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Starting – FORD 2000 Explorer User Manual

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2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.

If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:
• Make sure the parking brake is

set.

• Make sure the gearshift is in P

(Park).

If starting a vehicle with a manual
transmission:
• Make sure the parking brake is

set.

• Push the clutch pedal to the

floor.

3. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).

If there is difficulty in turning the
key, firmly rotate the steering wheel
left and right until the key turns
freely. This condition may occur
when:
• front wheels are turned
• front wheel is against the curb

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