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Hey all, I need the Calibration File particularly for the TCM and PCM that came with the 3.3L Interceptor Utility. After I brought my car to the dealer to get it serviced, they overrode the stock calibration which removed Pursuit mode. Now it never activates. I probably should have saved it...

Hey all, I was thinking of trading in my Explorer. 2011 XLT and the last appraisal told me 11K at 94K miles. Is this a good deal? I’m trying to see if it’s worth trading in at that price point. I’m also worried about the future maintenance like PTU going bad again or water pump failure. If it...

I’m planning on changing the torque, strut, and engine mount but I’m wondering if it’s safe to just jack it up on the oil pan. Also, when I got the new motormount, it seems to have changed in appearance. My stock motormount has a giant nut at the top. Does anyone know the torque specs for the...

So when I cleaning my engine and blowing a bunch of stuff using an air compressor, I noticed a weird looking pouch and found this part, it was full of leaves but I have no idea where it came from or what it fell off of. Anyone have a clue? I tried googling AG13-5402206-AC but could not find...

Hello everyone, I managed to find two engine/transmission mounts for the 3.5L NA V6. but I don’t know id there is any more. Anyone have part numbers of any idea? Thanks! I found the ones below:

Just took my intake manifold off (it was actually not that bad) and managed to get to the spark plugs after 2 hours. Now for the part about the spark plugs. Does anyone know the torque spec? Thanks!!!

Hi everyone, I am at 84K miles now and I have a bunch of error codes: Here is a list of them: https://gist.github.com/jamesguan/9a3d8af23c7bd8ce6c8ce6a3551c4768 For those who don't have access to github: https://pastebin.com/raw/ijb1Y3S9 Below is a list of issues and I'm wondering if anyone...

I'm wondering what the oem brake pad material is that Ford uses. I heard that they use organic which does not have very good heat characteristics and that's why Ford is known for brake fade? I heard the police interceptor pads are semi-metallic, which is why they are noisy and provide much...

Just saw this video and I'm excited to see that it's coming!

I know it's a niche market but I would totally love to have a 400+ HP Explorer. http://www.caranddriver.com/news/2018-dodge-durango-srt-photos-and-info-news?src=ha_m&mag=cdb&dom=fb

For some odd reason, my key fob doesn't lock the car unless if I am 10 feet away. Before I could get it to lock or unlock 100 feet or more. I changed the battery and everything. This happened on my F150 as well and I never figured out why or how to fix it. Anyone had this issue before?

Hello, Just wondering if anyone mechanically inclined able to explain how I can replace the waterpump. Anyone with diagrams? I keep hearing you have to drop the engine to access it. I might have access to a lift so if I have to drop the tranny and engine, I wouldn't mind. I just need some...

As you may well know, the redesign is coming sometime in 2019 - 2020. I'm very excited for it. Mainly because it's moving to an updated platform (CD6) which will be capable of FWD, AWD, and RWD. Undoubtedly, this platform would be lighter as well. I just wanted to see what everyone's opinions...

I'm seeing some random lady all over the place. Someone better check the server, their login credentials, etc lol. I wouldn't want user information to be compromised.

Does anyone have their stock 3.5L N/A stock resonator after replacing their exhaust that they don't want or need anymore? I can't for the life of me find it for sale.

Then I saw this.... the sway bar link is completely off the strut. I need to commute so would it be bad if I kept driving on it until I got it fixed?

So my cat tore up my leather seats. Is there any way I could order the leather itself from Ford and swap out the old leather without having to replace the whole seat? Thanks!

I was on a weird on ramp in DC and right after the turn, people had stopped. I stopped, then I heard a boom in the back and the car moved like 2 feet. I've been hit 2 other times in the rear but none of them resulted in damage. A Honda Accord hit the back. Her car looked worse than mine...

http://fordauthority.com/2016/11/sources-say-ford-f-150-may-receive-a-new-4-8l-engine/ I'd say Ford could squeeze in the 4.8L just for us. :D I'd love to see one in the Explorer when I want power but not the turbochargers. I wonder why the drop in displacement though. Hopefully they put dual...

Hey all, I was just wondering if this looks like an oil leak? It's coming from where the axle meets the rear differential. The metal pinkish part with the blue circle was after I rubbed off some of the residue with my finger but I'm not sure if it's oil. Should I worry about it? Also, if so...

Hi all, I just got smaller tires for my Explorer (245/60 R18 to 245/55 R18). However, I just realized my speedometer would read inaccurately, saying I'm going faster than I actually am, and I'm assuming this would affect the mileage reading of the vehicle. Is there a calibration procedure...

Hi all, I need new tires and I was looking for recommendations. All the 18 inch tires seem to be at around 180 dollars plus per tire. However, I ran into a set of Ford Interceptor wheels rim and tire for 600 + 200 for shipping. Is it a good deal? The tread is about 70% left but it doesn't come...

I really hope one day, Ford will incorporate this in their designs. Seems like the way to go since Ford currently has to have 4 cams for a V6 engine with TiVCT, and 2 cams for an inline 4. This technology would eliminate those cams and would make an engine extremely light and efficient. Infinite...

Does anyone hear like a faint squeak noise like some metal rubbing together when they accelerate after coasting at highway speeds? I feel like the noise is coming from the fuel tank and I'm guessing it's the fuel pump starting up after fuel cut off at cruising. I don't know if the noise should...

http://energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2014/07/f17/ace065_weaver_2014_o.pdf Just snooping around the internet and found some technical information about Ecoboost engines and their development.

Hey all, I've been wondering if anyone else had this issue. For a while now, my text messaging on MFT has stopped work. It continually says my device does not support texts but that's not true. It works on the Fusion. I have an iPhone 5 with iOS 9. Anyone know what I can do to fix it?

Has anyone changed out the transmission oil filter and transmission oil? I'm planning on changing it out before my roadtrip to Florida. Any special procedures I need to follow or know before I do it? Also, where can I find torque specs for the car? Thanks all.

I came across this video about this guy and his engine problems on youtube. Apparently there's an issue with the turbocharger seals that caused exhaust to leak into the oil or something? I'm worried because I have two Ecoboost engine vehicles and I do have a lot of smoke come out of the tailpipe...

How necessary are rotor screws? I have to drill mine off to install new rotors since the old ones are seized on.

In my system check, it lists brakes as OK, By OK, does it mean the wear on my pads are okay? If so how does it know my brakes are actually okay? There doesn't seem to be any wear level indicators in the caliper or rotors so how does it know?

After doing some research, I've decided to actually change my coolant. It's been 5 years and I've done 46K miles with a bunch of road trips. I was originally going to put in Motorcraft Orange coolant in the car but I probably should stick to my Specialty Green coolant (Since my MY was 2011...

So I did a road trip to Toronto Canada to do a segment for Discovery Canada for their High Tech Toys TV show. The Explorer gave me no problems and the remote start really helped in cold weather. I noticed the roads in Canada were really well maintained despite it being colder than MD. The km/h...

So I ran out of battery twice in my Explorer. The weird thing is when I run out of battery, my car's ambers may come on or my fog lights may turn on and all I hear is relays ticking really really quickly and like there's a machine gun firing from the hood. Is that normal? Also, I don't know why...

Just thought I'd share since I thought this was hilarious. Even though I had numerous problems with my own Explorer (10+ dealer visits). It has never broken down on me. Never thought someone would be so pissed as to make a music video about their experience lol. This takes customer feedback to a...

So, I test drove a Platinum twice not thinking I'd really want to buy one but once I saw the new cluster design, leather panels, and experienced the massaging seats, I really want to dive in and buy a Platinum. I was honestly going towards a Tesla Model S. My only dislikes with this car is...

So my friend just got IDS. We enabled remote start, added the navigation part to the cluster (credits to Ford PI mods for the file), enabled dark car, enabled DRL for turn lamps, disabled seatbelt minder (just because I put heavy stuff in the passenger seat and it rings all he time thinking...

I was told it was only stiffer springs but is there anything else that is different? If it is only the springs than I could technically just buy the sport's struts and springs I'd have sport suspension correct or is there more to it than that?

I am stuck on i95 shoulder as I type lol. I left UMBC right when it hit 0 miles left and I reached right before the exit 29A to 212. So it was an extra 20 miles of range. Right now, I can't find that little white funnel to put gas in so I am so screwed lol. Well, now this answers people's...

I am wondering if anyone here has a high mileage 5th gen Ford Explorer and I am wondering if anyone has run into any issues or has any positive feedback? I am really planning to drive mine until it dies so I really want to see what kind of problems I might run into in the future.