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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

Alright guys this seems to be a common issue, one that I thought could have been solved by replacing the rear speed sensor (on the differential) but no such luck. Now I'm really scratching my head, and without having the codes read yet I don't know what exactly the problem is. ABS light has...

Alright guys, I'm sure this question has been asked a million times and I've done just about all the searching I can do. Cranked the car up about a week ago, wouldn't crank...gave it a few tries, finally it cranked and it was fine until yet again, last night it wouldn't crank. I got my brother...

I drive a '97 XLT, 4.0 SOHC. Lately when sitting at idle (like a stoplight), my RPMs start bouncing in between nearly 0 and 1,000, and when I turn my heat on, it drops considerably, to the point where the vehicle almost cuts off (it'll start chugging and the gauge lights flicker, and then the...

I hope I'm not the only one that has had this problem, but after filling up my '97 XLT with a full tank of gas, I've noticed that the gas gauge is staying at full or slightly below it, to the 3/4 tank mark. Now it'd be great if this were due to great mileage, but I seriously doubt its the...

So I've read dozens of threads about the dreaded blinking O/D off light, and I'm a victim of it as well...it usually happens with my Ex on long trips down the interstate at higher speeds (which doesn't surprise me, I don't usually go into 5th gear on a city street) My question is this...

Ok I've noticed plenty of posts while doing a search regarding this problem, but none seemed to relate specifically to the problems I've had lately, so here goes. I shouldn't really call them problems, but they're more along the lines of annoyances. It all started a couple of weeks ago...

I've done a good bit of searching prior to posting this, but none seemed to pinpoint my exact situation. I have a '97 XLT 2WD 4.0 SOHC and just tonight my speedo started bouncing up and down, go up really high, then drop back down below 10 to zero and then bounce back up again, and then...

Hi there, haven't posted in a while. The explorer has been running quite well (knock on wood), my '97's up to 131k as of right now. However, I recently had to get my brakes replaced and rotors machined, and my mechanic (who I know and trust very well) noted on my bill that my rotors had wear...

Ok, everytime I wash my car, whether I dry it or not, by hand or automatic, or do the "Spot-free" rinse I still have these ugly water spots on my hood. Nowhere else on my car, just my hood. I've tried waxing it, but it really doesn't seem to help. Does anybody have any other suggestions or am...

Ok this has been going on for a while now, nothing serious, but it's getting annoying and I feel like all these problems are connected somehow. First off, when I go to put on my turn signal, sometimes I'll get this loud, annoying buzzing sound when my steering wheel is in a certain position...

I've done a search but it didn't come up with any specifics, so I thought I'd ask here. Does anyone know where to purchase factory pinstriping (i.e websites, stores, etc.)? Thanks, any help would be greatly appreciated.

Ok, well I was on my way to my friend's house tonight and I got into a little fender bender. A guy driving a Dodge Stratus was turning left on a green arrow and I was making a right on red. I didn't see anyone coming in the direction I was turning so I went, and when I did, the guy hit me(or I...

Well earlier this evening I was on my way to the ATM right quick, and then to get some gas. On my way going down Main St. and over the railroad tracks, I notice something in the road. I didn't really pay any mind to it, and couldn't see it too well being so dark outside. It's probably just a...

I know little about the mechanical aspects of my vehicle, so if I seem like an idiot for asking about this, that's why. For some reason or another, my Explorer will not idle. It ran fine earlier today, but now when I go to crank it, it won't stay on unless I keep my foot on the gas. I let...

Ok, I'm no audio expert, so bear with me here. I have two Rockford Fosgate Punch 12's in a carpeted box with the amp attached at the back that I bought from a friend. The amp is a Rockford Fosgate 200a IV. My question is, does anyone know what type of wiring or wiring kit I need? If I don't...

I'm going to buy a new set of tires (don't know what kind yet), and I just wanted y'all's opinion on whether I should go for the white letter tire look or keep it all black? I know it's ultimately MY decision in the end, but I was just wondering what you all thought. Thanks.