2005

OK 2005 - been here since nearly new, was a New Model Launch vehicle at Ford - low vin - all the quality torque checks, etc. Now at 241000 miles. Yesterday picked up bath stuff at the big box, dropped off, parked in that driveway, on returning no start. Clicking. thought - original starter...

My youngest son just bought his first ever vehicle, an '05 Explorer. He was showing it to a couple of his buddies a few days after getting it and one of them kept hearing a noise in the front passenger side wheel. So they took the little center cap off and a washer fell out. The axle nut was...

Hello, guys! I am from Brazil. I own a 2005 Explorer 4.0L 4x4 Limited. It has 90k miles on the odometer. It is pretty hard to maintain it in my country, since most parts I need to import from USA, even so I love this old truck. Since it is getting close to 100k, more serious maintenance needs...

Hey there. I am looking for a shell for my 2005 ford explorer sport trac adrenalin. Located in boise idaho. Thanks much.

I’m going to post under the 2000-2005 sport trac Explorer section with the details but glad places like this still exist so i can do my own research prior to listening to what a bunch of different mechanics tell and what codes show up when i officially get it looked at. But hello everyone...

I have a 2005 Ford Explorer XLT. I get a very short metal grinding noise for a split second at exactly 13 miles per hour when accelerating. I hear it happen around the driver's side front tire and I can feel it in the brake pedal. It only happens ONCE per trip. It doesn't happen again...

I have a 2005 ford explorer xlt 4.0 v6 4x4 automatic with a 5r55s transmission that is blown. I have found a possible donor, a 2002 ford explorer 4.0 v6 4x4 automatic with a 5r55s transmission as well. I am assuming it can be swapped but I am not 100% sure. I have heard that there is a...

Hi All, I finally got my gear selector sliding all the way to park (removed indicator andf cleaned and re-lubed the slide) and centered on each selection. I noticed quite by accident that the shift lever does not lock between N and D. It does lock (have to pull lever forward) between D and 3. I...

Hello guys, I need to replace the solenoid pack for my 2005 with 5R55S transmission. The part number I removed from the car is the 4L2P-7G391-AA, i ordered on ebay a replacement and i got the 1L2P 7G391 AF. Do you know what is the difference between these solenoid packs??? Can i install the...

Hi all! Ive done lots of research but this problem still has me stumped. 2005 Explorer Symptoms: -neither of the rear running lights work (the fronts do work) -passenger side rear directional and brake light do not work. The front passenger side direction does. -automatic headlights work, but...

All throughout my childhood my parents owned a 2005 Ford Explorer XLT. It was wrecked in 2013, May have ended up back on the road as a rebuilt title, never really found much info on what happened to our trusty explorer. Any ideas on how I can find out (besides using car fax)? Just in case your...

I drive a 2005 Explorer XLT that I purchased from a dealer a few months ago. Odometer is at 126,000. Recently, I started having trouble with the check engine light coming on, and the car stalling out (losing power steering and acceleration.) The first time this happened (3 days ago) is said "oil...

I couldn't find Anything on the 3rd Gen. Transfer case removals. Or the Borg Warner 4411. So I made a quick video as i was doing mine. hopefully this helps somebody.:burnout:

I have a 2005 Explorer Limited 4x4. I have a new, well charged battery. I turned the key and the only thing that works are the instrument cluster lights. I hear no sound of a stuck starter solenoid. I had it looked over by 3 mechanics, while it was parked at my house, (no fancy computers were...

I have started the process of pulling out the 4.6 v8 from my Explorer. I am going to be putting in a used one with a about 130K on it. What kind of things should I change when I put in my new one? So far here is what I have listed AC Recharge Fuel Injectors Fuel Filter Spark Plugs & Wires...

FYI Dorman now makes an intake manifold for the 03-05 4.6l. The 02 version being 615-175. The new version is 615-775.

Fog lights stay on when brights/high beams are engaged. **Do this mod at your own risk. I take no responsibility if you mess something up or violate any laws with performing this mod.** First, verify your fog light relay location. (Refer to owners manual.) The pictures used here are on my 04...

2005 Ford Explorer XLT. 4.0 V6 198,000mi Every so often my explorer has a strange running issue. 2/3 of the time i experience this issue It starts, then dies within 5-30 seconds. (usually when reversing out of my driveway) the other 1/3 it won't start at all but has the same symptoms as after...

2005 Ford Explorer XLT. 4.0 V6 198,000mi Every so often my explorer has a strange running issue. 2/3 of the time i experience this issue It starts, then dies within 5-30 seconds. (usually when reversing out of my driveway) the other 1/3 it won't start at all but has the same symptoms as after...

Hi everyone, I just joined and I have a question for you'll. I have a 2005 Ford Explorer with 193000 miles and my transmission is slipping. Can anyone please provide me with any direction or action to make. Am I just low on fluid, or can it be fixed, or do I have to just replace the the...

Apoloogies in advance if I did not search enough through existing threads. 2005 EB V8. I lost my keys in the neighborhood and can erase and reprogram keys w/ Forscan. Anyone know if it is possible to disable the remote fobs and reprogram them. I hate the idea that someone may be able to unlock...

This image is just like the broken column shift on my daughter's 2005 Explorer. I know I can get the alloy part that links to the shift lever aftermarket, but the brass piece on the back side with the hard plastic ball is also damaged. Ford doesn't even seem to have a name for this part. My...

Hey, I have a 2005 Explorer XLT 4.0L and when the A/C or fan is running, it still works perfectly, there is a clicking noise coming from under the hood. It sounds like lifters lightly clicking would sound like but when you turn the fan or A/C off, the sound immediately stops. Anyone have any...

Hi. Thanks for letting me join. I'm sure I'll find some great info here. I'm a second and third generation owner who is considering a fifth gen. My second gen was a manual tranny and I loved it. My third gen is new to me and I'm excited to have it. I'm the second owner and just bought it...

Hello everybody, Due to personal circumstances I have to sell my Explorer. is a 2005 Sport Trac XLT automatic with AutoGas conversion. Original US import (probably the only one of its kind in the UK), 1st reg. in UK in 2013. Well serviced and maintained. runs very well and has low mileage...

I have begun removing my rusted step-rails (bars). The 13 mm nuts came off just fine. Above these there are 13 mm bolts. The front and aft brace have only one bolt, the center brace has 2 bolts. As I back these out, they begin spinning freely as if the threaded backing plate or tack-welded nut...

I have a 2005 Mercury Mountaineer V8 AWD. If I start on the road, and turn hard to the left or right, there is a loud whining noise and the car will disable abs and advtrac and drive normal. From what I have read this disengages the front axle and basically turns the car into a rear wheel drive...

Hello fellow Explorer enthousiasts, I would very much like your assistance. I am in search of the a wiring diagram of a 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Specifically looking for the wiring diagram of tye PCM pin layout. I would greatly appreciate any assistance in this matter... Kind...

So I found a deal on a brand new k&n intake that someone bought then wrote off their truck and never used it, I have an 05 XLT with the 4.6 and its for an 02-03 4.6. Now Im assuming since its all 3rd gen it should fit, but when I google the part number on it, the 05 is different then 02, same...

Hello can anybody point me in the right direction or let me know what body lift kit i can put on my 2005 Ford Explorer XLT ???

Does anybody have a long term usage review of the cloyes timing chain kit with balance SHAFT (Part number is 9-0398S)? I'm planning to buy this kit for a FORD EXPLORER 2005 XLT 4.0 V6 4WD. I'll aprecciate any help. Thanks.

Hi, I have a question I just bought a 2005 ford explorer xlt V6. It has 46,000 miles & looks to be in great condition even smells new . When I went to look at the vehicle the first time , I tried to start it & it hesitated for a min, then started up it has never done that since. The guy thought...

I've got a stock 05 ST and was wondering if 265/70/R17 tires will fit in the wells without any rubbing ? If so would a 1.5-2 inch TT lift the front end enough to get those rubbers on my truck got a steal of a deal on a set of hankook dynapro atm's

Howdy folks.. I took an an EX projoject that has me stumped. I am installing an alarm in a 2005 EX XLS. I have seen the 2004 mountaneer install as well as many wiring diagrams. I have the relays wired and ready and a pack of 1 amp diodes waiting to be told what where to go :) I have also...

I've been a long time reader of this forum and have actually found solutions to my 2005 Explorers problems in the past. However I recently could not find this new issue I am dealing with so I needed to join (long overdue) to post this question to see if anyone else is dealing with this...

Hi, Im new to this forum... and forums in general so go easy on me please. Re: 2002-2005 Ford Explorers - in Australia My hubby has asked me to do some research on a car that I want to buy for myself and the kids to use. I need to suss out their mechanical history and to find out if there...

I'm looking to put the biggest M/T's I can fit on my stock 2005 Explorer XLT 4.0 I'm thinking 265-70's will be the biggest I can go without trimming. Anyone have any pictures or brand suggestions so I can get a good idea of how it will look?

Hi, I just joined the forum and really like reading the posts and the tips for maintenance on the Explorer. I have owned Ford 4x4 vehicles for about 10 years and have enjoyed them all. All cars have quirks and Ford is no different. I have meticulously maintained my 05 Exlorer since I...

Hello all, I am new to these forums but I have been interested in getting a 2005 explorer for my everyday use vehicle. I live in Buffalo, New York where weather and be less than forgiving and I need something that can handle it. Although I hate to give up my 2006 Monte Carlo SS I really do not...

pulled the spark plugs at 72k miles and 7 out of 8 broke off in the cylinder head. An extraction kit made by Lisle tool, got all 7 broken plugs out.