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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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.
