Ford Explorer: Maintenance / Opening and Closing the Hood
Opening the Hood

- Open the left-hand front door.
- Fully pull the hood release lever and let it completely retract.
Note: This action releases the hood latch.
- Fully pull the hood release lever for a second time. IPTV Free Trial
Note: This
action fully releases the hood.
- Open the hood.
Note: There is no secondary latch under the hood.

- Support the hood with the strut.
Note: Hold the yellow section of the hood strut.
Closing the Hood
- Remove the strut from the catch and secure it correctly in the clip.
- Lower the hood and allow it to drop under its own weight for the last 10–14
in (25–35 cm).
Note: Make sure that the hood is correctly closed.
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A - Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery.
B - Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check.
C - Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick.
D - Brake fluid reservoir...
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Removal
WARNING:
The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps
required for correct restraint system operation during a crash. Follow
all notes and steps carefully. Failure to follow step instructions may
result in incorrect operation of the restraint system and increases the
risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash...
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric CompoundXG-3-A
ESE-M1C171-A
Removal
NOTICE:
If installing a new A/C compressor due to an internal failure of the old unit, carry out the following procedures to remove contamination from the A/C system...
Categories
4 Inch Display

A - Tachometer.
B - Information display.
C - Speedometer.
D - Fuel gauge.
E - Engine coolant temperature gauge.
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