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    4.0 SOHC plastic thermostat housing

    Where is it leaking from? I ordered an aftermarket replacement housing for mine about 2 months ago on ebay n its worked fine for me with no leaks. I recommend you use #2 Permatex non-hardening sealant on the o-rings n seals and that should help it seal better and prevent any leaks. Make sure...
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    4.0 SOHC plastic thermostat housing

    Also, I have read on other posts that people have issues sometimes when changing or looking for O-rings on these sensors. I would like to add that you can also reuse your original O-rings if they're not destroyed and just put a good coat of #2 Permatex Non-hardening sealant on the orings and...
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    4.0 SOHC plastic thermostat housing

    Hello. I recently changed my whole tstat assembly as well as it was leaking and would just like to add a few extra pointers with hopes of helping anybody doing this job in the future. My truck has a build date of 9/00' and came with the PUSH-IN style sensors and I opted for using the SCREW-IN...
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    FIX! Coolant on top thermostat housing (Leaky Temp sender)

    ^^^Great info. Recently changed my tstat housing and have read on other posts that people have issues sometimes when changing or looking for these O-rings. I would like to add that you can also reuse your original O-rings if they're not destroyed and just put a good coat of #2 Permatex...
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    Thermostat Housing Replacement

    ^^^Thanks for your help and feedback. I did read through some of the threads you provided and seems no one else has had issues with ECT sensor reading differently but I also think the new sensor from Advance AP is the issue since its aftermarket and probably has a different resistance or signal...
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    Thermostat Housing Replacement

    I have also thoroughly checked for any other leaks in the cooling system and everything is ok and im not leaking coolant from anywhere. I also burped the cooling system and ran the Heater at full blast to make sure the whole system was full of coolant. I just don't feel comfortable with seeing...
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    Thermostat Housing Replacement

    ^^^I know I wrote a lot but i'm trying to be as detailed as possible with the issue im having. Thanks for understanding.
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    Thermostat Housing Replacement

    Hello. I recently changed the tstat housing on my 01' Ranger 4.0 sohc and had a few questions about the coolant temp sensor since im getting a bad reading. My truck has a build date of 9/00 and my factory housing uses the push-in, clip lock sensors but I opted for the screw-on version like the...
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    Explorer transmission code/type help

    Thanks Transman304! As soon as my dad got home with it i read the ID label which says CODE "D" n looked it up n yes its a 5r55e just like my 01' Ranger 4.0 sohc.
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    Explorer transmission code/type help

    Hello ladies n gents i havent posted here in a bit but have a question about the transmission my truck uses. I currently own a 2000 Explorer XLS 4-door with the 4.0L ohv engine but im unable to look at the door sticker the moment. I'm like 90% sure its a 5r55e just like my 01' Ranger 4.0 sohc...
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    5r55e No overdrive & shifting rough 1st to 2nd

    Update Hey guys forgot to update you all on the issues i was having with my truck but wanted to thank JK080 for his advice as he hit the nail on the head with my issue since it was indeed a bad torque converter. I went ahead and purchased a tc from a guy up in Cali. thru ebay for around $120...
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    5r55e No overdrive & shifting rough 1st to 2nd

    Thanks for the feedback JK080. I thought that by changing the TCC solenoid the p0741 code would go away but it came back. It makes sense that its probably the converter as the tranny shifts fine with no slippage until i go 60+mph which is when the converter is supposed to lockup and it doesnt...
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    5r55e No overdrive & shifting rough 1st to 2nd

    Hey guys/gals. I've read thru a few threads on the 5r55e n common issues but wanted some feedback from you all. My 01' Ranger has 168k and about 1k miles ago the "o/d off" light flashes once i'm over 60mph or once the car has reached normal operating temps. Once i come to a stop and take off it...
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    5R55E internal question

    Hi. Not sure if this pertains to your rebuild but i was wondering if that drum is bad on my tranny, would it cause the o/d not to engage on my truck and rough shifting from 1-2 on an 01' Ranger with a 5r55e? Thanks.
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    New guy here.

    Thanks MayJan. I'm sure i'll like it here since i signed up seeing that people on here really know their stuff. :thumbsup:
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    New guy here.

    Hello ladies and gents i'm new to this forum n decided to join as ive read many instructional post on DIY projects on Explorers & Rangers. Hope to share any info & past experiences that are car related with u all & hope to learn new stuff along the way as well. My fleet of Ford vehicles...
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