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    Codes PO133 & PO420

    How can I get at the correct o2 sensor? My car is a 98 5.0 AWD. I found this link http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=209770, is this the correct process? Is there a better detailed guide anywhere? Thanks
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    Codes PO133 & PO420

    Has anyone else had both of these codes go off at once and what is the likely culprit? Car is running and driving fine, just had it checked because I was tired of seeing the check engine light staying on.
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    Turns over a few times before firing

    My 98 5.0 doesnt fire up right away anymore- sometimes its turns over a couple times before starting. Its intermittent and doesnt seem to matter if the truck is hot or cold. I was thinking maybe plugs and wires but what else could it be? Also, any tips for changing the plugs? I believe they are...
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    Best Bug Deflector

    Whats the cheapest and best bug deflector for the hood a 1998 explorer xlt? Also when installing them do I need to drill the hood at all? thanks
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    Need help with cleaning Rims!

    Citheman- I will definitely try paint thinner but I dont think all the discoloration of the metal is brake dust. Its more like the metal/rim itself; its like moved into the metal. Someon else with these rims must have the same problem?
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    Need help with cleaning Rims!

    HI – I have a 1998 Explorer XLT 5.0 with some type of alloy rims. The problem is they all look horrible!!! Its all stained like a blackish color on most the rims but the part where the plastic hasn’t peeled from the rim in some spots is alright. Does anyone have these rims and how the hell do...
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    Replaced front and Rear Brake Pads

    I have replaced all 4 pads on my explorer. I never touched the lines at all and simply put new pads on the caliper. Now my brakes work but are very squishy and definitely not right. i have tried pumping the pedal but it doesnt help. Did air somehow get in the line? Thanks
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    How to: Parking Brake Removal and Installation (with pictures)

    Can anyone tell me why my ebrake doesnt "ratchet" anymore? When i press the pedal theres no noise and my e brake doesnt work. I am going to try this over the weekend. I have already tried tightening from behind the wheel through the little rubber piece and it hasnt worked. Any suggestions or...
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    My quest for 30 MPG - Ford Explorer Gas Mileage Tips

    I dont believe one word of the 85 pages of this post. Ive had my car more then 5 years and consistently drive as slow as humanly possible. With these habits in mind I am lucky to get the EPA of 16/20 for my 5.0 AWD model. The BEST I have ever gotten is 23 that was when doing 55 for 2 hours. I...
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    1998 Ford Explorer Hard Shifting Into Overdrive When Cold!!

    Hi ive searched the forums and couldnt find anything that related to my post... Ive got a 1998 explorer 5.0 AWD that when cold hates going into OD- Its always done it but recently its been much worse. It will just rev higher and not shift untill about a mile down the road then it will shift...
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