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2002 Sport Trac. I have replaced the back window regulator and followed the diagnostic procedure for the switch and believe it is functioning correctly. The old motor did not respond to the initialization procedure, so I purchased another. It also does not respond to either of the...

Folks, I picked up a 2006 Explorer XLT, V6. So far it's fantastic. However, I opened the rear glass during a grocery trip and noticed a piece of trim missing. I'm looking for a replacement, but I admit...I don't even know what it's called, so I can't locate it on any of the usual parts...

I feel like a complete idiot right now, but what holds the rear coat hook on? I know it's a screw, but can someone tell me what kind? I've tried everything from a 5mm - 7mm, and imperial sizes as well, nothing works on this little screw. I can't get my rear quarter panel back on properly...

Hello everyone. I am new to this forum and new to my 06 ford ranger. I was hoping I could get a hand here. Both rear doors do not open, I have searched frantically for solutions on how to manually open the doors. So far I have removed the door trim on the inside, pulled the rubber plug out...

Hi everyone! I'm new to this forum and glad to have found it! I have a 2002 Explorer and the rear window latch mechanism stopped working. We took apart the rear hatch to find a plastic piece that attaches the cable to the latch dry rotted and fell apart. Unfortunately, I have been unable to find...

Well Its been a little over 6000 miles on the lift and I love it, great improvement over stock. The front alignment is dead on, great tire wear even with the cut and lowered control arms ;). However I'm starting to notice issues with the rear camber, it seems to be a bit negative and causing the...

Hey Guys, Here is my newest "How To" video, How to Change Rear Differential Fluid. This is definitely some good preventative maintenance at about 100K miles. I will be making a shorter version that goes over the basics. This is the in-depth one. The idea is after watching this video, anyone...

Hello everyone, I'm new to the forum and figured I'd share one of my recent experiences in the hopes of helping one of you guys out. I recently had a noticeably loud clicking sound that varied with speed coming from the rear end. It didn't start until about 5mph and stopped around 20mph...

Hello Family, For the past 2 Yrs. I've had a very LOUD and annoying banging noise come from my truck (01 Explorer Sport) on the right rear side. Every time I hit a dip, speed bumps, or a pothole. It was time to replace the shocks, ball joints, sway bars etc, thinking that will fix the problem...

Hi, I have a 97 explorer and the chassis cross member that the top of the ALC shocks bolt onto has rusted and snapped. Does anyone have designs or specs for fabricating a new stronger cross member to replace the snapped one? I can fabricate but would like to make up a new part before tearing...

Hi everyone, as always thanks for taking the time to read this and for any advice. I'm getting the rear main seal on my truck changed this week and I'm wondering if there's anything else I should get done in that area while its at the shop. Is it possible to see the flex plate when doing...

I just installed the load adjusting shocks from Monroe, gave me about a 1.5" lift. back end was sagging badly before and now its at an ideal height, although i could use new springs. Acceleration improved thankfully and the back end is consistent without bouncing on most road surfaces (All that...

Hi everyone, I am still in the honeymoon stages with my 2003 4.0 Eddie Bauer, and am only just starting to notice the few issues here and there. However, giving it a clean today i noticed a completely severed wire in the housing that feeds to the window lift-gate and most likely the...

Hi Everyone, I was wondering if anyone can help me or if anyone has had this problem with their 1997 limited edition explorer. After turning the car off there is a buzzing/humming noise coming from the back left hand side of the car. It goes happens in about 30 seconds-1minute bursts. But it...

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Sooooo yeah I have a ? About replaceing some rear wheel studs (first timer on this) I have a 95x xlt so I removed the tire & the drum & then I got stuck there for me to replace a stud do I have to remove the parking brake shoe so I can have space to work or is there another way ........looks to...

Thread size is 3/8" X 24 X 1 3/16". Overall length is 1.19". This bleeder screw has a built in check valve, and fits on the rear wheel cylinder of a 1995 Aerostar. It's made by Motormite/Dorman/Help.

I've had wheel humming noise coming from my truck for about 2-3 months now. While I was getting some front suspension work done, I had both front wheel hub assemblys replaced and yet the sound remains. So I want to replace both rear wheels bearings (my truck is almost at 150k, I might as well...

So i recently reconnected my multi function switch, and when i tested the signals, the right rear tail light quit working, i replaced the bulb with a brand new one and nothing. all the other signals work, and it doesnt speed up at all either so im really not sure what it could be. I need to get...

I am replacing my rear wheel bearings with "repair bearings". The instructions say to install with the seal on the outside but it seems there is a seal on both sides of the bearing. Due to the built in o-ring that runs along the diameter, it seems the protruding seal faces inward...

Hey ya'll I just recently purchased my 95 ford Expo and a bit concerned. It drives perfectly except for one little thing. Every time I hit the brake or go over a bump it feels like something is banging around in the back of my car. My friend said that id could be my rear dif. can anyone out...

I am looking everywhere on the how to lists and I cant find the answer, and I tried searching, anyways. I am trying to change the differential fluid on my 98, 5.0 Merc mounti and I'm seeing video's of people taking the back cover off! Is there no drain plug on the back diff. or r these fools...

my 96 explorer 4.0 4wd leans to the left when looking at it from the rear. anyone know how to fix this, and whether its something small or something serious. thanks

Hey guys, My rear hatch closes and latches...but not completely. it's like if you take your driver door and push it till the latch catches but you can still push and pull it about 1-2 inches...I hope you understand what i am saying lol It stays closed and i cant even pull it open. Lights...

I have 1996 Ford Explorer. One of the rear calipers is seized. I have the caliper removed from the rotor already. Just wondering how do I plug the bolt when you remove the brake line so it doesn't leak out the brake fluid?