2022 Ford Explorer Quick Reference Guide

Roadside Assistance

U.S. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE: For complimentary help, call 1-800-241-3673. Services are available from the warranty start date and last for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. Know your vehicle's mileage and specific location for faster assistance.

Services include: Flat Tires, Dead Batteries (jump-start), Lock Outs (key replacement cost is customer's responsibility), Towing (Warranty, Non-warranty, and Collision), Fuel Delivery (limited to two no-charge occurrences within a 12-month period), Winch Out (limited to events occurring within 100 feet of a paved/county-maintained surface).

CANADA ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE: For complimentary help, call 1-800-665-2006. Services are available from the warranty start date and last for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Download the Sykes4Ford Roadside Assistance App for access to your roadside assistance services.

Ford Motor Company reserves the right to modify or discontinue Roadside Assistance at any time. Certain restrictions apply.

Contact Information:

• United States: Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673 (FORD), TDD: 1-800-232-5952, owner.ford.com, @FordService
• Canada: Ford Customer Relationship Centre: 1-800-565-3673 (FORD), TDD: 1-888-658-6805, ford.ca, @FordServiceCA

Warranty Information: Your vehicle comes with a New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Download a FREE electronic copy or order a FREE printed copy of the most up-to-date Warranty Guide by visiting owner.ford.com (United States) or ford.ca/warranty (Canada). For Limo/Livery/Hearse vehicles, visit fleet.ford.com/limo.

Commonly Used Voice Commands

The SYNC 3 system allows interaction using the touchscreen and voice commands.

General

• Cancel
• Help
• Main Menu
• List of Commands

Audio

• Radio
• AM <frequency number>
• FM <frequency number>
• Bluetooth Stereo
• USB

Navigation

• Find an Address
• Find a Place
• Drive Home
• Drive to Work
• Show Previous Destinations
• Cancel Route
• Show Route
• Repeat Instruction
• Show Map

Phone

• Pair Phone
• Call <contact name>
• Call <contact name> at <location>
• Dial <number>

SiriusXM® Traffic and Travel Link

• Show Traffic
• Show Weather Map
• Show Fuel Prices
• Show 5-Day Forecast

Apps

• Mobile Applications
• List Applications
• Find Applications
• <Application Name> Help

Note: Some services may not be available in your area. Refer to your Owner's Manual, visit the website or call the toll-free number for more information.

Instrument Panel

1. Lighting Control: Use the dial to make a selection. Indicator illuminates next to the active selection. Options include: Lamps off, Parking lamps, Autolamps, LED Headlamps on.

2. Adaptive Cruise Control*: Adjusts speed to maintain a set distance from the vehicle ahead. Select from four gap settings. Set cruise speed using SET+ or SET-. Press [cancel] to cancel cruise control. Press RES to return to set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop and may resume in stop-and-go traffic. Adaptive cruise control with lane centering helps keep the vehicle in the center of the lane by applying continuous steering torque. Intelligent adaptive cruise control allows setting vehicle speed to the detected speed limit.

3. Service Engine Soon Light: Illuminates briefly when ignition is switched on. If it remains on or blinks after starting, the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) system has detected a problem. Drive moderately and contact your authorized dealer.

4. Steering Wheel Controls: Used for volume control, media selection, silencing media, accessing voice recognition, returning to previous screens, phone functions (answering/ending calls), and accessing submenus. Also controls audio, settings, navigation, and information display options.

5. Autowipers*: Turns wipers on when water is present on the windshield. Use the rotary control to adjust sensitivity. Defaults to on; switch off in the information display. Ensure feature is switched off before entering a car wash.

6. Keyless Starting*: Start the vehicle by pressing the START/STOP button while fully pressing the brake pedal. Press again without brake to switch the engine off. Engine shuts down automatically after extended idling. A valid key must be inside the vehicle.

7. Climate Controlled Front Seats*: Press repeatedly for heated or ventilated front seats.

8. 360 Degree Camera*: The [camera] button toggles through different camera views (Normal View with 360, Normal View, Split View). Front and rear cameras display specific views based on vehicle gear selection.

9. Hazard Warning Flasher: Activates hazard warning lights.

SYNC 3

SYNC 3 allows interaction with features using the touchscreen and voice commands for audio, phone, mobile apps, and settings.

Using the Touchscreen:

Navigate SYNC 3 features via the touchscreen. The status bar displays the home button, clock, climate temperatures, and status icons. The feature bar allows selection of system features like audio and settings. Some features are speed-dependent and limited to speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h).

Updating Your System:

System updates are available via the local Ford website using a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Automatic updates can be enabled.

Using Voice Recognition:

Press the voice button on the steering wheel to activate SYNC 3 voice commands. Press the voice button during a prompt to interrupt and issue a command. Adjust prompt volume with the volume control. To use Siri on an iOS device, press and hold the voice control button.

Pairing Your Phone for the First Time:

1. Switch on Bluetooth on your device.
2. Select 'Phone' on the feature bar, then 'Add Phone'.
3. Search for the system on your phone.
4. Select your vehicle on your phone.
5. Confirm the numbers match on your phone and the touchscreen.
6. Pairing success is indicated on the touchscreen.
7. Download the phonebook when prompted.

Using Your Connected Phone: Make calls, select contacts, view recent calls, or dial numbers. Adjust phone settings, change devices, or mute your phone. 'Do Not Disturb' mode rejects incoming calls.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto: Connect your device via USB and follow touchscreen instructions. Certain SYNC 3 features may not be available. Enable Android Auto in settings if needed. Switch off via settings menu.

Audio: Select from AM/FM radio, USB, Bluetooth Stereo, and Apps.

Presets: Tune to a station and press and hold a preset button to save.

Navigation: Set destinations via text entry or map screen. Search by address, intersection, or city. Select a location on the map and choose 'Start' for route guidance. Adjust map to 2D or 3D. Zoom using pinch gesture. During guidance, view turn indicators, points of interest, current road, and mute options.

Connected Vehicle: Connects to a mobile network for features like tire pressure monitoring, fuel level, and vehicle location via the FordPass App. The modem sends messages for updates and vehicle-related information, including diagnostic data.

Settings: Access and adjust system features. Press 'i' for feature explanations.

Features

Stability Control and Traction Control with Roll Stability Control: Automatically turns on to help maintain control on slippery surfaces. Electronic stability control helps avoid skids, curve control enhances cornering, and roll stability control helps avoid rollovers. Traction control helps avoid drive wheel spin.

Power Adjustable Steering Column*: Use the control on the steering column to adjust position.

Ambient Lighting*: Access and adjust via Settings > Ambient Lighting on the touchscreen. Select color and adjust intensity. Switch off by pressing the active color or dragging intensity to zero.

Adjusting the Third-Row Power Seats*: Power, one-touch operation to fold and stow seats.

Memory Function*: One-touch recall of personalized features (driver seat, power mirrors, power steering column). Program positions using memory controls on the driver door. Can also program memory seat to transmitter for automatic adjustment upon unlocking.

Folding the Third-Row Manual Seat*: Remove objects, fold head restraint using release strap, then fold seat backrest from rear by pulling strap and pushing backrest forward.

Unfolding the Third-Row Manual Seat*: Pull long strap until backrest locks, then pull head restraints up.

Second-Row Heated Seats*: Press on the rear of the center console repeatedly to cycle through heat settings.

Intelligent Access* (Remote Entry Icons):

• Lock Doors: Press once to lock all doors. Press again within three seconds to confirm.
• Unlock Doors: Press once to unlock driver door. Press again within three seconds to unlock all doors.
• Panic Alarm: Press to activate. Press again or switch ignition on to deactivate.
• Liftgate: Press twice within three seconds to open.
• Car Finder: Press twice within three seconds to locate vehicle (horn sounds, indicators flash).

Intelligent Access*: Unlock and lock the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket/bag (within 3 feet/1 meter). Touch unlock sensor on back of door handle and pull handle. Touch lock sensor on door for approx. one second to lock.

Remote Start*: Press and then press [remote start] twice within three seconds. Press push button ignition switch while applying brake pedal to drive. Turn off remotely by pressing [remote start] once.

Remote Control Front Windows*: Unlock vehicle, then press and hold unlock button to open front windows. Press lock or unlock button to stop movement.

110-Volt AC Power Point*: For electric devices up to 150 watts. Indicator light shows status (On, Off, Flashing for fault).

Convenience:

• Power Liftgate: Automatic open/close. Open remotely by pressing [liftgate] twice within three seconds, or via instrument panel button. Close using control button on liftgate.
• Hands-Free Liftgate Operation*: Move foot under and back from rear bumper (kicking motion) within 3 feet (1 meter) of intelligent access key. Do not move foot sideways. For towing package, kick between hitch and exhaust.
• Moonroof*: Controls on overhead console. One-touch open/close. Press control a second time to stop movement. Press and release to open/vent/close moonroof and sunshade.

Function

Driver Alert: Monitors driving behavior. Alerts with tone and message if alertness is low. Two stages of warning. Switch on/off via touchscreen.

Lane Keeping System*: Notifies or assists to stay in lane when unintentional drift is detected. Options: Alert Mode (vibrates steering wheel), Aid Mode (steering assistance), or Aid+Alert Mode. Switch on/off by pressing button on direction indicator.

Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Trailer Tow and Cross Traffic Alert*: Aids in detecting vehicles in detection area (both sides, rearward from mirrors to trailer end). Cross traffic alert warns of approaching vehicles from sides when in reverse. Active when trailer is attached and set up, driving forward above 6 mph (10 km/h).

Pre-Collision Assist*: Provides three levels of functionality for imminent collisions: Alert (visual/audible warnings), Brake Support (prepares brakes for rapid braking), and Active Braking (may activate if collision is imminent to reduce impact).

Front, Rear and Side Parking Aids*: Warn of obstacles. Tone frequency increases with proximity. Side sensing uses front/rear side sensors. Keep sensors clear of snow, ice, and dirt.

Reverse Braking Assist*: Uses rear bumper radar sensors to help avoid collisions. Active in reverse (R) between 1-7 mph (1.5-12 km/h). Warns of obstacles and may apply full braking automatically. Switch on/off via touchscreen.

Rear View Camera: Provides video image behind vehicle with guidelines. Obstacle Distance Indicator shows vehicle and sensor zones (red, yellow, green).

Active Park Assist with Perpendicular and Parallel Parking and Parallel Park Out Assist*: Detects parking spaces and automatically steers, accelerates, brakes, and shifts gear. Use [P] button and touchscreen icons for parking modes. Drive vehicle approx. 3 feet (1 meter) away from other vehicles to search. Park Out Assist helps exit parallel spaces.

Auto Hold: Assists while stopping by holding brakes. Press [Auto Hold] button to activate. AUTO HOLD displays in cluster. Automatically releases brakes when accelerator is pressed. May apply electric parking brake. Turns off when vehicle is powered down or manually switched off.

Electric Parking Brake: Replaces conventional hand brake. Pull switch up to apply. Brake system warning lamp flashes then illuminates. Switch ignition on, press brake pedal, and press switch down to release. Automatically releases when driver door is closed, accelerator is pressed, and no faults are detected.

Drive Mode Control: Optimizes steering, handling, and powertrain response. Select modes (Normal, Sport, Eco, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Deep Snow/Sand*, Trail) using the drive mode switch on the center console.

Post Crash Alert System: Flashes direction indicators and sounds horn in case of serious impact deploying an airbag. Horn and lamps turn off when hazard control button is pressed, panic button is pressed, or vehicle runs out of power.

Adaptive Headlamps*: Headlamps adapt to curves for better night visibility. Set lighting control to autolamps. Switch on/off in touchscreen.

Front Fog Lamps*: Press button on lighting control. Use only during reduced visibility.

Function (Continued)

Wireless Accessory Charger*: Supports wireless charging-compatible devices. Place device on charging surface, charging side down. Charging stops when device is full.

Hill Descent Control*: Allows setting and maintaining vehicle speed on steep grades. Press button on center console to switch on. Use pedals to adjust speed, or remove feet from pedals to maintain speed.

Daytime Running Lamps: Turn on automatically when ignition is switched on, transmission is not in park (P), and headlamps are not on.

SecuriCode™ Keyless Entry System*: Keypad near driver window. Allows locking/unlocking doors without a key using factory-set or personal code. Enter code within five seconds. Press and hold 7-8 and 9-0 simultaneously to lock all doors.

MyKey™: Program driving restrictions (speed, volume) to promote good driving habits.

USB Port: Connect media devices, memory sticks, and charge supported devices.

Rear Under Floor Storage*: Located in the floor of the cargo area. Lift handle to open.

Rear Passenger Climate Controls: Control panel for rear passengers to adjust temperature, fan speed, and air distribution. Front control can restrict rear settings.

Automatic Transmission*: Use available paddle shifters or gear shift to change gears without a clutch. Pull (+) paddle or push + button on gearshift to activate. Pull right paddle (+) to upshift, left paddle (-) to downshift.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System: View tire pressure readings in information display. Low tire pressure warning light illuminates if tires are under-inflated. Stop and check tires as soon as possible.

Hybrid Electric Vehicle Features*

Silent Key Start: Vehicle may not make engine noise when starting. Look for the 'Ready' indicator light.

Unique Driving Characteristics: Hybrid combines electric and gasoline propulsion. Gas engine starts/stops automatically. Engine may shut down when coasting, stopping, or standing. Engine may start/remain running due to low battery charge, temperature, towing, drive modes, paddle shifters, acceleration, hill ascent, or cabin temperature needs. Braking includes hydraulic and regenerative braking. Regenerative braking captures energy and stores it in the high-voltage battery.

Pedestrian Alert System: Creates a subtle sound to alert pedestrians at low speeds. System is on when vehicle is running and not in park (P).

Power Flow: Hybrid-specific screens display power settings, showing where power is coming from and where it is used.

Transmission Operation: Engine and electric motor propel the vehicle through the automatic transmission for fuel efficiency and performance.

Refueling a Hybrid Vehicle: Press button on left side of instrument panel to open fuel door. Refuel within 20 minutes, or press button again. Fuel pump nozzle may shut off automatically.

Hybrid Battery: Contains high-voltage components and wiring labeled with orange markings. Do not come in contact with these components. Battery cooling system uses air conditioning. Engine may continue to run during extended downhill driving for engine braking without using fuel. A slight whine or whistle may be heard from the electric motor.

Energy Saving Tips

• Use smooth acceleration and braking.
• Carry only essential items.
• Seasonal fuel blends can impact efficiency.
• Minimize idling time.
• Avoid extreme temperatures for battery efficiency.
• Use accessories wisely; they draw electrical energy.
• Check tire inflation for optimal fuel economy.

Essential Features

Refueling: Place vehicle in park (P), switch ignition off. For HEVs, press button to open fuel filler door. Insert nozzle to the first notch and leave until done pumping. Keep nozzle level. Slowly raise and remove nozzle, then close fuel door. Use included fuel filler funnel for refueling from a container.

Fuel Tank Capacity and Fuel Info: Fuel tank size varies by engine. Flex fuel vehicles can use regular unleaded, E85 ethanol, or a mixture. For non-flex fuel vehicles, use regular unleaded gasoline with an 87 octane rating. Premium fuel recommended for severe duty usage.

Rear Window Buffeting: Lower the opposite window if a pulsing noise occurs when one window is open.

Trailer Tow: Refer to Owner's Manual for weight, details, limitations, safety information, and proper equipment.

Towing Your Vehicle: Towing behind an RV or other vehicle is limited. Refer to Owner's Manual for details.

Location of Spare Tire and Tools: Spare tire and tools are under the load floor. Dissimilar spare tire is for emergency use only.

Roadside Assistance Program: Ford provides complimentary Roadside Assistance for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Honored in 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada. Towing services available to qualified Ford or Lincoln dealers within distance limits. Pay a fee for service outside warranty coverage.

Website for Additional Information: US: https://owner.ford.com/service/roadside-assistance.html, Canada: https://www.ford.ca/owners/packages/roadside-assistance

Sykes4 Ford Roadside App (Canada only): Available via Apple App Store® or Google Play™.