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    '17 Explorer noise issue when apply brakes if go from park to reverse

    Hi, I have a 2017 Ford Explorer 4WD (~70k miles) with the following noise issue when I apply the brakes after I switch from Drive to Reverse (or from Reverse to Drive). - Noise sounds like a clunk or slightly metallic - When car was in drive, then in park and then in reverse, car starts...
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    Humming / whooping noise when I turn left

    Hi, I have 2017 Ford Explorer 4WD with 67k miles on it. Recently I notice a whooping / humming noise when I turn left (at slight steering angle input already). I live in Michigan. Here my observations: 1. Is most noticeable at 40 mph already at small left turn steering wheel angle input 2. I...
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    21S32 // Rear Toe Link Replacement parts in stock at dealer?

    Did anyone succeflly performed the toe link replacement at a local dealer yet? The recall notice said that parts are not in stock at time of notification but should in stock "PARTS ARE NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE THIS REPAIR. PARTS ARE ANTICIPATED TO BE AVAILABLE BEGINNING THE END OF...
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    2017 Ford Explorer Leaky PTU?

    So I recently smelled a foul / burn smell from my Explorer (~50k miles) but couldn’t find any leaks from the engine, diff or trans. however I just change tires and discovered the following: Leaky PTU? is this the famous leaky PTU? Should this be covered still under Powertrain Warranty? If...
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    Slight underbody smell 2017 Ford Explorer

    Hi, I have a 2017 Ford Explorer 4WD (~50k miles) and noticed a slight smell coming from the underside of my car after stepping out of my Explorer after shutoff. The smell is not very strong and disappears after a few minutes. It smells like like if e.g. you put in a brand new exhaust or...
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    2017 Ford Explorer // Clicking noise from upper area of tailgate

    Hi, I have for a while now a clicking noise that appears when start driving and stays on for a while even if the vehicle is parked with ignition off. The click sounds a bit like two plastic parts rubbing from heat expansion but is also present at cold temperature. I could narrow the noise...
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    2017 Explorer Limited w/ foot-activated liftgate needs "hidden" hitch

    Hi, I have 2017 Explorer Limited w/ the foot-activated liftgate and I'm looking for an aftermarket hitch. It's only to use a hitch bike rack and should be as "hidden/low profile" as possible. Also I'm looking for one that still work with the foot-activated liftgate. Any recommendation?
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    FordPass SmartLink

    Hi, I couldn't find any update in the forum but my FordPass app has the option to add the SmartLink feature but obviously I would also need a "modem" through the OBD somehow. Are there any updates about how to get SmartLink device for a 2017 Ford Explorer?
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    '17 Explorer - Front Camera Wide Angle Mode

    Hi, My Explorer was in the shop for a fender bender and because of this they also had to replace the front camera. I received the car back and I noticed that the front camera itself works well but it doesn't switch into the "wide" angel mode anymore (normally you get to this mode when you...
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    2017 Explorer 2.3L // Regular vs Premium Fuel

    did anyone ever tried to use regular vs premium fuel over a longer period of time to see if there is a significant effect to MPG and performance? I'm specifically interested in results for the 2.3L EcoBoost w/ AWD. I only used regular so far but the car never felt underpowered. I have an...
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    Order 2017 Explorer in Dec '16 or wait until Jan '17

    Hi, I'm looking to buy a 2017 Explorer XLT 4WD w/ 202A package and BLIS. In November Ford offered some great incentives (e.g. up to $3750 off MSRP or 0% APR for 48 month plus $2000 cash back). However, in December I don't see these offers anymore. Does someone know if something like this...
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