Ford Explorer: Driving Hints

Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels

Emergency Towing WARNING: If your vehicle has a steering wheel lock make sure the ignition is in the accessory or on position when being towed. If your vehicle becomes inoperable without access to..

Breaking-In & Reduced Engine Performance

Breaking-In You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 mi (480 km). During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics...

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: SelectShift Automatic™ Transmission

Your vehicle is equipped with a SelectShift Automatic transmission, which gives you the ability to change gears up or down (without a clutch) as desired. In order to prevent the engine from running at too low an RPM, which may cause it to stall, SelectShift still automatically makes some downshifts if it has determined that you have not downshifted in time...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Supplemental Climate Control - Component Location

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