Ford Explorer Sport (2003 year). Manual — part 9

Changing the wiper blades

1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle
from the wiper arm. Push the lock
pin manually to release the blade
and pull the wiper blade down
toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.

2. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.

3. Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance.

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull and hold the steering wheel
release control toward you.

2. Move the steering wheel up or
down until you find the desired
location.

3. Release the steering wheel
release control. This will lock the
steering wheel in position.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

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CENTER CONSOLE

Your vehicle may be equipped with a
variety of console features. These
include:
• Utility compartment with compact

disc storage

• Auxiliary power point
• Cupholders
• Ashcup
• Removable utility bag

• Writing surface with note pad

• Coin holder

• Armrest

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.

Cell phone use
The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using
such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety
and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to

avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communications Equipment.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary depending
on your option package.

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Storage compartment (if equipped)

Press the OPEN control to open the
door slightly. Pull the door down to
open.

The storage compartment may be
used to secure sunglasses or a
similar object.

Install a garage door opener (if equipped)

The storage compartment can be used to hold a variety of aftermarket
garage door openers. To install your garage door opener:

1. Open the storage compartment
door.

2. Remove the storage clip and stow
it away.

3. Place the Velcro

娂 strip onto the

back of the garage door opener
control.

4. Adhere the back of garage door
opener control to the Velcro

娂 strip

found inside the storage
compartment. Make sure that the
controls for the garage door opener
face outward.

5. Place the height adjusters onto
the back of the storage
compartment door. Add as many
adjusters are needed to activate the
garage door opener.

6. Close the storage compartment
door and press the garage door
opener control to verify that it
works. If not, you may need to add more adjusters.

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AUXILIARY POWER POINT

The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories.

NOTE: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang
any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use
of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
• With a full console:

• Without a full console:

Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use
the power point.

Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element.

The Maximum power each power point can supply depends on the fuse
rating. For example: a 20A fuse should supply a maximum of 240 Watts.
Exceeding these limits will result in a blown fuse.

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.

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