Ford Explorer: Automatic Transmission / Tow Mode (If Equipped)
To activate tow mode, use the drive
mode switch on the center console. See Selecting a Drive Mode.
The indicator light illuminates and a message displays in the instrument cluster when the system becomes active. Select a different mode to turn the system off.
The Tow Mode Feature:
- Moves upshifts to higher engine speeds to reduce the frequency of transmission shifting.
- Provides engine braking in all forward gears, which slows your vehicle and assist you in controlling your vehicle when descending a grade.
- Depending on driving conditions and load conditions, it may downshift the transmission, slow your vehicle and control your vehicle speed when descending a hill, without pressing the accelerator pedal. The amount of downshift braking provided varies based upon the amount the brake pedal is pressed.
The tow mode feature improves transmission operation when towing a trailer or a heavy load. All transmission gear ranges are available when using tow mode.
Stay in Neutral Mode
Note: Stay in neutral mode is a temporary vehicle state that works with
the engine being in the running or OFF state. Once in this mode, sufficient battery
voltage must be maintained or your vehic..
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...
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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Front Seat Cushion Blower Motor
Removal Raise the front seat to its highest point of travel. Remove the front seat cushion blower motor. Disconnect the electrical connector. Rotate the blower motor 45 degrees clockwise. Installation To install, reverse the removal procedure...
Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - High Voltage Battery Coolant Cover - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Locking Pliers Removal WARNING: To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately 450 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and modules...
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Driver and Passenger Airbags
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.
