Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2003 Explorer Sport Trac v.1 User Manual

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SNOW TIRES AND TRACTION DEVICES

Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the original tires.

Your tires have all-weather treads to provide traction in the rain and
snow. In some climate, using snow tires or traction devices may be
necessary. For Motor Company offers tire cables as a Ford approved
accessory and recommends use of these or SAE class “S” cables. See
your dealer for more information.

Follow these guidelines:
• Do not use tire cables or chains with P255/70R16 size tires.
• Cables or chains should only be used on the rear wheels.
• If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steel wheels (of the

same size and specification) be used, as chains may chip aluminum
wheels.

• Install cables or chains securely, verifying that they do not touch any

wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.

• Avoid overloading your vehicle.
• Do not use cables or chains on dry roads.
• Do not exceed 48 km/h (30 mph).
• Drive cautiously.
Remove the cables or chains when they are no longer needed.

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

Component

4.0L SOHC V6 engine

Air filter element

FA-1744

Fuel filter

FG-1036

Battery

BXT-65-650

Oil filter

FL-820S

PCV valve

EV-243

Spark plugs*

AGSF-22PP

* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.

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