Ford Explorer: Instrument Cluster / Audible Warnings and Indicators

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual / Instrument Cluster / Audible Warnings and Indicators

Key in Ignition Warning Chime

Sounds when you open the driver's door and you have left the key in the ignition.

Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)

Sounds the horn twice when you exit your vehicle with the intelligent access key, after the last door is closed and your keyless vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle is still on.

Headlamps On Warning Chime

Sounds when you remove the key from the ignition and open the driver's door and you have left the headlamps or parking lamps on.

Parking Brake On Warning Chime

Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle. If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking brake, have the system checked by an authorized dealer immediately.

Warning Lamps and Indicators

The following warning lamps and indicators alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work...

Information Displays

Other information:

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens

WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. Note: Follow the same procedure as cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather instrument panels and leather interior trim surfaces...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Rear Heater Core Inlet Line

Removal NOTE: The rear heater core inlet line is installed from the factory as a one-piece assembly. The replacement part is supplied as an assembly, containing the rear heater core outlet line and the rear evaporator inlet and outlet lines. Remove the rear evaporator rear outlet and inlet line...