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    What adapter to use with Forscan?

    I keep seeing post about using Forscan. What adaper is recomended? Please include approximate price and were to buy.
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    Not completely new but new

    Hey all I'm not completely new to the forum but have been away for several months and how things have changed here. I am having problems with the new set up. When I post a new post it does not show up under new post. I am able to find it in the recent post listing but I am having some vehicle...
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    Need help no fuel not start

    I need help. I have a 2004 explorer with the 4.0 shoc engine. Yesterday the vehicle was cranking and running just fine. Filled up the fuel tank last night to go out of town this morning. Vehicle will not crank, turns over but will not start. I can hear the fuel pump running with key on...
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    Need help with radiator problem and near overheating

    2004 Explorer with a 4.0 sohc 4x4 with stock suspension. Engine is completely rebuilt and has 4000 miles on it. Problem started a few weeks ago. Temp gauge reads just under half most of the time, but when under strain the gauge runs up to around 3/4 or a little higher. Turning heat on will...
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    Rock Auto 5% off

    Thought I would post this discount as a thank you to all who have helped me. Discount on RockAuto Parts! Thank you for being a RockAuto customer! To show our appreciation, we have a special discount for you. Your discount code is: 4045232736751295 How to Use Your...
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    Oil starved and metal shavings

    Ok so this explorer has been Satin spawn for me. Transmission, timing and many others. Well now I have had a failure of sorts with the oil filter O ring gasket and lost all of my oil while driving. Working on getting everything to pull the engine. 4.0 sohc. Meanwhile I have found metal...
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    4r55e engages but will not move

    I have a 1996 Explorer 4x4 that has the 4r55e. About 2 mile into my drive I had a sudden loss of all gears. Rev the engine while sitting still and the vehicle moves and inch or two forwards or backward depending on drive or reverse. 4x4 engaged same results. You can feel the transmission...
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    Need some help again please

    2004 explorer SOHC 4.0L vin K Just did a lot of work to get the timing adjusted. Engine was running fine. BUT I had to change the oil and I did not notice that the old rubber oil filter ring gasket had got stuck to the mount. Well today, a month later in the cold it did not like having two...
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    Running horrible need help

    I have posted about the explorer already but may have led people in the wrong direction. I know that I am going to have to replace / rebuild the engine at some point soon but I can't figure this out. Please help. 2004 Explorer 4 door. 4.0 SOHC Has / had a head gasket coolant leak into...
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    rough idle can i check timing

    I have a 2004 Explorer 4.0 sohc with rough idle. I have reason to believe the timing might be off. How can i check for correct timing without removing the valve covers? Timing light, compression test, anything? Thanks
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    Please help. Engine problem. Help needed asap.

    I have a 2004 4.0 SOHC. I have a head gasket issue I believe. While trying to do a leak down test I must not of had the cylinder being tested completely at TDC. When air pressure was applied the engine turned backwards. Not a lot but the belt moved several inches. Now the engine is running...
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    Need some information on Flex fuel engine

    Ok I bought a 2004 explorer that is vin K, Flex Fuel, 4.0 SOHC. However, I began working on it after the purchase and have found that the engine is not the original one. How can I tell if this engine is still a Flex Fuel engine and if its not, does that make a difference in any of the...
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    Transmission problem need help ASAP

    I have a 2004 Explorer with 5r55w tranny. Did some work so it was completely drained of fluid. Trans removed from vehicle, new pump, new converter, cooler flushed. Refilled with new#fluid 12 - 13 quarts. Some was spilled, some left behind in pump for filling. Now have a whine / growl at shift...
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    Noise at shift change 5r55w

    Please Help with 5r55s transmission So as you can see above I went from a flashing OD light, to finding a damaged spot on the separator gasket. Replaced separator gasket and fluid, to broke pump. Now I have installed re-manufactured. Pump, another new filter, new fluid and an inline filter...
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    Drive shaft help please ASAP

    So my dumb ass took the rear drive shaft down for a repair. I drew and arrow on it to remember how to put it back in but its been a while and I don't know if my arrow points to the front or the rear. What direction does this thing go in? It has a smooth shaft a rubber extension and then an area...
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    5r55w SELECTIVE THRUST WASHER (FRONT CLEARANCE)

    SELECTIVE THRUST WASHER (FRONT CLEARANCE) 5r55w I was in the need to replace my pump assembly so I ordered a reman one. It arrived today and I found some information about the thrust washer for clearance. Problem is i have no way of measuring this clearance. The old one looks good and...
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    What torque converter to buy

    I have a 2004 Explorer 4x4 four door with a 5r55w rebuilt from a 2002 Explorer 4x4. What torque converter do i need to get for a replacement? What is just normal stock? Low or medium stall? Not looking to boost power or anything, just a good smooth family vehicle. Need to order ASAP. Any...
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    Need a complete pump assembly for 5r55w

    I am in need of a pump assembly for a 2002 and up 5r55w. Looking for one in the Atlanta Ga and north area. I can order one and have shipped but it is going to be a while. Anyone have a good pump or know where to buy a good or reman pump for pickup or quick delivery. Also need new gasket...
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    Please Help with 5r55s transmission

    Hello, I have a 2004 Explorer V6 that had OD light flashing. Seemed to shift out fine with exception of an occasional whine around 2nd or 3rd. Had trouble code p0741 torque converter. Tranny fluid was brownish and began to smell. Pulled pan to change fluid so while I was in it I pulled solenoid...
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    Please Help, bearing, road type noise and 4wd issues

    I have a 1996 explorer that has a bad roar, bearing type noise from the front (I think). Sounds like center to center passenger front. Noise is at all driving speeds and louder while decelerating. I have changed **Both front bearing hubs (Twice) **Suctioned out front differential fluid...
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    What year engine can I use?

    Hello all, I tried to search the forums first but was not able to find what I needed. I have a 1998 explorer 4X4 with the 4.0 SOHC engine. I need to replace the engine and am having trouble finding a used engine. To start with what year models can I use, I have been told only 97 and 98. I have...
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    Fuel presure too low??? What do you think. Help

    1996 Explorer with 4.0 ohv. Have had hot start issues and now occasional cold start. Fuel pressure is 29 at rail with key cycle engine off, 29 engine running, 38-40 with vacuum line to FPR removed. Engine is a little rough all the time but I have no power loss with acceleration. Starting...
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    radiator / thermostat problem

    I had a bad temp sending unit, so I swapped out both unit, flushed the coolant system and changed the thermostat. Now I have a leaky radiator and I am getting a thumping sound from the thermostat houseing like the thermostat is opening and closing quickly. Radiator equals patch, plug or...
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    Need help with cranking problem

    I have a 1996 explorer with the 4.0 pushrod engine. It seems to crank fine the first time, morning afternoon hot or cold does not matter, but after driving to a store or somewhere when I try to get it started the engine turns over fine but only fires off like 2 or 3 cylinders are firing this...
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    cranking / relay problem

    I have a 1998 explorer 4.0 sohc that will not start after having new keys programed. I have no fuel pressure. When key is turned on to the point that you would normaly hear the fuel pump come on, all i get is a rapid click of the fuel pump relay, the dash lights also flash as if all of the power...
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