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POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT

Position the driver floor mat so that

the eyelet is over the pointed end of

the retention post and rotate

forward 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.

REAR LIFTGATE

The liftgate area is only intended for cargo, not passengers. You can open

and close the liftgate from outside the vehicle. It cannot be opened from

inside the cargo area.

• To open the liftgate window,

press the control on the remote

entry key fob or, with the liftgate

unlocked, push the control button

on the right side under the

license plate lamp shield.

• To open the liftgate, unlock the

liftgate (with the power door

locks, the remote entry or the

keyless entry pad) and pull the

middle lever under the license

plate lamp shield.

To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window, use the power door locks or

press the door lock switch on the left side of the cargo area. To manually

lock or unlock the liftgate, move the button located below the window

down or up.

2003 Explorer (exp)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA English (fus)

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The liftgate door and window should be closed before driving. If not,

possible damage may occur to your vehicle.

Always close liftgate window before opening liftgate. Liftgate

glass and liftgate should never be open at the same time. Failure

to observe this warning may result in personal injury or damage to

your vehicle.

Make sure the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent

exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also

reduce the risk of passengers and cargo falling out.

CARGO COVER (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area cover that covers the

luggage compartment of your vehicle.

To install the cover:

Push both ends of the cover into the

depressions (right side first) in the

trim panels behind the second row

seat.

To reduce the risk of

injuries, the cargo area

cover must be properly installed

on the rear trim panels.

Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover. They may

obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the

case of a sudden stop or collision.

Cargo management system

The cargo management system consists of storage compartments located

in the floor of the rear cargo area.

2003 Explorer (exp)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA English (fus)

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