Ford Explorer: Wipers and Washers / Description and Operation - Wipers and Washers - Overview
Overview
The
windshield wiper/washer system is activated by the wiper/washer switch.
The wiper/washer switch is either mounted to the right side of the SCCM
(without police package) or is integrated into the multifunction switch
(with police package). The following functions/ features of the
windshield wiper/washer system are:
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Mist wipe (without police package)
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Windshield wash (includes front camera wash, if equipped)
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Courtesy wipe
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Windshield wipers (low/high speed)
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Intermittent wipers
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Speed dependent wipers
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Wiper activated exterior lamps
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Rain sensitive wipers (if equipped)
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Rear window wipe/wash (includes rear camera wash, if equipped)
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Heated wiper park (if equipped)
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Heated wiper blades (if equipped)
The intermittent/rain sensitive wipers have 6 intermittent/sensitivity settings.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Wiper/Washer switch
2
Rain sensor
3
Washer motor
4
SCCM
5
Windshield wiper motor
6
GWM..
Other information:
Your vehicle has a cabin air filter, which gives you and your passengers the
following benefits:
It improves your driving comfort by reducing particle concentration.
It improves the interior compartment cleanliness.
It protects the climate control components from particle deposits...
Activation
NOTE:
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, an external
power source is required. If the battery discharges while in Stay in
Neutral Mode, the park lock pawl solenoid will release and the
transmission will return to Park. Do not tow the vehicle in this mode...
Categories
Use the key blade to start your vehicle and unlock or lock the driver door from
outside your vehicle. The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed
ignition key that operates all the locks and starts your vehicle, as well as a remote
control.

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