Ford Explorer: Driving Hints / Cold Weather Precautions & Driving Through Water

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual / Driving Hints / Cold Weather Precautions & Driving Through Water

Cold Weather Precautions

The functional operation of some components and systems can be affected at temperatures below -13°F (-25°C).

Driving Through Water

WARNING: Do not drive through flowing or deep water as you may lose control of your vehicle.

Note: Driving through standing water can cause vehicle damage.

Note: Engine damage can occur if water enters the air filter.

Before driving through standing water, check the depth. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the front rocker area of your vehicle.

When driving through standing water, drive very slowly and do not stop your vehicle. Your brake performance and traction may be limited. After driving through water and as soon as it is safe to do so:

Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the brakes and to check that they work.
Check that the horn works.
Check that the exterior lights work.
Turn the steering wheel to check that the steering power assist works.

Economical Driving

Fuel economy is affected by several things such as how you drive, the conditions you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle. You may improve your fuel economy by keeping these things in mind..

Floor Mats

WARNING: Use a floor mat designed to fit the footwell of your vehicle that does not obstruct the pedal area. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle,..

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Transmission Cooling

Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). Inspection and Verification NOTICE: When internal wear/damage occurs in the transmission, metal particles, clutch plate material and band material can travel into the torque converter, the trans..

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: 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...