OFF control or pressing the RES/CNCL control. In addition, the driver can temporarily increase the vehicle speed above the current speed by manually pressing on the accelerator pedal. 102 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 103
the set speed. SET GAP RES/CNCL (Resume/cancel): ON Press to resume or cancel a set OFF speed. ON/OFF: Press to turn the system on or off. GAP: Press to change the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. 103 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 104
lane or out of view. • The vehicle speed falls below 16 mph (26 km/h). • A new gap distance is set. The vehicle brakes will be automatically applied to slow the vehicle to maintain a safe distance between the vehicle in front. The maximum 104 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 105
the adaptive cruise control system. WARNING: Adaptive cruise control only warns of vehicles detected by the radar sensor. In some cases there may be no warning or the warning may be delayed. The driver should always apply the brakes when necessary. Failing to do so may result in a collision, serious - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 106
cruise control WARNING: Whenever the driver is overriding the ACC by pressing the accelerator pedal, the ACC will not automatically apply the brakes to maintain separation from any vehicle ahead. The set speed and gap distance can be overridden by pressing the accelerator pedal. ACC light is - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 107
issues The radar sensor has a limited field of vision. In some situations it may not detect vehicles at all or detect a vehicle later than expected. Detection issues can occur: • When driving on a different line than the vehicle in front. 107 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 108
. These conditions include: • The sensor is blocked, refer to Blocked sensor in this section. • Brake temperature is high, refer to Hilly condition usage in this section. • A failure has occurred in the ACC system or related system. 108 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 109
Driver Controls Blocked sensor If a message regarding a blocked sensor is displayed, the radar signals from the sensor have been obstructed. The sensor is located behind a fascia cover near the driver to potential collisions. Swirling water 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 110
Driver Controls WARNING: Do not use ACC when towing a trailer with brake controls. Aftermarket trailer brakes will not function properly when ACC is activated because the brakes are electronically controlled. Failing to do so may result in loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 111
features are available: • Entertainment • Change audio source • Limited play list • Navigation (if equipped) • Redundant center stack display • Routed map • Phone • Redundant center stack display • Favorite contacts • Climate • On • Fan speed • Temperature 111 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 112
Driver Controls DUAL PANEL MOON ROOF AND POWER SUNSCREEN (IF EQUIPPED) The dual panel moon roof and power sunscreen controls are located on the overhead console. the SLIDE control and release. The moon roof will automatically close. 112 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 113
to operate security devices and home lighting systems. WARNING: Make sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or security device you are programming. Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. 113 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 114
battery cover. If a panel of DIP switches is present your garage door opener is a fixed code device. If not, your garage door opener is a rolling code device. O N Note: Programming the Car2U system to a community gate will require a unique set of instructions depending on the gate system model - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 115
to return to your vehicle and complete the following steps. If you cannot locate the "learn" button, refer to the Owner's Guide of your garage door opener or call the toll-free Car2U system help line at 1-866-57Car2U (1-866-572-2728). 115 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 116
Driver Controls 3. Return to your vehicle. Press and hold the Car2U system button you would like to use to control the garage door. You may need to hold the button from 5-20 seconds, during which time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly. Immediately (within 1 second) release the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 117
into your Car2U system by pressing and releasing the buttons corresponding to the settings you circled. 4. After inputting switch settings, simultaneously press and release all three Car2U system buttons. The indicator lights will turn on. 117 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 118
Once the indicator lights begin to blink, release your fingers from the buttons. The codes for all buttons are erased. If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U system, it is recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons. 118 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 119
so that the eyelets are over the retention posts and press down to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 119 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 120
Driver Controls CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the loops and anchors provided. WARNING: This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. 120 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 121
Driver Controls Utility hook The utility hook can be used to hang small items such as grocery bags, etc. Do not hang more than 10 lb (4.5 kg) on the hook. MANUAL LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED) The liftgate area is only intended for cargo, not passengers. To open the liftgate, press the button located in - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 122
Driver Controls WARNING: Make sure that the liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door open, keep the vehicle well ventilated so outside air comes into the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 123
located to the left of the steering column, once to power open or close the liftgate. To power open or close the liftgate with the transmitter: twice within three seconds to open the liftgate. Refer to Press Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter. 123 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 124
control button located in the top of the liftgate pull-cup handle. Note: For the best performance allow the power system to open the liftgate after pressing the control. Manually control button on the liftgate, or a second double press of the transmitter button. 124 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 125
, the liftgate can be closed under power. If the power liftgate is opening, the system will stop and a chime will sound three times when an obstacle is detected. Once the obstacle is removed, the liftgate can again be operated normally. 125 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 126
the battery. 2. Manually close and fully latch the liftgate. 3. Power open the liftgate by using the transmitter, or the instrument panel control button. Note: If the power liftgate system is turned off in the message center, the system cannot be activated with the outside release handle or control - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 127
Driver Controls Your vehicle may be equipped with factory or dealer-installed crossbars that may be easily adjusted to accommodate a wide range of roof mounted accessories or removed from the roof rack, and periodically while traveling. Always 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 128
Access Key (IA key) (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with two intelligent access keys which operate the power locks and the remote start system. The IA key must be in the vehicle to activate the push button start system. 128 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 129
. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for a detailed description of Belt-Minder operation. • Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles (120 km). 129 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 130
Locks and Security • If equipped, any of the following: parking aid, blind spot information system (BLIS) with cross traffic alert and forward collision warning systems cannot be turned off. Optional settings - these settings can be changed • Vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph (130 km/h). Visual - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 131
MyKey with remote start systems MyKey is not compatible with non Ford-approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system. 131 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 132
MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed in the MyKey system status menus will include the non Ford-approved remote start system as an additional key in the total count. See the Check MyKey system status section. 132 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 133
Ford-approved remote start system that is programmed as MyKey. Refer to Using MyKey with remote start systems section. • Purchase a new key from your authorized dealer. 133 Cannot program the MyKey optional settings Cannot clear MyKey Lost the only admin key 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 134
user. • MyKey system has been recently cleared. • Vehicles has been remote started using a non Ford-approved remote start system (as if an admin key) then a MyKey is inserted without recycling the MyKey in ignition. Condition Lost any key 134 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 135
locking your IA key inside your vehicle's passenger compartment or rear cargo area. When you lock your vehicle using the driver or passenger power door lock control (with the door open, vehicle in park and ignition off), after you close the door the vehicle will search for an IA key in the passenger - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 136
another IA key in your hand. Refer to Keyless entry system in this chapter for more information on keyless entry keypad operation. When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle using the driver or passenger power door lock control (with the vehicle not in P (Park) and the ignition - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 137
the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off or to accessory. Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked after the ignition is turned off and before the driver door is opened. 137 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 138
dealer, • by using a power door control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition off. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 138 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 139
IKTs) and intelligent access keys (IA key) comply with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 139 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 140
in troubleshooting the problem. Intelligent access (if equipped) Your intelligent access system uses a radio frequency (RF) signal to communicate with your vehicle and authorize your vehicle to unlock when commanded (either by touching the inside of the driver or front passenger exterior door handle - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 141
release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors. The turn signals will flash. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. The battery saver feature will turn off the lamps 10 minutes - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 142
is closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. 142 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 143
this feature: 1. Move the driver seat, power mirrors and adjustable foot pedals (if equipped) to the desired positions using the associated controls. 2. Press and hold button procedure for each additional transmitter if desired. 143 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 144
when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 5. Snap the battery cover back onto the key - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 145
transmitter is pressed, or • the • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. 145 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 146
information and also refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter to learn how to enable different climate options. A manual climate control system will run at the setting it was set to when the vehicle was last turned off. 146 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 147
and Security To help make the vehicle as comfortable as possible, the engine idle can be to lock all the doors. two times. The exterior 2. Press lamps will flash twice. If for some reason, the system fails to start, the horn will chirp. 147 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 148
the START/STOP button on the instrument panel once while applying the brake pedal before driving the vehicle. The power windows will be inhibited remote start system through the message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 148 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 149
unlock the doors without using a key. • recall memory seat/power mirrors positions (if equipped). • enable/disable autolock and autounlock. • program/erase user codes. • arm/disarm the perimeter alarm system. The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5-digit entry code; this code is located on - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 150
hold the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time (with the driver's door closed). You do not need to enter the keypad code first. To enable/disable autolock/autounlock, refer to Autolock feature or Autounlock feature earlier in this chapter. 150 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 151
functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired. Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 152
operates the driver door lock, activates intelligent access with push button start systems as well costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 153
operate the remote entry system (if the new dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1. Note: To program MyKey features, refer to MyKey in this chapter. 153 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 154
two previously programmed keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed center console pocket and press the control on the newly programmed intelligent access keys to exit programming mode. 154 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 155
• Lock the doors using the intelligent access (if equipped) method (press the lock area in either front door handle). • Press and hold the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 controls together on the keyless entry pad to lock the doors (driver's door must be closed). 155 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 156
the alarm will trigger. Perimeter alarm issues If there seems to be a potential perimeter alarm system problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL keys/remote entry transmitters are brought to your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. 156 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 157
the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 157 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 158
restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the the head restraint to its full up position. 158 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 159
manual seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. 159 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 160
the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 160 2011 Explorer (exp - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 161
to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. • Move the front of the control up or down to tilt the front of the seat cushion. • Move the rear of the control up or down to raise or lower the entire seat cushion. 161 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 162
lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press the forward/rearward side of the control to increase/decrease lumbar support. Dual setting heated seats (if equipped) The heated seats will only function when the ignition is in the on position. 162 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 163
cause the seat heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury. 163 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 164
inside the seat. This is normal. Climate controlled seats air filter replacement The climate controlled seat system includes air filters that must be replaced periodically. Refer to the Scheduled maintenance information for more information. 164 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 165
the front seat to full up to ease access. To remove an air filter: 1. Remove key from ignition. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter until the tabs are released, then rotate the air filter toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Remove filter. 165 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 166
into position. Memory feature (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat, power mirrors and power adjustable foot pedals (if equipped) to three programmable positions. The memory control is located on the driver's door. • To program position 1, move the memory features - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 167
fold strap (2), • guide sleeves with unlock/remove buttons (3), 3 • and two steel stems (4), To fold the outboard head restraint, pull the fold strap. To place the head restraint back to the upright position, pull up on the head restraint. 167 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 168
place the head restraint back to the upright position, pull up on the head restraint. Note: Pressing the stow or fold button on power folding seats will automatically fold the head restraint. 168 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 169
: You may have to move the front row seat forward to allow the 2nd row seat to be fully tumbled. 1. Stow the center head restraint (if equipped) by pressing the head restraint release button while sliding the head restraint fully down. 169 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 170
adjust vertically. 3. Lift the handle located on the side of the seat. The seatback will fold flat. 4. Lift the handle all the way up until the seat releases from the floor. Rotate the seat forward to allow access to the third row. 170 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 171
that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 171 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 172
forward. Pull the strap a second time to tumble the seat forward, allowing easy exit from the 3rd row seat. 3. To return the seatback to the floor from tumbled position, rotate the seat down until you hear it latching to the floor. 172 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 173
. Do not operate the vehicle with seats in tumbled position. Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the seat is occupied or empty. If not latched or if the seat is tumbled, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. 173 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 174
Restraints Stowing the third row seat (manual seat) 1. Remove all objects from the seat and stowage tub. 2. located at the top of the seatback to tumble the seat all the way into the tub in the floor. 2 Note: Do not use the seat anchors as cargo tie downs. 174 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 175
is free of objects before unstowing it. 1. Unlatch and lift the seat out of the tub in the floor by squeezing and pulling up on the handle. Once the seat is at a vertical position, push the seat over, letting it fall onto the latches. 175 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 176
, or Both seats into a NORMAL, STOW or FOLD position with just one touch of a button. The third row seat also includes obstacle detection that allows the seat to stop and reverse direction if it hits an obstacle so that the obstacle can be removed. 176 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 177
The third row power seat buttons are located behind the third row seats on the left-hand quarter trim panel. Note: The power fold seats work only when the vehicle is in P (Park) and the tailgate is open. If the ignition is off and the feature is still running, the battery saver will turn it off - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 178
sensors. • Restraint system warning light and backup tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights. 178 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 179
sensor allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seat position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. 179 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 180
usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. 180 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 181
the problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 181 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 182
the child from injury in a collision. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 183
they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety button and remove the tongue from the buckle. 183 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 184
controlled manner. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt or lap belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder or lap belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. 184 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 185
collision, the safety belt system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the "automatic locking retractor" feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all safety belts should be checked for proper function. 185 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 186
safety belt consists of the following: • An inflatable bag located in the shoulder safety belt webbing. • Lap safety belt webbing with automatic locking mode. • Seat mounted buckles with gas generators concealed under the seat cushions. 186 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 187
holds the occupant in the appropriate seating position, and spreads crash forces over more area of the body than regular safety belts. This helps reduce pressure on the chest and helps control head and neck motion for passengers. 187 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 188
retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags and Safety Canopy System and safety belt pretensioners. 188 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 189
adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. 189 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 190
the same for the driver and the front passenger. If the Belt-Minder warnings have expired (warnings for approximately five minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the Belt-Minder feature. 190 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 191
are buckled. The Belt-Minder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 25 seconds, repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 191 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 192
this can improve comfort. Prime time for an accident. Belt-Minder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up. Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 193
/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) • The ignition is off • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled 193 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 194
, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds, followed by three seconds with the light off, then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds again. 194 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 195
SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag. 195 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 196
cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your authorized dealer. 196 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 197
not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 197 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 198
Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system and Safety Canopy system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. • driver and front passenger safety belt pretensioner • Rear outboard inflatable belts and inflators (if equipped) . 198 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 199
child restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat. • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. 199 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 200
seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person's legs comfortably extended. • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger's frontal airbag. 200 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 201
state of the passenger airbag status indicator lamp is incorrect, check for the following: • Objects lodged underneath the seat • Objects between the seat cushion and the center console (if equipped) • Objects hanging off the seat back 201 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 202
over. • Turn the vehicle off. • Driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat. • Remove the obstruction(s) (if found). • Restart the vehicle. 202 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 203
the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 203 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 204
seat covers. The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. WARNING: Do not attempt to service - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 205
driver and front passenger seatbacks. • A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors mounted in the front doors (one on each side of the vehicle). • Crash sensors located - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 206
including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy System is provided. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy. 206 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 207
allow Safety Canopy deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors mounted in the front doors (one on each side of the vehicle). • Two crash sensors located at the C pillar behind the rear doors (one on each side of the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 208
difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light (same light as for front airbag system) will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. 208 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 209
safety belts (if equipped) are compatible with most infant and child safety car seats and belt positioning booster seats. For more information on the rear inflatable safety belt system, see Rear inflatable safety belt in this chapter. 209 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 210
, weight, or Recommended age restraint type Infants Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or Use a child safety seat or less (generally age four or (sometimes called an toddlers younger) infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler seat). 210 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 211
restrain children twelve (12) years of age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 211 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 212
instructions and warnings provided by the vehicle manufacturer. A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is inappropriate for your child's height, age, or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death. 212 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 213
to a CPST or for further information, contact your provincial ministry of transportation, your local St. John Ambulance office at http://www.sfa.ca, or Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0371 (http://www.tc.gc.ca). 213 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 214
Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 214 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 215
. Perform the following steps when installing the child seat with combination lap/shoulder belts: Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 215 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 216
proper seating position, do the following: • Standard safety belt: pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together behind the belt tongue. • Inflatable safety belt: grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together behind the belt tongue. 216 2011 Explorer (exp - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 217
the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. • Standard safety belt buckle • Inflatable safety belt buckle 217 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 218
5 and 6. 8. Remove remaining slack from the belt. Force the seat down with extra weight, e.g., by pressing down or kneeling on the seat to the vehicle. Sometimes, a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt. 218 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 219
installation. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with your local St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST. 219 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 220
installation are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back, below the locator symbols on the seatback. Follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. 220 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 221
to the lower anchors and tether anchor, if applicable. Tug the child seat from side to side and forward and back where it is secured to the vehicle. The seat should move less than one inch when you do this for a proper installation. 221 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 222
row bucket seats and rear seat • Second row bench seats and rear seat Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 222 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 223
seat. Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash. Perform the following steps to attach a child safety seat seat or tether strap. See Rear seats in this chapter for head restraint information. 223 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 224
row bucket (40/40) • 2nd row bench (60/40) • Third row seat Note: The cargo tie-downs at the rear edge of the floor are not tether anchors. 3. Clip the tether hook to the anchor as shown-the tether hook may be twisted 1/2 turn to improve installation. 224 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 225
to the manufacturer's instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends its use - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 226
, or consider using a high back booster seat. • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 226 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 227
use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. 227 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 228
it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Note: Some booster seat safety belt guides may not accommodate the shoulder portion of the inflatable safety belt. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 229
the risk of injury or ejection. Study your owner's guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 229 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 230
your vehicle. On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to 4WD while the vehicle accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations, it won't stop any faster than two-wheel drive vehicles. Always drive at a safe speed. 230 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 231
with a longer wheelbase. • Narrower - to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. 231 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 232
marked C may have poor traction performance. WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. 232 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 233
psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying capability. • kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure. • PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure. 233 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 234
located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. • B-pillar: The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 235
"bleed" or reduce air pressure. The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures. A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under-inflated. 235 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 236
an air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires and wheel valve damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 236 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 237
Wheels indicators, or "wear bars", which look like accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently. You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 237 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 238
Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver's door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 239
tire bead and wheel bead seat area again. 3. Stand at a minimum of 12 ft (3.66 m) away from the tire wheel assembly. 4. Use both eye and ear protection. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should do - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 240
can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer. Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. 240 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 241
-wheel drive (FWD)/All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 242
Wheels and Loading INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U.S. and Canada service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. 242 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 243
from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal Mud and Snow, or AT: All Terrain, or AS: All Season. 243 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 244
is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 244 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 245
Tires, Wheels and Loading Additional tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the tire's load-carrying capabilities rear axle. 245 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 246
that is intended for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 246 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 247
the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 247 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 248
of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Changing tires with a TPMS Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor located inside the tire/wheel cavity. The pressure sensor is attached to the valve stem. The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 249
the system functions, refer to When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section. TPMS If the tires are properly inflated malfunction and the spare tire is not in use but the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 249 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 250
, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 250 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 251
damage to your vehicle. • Remove the tire cable chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use tire cable chains on dry roads. 251 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 252
carry). Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 252 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 253
the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) - including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 253 2011 Explorer (exp - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 254
fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 254 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 255
Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 255 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 256
the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's braking system is rated for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR.) Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 257
and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lb. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1,400 lb. and there will be five 150 - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 258
when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle. 258 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 259
package. An optional Class III towing hitch is available and may be required for your towing purposes. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 259 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 260
: 1. Park the vehicle (without the trailer) on a level surface. 2. Measure the height of the top of the front wheel opening on the fender, this is H1. 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the weight distributing bars connected. 260 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 261
's hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. 261 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 262
to a lower gear. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. 262 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 263
to run for five minutes at the beginning of each day and every six hours thereafter. With the engine running and your foot on the brake, shift into D (Drive) and then into R (Reverse) before shifting back into N (Neutral). 263 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 264
and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 264 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 265
their safety belts. For more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 265 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 266
cranking. Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting the engine. After releasing the key from the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts. 266 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 267
such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. ACCESSORY POWER ACTIVE and PRESS BRAKE TO START will be displayed in the message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information. 267 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 268
(by applying the brake pedal and pressing the START/STOP button) for up to 20 seconds, even though the IA key is not present. After 20 seconds have expired, you can no longer start your vehicle without the IA key present inside the vehicle. 268 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 269
located in the vehicle, to avoid becoming stranded without an IA key. Guarding against exhaust fumes WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 269 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 270
block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two- in order to prevent possible shock or fire. 270 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 271
warning light. Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor and 271 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 272
may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, ! P normal braking is still effective. If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately. 272 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 273
pedal downward again to release the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. Note: If the vehicle is driven with the parking brake applied, a chime will sound. 273 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 274
roll-over. • Curve Control, which functions to help maintain the desired turn by reducing speed. WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling characteristics of the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 275
on the brake, the brake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces. You may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe condition. • The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual. • Engine power may be reduced. 275 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 276
the roadway. The ESC operates by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing engine power if the system detects that the vehicle is about to skid or slide laterally. During ESC events, the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash. Certain - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 277
seems to lose engine power, switching off traction control in the AdvanceTrac with RSC system may be beneficial because the wheels are allowed to spin. This will restore full engine power and will enhance momentum through the obstacle. 277 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 278
use the vehicle's AdvanceTrac with RSC system to detect and help reduce trailer sway by applying brake force at individual wheels and, if necessary, by reducing engine power. Trailer sway control is only enabled above 40 mph (64 km/h). 278 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 279
circumstances, such as ice or extremely steep grades. Hill descent control is a driver assist system and cannot substitute for good judgment by the driver. Failure to do so may result in loss of vehicle control, crash or serious injury. 279 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 280
is pressed and conditions are not correct for hill descent activation, the HDC system will be enabled, the light on the button will be on solid and HILL DESCENT CONTROL READY will be displayed in the message center for several seconds. 280 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 281
km/h): When the HDC button is pressed, the HDC system will be enabled, the light on the button will be illuminated, and FOR HILL CNTRL dealer to have it checked. With the message displayed, the steering assist is turned off, making the vehicle harder to steer. 281 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 282
. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 282 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 283
): 1. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition off. 2. Open the small forward storage compartment, and remove the rubber protective cover. 3. Using a screwdriver (or similar tool), carefully pry off and remove the BSI access cover. 283 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 284
position. 6. Install the BSI access cover. 7. Apply the brake pedal, start the vehicle, and release the parking brake. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the strategy must be relearned. 284 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 285
light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal. P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. L 285 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 286
mode (tow off). WARNING: Do not use the tow feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions as the increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control. 286 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 287
braking. • Will downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle speed; allows for first gear when vehicle reaches slower speeds. • Is not intended for use under extended or normal driving conditions and results in lower fuel economy. P R N D L 287 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 288
transmission with the ability for the driver to change gears up or down. By moving the gearshift lever from D (Drive) to M (Manual), you now have control of selecting the gear you desire engine revving is held without shifting. 288 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) M - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 289
in the normal manner. The brakes will be released automatically. WARNING: If the engine is revved excessively, or if a malfunction is detected when the hill start assist feature is active, the hill start assist feature will be deactivated. 289 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 290
reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Note: Do not rock the vehicle if bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 290 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 291
). If the sensors are covered, it will affect the accuracy of the RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 291 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 292
are ACTIVE + FIXED, FIXED and OFF. • (1) Rear bumper Zoom • (2) Red zone 5 4 3 2 • (3) Yellow zone • (4) Green zone • (5) Active guidelines (if equipped) 1 Active guidelines (5) will only be shown with fixed guidelines (2), (3) and (4). 292 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 293
zoom feature assists drivers with connecting their vehicle to a trailer for the purpose of towing. It allows the driver to manually zoom closer to an object behind the vehicle. The zoomed image keeps the bumper in the image to provide a reference. 293 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 294
delay options are ON and OFF. The camera lens for the reverse camera system is located on the liftgate. Keep the lens clean so the video image remains clear aid alert and manual zoom features are only available when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). 294 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 295
in R (Reverse). Make sure the vehicle is not moving. If the back end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, then check with your authorized dealer to have your rear video system checked for proper coverage and operation. 295 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 296
rely on this system to replace driver judgment and the need to maintain distance and speed. Note: The collision warning with brake support will not detect, warn, or respond to potential collisions with vehicles to the rear or sides of the vehicle. 296 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 297
chime will sound. After that, if the risk of collision further increases after the warning light, the brake support prepares the brake system for rapid braking. This may be apparent to the driver. However, the system will not automatically activate the brakes. The vehicle will not stop unless the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 298
: The collision warning system's brake support can only help reduce the speed at which a collision occurs if the driver applies the vehicle's brakes. The brake pedal must be pressed just like for any typical braking situation. Blocked sensor If a message regarding a blocked sensor is displayed - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 299
(APA) will detect an available parallel parking space and automatically steer the vehicle into the space (hands-free) while you control the accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The system will visually and/or audibly instruct the driver to park the vehicle. WARNING: This system is designed to be - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 300
chime. When you stop the vehicle in position to begin parking, the touch screen displays REMOVE HANDS FROM STEERING WHEEL SHIFT TO TO PARK ON LEFT (RIGHT) SIDE. The driver should always come to a complete stop before changing gears. 300 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 301
reverse and forward in the space. You may cancel APA at any time by grabbing the steering wheel or by pressing the APA control switch. When the vehicle is The system may offer subsequent backward and forward maneuvers before proceeding to the finish phase. 301 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 302
authorized dealer to have your vehicle serviced. The system should not be used if: • a foreign object (i.e. bike rack, trailer, etc.) is attached to the front or rear of the vehicle or at another location close to the sensors. • the front bumper or side sensors are damaged (i.e. in a collision) or - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 303
Troubleshooting Why isn't APA searching for a parking space? • You may have deactivated the AdvanceTrac system. • One of the doors (except the driver's door) may not be securely closed. Why doesn't APA offer a particular parking space? • Something may be contacting the front bumper or side sensors - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 304
the main mirror and begin to appear in the blind spot mirror (2). As the vehicle leaves the blind spot mirror it will transition to the driver's peripheral field of view (3). WARNING: Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear. 304 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 305
Driving BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLISா) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED) The BLIS is a convenience feature that aids the driver in assessing whether a vehicle is within an area on either side of the vehicle extending rearward from the outside mirrors to approximately 10 feet (3 - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 306
vehicles that pass through the blind zone quickly, typically less than two seconds, the BLIS will not illuminate the alert. The BLIS consists of two radar sensors each located rearward of the rear wheels hidden behind the bumper fascia. Do not place any type of bumper sticker in this area. Note - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 307
proximity block the CTA sensors (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed for vehicle on left]). Backing slowly from the parking spot in these situations helps to increase the sensor coverage and effectiveness. 307 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 308
level of false alerts are normal. Circumstances that may cause a false alert when backing up are backing out of a garage, backing into a parking space, and objects very close to the sensor. False alerts are temporary and self correct. 308 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 309
displays BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE or CROSS TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE warning and the appropriate left and/or right exterior mirror alert indicator will illuminate. The message center warning may be cleared by the driver but the exterior mirror alert indicator will remain illuminated. 309 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 310
system recognizing a blocked condition and alerting the driver, the number of missed objects will increase. To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the BLIS as a replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors or clear after a key cycle. 310 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 311
an ordinary passenger car. Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside. Do not grip the spokes. 311 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 312
before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 312 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 313
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 313 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 314
can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud. Even 4WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As 314 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 315
driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. If the . It is better to back down to a safe location. 315 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 316
the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you may steer in the direction you want to travel. If you lock the wheels, release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. Since your vehicle is equipped with a Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), 316 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 317
your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-road usage. 317 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 318
. If the sand to be crossed is damp/wet, and sufficiently deep enough to cause the wheels to sink into the surface, the Mud/Ruts mode should be selected. • Mud/Ruts - This mode should be used for muddy, rutted, soft, or uneven terrain. 318 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 319
and cause internal transmission damage. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 319 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 320
costs in excess of 35 miles (56 km). Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled, but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services. 320 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 321
hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition. • Press the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash. • Press the flasher control again to turn them off. 321 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 322
after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury. Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision. FUSES AND can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 322 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 323
Blue Tan Natural Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 323 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 324
side front window Interior demand lamps (overhead console, 2nd row, cargo), glove box lamp, 2nd and 3rd row seat release, visor lamps Amplifier Not used (spare) Memory seat module logic feed Not used (spare) 5 6 7 8 324 20A 5A 7.5A 10A 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 325
Memory seat power Locks Intelligent access (IA), Keypad Horn relay Steering wheel control module, IA, Headlamp switch Datalink connector, Steering wheel control module 325 10 11 12 10A 10A 15A 13 14 15 16 17 18 15A 15A 15A 10A 10A 10A 19 20 21 22 23 24 20A 20A 10A 20A 15A 15A 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 326
brake controller 110V AC power point, Power folding mirror, Power mirrors, One touch up/down front windows, Door lock illumination Occupant classification sensor Blind spot monitor, Rearview camera, Reverse sensing system Heads-up display, Climate control humidity sensor, Terrain management system - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 327
Delayed accessory relay Protected Circuits Not used (spare) Climate control module Fog lamps, left and right turn signal mirror feed Rear power windows, Passenger power window, One touch down (driver side only) Body control module 49 Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 328
-lock brake system (ABS) pump Not used Power liftgate Moon roof Power point #2 (console rear) 3rd row rear seat release relay Rear window defroster relay Trailer tow battery charge relay Starter motor relay Not used Fuel pump relay Not used 110V AC power point 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 329
blower motor Starter motor Power point #1/cigar lighter Power point #3 (cargo area) 3rd row seat module Driver power seat, Memory module Trailer tow (TT) battery charge Not used Rear window defroster, Heated mirrors Power point (console) Climate controlled seats Not used Not used Not used Auxiliary - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 330
Powertrain control module (PCM) relay Vehicle power (VPWR) #2 (emission related powertrain components) VPWR #4 (ignition coils) VPWR #1 (PCM) VPWR #3 (coil), All-wheel drive module, A/C clutch Not used Not used Not used 68 69 70 71 72 73 330 15A* 15A* 10A* - - - 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 331
blower motor, Rear defroster, TT battery charge relays Passenger compartment fuse panel run/start Not used Not used Not used A/C clutch relay 331 90 91 92 93 10A* 10A* 10A* 5A* 94 30A** 95 - 96 - 97 - 98 - *Mini Fuses **Cartridge Fuses 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 332
pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full functionality of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle. Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 333
dissimilar spare tire/wheel, do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel 333 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 334
-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate hazard flashers. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn engine off. 334 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 335
. 1. Remove the floor filler and carpeted floor panel located in the rear of the vehicle. 2. Remove the wing nut that secures the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Lift and remove the spare tire from the spare tire well. 335 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 336
from the foam tray. 5 1 2 4 3 7. Turn the lead screw (where the lug wrench attaches) of the jack by hand to release the wheel wrench from the jack. Press the button on the wrench to extend the handle. Fold down the wrench socket. 336 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 337
brake and block (in both directions) the wheel wheel chock to form a triangle and use it to block the tire opposite from the flat tire. 2. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 337 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 338
and jack 1. Replace the wheel chock in the foam tray. 2. Adjust the jack to the proper height to install the wrench. Turn the jack lead screw until the arrow on the upper link is slightly below the circle indicator shown on the lower link. 2 338 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 339
tire to the rear lift gate back panel by inserting the wing bolt through one of the lug bolt holes in the wheel. 5. Turn the wing bolt clockwise into the threaded hole in the rear lift gate back panel until the tire is secured. 339 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 340
which could lead to loss of control, and serious personal injury. Note: The temporary mobility kit sealant compound in the canister is to be used for one tire only. See your authorized dealer for additional replacement sealant canisters. 340 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 341
is losing pressure, have the vehicle towed. • Read the information in the Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit section to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit and your vehicle. 341 1 13 2 3 4 5 6 7 12 8 11 10 9 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 342
it may cause injury during a sudden stop or collision. Always store the kit in its original location. • After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. • When inflating a tire or other objects, use the black air hose only. Do not use the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 343
Turn the hazard lights on. Apply the parking brake and turn the engine off. Inspect the flat tire for visible damage. Sealant compound contains latex. To avoid any allergic reactions, use the non-latex gloves located in the accessory box on the underside of the temporary mobility kit housing. Do not - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 344
reached, turn off the kit by pressing the on/off button; disconnect the kit from the tire valve and the power point. Re-install the valve cap on the tire valve, place the tube cap on the metal connector, and return the kit to the stowage area. 344 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 345
label located on the driver's door or door jamb area. Pressing the deflation button near the sealant canister removes air from the tire. Note: The tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. 345 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 346
. Note: After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. You can check the tire pressure any time the temporary mobility kit 1. Unwrap the clear tube from the compressor housing. 346 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA ( - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 347
of the sealant canister to the temporary mobility kit 1. Align the sealant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing. 2. Once aligned, seat the sealant canister by lightly pushing down until you hear an audible click. 347 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 348
, flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Lug nut socket Wheel lug nut torque* size/Bolt size ft-lb N •m 1⁄2 x 20 100 135 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 348 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 349
fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel system. This could damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto the ground instead of filling the tank, all of which could result in serious personal injury. 349 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 350
moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 350 2011 Explorer (exp - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 351
(-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 351 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 352
(+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. 2 B - - + 3 C After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 352 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 353
the automatic transmission. On AWD vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground to prevent damage to the automatic transmission, AWD system or vehicle. 353 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 354
to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer Brake-shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 354 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 355
the items that can be found online: • U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name, City/State, or Zip Code • Owner Guides • Maintenance Schedules • Recalls • Ford Extended Service Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. 355 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 356
authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle's current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state's warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. 356 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 357
The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 357 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 358
the Getting the services you need section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program. The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of two parts - mediation and arbitration. During mediation, a representative of the BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor Company to explore options for - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 359
. These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolve disputes. CAMVAP decisions are fast, fair, and final as the arbitrator's award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada. CAMVAP services are available in all Canadian - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 360
authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: Ford International Business Development Inc. Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 11957 Caparra Heights Station San Juan, Puerto Rico 00922-1957 Telephone: (800) 841-FORD (3673) FAX: (313) 390-0804 Email: [email protected] www.ford.com.pr 360 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 361
by credit card, check or money order.) Obtaining a French Owner's Guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by contacting Helm, Incorporated using the contact information listed previously in this section. 361 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 362
a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1-800-333-0510, or online at: https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP/Index.aspx. 362 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 363
damage to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. Use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), which is available from your authorized dealer. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 364
come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will "gray" or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 365
around these locations. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 366
the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. • Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces. 366 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 367
with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101). • If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. 367 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 368
, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing or damage to the leather. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 368 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 369
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54) Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 369 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 370
reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. 370 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 371
vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 371 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 372
1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Battery 4. Power distribution box 5. Air filter assembly 6. Transmission fluid dipstick (out of view) 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 372 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 373
reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components. Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the windshield. 373 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 374
: 1. Press the wiper blade against the glass with one hand and hold it. 2. Pull the wiper arm away from the wiper blade to separate. 374 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 375
cross pin (2) and firmly press the wiper arm into the wiper blade until a click is heard. 1 2 If you find this procedure too difficult, please see your dealer location of dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. 375 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 376
Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle's engine. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in this chapter for more information. 376 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 377
of time. This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage. Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 377 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 378
sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Because your vehicle's engine is electronically controlled by a computer, some control - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 379
the battery. Those electrical accessories affected include rear defrost, heated /cooled seats, climate control fan, heated steering wheel, audio and navigation system. A message may be displayed on the instrument cluster or center stack display to alert the driver that battery protection actions - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 380
accessories added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability and may also affect the performance of other electrical systems in the vehicle. When a battery replacement is required, the battery should only be replaced with a Ford recommended - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 381
for service interval and vehicle location. Adding the system will remain underfilled. parts. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 381 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 382
capacities in this chapter. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in case of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the cooling system release. 3. Step back while the pressure releases. 382 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 383
find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined previously in the Adding engine coolant section. 383 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 384
and may cause engine damage. • If available, refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant a long or steep grade while pulling a trailer in hot ambient temperatures. At this time, you may notice your engine coolant if 384 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 385
continue on. 5. If the coolant is low, add coolant, restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. See Adding engine coolant in this chapter for more information. Refer to fail-safe cooling for additional information. 385 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 386
as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. 2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer. 3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. 386 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 387
location and dealer. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 388
Maintenance and Specifications Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 388 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 389
the instructions on build door by pressing the center of the door about one inch from the door's rear edge. 3. Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fully into the fuel system, and leave the nozzle fully inserted until you are done pumping. Pump fuel as normal. 389 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 390
or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may not be covered under warranty. 390 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 391
to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle. Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 392
service engine soon indicator may come on. For more information on the service engine soon indicator, refer to Warning lights Locate the white plastic funnel. It is clipped onto the spare tire compartment. 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel system. 392 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 393
can be purchased from your authorized dealer if you choose to dispose of the funnel. Do not use aftermarket funnels; they will not work with the Easy Fuel system and can damage it. The • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. 393 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 394
conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy. In general, lower temperatures stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. 394 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 395
the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may want to turn off the speed control in Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 396
replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 397
-II may not have symptoms that are apparent, indicator on can continued driving with the service engine soon result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. 397 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 398
on or not working test if the service engine soon properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined that some of the emission control systems have not been properly checked. In driving cycle will have to be repeated. 398 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 399
your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow a minimum of 10 seconds for each gear to engage. 4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 399 MAX MIN 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 400
for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in transmission fluid level should be targeted within the cross-hatch area if at normal operating temperature 180 capacities section in this chapter. 400 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 401
by an authorized dealer. An overfill condition air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 401 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 402
to prevent rust. • Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the vehicle is washed. See the Cleaning chapter for more information. • Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges, and latches with a light grade oil. See - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 403
charge is maintained for quick starting. Note: If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset memory features. Brakes • Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released. Tires • Maintain recommended air pressure. 403 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 404
spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 404 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 405
Between MIN and MAX on reservoir Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Body hinges, latches, door striker plates and rotors, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring, hood latch - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 406
(11.5L) •VC-10-A2 (US) •CVC-10-A (Canada) / WSS-M97B55-A •VC-3-B (US) •CVC-3-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-D 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Engine oil 6.0 quarts (5.7L) Ford Part Name or equivalent •Motorcraft Specialty Green Engine Coolant - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 407
7L) XY-80W90-QL / WSP-M2C197-A 12.7 quarts (12.0L)3 Capacity Ford Part Number / Ford Specification XT-10-QLV / MERCON LV 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Windshield washer fluid Fill as required Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft MERCON LV ATF4 Motorcraft SAE 80W - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 408
inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio Engine located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. 408 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 409
identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 409 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 410
Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Six-speed automatic (6F50) Six-speed automatic (6F55) Code J C 410 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 411
's package •Portable navigation* •Trailer hitch balls •Camping tent* •Rear seat entertainment* •Racks and carriers* •Trailer hitch ball mounts •Cargo organization and management •Trailer hitch drawbars, and towing accessories 411 •Deflectors •Splash guards* 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 412
Peace of mind •Keyless entry keypad •Wheel locks •Vehicle tracking and recovery* •Remote start •Cargo shade •Cargo area protector •Vehicle security systems •Bumper and hitch mounted parking sensors* •Locking gas plug for capless fuel system *Ford Licensed Accessories (FLA) are warranted by the - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 413
by all Ford and Lincoln Dealers in the U.S. and Canada It's the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get: • Reliable, quality service anywhere you go. • Factory-trained technicians. • Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Parts. Rental car reimbursement If - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 414
Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget. Interest free finance options available Take advantage of our installment payment plan, just a 10% down payment will provide you with an affordable no interest, no-fee payment opportunity. 414 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 415
Ford Extended Service Plan 415 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 416
your local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you. Note: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change. 416 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 417
and confirmation of the work performed is always recorded in this guide. Your dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. They are committed to meeting your service needs and to assuring your continuing satisfaction. Protecting your - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 418
fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system, or using a Ford-approved flushing chemical. 418 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 419
the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used. 419 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 420
if necessary Parking brake for proper operation Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary 420 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 421
- Recommended each visit Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped) Battery performance Horn operation Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses Engine air filter Suspension component for leaks or damage Exhaust system Steering and linkage Exterior - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 422
Scheduled Maintenance 422 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 423
service needs to be filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. If your message center is prematurely reset or becomes inoperative, you should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km) from your last oil change. 423 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 424
424 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Oil Change Service Interval* 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Change engine oil and filter Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 425
cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Every 100,000 miles Change engine coolant1 (160,000 km) Replace spark plugs Inspect accessory at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) 425 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 426
P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 426 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 427
P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 427 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 428
P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 428 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 429
. Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 25,000 miles [40,000 km].) 429 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 430
in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery As required - Change engine oil and filter as indicated by message center and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart (except Fiesta) Inspect frequently, service as - Replace cabin air filter (if equipped - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 431
Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, service as - Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) required - Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) - Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag - Rotate - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 432
P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 432 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 433
P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 433 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 434
filter replacement ❑ ❑ Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions will require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter. 434 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 435
P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 435 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 436
, specifications ...404 servicing ...377 Belt-Minder ...190 Blind Spot Information System ...305 Blind spot mirror ...304 Booster seats ...225 Brakes ...271 anti-lock ...271-272 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...272 fluid, checking and adding ...399 fluid, refill capacities ...405 fluid - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 437
...366 interior ...367 plastic parts ...365 washing ...363 waxing ...364 wheels ...364 wiper blades ...365 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...60, 63, 65 Clock ...50 Collision Warning System ...296 Console ...93 overhead ...92 rear ...93 Controls power seat ...160 steering column - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 438
75 turning on and off ...74 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...60, 63, 65 Hill descent mode ...279 Hill start assist ...289 Hood ...371 I Ignition ...264, 408 Illuminated visor mirror ...92 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...214 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 439
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...272 Loading instructions ...258 Load limits ...252 Locks autolock ...136 childproof ...139 doors ...135 Lubricant specifications ...405 Luggage rack ...126 Lug nuts ...348 Lumbar support, seats ...160, 162 M Message center ...22, 26 warning messages ...26, 37 Mirrors ...97 - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 440
Classification Sensor ...180 warning light and chime ...190 Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ...220 Safety seats for children ...214 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...408 Satellite Radio Information ...54 Scheduled Maintenance Guide Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log ...423 2011 Explorer - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 441
264-266 jump starting ...350 push button start system ...267 Steering wheel controls ...110 tilting ...91 T Temporary mobility kit ...340 Third-row power fold seat ...176 Tilt steering wheel ...91 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tires, Wheels and Loading ...247 Tires ...232-233, 332 alignment - 2011 Ford Explorer | Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 442
Lights) ...12 Washer fluid ...373 Water, Driving through ...319 Windows power ...96 rear wiper/washer ...91 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...89 checking and adding fluid ...373 liftgate reservoir ...373 replacing wiper blades ...374 Wrecker towing ...353 442 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide
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Introduction
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Table of Contents
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