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    How to: Mountaineer Cluster installed - Pics, problems, fixes, walk-thru WARNING! 35 pics!

    Your message center stores mileage. I would recommend doing the hybrid I just swapped faces and I'm having issues with instrument cluster now. I may be wrong but I think it's best to use Mounty LCD board and faceplate with your original message center swapped in
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    Resonator muffler question

    Well I skipped number 1 and went directly to number two. So much better sound and pickup wise and about 100 pounds lighter.
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    Resonator muffler question

    ok I know this has been brought up before but as I live in one of the most stringent smog states is the third cat/resonator necessary to pass California smog(the one with no downstream 02 right before muffler). I have it installed already with resonator but would like to get rid of it. I...
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    Explorer feels extremely unsafe on slick roads

    I hvanet owned many 4x4 but have owned a ttb 4×4 bronco Ii. The 3rd Gen Explorer erst surprise me how well they do in every comdition as long as their running. I'm even impressed with the awd system on my 04 but definitely preferred the auto4x4 on my 02
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    03 lincoln aviator

    You should know if the CEL is related to trans as limp mode makes it really hard to drive. I would guess the cooper is from the L/R servo which you still have even if 2wd. But if your having shifting issues in all gears it's rebuild time. Atleast you have most of the parts anyway and your...
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    03 lincoln aviator

    Or your valve body could of been the culprit and you got a bad solenoid. Just an idea most likely not the case though. Again I apologize for not reading the thread but any issues with reverse or low gear? There is a separate servo that is not addressed in the servo bore o ring kit. It's...
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    03 lincoln aviator

    Sorry haven't read the whole thread but I suggested the solenoid because I've heard nothing but bad things about the rebuilts. If your stock ohms out correctly I would at lest try that before the rebuild. I'm no expert but if your not leaking everything for the most part is new that leaves...
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    03 lincoln aviator

    Have you done o ring servo bore fix or at least checked overdrive or immediate band adjustment. How about swapping in old solenoid pack unless it didn't ohm out correctly on bench? You most likely have a pressure issue so a complete overhaul would be ideal but a few things to check first
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    Shifting issues but not your typical problem

    i usually don't post too many threads as I like to problem solve and do my own research but not only am I about to drive my ex off a cliff the research on current issues returns the exact opposite problem. A little backround I've been dealing with steering suspension issues for some time...
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    What adapter to use with Forscan?

    Thanks for the info. I guess I was wrong forscans website says it works with Bluetooth but the app says you must have a wifi enabled adapter. I tried the free version on an android and it wouldn't connect as well as the full version on a lap top. but for $5 I'll give it a shot on my iPhone...
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    Thoughts On "FORD PROTECT" Extended Service Plan?

    I never ever buy warranties mostly because I'm cheap but also because the short time I worked at Best Buy I realized that is where their profit is and employees are forced to do everything possible to sell them. That being said my extended warranty on my old 02 was the best money ever spent...
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    Unsolvable Explorer Rough Idle. Any OBD II experts?

    The one I pulled at the junkyard gave me no problems except the damn connector at that was with channel locks. I think the thread jinxed me I have developed a pretty rough idle now so I'm going to be swapping back in my old egr. The tick has increased so I have valve cover gaskets on hand to...
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    What adapter to use with Forscan?

    I believe forscan does not work with Bluetooth which explains why it doesn't work with my eBay elm327 adapter. If your using iPhone it seams like the majority of the programs only use wifi. If you have an android torque is good and works with Bluetooth but from what I've seen forscan wins...
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    03' Explorer seems hard to steer

    I can understand your frustration I've been dealing with steering issues for the last several months. I've put new tires on it front brakes including calipers front wheel bearing both inner and outer tie rods on the front. Have an sod rear hub and bearing on the way as well as moog problem...
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    03 lincoln aviator

    Sexy. Turned out really nice and not overdone. You know like some parts you see on say a Honda Civic.
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    O/D Light Is Blinking but no error codes

    Sounds like worn overdrive servo bore if it's affecting 2nd gear. You can try to adjust the overdrive band and see if that helps. If it does you will want to look into servo bore o ring repair or a rebuilt with updated/sleeved servo bores. At your mileage i would consider the ladder as you...
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    Unsolvable Explorer Rough Idle. Any OBD II experts?

    I mean what adapter. Mine is a eBay elm and the only program it seems to work with is torque. Tried to upload some pictures of my reading but carputer died and don't have torque on my iPhone. Not sure it would help as I can't graph nearly as much as you can. My 02s during idle look identical...
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    Unsolvable Explorer Rough Idle. Any OBD II experts?

    Just a thought and I'm sure you are but you resetting pcm after changes? Also what scanner are you using in getting sick of being limited to torque
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    03 lincoln aviator

    Right on I've only painted panels never any engine accessories
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    03 lincoln aviator

    Yah that same look would look nice. As far as clear powder coat would definitely make it dull. I think if you shot a adhesion promoter and the a good 2k urethane clear you would be good. My only fear would be that clear is meant to bond with base but a adhesion promoter should allow it to...
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    03 lincoln aviator

    Pure sexiness right there. I say clear unless you can pull off pin stripping so it doesn't look ricey. In other words elegant other wise just clear.
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    Unsolvable Explorer Rough Idle. Any OBD II experts?

    That is from an 05 4.0 at the junkyard. i no longer have the 02 I have an 04 now. Looks just like my 02 did with same specs 4.6l limited but awd instead of auto 4x4 and black leather instead of tan. I think crash has an 04 4.0 but I may be wrong.
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    Unsolvable Explorer Rough Idle. Any OBD II experts?

    I knew I should of grabbed this for you ']
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    03 lincoln aviator

    Im almost positive ther is multiple 4.6l dohc mustang engines their. I'm headed there in the next hour I will pm you to see what's worth grabbing. Problem is I only have the ex but could borrow a truck. They have engine craines but not sure if there is a cost involved with that. Being that...
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