2005 ford

Hey everyone, I originally posted this [down at the bottom] w/ the same title in reddit/r/mechanicadvice. They responded with the suggestions that the flashing 'O/D' light is the tranny equivalent of the check engine light -- they suggested I get the codes read and come over here to see...

Hi everyone, quick question and ive done some research on the forums but figured it'd be worth asking. Just got the explorer (2005 ltd with auto climate control). Having some quirks I'm pretty sure are related to either a vacuum leak or blend door. First thing ive noticed is the front temp...

broke TP sensor while plugged up change TP sensor truck starts and cuts right off do not know what is wrong I even change the wiring harness can anyone help

My Ford Explorer is stuck in 4 wheel drive and my dad wants to disconnect the front wheels, so only the back wheels would get power. I feel like there is going to be a issue if we do that, is there anyway we can fix it when it's stuck and if not are there any known major issues that will happen...

Hi, My name is Sandy Wyatt. I have a 2005 Explorer XLT that won't start (or ever turn over). The anti-theft light is flashing, but no sound from under the hood. I changed the battery, changed the starter, but still nothing.

Our daughters 2005 Ford Explorer 4.0 L 4 door starts but has no power. It will start, but when in drive will not go over 1 or 2 mph. Looking for suggestions. Just replaced with new battery.

I have a 2005 Ford Explorer and when the 4 wheel drives engages automatically or engaged full time the whole thing shacks and vibrates. When disengaged vibration stops. I have replaced 2 front wheel bearings, right front control arm, both upper ball joints,left front CV joint, front and rear...

Hello, I have a 2005 Explorer, (V6, rear wheel drive, over 210,000 miles). Yesterday I was driving on the highway with no problems, but when I stopped at a restaurant and restarted, first gear wouldn't kick in. The "CHECK TRANSMISSION" light came on and the "O/D Off" light started blinking. I...

i replaced my OEM struts with Monroe and then came the lift. the gap between the wheel and the top fender well is like 7-8 inches now. when installing, i compared both struts and found that monroe are shorter than the oem. i trusted the auto shop that they gave me the correct replacement...

Hi there, New member here. i need help to lower the front height. it seems there are no torsion bars. i replaced Monroe Struts that were shorter than the OEM. i just need to lower the gap on the wheel well / wheel to about 6 inches. appreciate your comments

So I just bought what I listed above. I took it to a shop right away and they thought it was pretty clean. It has 125,000 miles on it. It has a little rust on the drivers side in front of the drivers door and some behind the drivers side rear door. There is also some on the other side on the...

I have a 2005 ford explorer xlt 4.0L I was driving down the freeway and got off the ramp as soon as i was sitti g at the light my wrench light came on and failure safe engine light and it wanted to stall. Let it sit till my lunch break and went out to pull it off the road so it would not get...

I want to take this to a reputable ford dealership nearby and get it tuned up. What should I have done? I want this to be a travel vehicle (i.e. camping etc) and need it to be very reliable. I am the original owner since 30miles. It has been taken care of and oil changing every 3,000 miles etc...

Hey guys! The past few days I have been disassembling various pieces of my 2005 ford sport trac xlt to color match them with the exterior base color of my truck. Eventually deciding it would look even better if I could somehow take out the gigantic cup holder assembly next to the radio and...

Replaced my rear passenger side hub assembly. Threads on the axle are warn. I want to use a tap and die set to recut the threads on the axle. Can't find it anywhere online. Guy at napa told me I needed a 20mm x1.5 die. I got it and it was to small. Anyone know what size I need to recut these...

I just recently bought a 2005 Explorer XLT in extremely good condition and I absolutely love it. After going through the car wash I noticed that the roof needs to be re painted. I want to solve the issue before it starts to rust. So my question is... Is it possible to paint the roof only, and...

ABS light on 4 high light flashing. Truck won't barely go!!! Keeps jerking in and out of 4 high and hub sounds funny. Help.

HI all, does anyone know how to remove the roof rack or luggage rack on a 2005 Ford Explorer? Specifically, the middle side rail bracket so I can get at the screws that mount it to the roof top? I can't figure out how to remove the rail from the bracket that mounts it to the roof. I see a...

I have codes po300 po301 po303. any help? I already replaced the spark plugs and wires. I still dont know where the misfires arw coming from

hi dears When I turn the ignition on, all gauges go down below zero, they actually drop very low, which in itself is strange. The car does not start when I turn the key. The throttle does a sort of buzzing noise. When I measure the voltage in the lines going to the throttle, the one that's...

:us:I have a 2005 Ford Explorer XLS, I have been upgrading the truck with all original parts and added the limited front bumper with fog lights and the correct light switch. I have the limited rear view mirror with dimmer and it works correctly as do the fog lights however I cannot get the...

Ok so Kentucky just had a major snow my husband decides to drive my 05 Explorer to work because it is 4 wheel drive. While in the lot the Explorer is all but buried by snow plowing nearby. It takes me about two or three days to one get to it and then get someone to pull it from the snow bank in...

I realize there are many threads on this, but I'd like the input of others on my particular situation. I have an '05 XLT 4.0 4x4 with what sounds to me like timing chain rattle. It's not too obvious, unless idling next to a large object or barrier with windows down for the sound of the...

2005 Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 Tuning results. I have a friend who owns a dyno, he gave me the keys to his shop and said lock up when I'm done. Anyway, I threw my 05 explorer 4.0L V6 on the dyno to do some tuning using HP Tuners. Keep in mind HP Tuners is relatively new to the ford world as am...

I purchased a used 2005 Ford Explorer and no one knows the keyless entry code. Is it hidden in the vehicle anywhere? I really appreciate it.

I have a 2005 Ford explorer.. I am not able to change gear out of parking.. i have tried to over-ride the safety brake interlock system but that's not working.. any suggestion what may be wrong.. How do i know if i am correctly over-riding the safety brake interlock system?

Replaced all wheel bearings ,upper ball joints, rack and pinion and brakes. NOW my problem is that when I make right hand turns the ABS system seems to come on and 4X4 comes on . Today the Check Advance trac light came on and then the warning light stayed on. and the 4X4 high light flashed a...

am wondering how much of a problem it would be to change out my 4.0 with auto trans. for a 5.0 manual trans. ?

I'm looking for a rear end to replace the factory rear end. I found one out of a 2003 sporttrac. Does anyone know if this will fit in my 2005 Explorer? If not, can someone tell me where I could find a 3.55 rear end?...Thanks

I'm looking for a rear end to replace the factory rear end. I found one out of a 2003 sporttrac. Does anyone know if this will fit in my 2005 Explorer? If not, can someone tell me where I could find a 3.55 rear end?...Thanks

I am negotiating a transmission with three vendors, but I'm finding it very strange difference in the weight of the transmissions. All are for the 2005 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 4x4 and is being sold with the torque converter. I need the correct weight to calculate shipping. Does anyone know...

During a trip of 200 miles, the check transmission light lit on my 2005 Ford Explorer. I turned off the engine and turn it on again the light went out, but the transmission was a strange noise. It looks like a chain dragging noise. Check out the video. When followed journey I realized that...

So I started to tackle removal of my front wheel bearing on my 2005 Ford Explorer 4x4, and got the 3 bolts out and all that jazz, but it still won't come out. After looking around I realized that the stupid thing had a ton of grey/black RTV sealant around it. I have no idea how to get this thing...

The cruise control on my 2005 Ford Explorer Limited does not work. Nothing happens when operating the buttons on the steering wheel. No lights. 2005 Ford Explorer Limited 4X4 4.0 V6 with adjustable position of the brake pedal. Can be a problem in cruise control release switch which is located...

Hi I'm rbsfixit I'm new to the block. Working on AC replacing compressor that locked up also replacing the dryer and expansion valve. I have done this before but they have changed things up a bit having trouble locating the expansion valve I only have front air only. Any help would be much...

HI! I have a 2005 Ford Explorer that I would like to make changes to if possible. I would like to change the right and left outside mirrors to Heated Mirrors. Is this possible with the current wiring I have? Or is this just a switch them out to heated? Second, I want to add heated...

Hi, I am needing to know how to change and the location of the blower resistor in my Explorer. Any help would be appreciated Thanks

Hey guys! Not new to the forum, but new to posting! I have a 2005 Ford Expo and just bought an upper GrillCraft Mesh grill. Ill post a link of the installation guide. Even though there are photos to help you along, I'm just not trying to screw this one up due to the fact i'd have to buy another...

So, this has happened to me three times while driving. I will be driving between 30-40 mph and the vehicle will stall... Lights, radio, all electrics continue to work. The engine stalls so there is NO powersteering. Then, after I have pulled over, I put the vehicle in PARK and restart, no...

I have a 2005 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4 that had a problem that originally started as the one detailed at http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=250463l . I had all the same problems, abs light, trac control and 4x4 high light flashing intermittently. The grinding I heard was coming...