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 Service Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Diagnostic Strategy

Overview The diagnostic process for each transmission concern will vary depending on the symptoms and condition of the vehicle. The diagnostic process below is an efficient method to collect as much data as possible about the concern before performing a repair or removing the transmission from the vehicle for teardown and further inspection...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Memory Feature

You can save and recall the steering column position with the memory function. See Memory Function. Pressing the adjustment control during a memory recall cancels the operation. Easy Entry and Exit Feature The column moves up when you switch the ignition off...