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Fuel cut-off switch, Jump-starting the vehicle, Preparing your vehicle – FORD 2013 Explorer v.2 User Manual

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FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH

WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks
after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury.

Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by
an authorized dealer after any collision.

In the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equipped
with a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to the
engine. Not every impact will cause a shut-off.

Should your vehicle shut off after a collision, you may restart your
vehicle by doing the following:

1. Turn the ignition off.

2. Turn the ignition on.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to re-enable fuel pump.

Note: If your vehicle has the push button start system, press the
stop/start button twice to reactivate the fuel system.

JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE

WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if exposed
to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in

injury or vehicle damage.

WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,
eyes and clothing, if contacted.

Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability. Attempting to push-start a
vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage.

When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the automatic
transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may
have firm soft shifts, firm shifts or both. This operation is considered normal
and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the
adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation.

Preparing Your Vehicle

Note: Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle.

Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system

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