Ford Explorer: Maintenance / Changing a Bulb
WARNING: Switch the lamps and the ignition off. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Bulbs can become hot. Let the bulb cool down before removing it.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
Use the correct specification bulb. See Bulb Specification Chart. Install in
the reverse order unless otherwise stated.
Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp
- Switch all of the lamps and the ignition off.
- Use a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, to carefully remove the
access cover.
- Remove the side cover.
- Remove the screw that secures the lamp assembly.
- Gently pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle.
- Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
- Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
A - Rear direction indicator.
B - Reverse lamp.
LED Lamps
LED lamps are not serviceable items. See an authorized dealer if they fail.
The following lamps are LED:
- Headlamp low beam.
- Headlamp high beam.
- Front direction indicator.
- Side direction indicator.
- Daytime running lamps.
- Front fog lamps (if equipped).
- Brake and rear lamp.
- Rear side marker lamp.
- Rear fog lamps (if equipped).
- Front side marker lamps.
- Front signature lamps.
- Central high mounted brake lamp.
License Plate Lamp
- Use a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, to carefully remove the
lamp.
- Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
- Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
Vertical Aim Adjustment
If your vehicle has been involved in a crash, have the aim of the headlamp beam
checked by an authorized dealer.
A - 8 ft (2...
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and personal burn injuries,
do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while
the engine is running...
Other information:
The headlamp beams move in the same direction as the steering wheel. This provides
more visibility when driving around curves.
A. Without adaptive headlamps.
B. With adaptive headlamps.
The system only works with the lighting control in the autolamp position...
Autolock locks all the doors when
All doors close.
The ignition is on.
You shift into any gear putting your vehicle in motion.
Your vehicle reaches a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h)
Autolock repeats when
You open then close any door while the ignition is on and your vehicle speed
is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower...
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WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never
place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use
a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the
child restraint is installed all the way back.
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