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    2013, changed battery, accessory mode, but no start

    Recently decided to replace a battery that was working just fine, just out of date. After installing a new one, the car only goes into accessory mode/ready to start mode, after pressing the brake pedal & pushing the start button, nothing happens. Brake is stiff, when getting it to budge, rear...
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    2013 ford explorer p0016 p0017

    I have 2013 ford explorer with codes p0016, p0017, p0018 and p0019. Water pump has been replaced twice and timing chain has been replaced once. I've changed the 4 camshaft sensors. Codes still showing. Engine has 232,000 miles on it. Code reader also showing the camshaft solenoid is open or...
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    2013 3.7L P0018 Code After timing chain job

    Hey all. Got a 2013 Lincoln MKX with the 3.7L, DOHC with variable valve timing. Same motor in all respects to the 3.5 in the Explorer XLT except it is a 3.7. I did a water pump job and replaced the timing chains, guides and tensioners. I used the alignment tool to keep the cams still while...
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    AC Compressor Oil Amount for 2013 Explorer 3.5L

    Hi Everyone, I am replacing my AC Compressor and want to make sure the correct amount of PAG oil is in it. I have seen multiple different amounts, from 3.3 ounces to 9 ounces. Can someone let me know what the correct amount would be. Thank you for your time and assistance.
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    cross-year compatibility on interior parts 2013 civilian XLT to 2016 FPIU Explorer

    Hello knowledgeable people... I have an opportunity to pick up some interior parts from a help-yourself and make an offer, part out of a 2013 XLT Explorer. I have a an early 2016 FPIU (12/2015 build date). I'm considering the auto-off headlight switch, rear door panels (maybe all 4 if the...
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    2013: Overheated and Boiling... HELP!

    Replaced radiator, water pump, thermostat and all coolant hoses recently. Three months later, I'm driving down the road it starts overheating and boiling through the cap on the expansion tank. Any ideas? Thinking maybe the cap itself or even the thermostat.
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    2013 Explorer front AC expansion valve

    Hi, can anyone tell me what is the process for replacing the front AC expansion valve on a 2013 Explorer. Thank you for your time and assistance.
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    2013 XLT no cruise control or terrain management after blend door replacement

    Bear with me while I explain my problem! This past weekend I replaced the climate control mode door actuator on my Explorer. This is the one behind the instrument cluster. To get at it I removed the instrument cluster and the plastic trim around and below the steering wheel, as well as the...
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    Hot Hood/Support Bar

    Hi everyone, I have a 2013 Ford Explorer. I just purchased it recently, only has 60k miles! Anyway, I noticed recently that the hood is quite hot, upon opening the hood the underside is quite hot and the support bar is almost too hot to touch. The engine temperature on the dash doesn’t say it’s...
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    2013 PIU Rear Impact Cross Bar Support Bolts

    I've been searching these past threads for a while with no luck: I am trying to find the specs on the bolts that hold down the cross bar in the back of my PIU. If anyone has a link or more information or clues as to how I can find these bolts (or their specifications) I'd appreciate it. Ive...
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    2013 Police Interceptor Utility Rear Speakers & Camera

    Hello all, I just purchased a 2013 Interceptor Utility and I want to put speakers in the passenger doors (back seat area is converted to civilian use) and the rear-view camera is no longer there, so my question is can I put any 'Ol passenger door speakers in or is there an installation kit that...
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    2013 Limited Gremlins

    My 2013 Limited has had a myriad of problems over the years, so let me just make it quick with what has been repaired or replaced thus far. In 2020, I had to replace the PTU twice due to the first one leaking and the second one cracked on the bottom of the unit. I also had the primary belt and...
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    Plenty of issues 2013 limited

    first of all, i would like to apologize for not capitalizing anything as my shift key is broken. i have a 2013 explorer limited that i purchased two years ago with 120,000 on it. i had the common propane smell and jerking during acceleration and the dealer replaced the leaking ptu free of...
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    How to Lube Pinion Seal on Electronic Steering? 2013 XLT

    In our 2013 XLT there is a squeaking noise when turning the steering wheel. Granted, it's not the whine that is typically associated with the power steering going out, and I've even taken it to a mechanic who said that isn't the issue. It's more like the noise you hear when you use dry erase...
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    2013 2nd Row Seat Stuck in Tumbled Position

    Hello. My 2nd row driver-side seat (60/40) is stuck in the down position. The pull cable is not releasing the latch from the hinge. I have tugged and tugged and tugged. Does anyone know if there is a release somewhere on the seat? Any help would be great. Thank you
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    Help with 2013 Explorer PIU Console Questions....

    Hey all! I've been reading every post I can find about my missing console, but still have questions and need help! Short of trying to get a deputy to let me go through his PIU and possibly take photos (which I doubt is going to happen ; ) I searched our county's facebook, etc., for details on...
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    Defroster grille question -- 2013 Explorer XLT

    Hey guys - First-time poster. Bought my 2013 last summer and am loving it. Only issue I've had so far is an incessant rattle in the dashboard. To me, as a total newbie and non mechanic, it sounds like previous owner dropped something in there, because it moves from left side to center at times...
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    Ballistic Panel rattle

    Hi, I just recently purchased a 2013 PIU with 81,000 on it. I've done my due diligence, but I can't find any repair or removal information on the ballistic panels. I'm not sure of the panel manufacturer without pulling the door skin but my best guess is angel armor. They rattle when I close the...
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    New interceptor owner

    Hello everyone. I just purchased a 2013 PIU and I'm looking forward to seeing what the community has done to their trucks and I'll be glad to learn from you veterans.
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    Can I substitute "tags" when replacing transmission?

    the transmission is failing on my 13 XLT 2.0l ecoboost. The current transmission tag is DE9P-7000-LA. Ford seems to sell the same remanufactured replacement (or at least the same tag number EE9Z -7000-ARM) for many different transmissions, which leads me to wonder if there are other...
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    New Member

    Hello all, just bought a used (163km) 2013 Explorer Limited and got some good tips from some of these threads already. I've never owned a Ford vehicle before so I'm sure I will be using this page a lot.
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    Hood Steam

    Curious question, and I'm sorry I won't be able to provide a picture as I simply couldn't get the steam to show up adequately on a photo. To make a long story short, any time I drive somewhere in the rain (in my '13 explorer limited AWD v6) and I remain in the vehicle at my destination with...
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    2013 Sport Rear Shock Recommendations

    I noticed I have a leaking rear shock on my Sport so it is time to replace them. All suspension and wheels are stock. Looking for recommendations. Should I replace with stock Motorcraft or aftermarket like KYB, Monroe, Bilstien or other? Thanks
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    2013 Explorer XLT Media Hub Lid Latch

    The Media Hub lid latch, the one that the says"Sync" on it in the upper middle console above the cup holders,has failed, the little spring that makes it actually latch, fell out of the latch itself. anyone have a remedy?
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    2013 explorer 3.5 rough idle p219a and p0303

    Stopped at a gas station and afterwards check engine light came on. Throwing code p219a and p0303. Rough idle and drinking some gas. Have had the coils and plugs and injectors checked and cleaned. Everything is running right. Changed the purge valve, still not fixed. Clear the codes and start...
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    Replacing bench with 2nd row bucket seats

    I am considering buying the 2011 Explorer. I would really want to get the 2 bucket seats in the second row, but as far as packages go - this is only available in Limited with Rapid Spec 301A with Luxury Seating Package. That forces me to buy a lot of features I am not interested in. My...
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    Positive Battery Terminal and using Jumper Cables

    Hi all! So...I was helping out a friend today and had to jump start his truck. It's my first time having to jump from the Explorer and OMG, how stupid is the positive terminal?!?! Trying to get a decent connection with the aligator clamp on the jumper cable is near impossible. Just getting the...
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    2013 Explorer High Pitch Squeak 38k miles

    Hey all, I am not new to the forum, I have had an account since 2008 and lost my password so here I am. I recently upgraded from a 2003 Explorer XLT the died at 200k miles (great vehicle I put 100k miles on it personally). Anyway, I now have a 2013 Explorer Base (with added leather ). I have a...
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    2013 Explorer Power Point / Cigarette Lighter Power Issue

    Good Morning All! First off, I apologize if this has been hit somewhere else on the boards, but I couldn't quite find anything more than fuse locations. Situation: The Power Point in my little front cubby under the radio is dead, as is the one in the middle compartment, and the back of that...
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    2013 XSport Sony Speaker Sizes & Locations

    I am wondering what size speakers are in my 2013 XSport. Dash says Sony. I see speaks in front door (6.5"?) and tweets in front door (1"?). I see a speaker (or is it 2 speakers) in the center dash (3.5"?). Rear doors have 6.5" speaks, but don't see any tweets in 2nd seating area anywhere. In the...
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    2013 Explorer Won't Start (Start Button Doesn't Respond)

    So my Ford Explorer 2013 Limited is giving me hard times.. First I was driving and randomly all electronics went off, back on and back off again. So i'm driving and non of the electronics is working, including speedometer. I stopped, turned the car off, and then it wouldn't start again. Start...
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    Question on how to remove headlight on 2013 Ford Explorer Sport

    Hey everyone, It had been a while since I been on this site so it's taking me a while to figure out things again. Reason I am posting is that I am trying to add oracle halo kit to my 2013 Ford Explorer sport headlights and was wondering what the process for headlight removal is and would this...
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    Rear bumper replaced now camera grainy

    I've always loved the rear camera resolution of my 2013 Explorer. I had to have the 3 piece non-painted portion of the bumper replaced. After picking up from the Ford body shop, I noticed my camera looks grainy. Any ideas how this repair would effect the camera as the camera is installed above...
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    Replace the mirror turn signal / blinker light strip

    Some nice person clipped my driver side mirror light strip and broke it. Can yall point me in the right direction for the repair, I have been searching the forum for 2 days and found nothing. I already have the part just need to figure out how to put it in. Thank you (2014 explorer sport tux black)
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    Power Liftgate doesn't raise entirely

    I have a 2012 Explorer and my power liftgate does not raise entirely. I noticed this about 2 weeks ago. This weekend its raise has decreased even more. I can manually raise it the rest of the way and it shuts completely manually and when powered. I am thinking it's the hydraulic arms...
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    Help please! Dealer has left us in the dark, still no 2013 explorer yet

    Hello. I am hoping someone from Ford can help me. My husband and I ordered a 2013 Ford Explorer XLT with several options including a tow package on May 3 and we still have no word from the dealer (Henderson Ford in Webster, NY) as to the status and whether or not the truck hit the production...
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    2013 Explorer XLT Fuel Filling Overflow

    I was pumping gas today, and for the second time in a matter of months, I noticed that when I clicked the pump to get the last drops, all of a sudden i hear liquid hitting the ground. I looked at the filling hole and nothing. I then looked under my car, only to see where gas had come out and...
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    Engine stalled: "Low oil pressure"

    Greetings everyone, Just took delivery of a 2013 Explorer Limited Tuxedo Black with 302A and dual moonroofs last week. It's is indeed such a fantastic car. Stil can't get enough of playing with all the features. I'm from the Philippines and you guys won't imagine how difficult it is to get...
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    2013 Explorer trailer wire harness

    Hi all. I'm new here and hope I didn't post to the wrong place. I just got my 2013 base explorer and added a hitch to it. I didn't figure I'd tow anything but now I think I might be using a small utility trailer. On the right passenger side under the rear bumper, there appears to be the...
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    Outer Window Moldings

    I noticed that, on both sides of my 2012, the window trim on the rear doors is starting to bend up in the back end. I can push it down, but it pops back up. Has anyone else noticed this? My dealer is ordering two new pieces for me under warranty, but I'm wondering if this is a chronic problem...
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