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    Please help, driver's side power window stuck down

    Hello all, I've done many a search and can't seem to come up with anything that helps with my specific problem. My driver's side window is stuck in the down position, all the way. I don't think it's the wiring because I hear the relay click when I press the 'down' button. However nothing...
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    Best method for strapping kayak to stock roof rack?

    Hey guys, I just bought a Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120 (12 foot Sit on top) and I'm trying to figure out the best way to tie it down to the stock roof rack (I have a '97 XLT)...I've done a few searches here but couldn't come up with all the info I needed. I've heard of using ratchet straps...
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    Sticky gas pedal and other issues

    I'm not very mechanically sound by any means, I just know the basics...but if it were the lower intake gaskets wouldn't I also have some type of issues with coolant or other fluid leaks? I haven't noticed any...yet.
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    Sticky gas pedal and other issues

    Ok all this began with my Explorer running weird, getting worse gas mileage...and then the dreaded check engine light. Pulled codes PO172 and PO174. Tested for vacuum leaks and found one in upper intake manifold. Replaced gasket. Seems to run a bit better but still having issues at startup...
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    Battery losing power at idle

    Ok I've had the battery, alternator and starter checked at two different auto parts stores...both say all three are working/running great. I've done a fuel injection cleaning and replaced the fuel filter recently...one guy mentioned the EGR valve being a possible source of the problem...any of...
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    HELP!!! turn signals/hazards not working

    Fixed it! Thanks to OneLever's diagram I was able to line all the wires back up in their correct spots...most once situated correctly just snapped back in...hot glue did the rest. Thank you for all your help. There's a metal wire with blue plastic at the end of it below the ignition switch...
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    HELP!!! turn signals/hazards not working

    My first one, which I bought on ebay broke...the spring or gear that automatically turns your signals off once you've made the turn didn't work anymore. So I bought a new one for about 18 bucks from YourPartStore.com. I'm in the process of fixing the wiring. Will let you know how it goes.
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    HELP!!! turn signals/hazards not working

    Thank you! I think I've got it, except now I'm getting that buzzing noise from the flasher relay...where the heck do I find one of these things? Advance and O'Reillys didn't have any.
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    HELP!!! turn signals/hazards not working

    Any idea how to fix the wiring? a diagram I can go by or should I just by a new connector?
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    HELP!!! turn signals/hazards not working

    Ok guys well I done goofed. I was in the process of replacing my multifunction switch the 2nd time and after plugging everything in I now have no turn signals and no hazards. To make matters worse some of the wires started coming out of one of the plastic pieces that are plugged into the...
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    Battery losing power at idle

    Guess I'll get the alternator tested first and see what the results are. I take it the IAC valve wouldn't be the issue since it seems more related to the electrical part of my vehicle? I haven't cleaned it in a while but will tonight.
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    Battery losing power at idle

    Nope haven't changed either one...relatively easy fix/replacement?
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    Battery losing power at idle

    I've got a '97 4.0 SOHC and had this issue lately where I'll be sitting at a stoplight idling and my battery voltage will go up and down, up and down...my instrument cluster will dim and so will my headlights. I just replaced the battery and the alternator is about a year old. When it's doing...
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    Passenger's side power window issues

    Yeah I'm going to refrain from using it at the moment until I find the true culprit, perhaps when I have some time over the weekend. I'm not very good with electrical components, but I thought I did the test from the battery to the motor correctly. The window rolls up fine, not slow to roll up...
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    Passenger's side power window issues

    Ok now I'm really stumped. I was driving today and out of habit pressed the button for my front passenger's side window and what do you know, it's working again. Must be a wiring issue or something was pinched/loose but I never noticed it. I was installing some of the brackets for the door...
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    Passenger's side power window issues

    Tried the direct feed option and no such luck. Guess the motor is bad. Is there any write-up on replacement anywhere? I've searched here and in my Haynes manual but have not found anything.
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    Ex won't start, dome lights flashing

    Well after charging the battery everything works fine now. Go figure!
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    Passenger's side power window issues

    No, the window doesn't work from the master control (driver's side) either. I'm going to try and pick up a voltmeter sometime today. When you say the passenger control panel, how easy was that to fix?
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    Ex won't start, dome lights flashing

    Alright to add to a bad day my ex won't start. My dome (map) lights keep flashing and I hear the relay within the dash clicking. The interior lights come on when the doors are opened, and the locks lock and unlock. Is this a fuse issue or what? Any help would be appreciated.
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    Passenger's side power window issues

    Hey guys I've searched around but haven't found a complete fix to my problems yet with my passenger's side window. It used to stop working intermittently and now it's stopped completely. I've checked the fuses (good) and I've removed the door panel to take a look at the wires (good as far as I...
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    Seafoaming must always lead to something good...

    You know I've read a lot about Seafoam on these boards so I figured I'd try it out for myself, because like many of you I was suffering from a terrible idle at startup, with my RPM needle bouncing up and down and the whole vehicle shaking and almost cutting off. Well I bought some seafoam today...
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    Column shifter sticking

    Hey guys, quick question...what would be the cause of my column shifter sticking as if it looks as it's stuck in between Neutral and Drive, or Drive and 2nd gear and so on? In other words my shifter won't stay directly on point with the gear I've selected (as least not visibly on my instrument...
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    Another guy with ABS light problems.

    Just put the new one in (Motorcraft) and light is still on. Was yours an instant fix? I might have to drive around a bit in hopes that it turns off.
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