Ford Explorer: Parking Aid - Vehicles With: Rear Parking Aid / General Procedures - Elevation System Check
Check
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Turn the ignition ON, engine OFF.
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Set the parking brake.
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Place the gearshift in REVERSE (R) for rear parking aid sensors.
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Place the gearshift in DRIVE (D) for front parking aid sensors.
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Using a diagnostic scan tool, monitor the parking aid
sensor distance Parameter Identifications (PIDs) to verify no objects
are detected.
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If the audible warning is heard or if the Parameter
Identifications (PIDs) indicate an object is detected, check to make
sure the bumper is correctly installed and is not tilted downward so the
sensor is pointing at the ground. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing.
Check
NOTE:
The object used in this system check can be
fabricated using a 9 cm diameter (3 in I.D.) pipe, 100 cm (39 in) in
length (available as Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipe, or similar..
Removal
Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Remove the front parking aid sensor...
Other information:
Overview
The
AGS (Active Grille Shutter) system is primarily used to improve fuel
economy by reducing aerodynamic drag while the vehicle in moving. It is
also used to shorten engine warm-up time, which increases engine
efficiency and provides faster heat delivery to the vehicle cabin...
Note: Entering your vehicle while the liftgate is closing can cause your
vehicle to bounce and activate obstacle detection. To prevent this, let the power
liftgate close completely before you enter your vehicle. Before driving off, check
the instrument cluster for a liftgate or door ajar message or warning indicator...
Categories
WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering
wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction.
Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles
during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.
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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