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    4.0 SOHC Spark Plug Change

    you have to take off the front wheel and the wheel well skirt.
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    exhaust "hangers"

    use dish soap without water... it will come off very easily. Just remember to clean them up before you put them back on so the are not slippery.
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    They Do Roll!! I Don't Know How I Survived...

    I feel for you.. I flipped my 2000 a couple of years back on some black ice. All that really counts is that everyone is ok. Someone was look out for you and thank God for strong b pillars.
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    Rear Hatch Question??

    I don't know if you did something but just incase you don't know to unlock all the doors with the key pad you press the last digit twice. ie if the code is 12345 to unlock the driver door...press 123455 to unlock all the doors. hope this helps
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    leaky sunroof

    if it is not the seals.... it sounds like your drain tubes are clogged. the sun roof tray is not completely attached to the roof. It is only held on by some brackets. What happens is when the tray fills, it overflows and trickles down. Inorder, for them to fix the problem they will have to...
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    Caster

    Hello, I just got new tires put on my x and I was going to get an alignment done but they indicated that it was not required. Preliminary check everything was insync. The only thing they pointed out was that one the casters was slightly off, but was not adjustable. I was just wonder what...
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    Battery Light

    thanks... I will get it checked out.
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    Battery Light

    I have the original battery in my truck still and it has one of those indicator lights. Right now it is redish. I thought is should be green. I'm not having any trouble starting. Is it going to die on me any time soon? Thanks!! ;)
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    Michelin Cross Terrain SUV

    Hello, I'm looking for new tire want were thinking of the Michelin Cross Terrain SUV. What does everone think of these. Another one that was recommended was the Michelin LTX m/s... which ones do you think are better Thanks ;)
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    Seat heater installation

    I did the heated seats for my 2001. It has leather seats. My opinion is to take the seats out. it is only a few bolts for each and it is not difficult at all. I took the entire bottom cover off. the hog ties are difficult at first, but once you get a hang for them they come off easy. I used...
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    Tips on preparing an X for the cold.

    Just make sure your antifreeze it adequate enough for the temp down there. Also, make sure you have winterized windshield wiper fluid in the x. If you have summer in it, it will freeze and then you are F#$ked. A scraper is good to have, because if you are relying on your defrost only it will...
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    Mustang question...

    try these two websites/messageboards.... they are helpful. They've helped me a lot with my stang. www.v6power.net www.mustangworld.com
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    Wire Diagram for Power Seats

    the yellow one If memory serves me correctly is for your air bags. If these are not connected, your airbag light will remain on.
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    Transmission Air Breather?

    Hello, I was changing my oil this past weekend and noticed a tube coming out of the transmission. Is this an air breather of some sort. How does that effect going through deeper water?
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    How to get the bluish tinted lights?

    I have the Sylvania in my explore and stang. I love them and they are a nice bright white that work great. Had them for about a year now and no problems. One thing I heard, to prevent them from burning out is not to touch the actual blub (the glass) with your fingers. The oils on your hands...
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    Iridium Spark Plugs?

    Iridium Spark Plugs? did anyone hear of these and does anyone recommend them. They say they are better then platnium.
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    Tire Pressure

    Hello, just wondering if I should be using ford's recommend tire presure or the pressure indicated on the side of the tire. These are not the tires that came with the truck. Also, the pressure on the tire indicates 45psi. Does that sound right? Thanks in advace!! 2001_x :can:
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    Brakes and Rotors

    Hello, does anyone know the reason why the front rotors and brake pads cost so much more for the front than the back. I cann't seem to figure out what the differences is? Size maybe. Thanks
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    Tornado Air Turbine

    thanks for the info... I was just curious of the gas comsuption aspect.. indicated something like 10 - 20% improvement.
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    Tornado Air Turbine

    thanks, I could not figure how that would work. I just read it in a parts magazine and they are quoting better gas mileage and hps.
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    Tornado Air Turbine

    Has anyone heard ot the Tornado air turbine? is it worth it?
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    bumper paint color

    Hello, I have a 2001 explorer sport. I need to find the color code for the bumper. The truck is black with grey trim. There is no color code for the bumper on the inside door. Does anyone know what color this would be? Tried the dealer and they don't care touch up paint for this.
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    Engine wave.

    Are you using your heating system when you notice this. The compressor drains power from your engine when it clicks on, which drops the rpms. I actually hear my compressor click in and at the same time rpms drop. Engine has never died. Had the idle adjusted a bit and don't notice the engine...
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    A/C Compressor kicking on?

    sorry for the typos... it's a bit on the loud side.
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    A/C Compressor kicking on?

    Mine clicks also, bit it is fairly load. starting to get annoying. How load should it be relatively speaking?
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