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Thanks, guys, for your input. I have been using the hand pump from Harbor Freight for the gear oil. I'll look for the pump that Blackhawkxx suggests that fits the wide-mouth bottle. I am trying to make it easier to hold the pump, bottle, and pump the fluid at the same time when the truck is...

Has anyone converted the small handheld multi-purpose pump sprayer, like the one we usually see at Home Depot, for the purpose of pumping gear oil in the transfer case or differential? There are information about converting the larger sprayer on Youtube, but just wonder if the smaller pump can...

The boot on my truck's lower steering shaft is cracked. I suspect the OCCASIONAL rattling noise on my steering is coming from the joint under the boot. The parts number on the factory service manual states the lower shaft part # is 3CWW2 and the bolt is W710570. I found an old discussion...

Thanks for the input. The Ford service manual says 19D701 and so it is hard to tell what specific part number are the valves. Looks like they might be YF2448 and YF3290. Will order from Rockauto and go from there. Thanks again!

My AC Schrader valves are leaking; oil (with dye) on the high side and the low side shows bubbling. I am going to have a buddy's shop help me vacuum and recharge the freon. My question is: are the Shrader valve the same for both the high and low sides? Ford's parts number is YF2198 but does...

Thanks J_C!! Based on the link you provided, I found this Ford Parts site that shows the same picture I saw in the dealer part department: https://parts.ford.com/shop/en/us/tube-assy-11857459-1?pdp=y The dealer is asking $68, which is not too far off from the online price once I factored in...

My water pump develops a leak (pool of coolant on the ground). There are two hoses (fat and skinny) on the lower part of the pump. One is the lower radiator hose, but I can't figure out the name/part number of the skinny hose (it has a metal tube connected to it and extend further into the...

My '09 V6's muffler needs to be replaced. Like to get a quiet muffler but it will be nice if the performance can be improved a bit. Has anyone used DynoMax muffler? Thanks for the advice.

I replaced the first hub with Timken around 60K miles on the original hub. That Timken last about 30k miles and got eaten up pretty bad with Mid-west winter salt. I replaced them with another pair of Timken. 30K miles in California weather and still doing fine. If I have to replace the hub...

Thanks for your help! I found it on eBay. $50 for the plastic part! Geee.....

My Explorer's 60% rear bench seat (passenger side) release handle has been difficult to pull to release/fold the seat down. The handle stripped while trying to folding down the seat the other day (I think I finally pull it too hard). I know the handle is made of plastic. The Ford Service...

I am trying to replace both rear brake calipers because the bleeding valve broke off (long story). Rockauto and other online stores have Motorcraft calipers for the front but not the back. Questions: 1. What is the Motorcraft parts number for the rear caliper? The Ford service manual says...

Thanks, Rick. Me and "plumbing" don't get along. :p Sorry, JAWIT, did not mean to hijack your thread.

I can't comment on the compatibility of the universal coolant. As for the coolant level, I think it is fine. The lower line, at least for my 2009 Explorer, is "FULL WHEN COLD", thus the coolant level should be on the lower line when the truck is parked overnight. I plan to replace my heater...

Has anyone replaced their truck's driver side power seat switch? My seat won't move forward and I got the replacement switch. My seat has a lumbar support wheel that I am not sure how to remove it. I try not to remove the whole seat for this process. An online search shows one guy replace...

Has anyone replaced their truck's driver side power seat switch? My seat won't move forward and I got the replacement switch. My seat has a lumbar support wheel that I am not sure how to remove it. I try not to remove the whole seat for this process. An online search shows one guy replace...

Thanks, guys, for the response. I guess it is just a coincidence. :=)

I usually change my engine oil (Mobile 1 5w30 w/ Motorcraft filter) whenever the "Oil Change Required" warning light comes on (usually about every 6.5k). I normally reset the warning after I change the oil. The warning light comes on last week and the truck feels sluggish on the throttle...

I used the transfer case fluid from local Ford dealer. It works fine for my 2009 XLT.

Few weeks ago my '09 Explorer with 120k on the clock shows a message of "check fueling cap". I used the WD-40 lubricating the fuel cap hinge approach recommended by FordTechMakuloco. The method works for a few days and then the service engine soon light came on and I got a code of P0455...

Hi Patricia, did the extended warranty solve the P0455 problem?

I installed the Simmons T-stat housing back in 2014. It has been working fine. The only issue I have is that the coolant has been seeping out from the joint between radiator hose and the housing's neck. I have tried using 2 hose clamps and applied sealant, and the leaking issue continue. The...

So I replace the rear differential fluid with Motorcraft fluid today. The old fluid was in there for about 10k miles and it come out nice and clean. I replace them anyway. I check the suspension and U-Joints (front and back). The joints are in good condition, no rattle. The clunk and...

Thanks, Digifoss, for the suggestion. I do plan to change the fluid again this weekend while doing the oil change. One more detail, WFIW, after the last rear axle fluid drain, I was hauling about 300 lbs of gardening stones in the back (rear seat folded down and eveningly distributed the...

The oil type/brand question is like Apple vs Android, could get you into trouble :-P All jokes aside, I use Mobile 1 5-30W with Motorcraft or Bosch filter (Walmart had a close out sale on Bosch). I usually change it around 6k miles. Seconds on filter cap removal and hand tighten the filter...