Ford Explorer: Scheduled Maintenance / Scheduled Maintenance Record
After the scheduled maintenance services are performed, record the Repair Order
#, Distance and Engine Hours in the boxes provided.

If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the following conditions,
you need to perform extra maintenance as indicated. If you operate your vehicle
occasionally under any of these conditions..
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH is similar.
Remove the screws and the trim cover.
Torque:
20 lb.in (2.3 Nm)
Remove the liftgate trim panel...
Check
NOTE:
Prior to checking driveline angularity, inspect the U-joints for correct operation.
NOTE:
An incorrect driveline angle can cause a vibration or shudder.
NOTE:
Driveline angularity is the angular relationship between the
engine crankshaft, the driveshaft and the rear axle pinion...
Categories
Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the intelligent
access key is inside your vehicle.

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