Introduction -> About This Manual for Your Ford Explorer SUV Sixth Generation (2012-2020)

Introduction  
ABOUT THIS MANUAL  
Thank you for choosing Ford. We  
recommend that you take some time to  
get to know your vehicle by reading this  
manual. The more that you know about  
your vehicle, the greater the safety and  
pleasure you will get from driving it.  
WARNING: Driving while  
distracted can result in loss of vehicle  
control, crash and injury. We strongly  
recommend that you use extreme  
caution when using any device that may  
take your focus off the road. Your  
primary responsibility is the safe  
operation of your vehicle. We  
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Left-hand side.  
recommend against the use of any  
hand-held device while driving and  
encourage the use of voice-operated  
systems when possible. Make sure you  
are aware of all applicable local laws  
that may affect the use of electronic  
devices while driving.  
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY  
These are some of the symbols you may  
see on your vehicle.  
Air conditioning system  
Air conditioning system lubricant  
Note: This manual describes product  
features and options available throughout  
the range of available models, sometimes  
even before they are generally available. It  
may describe options not fitted to the  
vehicle you have purchased.  
Note: Some of the illustrations in this  
manual may show features as used in  
different models, so may appear different  
to you on your vehicle.  
type  
Anti-lock braking system  
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks  
Battery  
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle  
in line with all applicable laws and  
regulations.  
Battery acid  
Note: Pass on this manual when selling  
your vehicle. It is an integral part of your  
vehicle.  
Brake fluid - non petroleum  
based  
This manual may qualify the location of a  
component as left-hand side or right-hand  
side. The side is determined when facing  
forward in the seat.  
Brake system  
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Brake system  
Cabin air filter  
Check fuel cap  
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Front airbag  
Front fog lamps  
Child safety door lock or unlock  
Child seat lower anchor  
Fuel pump reset  
Fuse compartment  
Hazard flashers  
Child seat tether anchor  
Cruise control  
Heated rear window  
Windshield defrosting system  
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Do not open when hot  
Engine air filter  
Interior luggage compartment  
release  
Engine coolant  
Engine coolant temperature  
Engine oil  
Jack  
Keep out of reach of children  
Lighting control  
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Low tire pressure warning  
Maintain correct fluid level  
Note operating instructions  
Explosive gas  
Fan warning  
Fasten seatbelt  
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Horn control  
Panic alarm  
Shield the eyes  
Stability control  
Hill descent control  
Parking aid  
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Trail control  
Parking brake  
Power steering fluid  
Windshield wiping system  
Windshield wash and wipe  
Power windows front/rear  
Power window lockout  
PERCHLORATE  
Certain components in your vehicle such  
as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners  
and remote control batteries may contain  
perchlorate material. Special handling  
may apply for service or vehicle end of life  
disposal.  
Requires registered technician  
Safety alert  
See Owner's Manual  
See Service Manual  
Service engine soon  
For more information visit:  
Web Address  
ouswaste/perchlorate  
FORD CREDIT  
US Only  
Ford Credit offers a full range of financing  
and lease plans to help you acquire your  
vehicle. If you have financed or leased your  
vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for  
your business.  
Passenger airbag activated  
Passenger airbag deactivated  
Side airbag  
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