Where to find the Explorer owner's manual in pdf?

[SteveW25561]

Does anyone know where or if there's an available download of the 2011 Explorer's Owner's manual?

I have a Limited on order and I like the geeky practice of reading the manual cover to cover before delivery. Since there are almost no visible 2011 Explorers here in Vancouver, Canada, I'm left with trolling forums, wearing out the brochure, and playing with the iPad app (only available from the US iTunes store, BTW).

 

[Bill #5 Explorer]

My dealer downloaded one from a web site (and burnt it onto a disc), since mine was missing upon delivery of my new Limited. He wanted to make sure I have something while we wait for a new one to be ordered through the parts department.

I like your style, regarding reading the manual prior to taking ownership. It's a LONG read, beware!

 

[IZwack]

Ford Fleet: Dead Link Removed

 

[Gandalf]

Go here. Fill out the info for the Explorer and enjoy your reading. Note there are several pdf's to download.

 

[RossRagan]

2011 Owners Manual

Found it for free at: http://www.motorcraftservice.com/pubs/content/~WOBEXP/~MUS~LEN/41/11expog3e.pdf

 

[JohnBoyToo]

gandalf pointed you to the ford owners site where if you fill in your vin, there is more to be had than just the owners manual...

list of all service done by any dealer, etc.... worth the effort to look at it ...

 

[peterk9]

Found it for free at: http://www.motorcraftservice.com/pubs/content/~WOBEXP/~MUS~LEN/41/11expog3e.pdf

I've downloaded the 2011 and 2013 Owner's Guides to my computer for easier reference from;
http://owner.ford.com/servlet/Conte...rGuidePage&year=2013&make=Ford&model=Explorer

You can specify the year and chose the lastest print version as well as other guides (roadside assistance, warranty).

Peter

 

[RossRagan]

A bit disappointed in the ford.owner site. It only has generic information; it does not include any details on the Extended Service Warranty that I purchased with the vehicle, only the basic Ford factory warranty. I would have thought that since I provided my VIN, all info specific to my vehicle would have been available. I was hoping to see the service history on the vehicle from the original owner so that I would know if it had been properly maintained.

 

[JohnBoyToo]

if it's not listed, then it was probably not done at a ford shop or the dealer didn't enter it as such....

If you want disappointed, try getting an Audi, there is NOTHING online and you have to pay for manuals, etc...

so far am happy with ford's posting the manuals, now when I need to find something I can just search the soft copy

 

[peterk9]

A bit disappointed in the ford.owner site. It only has generic information; it does not include any details on the Extended Service Warranty that I purchased with the vehicle, only the basic Ford factory warranty. I would have thought that since I provided my VIN, all info specific to my vehicle would have been available. I was hoping to see the service history on the vehicle from the original owner so that I would know if it had been properly maintained.

If you bought the Explorer from the original dealer I'm sure they would have a record of any maintenance done on it. If you bought it elsewhere, I would think that any Ford dealership would be able to get the info you are after by running the VIN, assuming they are all hooked into the same network.

Peter

 

[FordService]

A bit disappointed in the ford.owner site. It only has generic information; it does not include any details on the Extended Service Warranty that I purchased with the vehicle, only the basic Ford factory warranty. I would have thought that since I provided my VIN, all info specific to my vehicle would have been available. I was hoping to see the service history on the vehicle from the original owner so that I would know if it had been properly maintained.

Hi RossRagan,

I can verify your ESP if you send me your VIN in a PM. You can get your vehicle's service history records from the dealership that performed the service.

Crystal

 

[La Bestia]

owner Manuals and Warranties

Here you can find not only for Explorer and also there are warranty sheets available for free

http://www.motorcraftservice.com/vd...bs_serv_all_new&TYPE=OWNERGUIDE&menuIndex1=13

Does anyone know where or if there's an available download of the 2011 Explorer's Owner's manual?

I have a Limited on order and I like the geeky practice of reading the manual cover to cover before delivery. Since there are almost no visible 2011 Explorers here in Vancouver, Canada, I'm left with trolling forums, wearing out the brochure, and playing with the iPad app (only available from the US iTunes store, BTW).

 

[peterk9]

Here you can find not only for Explorer and also there are warranty sheets available for free

http://www.motorcraftservice.com/vd...bs_serv_all_new&TYPE=OWNERGUIDE&menuIndex1=13

Link does not work. I think you need an access or login info to the site.

Here is what comes up;
An Error has been detected.

•You do not have permissions to this site/page or
•Your access permission may have timed out.


Peter

 

[La Bestia]

yeah, I just tried and get the same error than you. No idea why.

anyway two more links for the same site:

http://www.motorcraftservice.com/vd...bs_serv_all_new&TYPE=OWNERGUIDE&menuIndex1=13

and this other to the main menu, just look at the left for the link to "owner guides"..

http://www.motorcraftservice.com/vd...tsid=&gnav=nav:pro-center:motorcraft-tech-res

let me know if that works, if not I will type step by step how to get there

Link does not work. I think you need an access or login info to the site.

Here is what comes up;
An Error has been detected.

•You do not have permissions to this site/page or
•Your access permission may have timed out.


Peter

 

[peterk9]

yeah, I just tried and get the same error than you. No idea why.

anyway two more links for the same site:

http://www.motorcraftservice.com/vd...bs_serv_all_new&TYPE=OWNERGUIDE&menuIndex1=13

and this other to the main menu, just look at the left for the link to "owner guides"..

http://www.motorcraftservice.com/vd...tsid=&gnav=nav:pro-center:motorcraft-tech-res

let me know if that works, if not I will type step by step how to get there

The first link produces the same error.
The second link works for the manuals but it is the same Owner's Guide as I provided the link for in my post #7 above.

Peter

 

[La Bestia]

You are right, sorry my bad for duplicating your post. I didnt see it.

The first link produces the same error.
The second link works for the manuals but it is the same Owner's Guide as I provided the link for in my post #7 above.

Peter