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I've searched all over Google, and the only video I can find on removing the dashboard, doesn't completely cover the removal process, he only gets so far. I would even be happy with a written/picture tutorial. I'm swapping the full interior from a 1999 Explorer into my 1997 Mountaineer. I can...

Hey all, I picked up a 1999 Ford Explorer XLS with the 4.0 SOHC, for $250.00 cash. The thing is mint inside, still has a new car smell, so I had to have it. I was also surprised to find that nothing has ever sat in the cargo area, and that under the cargo area mat, are the factory "Explorer"...

Hey guys, I'm looking at purchasing a 1999 Ford Explorer with the 4.0 SOHC. This will be my first V6 Explorer, I've also got a 1997 Mountaineer. I'm getting it for $250.00, the thing is immaculate. The only problem is, it's got a cracked head. I know nothing about these 4.0's. What I was...

I have a habit of coming across these news posts. For some reason, even though this happened in Grandview, MO, it was on the news here in Florida. Today on the news there was a roughly 2003 Ford Explorer Sport that was being subdued by the police, and at some point during the chase, the...

Hey guys, Earlier today while driving my 1997 Mountaineer, it randomly started misfiring pretty badly, had trouble making it up steeper inclines, and would surge at idle. I checked to make sure it wasn't a fouled plug, or a burnt plug wire, as I just replaced both. It isn't throwing a...

I just found this on Facebook, I got a pretty big laugh until he did this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5Ch32JbWas

Does anyone have any idea where I can source some european rear fog-lights to install on the rear bumper of my 1997 Mountaineer?

As everyone knows, the stock fog lights on the earlier second gens. were all but useful. I was wondering what ideas some of you have come up with to replace them. I've seen the small led light bars on eBay, but I've got my doubts about their brightness. I'm also curious as to how long of...

Hey guys, I'm trying to locate a nice brush guard that will fit my 1997 Mountaineer. Does anyone know a site that sells them at a decent price, or maybe a forum member that has one they want to sell? Thanks!

Hey guys, Just recently in my 1997 Mountaineer 2WD, when I go to turn the wheel, you can hear a binding in the front end, and feel a slight popping in the steering wheel. It only happens between 0-15mph, after that it isn't noticeable. From what I can tell, the suspension is all original...

This happened this morning in Baltimore, Maryland. To those that can't figure out what it is, it's a 2nd Generation Ford Explorer Sport. "I was driving next to this woman this morning on the inner loop of 695..she was texting while driving 60 mph..I honked at her..gave her a thumbs...

Hey guys, I've had this 1997 Mountaineer 5.0/4R70W since November, the thing runs, and drives absolutely flawless. However, every once in a while, when I go to give it WOT, it fails to shift down. You can hear that exhaust roar loudly, but the get up and go is non-existent, because it...

People always say that 2nd Gens. are particularly dangerous when it comes to rollovers. And while that might be the case, I've seen several discussions where they have saved lives. And today, just down the road from where I live, a red 2nd Gen. saved this woman's life after colliding with a...

Hey guys, I've done a forum search, and watched a few YouTube videos on where to locate the PCV Valve on a 1997 Mercury Mountaineer, and the general consensus, is that it's located behind the intake manifold in between the firewall. I've looked as best as I can behind there, and I can't seem...

I've noticed that on '98+ Explorers, the instrument cluster is more of a lime green vs. teal green, is that due to the kind of bulbs, or is it the cluster overlay? I'd like to switch over to the lime green as it doesn't feel as outdated. Thanks.

Hey guys, and gals. I created this thread to not only display my 1997 Mercury Mountaineer, but to also keep track of everything I do to keep her living for another 20 years :) First a little bit about her; I was looking to purchase a V8 Explorer, as I grew up in one when I was about 4 years...

Hello all, I'm looking to upgrade the suspension on my 1997 Mercury Mountaineer RWD. Specifically the shocks. When towing my 17' trailer loaded down ( about 4,500 pounds ), the rear end sags pretty badly. I already know about getting a proper weight distribution hitch, and I plan on doing so...

Hey guys, I'm needing some advice asap, earlier today I was almost in a deadly collision in my 1997 Mountaineer on a road with a speed limit of 70mph. I was cruising along at 65mph, and was forced to put all of my weight on my brake's because an ambulance cut out in front of me and stopped. I...

I've got a 1997 Mercury Mountaineer 5.0, and I've been searching for days on how to clean the evaporator core without having to discharge the system. I've read several ideas, and I'm not sure whether or not they will work, so I figured I'd post here and ask for some tips. 1) Drill a 1"...

Posted in another section but haven't gotten any replies, and this issue is becoming a big problem with my significant other... Hey guys, I have been researching this for over two hours, and while I have found similar stories, none of them describe the problem I am having. When I hit...

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Hey guys, I have been researching this for over two hours, and while I have found similar stories, none of them describe the problem I am having. When I hit the unlock/lock buttons in my 1997 Mountaineer, the locks all cycle, I can hit unlock and they will unlock then lock, and vise/versa. I...

Hey guys, I just bought this 1997 Mountaineer today for $1,000. It's got a few cosmetic issues, but it runs and drives perfectly, is fully loaded, and needs nothing but a good cleaning and some minor repairs. I've owned an Explorer before, and pretty much know them like the back of my hand...