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I am looking at a 08 V8 and thought I heard that Ford redesigned the head in 08 to correct the Plugs from getting wet and then difficult to remove. I thought I remember brown vs black plug wire ends? Do you know when this chage took place and if it did, how can I tell if the 08 I am looking at...

I am looking at another truck O6 Limited V8 or 07 Eddie Bauer V6. How much worse is the mileage for the V8? Also I think in 08 they changed the plug wells and you could tell by the boot color? brown or black if it was the new design? I know it was about 1K more when newfor the V8. Are the...

Still looking at a 06 limited with 98K. I did get the window sticker but in many reviews they listed tranny problems and radiator problems galore. It said the trannys were made in France and did nothing to correct the same problems of the 02-05's This truck was always serviced at a good Ford...

I have found a 06 limited with 100K that I am interested it buying. I currently have an 02XLT and know alot about that generation over the years on the forum. This is Chshmire tri coat which seems to not be used much? Also it has a class 2 hitch so would it have a 3.55 rear? Another rarity...

My 02 is still going strong but found a 06 limited with 98K with all the service records for 11k. Have any of you experts looked into the 06-10 and do they have the same issues like tranny and wheel bearings etc?

I have an 02 with the 55W tranny. Do the V8's have the same tranny or a better one? Did Ford improve this on the 06-10 models? I have had very good luck with my 02. It has 131K but I have had complete tranny service on it at a good Ford dealer. Trying to decide if to keep it, redo the...

Thanks to Bigrondo I did my blend door on my 02 XLT. Takes some time but not a difficult job. You will need all the tools and I would recommend the 8mm rachet too. Even had my wife clean the counsel. I did not have to cut the dash either. You have to move from side to side to get a view or...

I use this great site for my 02 V6 but now looking at a 08 Limited or Eddie Bauer. Some have the standard three knob heating while some have the electronic. Has the electronic been reliable and what repairs should I look for for the V8? I only buy if I have service records. Also if it has...

I have an 02 XLT 4.0 4x4 and now looking at a 07 Limited with the 4.0 and 4x4. What does the Limited add that the EB does not have and what is the code for a 3.73 rear? Some will have a class 3 hitch with either the 4 or full trailer wiring or both? This truck has chrome on the door bottoms...

Just got a 2001 Sport Trac and having problems with driver door lock. Will fix with the famous replacement spring but can not get the auto door lock to shut off. Followed book instruction but no go. I do have the original card with code but I think the key pad could be bad? The key pad must...

My o2 XLT 4/4 has been a great car and I have had no problems after fixing it up with many of your posts helping me do the work. Those who look at this site often forget that they can be also very trouble free if properly maintained. Mine had the trailer tow and the original owner had the 75K...

I think my 02 Explorer 4.0L alternator is bad. The battery test OK and reads 12.4 volts. With the car running it does not go to 14.4 but drops down to 12.2. With everything on it drops below 12V. Is the voltage regulator built in the alternator? Also is there a thread on how to change it...

I was driving home at night and noticed my lights not as bright. Noticed my battery guage going down. Today drove about 4 mi and now it runs but is at the very bottom of the guage and my ABS light came on. It is a 02 XLT with the 6 and the battery is 3 years old. The battery reads only 11.7...

Sorry I have not posted in awhile. My 02 continues to run exceptionally well and I have not had any problems. When you read these posts don't forget about all the cars on the road that are running great. When you need help, this is the place!

My 2002 XLT has 107 on the clock and starting to need a new exhaust system(probably from the cat back) Most posts deal with expensive upgrades and a change of pipe size. What is the best way to go without going way overboard on price. Walker etc.? Also is it wise to do something with the...

I had put new quick struts on the back of my 02 XLT 4/4 and now put new Firestone Destination LE tires on. The tire dealer recommended doing an alignment? Is there a broad range of specs or have you guys come up with the best specs? It was aligned about 1.5 years ago.

Can you help me with the location of the RAP module. Is it in the back quarter panel? Need to get the factory code and the dealer did not know where it is on the Sport Trac. Thanks

I have a 3rh generation Explorer but will help a friend replace a very noisy blower fan in his 01 Sport Trac. I have searched but only found a post on first generation which is on the firewall inside the engine compartment. Any help on removal and what to replace it with would be appreciated...

Tomorrow my quick struts arrive for the rear of my 02 xlt. I have been looking for instillation tips and can not find much. Any suggestions would be helpful. Already put pb blaster on and I have wrenches and an impact wrench. Hopefully it is easier than I think.

My 02 XLT 4/4 has a thunking noise in the driveshaft middle joint between the transfer case and the rear differential. It is only when you test for it by going back and then forward after stopping. I also have broken spring in rear and plan to put quick struts all around and then have it...

I am planning on ordering Monroe quick struts for my o2 with a broken rear spring. Do I need any other parts ? Also it has 100K on the clock and I am thinking of putting them on the front too. Good idea? Rock auto seems to have the best price.

I have searched the forums and still need help with where to buy genuine Ford parts online. There are probably several but your suggestions would be appreciated. Also do you recommend ford wire sets for my 02 4.0?

I need to clean my maf sensor. Do you remove it with a special star wrench and how should it be correctly done?

My 2002 XLT still runs fine but has a big drop in mileage even with cold weather. In searching other posts it seeems likely that the 02 sensors or pressure regulator could be the culprets. It has 96K on the clock but the plugs are new 10K ago. One post says the sensors only last about...

My 02 xlt has 96K on the clock. The rear springs are fine. It was made in late April of 02. Could Ford already changed the springs in later made 02's? Also what shocks/struts seem to be best for my truck. Next summer will be getting tires and maybe change the suspension and then have it re...