Ford Explorer Quiz
Windows and Mirrors

Power Windows

In this manual: Windows and Mirrors
Introduction — 10At a Glance — 3Child Safety — 11Seat Belts — 10Personal Safety System™ — 1Supplemental Restraint System — 10Pedestrian Protection — 1911 Assist — 3Keys and Remote Controls — 10MyKey™ — 8Doors & Locks — 9Liftgate — 7Safety — 3Steering Wheel — 11Wipers and Washers — 5Lighting — 13Automatic High Beam Control — 3Windows and Mirrors — 6Instrument Cluster — 4Information Displays — 4Climate Control — 6Cabin Air Quality — 2Seats — 9Garage Door Opener — 2Auxiliary Power Points — 3Storage Compartments — 2Starting and Stopping the Engine — 5Unique Driving Characteristics — 4Fuel and Refueling — 8Engine Emission Control — 3High-Voltage Battery — 1Infection Transmission — 8All-Wheel Drive Vehicle — 1Brakes — 5Reverse Brake Assist — 4Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 3Hill Descent Control — 3Park Aid — 8Cruise Control — 4Adaptive Cruise Control — 19Driver Assistance — 12Drive Mode Control — 4Loading — 6Tow/Haul — 6Driving Tips — 5Roadside Emergencies — 8Customer Assistance — 9Fuses — 3Maintenance — 21Vehicle Care — 12Wheels and Tires — 8Capacities and Specifications — 16Connectivity — 3Wi-Fi Hotspot — 3Audio System — 6SYNC™ 3 — 14Accessories — 1Ford Protect — 1Scheduled Maintenance — 5Appendices — 4
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Press the switch to open the window.

Pull up on the switch to close the window.

One-Touch Down

Fully press the switch and release it. Press again or pull up on it to stop the window.

One-Touch Up

Fully pull up on the switch and release it. Press or pull up on it again to stop the window.

Resetting the One-Touch Feature

Start the engine.

  1. Pull up and hold the window switch until the window is fully closed. Continue to hold the switch for several seconds after the window closes.
  2. Release the window switch.
  3. Press and hold the window switch until the door window is fully open.
  4. Release the window switch.
  5. Pull up and hold the power window switch until the window is fully closed.
  6. Check that the window operates correctly using the one-touch down and one-touch up features.

Auto-Reverse

The window automatically reverses when closing if it detects an obstruction. It reverses a short distance if an obstacle is in the path.

Overriding the Auto-Reverse Feature

The window stops if you release the switch before the window fully closes. Pull up the window switch and hold it for several seconds after the window reaches the auto-reverse position. The window closes without auto-reverse protection.

Window Lockout

Press the control to lock or unlock the rear window controls. The indicator illuminates when you lock the rear window controls.

Accessory Delay

You can use the power window switches for several minutes after the ignition is turned off, or until you open either of the front doors.

Global Opening

You can use the remote control to open the windows with the ignition off.

Front Windows Remote Operation

You can open the windows for a short time after you unlock the vehicle with the remote control. After you unlock the vehicle, press and hold the remote control unlock button to open the windows. Release the button when the windows stop moving. Press the lock or unlock button to stop the movement.

Test yourself

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