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2018 EXPLORER Owner’s Manual

May 2018

Fourth Printing

Owner’s Manual

Explorer

Litho in U.S.A.

JL2J 19A321 AC

ford.ca

owner.ford.com

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Summary of Contents for Ford 2018 FORD EXPLORER:

Copyright Â©2
Introduction10
- About This Manual10
- Symbols Glossary10
- Data Recording12
- Perchlorate14
- Ford Credit14
- Replacement Parts Recommendation15
- Special Notices15
- Mobile Communications Equipment16
- Export Unique Options17
Environment18
- Protecting the Environment18
At a Glance19
- Instrument Panel Overview19
Child Safety21
- General Information21
- Child Seats22
- Installing Child Restraints23
- Booster Seats32
- Child Restraint Positioning34
- Child Safety Locks36
Seatbelts38
- Principle of Operation38
- Fastening the Seatbelts39
- Seatbelt Height Adjustment42
- Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime43
- Seatbelt Reminder43
- Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance45
- Seatbelt Extension45
Personal Safety Systemâ¢46
- Personal Safety Systemâ¢46
Supplementary Restraints System47
- Principle of Operation47
- Driver and Passenger Airbags48
- Front Passenger Sensing System49
- Side Airbags51
- Passenger Knee Airbag52
- Safety Canopyâ¢52
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator53
- Airbag Disposal54
Keys and Remote Controls55
- Principle of Operation55
- General Information on Radio Frequencies55
- Remote Control56
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control61
MyKeyâ¢62
- Principle of Operation62
- Creating a MyKey63
- Clearing All MyKeys64
- Checking MyKey System Status64
- Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems65
- MyKey Troubleshooting65
Doors and Locks67
- Locking and Unlocking67
- Keyless Entry70
Liftgate72
- Manual Liftgate72
- Power Liftgate73
Security77
- Passive Anti-Theft System77
- Anti-Theft Alarm78
Steering Wheel79
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column79
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column79
- Audio Control81
- Voice Control81
- Cruise Control82
- Information Display Control82
- Heated Steering Wheel82
Pedals83
- Adjusting the Pedals83
Wipers and Washers84
- Windshield Wipers84
- Autowipers84
- Windshield Washers85
- Rear Window Wiper and Washers85
Lighting86
- General Information86
- Lighting Control86
- Autolamps87
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer87
- Headlamp Exit Delay88
- Daytime Running Lamps88
- Automatic High Beam Control89
- Front Fog Lamps90
- Direction Indicators90
- Interior Lamps90
- Ambient Lighting92
Windows and Mirrors94
- Power Windows94
- Global Opening95
- Exterior Mirrors95
- Interior Mirror98
- Sun Visors98
- Moonroof98
Instrument Cluster100
- Gauges100
- Warning Lamps and Indicators103
- Audible Warnings and Indicators106
Information Displays108
- General Information108
- Information Messages122
Climate Control136
- Manual Climate Control136
- Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Premium AM/âFM/âCD137
- Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Sony AM/âFM/âCD139
- Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate141
- Rear Passenger Climate Controls143
- Heated Windows and Mirrors144
- Cabin Air Filter145
- Remote Start145
Seats147
- Sitting in the Correct Position147
- Head Restraints147
- Manual Seats150
- Power Seats151
- Memory Function153
- Rear Seats154
- Heated Seats161
- Climate Controlled Seats162
Universal Garage Door Opener164
- Universal Garage Door Opener164
Auxiliary Power Points168
- Auxiliary Power Points168
Storage Compartments170
- Center Console170
- Overhead Console171
Starting and Stopping the Engine172
- General Information172
- Ignition Switch172
- Keyless Starting172
- Starting a Gasoline Engine173
- Engine Block Heater176
Fuel and Refueling178
- Safety Precautions178
- Fuel Quality - Gasoline178
- Fuel Quality - E85179
- Fuel Filler Funnel Location180
- Running Out of Fuel180
- Refueling182
- Fuel Consumption184
Engine Emission Control186
- Emission Law186
- Catalytic Converter187
Transmission190
- Automatic Transmission190
Four-Wheel Drive194
- Principle of Operation194
- Using Four-Wheel Drive194
Brakes199
- General Information199
- Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes200
- Parking Brake200
- Hill Start Assist200
Traction Control202
- Principle of Operation202
- Using Traction Control202
Stability Control203
- Principle of Operation203
- Using Stability Control204
Terrain Control205
- Using Terrain Control205
- Using Hill Descent Control206
Parking Aids208
- Principle of Operation208
- Rear Parking Aid208
- Front Parking Aid209
- Side Sensing System210
- Active Park Assist212
- Rear View Camera218
- 180 Degree Camera221
Cruise Control223
- Principle of Operation223
- Using Cruise Control223
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control224
Driving Aids230
- Driver Alert230
- Lane Keeping System231
- Blind Spot Information System235
- Cross Traffic Alert237
- Steering240
- Pre-Collision Assist241
Load Carrying244
- Rear Under Floor Storage244
- Cargo Nets244
- Luggage Covers245
- Roof Racks and Load Carriers245
- Load Limit246
Towing252
- Towing a Trailer252
- Trailer Sway Control253
- Recommended Towing Weights253
- Essential Towing Checks255
- Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels - 2.3L EcoBoostâ¢257
- Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels - 3.5L Duratec/â3.5L Ecoboostâ¢258
Driving Hints260
- Breaking-In260
- Economical Driving260
- Driving Through Water261
- Floor Mats261
Roadside Emergencies263
- Roadside Assistance263
- Hazard Flashers264
- Fuel Shutoff264
- Jump Starting the Vehicle265
- Post-Crash Alert System267
- Transporting the Vehicle267
Customer Assistance269
- Getting the Services You Need269
- In California (U.S. Only)270
- The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)271
- Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)272
- Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada272
- Ordering Additional Owner's Literature274
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)274
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)274
Fuses276
- Fuse Specification Chart276
- Changing a Fuse285
Maintenance287
- General Information287
- Opening and Closing the Hood287
- Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoostâ¢288
- Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Duratec289
- Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboostâ¢290
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.3L EcoBoostâ¢291
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Duratec/â3.5L Ecoboostâ¢292
- Engine Oil Check292
- Oil Change Indicator Reset293
- Engine Coolant Check294
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.3L EcoBoostâ¢298
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 3.5L Duratec/â3.5L Ecoboostâ¢298
- Brake Fluid Check300
- Power Steering Fluid Check301
- Washer Fluid Check301
- Changing the 12V Battery301
- Checking the Wiper Blades303
- Changing the Wiper Blades303
- Adjusting the Headlamps304
- Removing a Headlamp306
- Changing a Bulb306
- Bulb Specification Chart309
- Changing the Engine Air Filter311
Vehicle Care312
- General Information312
- Cleaning Products312
- Cleaning the Exterior312
- Waxing314
- Cleaning the Engine314
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades314
- Cleaning the Interior315
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens315
- Cleaning Leather Seats316
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage317
- Cleaning the Wheels317
- Vehicle Storage317
Wheels and Tires320
- General Information320
- Tire Care322
- Using Summer Tires335
- Using Snow Chains335
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System336
- Changing a Road Wheel340
- Technical Specifications344
Capacities and Specifications346
- Engine Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoostâ¢346
- Engine Specifications - 3.5L Duratec346
- Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboostâ¢347
- Motorcraft Parts - 2.3L EcoBoostâ¢348
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec349
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboostâ¢350
- Vehicle Identification Number351
- Vehicle Certification Label352
- Transmission Code Designation352
- Capacities and Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoostâ¢353
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec357
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboostâ¢361
Audio System367
- General Information367
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/âFM/âCD368
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/âFM/âCD370
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/âFM/âCD/âSYNC371
- Digital Radio375
- Satellite Radio378
- USB Port380
SYNCâ¢381
- General Information381
- Using Voice Recognition383
- Using SYNCâ¢ With Your Phone385
- SYNCâ¢ Applications and Services397
- Using SYNCâ¢ With Your Media Player402
- SYNCâ¢ Troubleshooting411
SYNCâ¢ 3419
- General Information419
- Home Screen432
- Using Voice Recognition434
- Entertainment440
- Climate451
- Phone454
- Navigation459
- Apps467
- Settings470
- SYNCâ¢ 3 Troubleshooting484
Accessories498
- Accessories498
Ford Protect500
- Ford Protect500
Scheduled Maintenance502
- General Maintenance Information502
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance505
- Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance508
- Scheduled Maintenance Record510
Appendices521
- Electromagnetic Compatibility521
- End User License Agreement523
- Type Approvals549

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Published: 2020-01-11 00:00:00

Updated: 2023-06-03

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Brand: Ford

Model: 2018 FORD EXPLORER

Category: Cars

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