Ford Explorer Sport (2003 year). Manual — part 12

Rewinding the shade

With extended use, the cargo shade may lose its spring tension. If this
occurs, the shade must be manually rewound. This is a two-person
operation.

1. Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smooth
grain facing you.

2. Wrap the vinyl around the roller
tube twice.

3. Tuck the edges of the vinyl inside
the end cap with each wrap.

4. Fold the edges of the vinyl
towards the center, making sure
that the edges clear the end cap
slots. Use tape or a rubber band to
hold the vinyl to the left side of the
tube.

5. Push in the right end cap
(marked RH) about 1/4 of the total
length to disengage the clutch and
hold the end cap in while turning
the roller tube toward you 14 times.

6. Let go of the right end cap. The
clutch will now engage and stop the
shade from losing its spring tension.

7. Unfold the vinyl and place it into
the end cap slots.

8. Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets and check to make
sure that it operates properly.

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OPERATING THE LIFTGATE

Note: The liftgate can only be opened and closed from the outside
of the vehicle.

To open the liftgate window:

1. Unlock the liftgate using either
the key or power door lock control.

2. Push the key lock cylinder in.

3. Pull the window upward.

To close the liftgate window:
Repeat the above procedure in
reverse order.

To open the liftgate:

1. Unlock the liftgate using either
the key or power door lock control.

2. Pull up on the handle located
under the license plate lamp shield.

3. Pull the liftgate upward.

To close the liftgate: Repeat the
above procedure in reverse order.

The liftgate door and window should be closed before driving your
vehicle. If not closed properly, possible damage may occur to the liftgate
door lift cylinders and attaching hardware.

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LUGGAGE RACK

Your vehicle is equipped with a roof rack with out cross bars. The
maximum recommended load is 44kg (100 lbs), evenly distributed. If it is
not possible to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible.
Use the tiedown loops to secure the load.

Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle
differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as

slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when
driving a heavily loaded vehicle.

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and
four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a

lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not
designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more
than low-slung sport cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under
off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt
maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in
an increase risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.

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KEYS

The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement
keys are available from your dealer.

You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case
you require it in an emergency.

Refer to SecuriLock

娂 Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.

POWER DOOR LOCKS

The power door lock controls are
located on the driver and front
passenger door panels.

Pressing the

will unlock all the

doors. Pressing the

will lock all

the doors.

Another power door lock is located
in the cargo area on the driver’s side
of the vehicle.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

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