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Ok. Well, I ended up getting it out. I'll write a brief "how to" for those that may be searching looking to try and do this in the future. Tools that will be needed: socket wrench with full set of sockets. Some Torx bit wrenches (you only need one, for the front drive shaft, but I don't...

Ok. What should I look for in the t case? When my buddy put in the junkyard trans, he looked over the t case and said it was ok. It also did work for a while after the junkyard trans went in. I figure if it was shot, it wouldn't have worked again. I have a pretty good suspicion something in the...

Anyone?

Try using a torch.

I have been searching around on how to take the transmission out of the Explorer, but didn't see any for my year that give a step by step guide. I'm familiar with removing Honda manual trans but taking out an auto, especially an AWD one is alien to me. Is there anything special I need to do? Any...

Also, seems that the trans wants to slip a little when I first start her up in the morning. Only going into first, it hesitates a bit, then goes. Seems though once it's been driven for a couple minutes, there doesn't seem to be any issues. Is this something to worry about? I don't really care...

Evening bump.

Thank you very much for your response. A couple of questions though. It sounds as though the sound is coming from the rear, so I would assume it's the rear diff and not the front, although I will check both. I will also check the wheel bearings, but I thought they make more of a clunking sound...

Hello fellas, I am new to the forums and explorers in general. I just bought a 1998 5.0 xlt. Was told it was AWD, but can't be sure until I put it up on stands and see the wheels move. My girlfriend said she saw the front wheels move when i goosed it in the snow, but i dont know if she knows...