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Hello all, have a 2006 Exp V6 with 200,000 miles on the odo. In cold weather during a cold start there is a loud whining noise from under the front of the vehicle. I replaced the belt tensioner and idler pulley because it's that type of noise it makes. Also replaced the alternator because...

Hello all, anyone have a problem with the headliner material separating? This is happening where the headliner meets the windshield. The tan fabric is coming loose from the backing material. Anyone had this problem and fixed it without making as mess of the headliner? Thanks.....

Below is a link for the Ford connector catalog. Hopefully it will help in some of the brittle wiring some have been complaining about. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_axvwW5fSzySFhSWnFLTFNuMFE/view?usp=sharing

Hello all, my 2006 Exp w/ V-6 and 190,000 miles on the odometer is extremely noisy from a cold start. It goes away after about 3-5 minutes. The noise appears from the accessory area of the engine. It has been consistent for the past 3 winters but quiet during the summer months. It sounds...

Hello all, tried today, unsuccessfully to replace the EGR valve on my Exp. The problem is I was afraid of cracking the intake manifold putting pressure on the wrench to loosen the fasteners. Any suggestions? Thanks.....

Hello all, I have a 2006 EB that I've had for 9 years with 176k on the ODO. I love this SUV and it's been an incredible ride. I'm thinking of giving it to my daughter and getting a 2014 or 2015. Any opinions from anyone that upgraded to the newer SUV from the older style? Comfort, quietness...

Hello All, ordered a new radiator for my 2006 Exp w/ 4.0 V6. Splurged for the Spectra CU2816. Unboxed it and the transmission cooler line connections are bigger on the new radiator as compared to the old one. What gives? The radiator was replaced under warranty in 2008 and it's been fine...

Hey folks, had an unusual problem today. Was coasting to a traffic light and the engine just died. Pulled over to side of the road and put it park and tried to start the engine. It started and as soon as I released the key from start to run, it would die again. Tried this about 10 times and...

Hello All..... Have an 2006 Explorer with 130,000 miles. I need to replace the tires and am questioning as to whether to replace the TPMS sensors. I can get all 4 on Ebay for $100 (new). Does anyone know the life span of the batteries of these OEM sensors? If 10 years, I might let it go...

Hello All..... I need to replace the steering wheel from my '06 Explorer. I ruined the old leather one. Anyone have one for sale? Thanks.....

Just had the rear wheel bearing and hubs replaced. I replaced the fronts myself several months ago but didn't have the time to do the rears. All new brakes and rotors too. It was amazing how noisy they got over a long period of time. It's now as quiet as the day I drove it home with not a...

Hello All..... Some of the keys on the keyless entry keypad require too much force to register, anyone know how to remove the keypad? It looks like it is just pushed in. Thanks for helping. Neil

Hello All.... I have a cracked rear ABS tone ring. Several questions.... Would this be covered under the 5yr/60k powertrain warranty? Second, I know you have to pull the axle shaft, how is this done? I'm pretty good mechanically and just need to follow directions. Thanks for your help.

Hello All.... Getting ready to replace the 235/65/18 Michelin tires on my '06 EB. Would like to get tires with white letters but was not happy with the Michelins. Any referrals? Price is also a criteria. Thanks.....