Ford Explorer: Wipers and Washers / Windshield Washers

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual / Wipers and Washers / Windshield Washers

Pull the lever toward you to operate the windshield washers.

When you release the lever, the wipers operate for a short time. When activated, a courtesy wipe occurs a short time after the wipers stop to clear any remaining washer fluid.

Note: You can switch courtesy wipe on or off in the touchscreen. See Settings.

Note: Do not operate the washers when the washer reservoir is empty. This could cause the washer pump to overheat.

Front Camera Washer (If Equipped)

Operating the windshield washer also turns on the front camera washer.

Autowipers (If Equipped)

Wet or winter driving conditions with ice, snow or salty road mist can cause inconsistent and unexpected wiping or smearing. A - High sensitivity...

Rear Window Wiper and Washers

Rear Window Wiper A - Intermittent wipe. B - Continuous wipe. C - Rear window wiper off. Depending on your vehicle, when you switch on the front wipers and move the gearshift lever to reverse ..

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a reca..

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Hood

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Detach the windshield washer hose coupling. Detach the windshield washer hose pin-type retainers from the hood hinge. On both sides...