engine

Hello! Seems like my engine has some wiggle room. When I start the truck -- or shut it off, for that matter -- it sort of "shakes"... When idling, there's an occasional, unpredictable shaky feeling as well. It's not necessarily that it runs rough, but it's like SOMETIMES, some of the...

Hello Everyone! My name is Nick and I'm a rookie Enthusiast. I lurk on the forums here and decided to make an account to ask questions because of how helpful everyone is. I drive a 98 Explorer Eddie Bauer for the last two years and have always maintained it fluid wise, but I'm looking to learn...

I have a 2011 Explorer XLT and the past few days when I come to a stop my engine stalls and I have to start it up again. This is happening randomly and I would say has happened about 5 times in the past 3 days. Whe it does stall my oil pressure low warning comes up. Any answer to this?

I'm having a very faint rattle/chattering noise suspected to be around the left side of the engine more towards the back, but it could possible be in the front. Definitely more prominent on the left (passenger) side. It doesn't sound severe enough to be a timing chain, and it doesn't sound...

When I parked today on an upward incline, shut off the engine and got out to look under my Ex, coolant was coming out in a stream which eventually dwindled down to a drip... I thought I've been leaking oil, but it appears it's coolant which is good and bad to me. Coolant appears to be coming...

have a 03 sport trac xlt. Made another post that was said to be the timing chains going out. I'm getting a new engine instead of getting it fixed. But I always asked if it was the timing chains going out. Wouldn't the noise always be loud , and always making a noise? I'm asking because some...

I have a 2003 Explorer XLS with a 4.0 V6 that will not start. It will crank but seems to not be firing. I replaced the spark plugs. It still will not start.

So, yesterday when I ran off to college, my car refused to start at first. I would turn the key, it would crank, but it wouldn't actually fire up. I tried a few times, then tried while holding down the gas pedal, and it started, but I don't know if it was because I was holding the pedal or...

Hello, I just finished replacing my heads and manifolds with headers. Got it all back together went to start it and it started right up. Wouldnt idle but thats nothing new (Probably bad IAC). Normally it will idle after a minute or so of holding the gas to about 1K rms. It did eventually idle...

I have an 04' Ford Explorer 4dr XLT 4WD with 150K miles. Recently, there is a loud ticking noise coming from around the engine when I start the vehicle. It only lasts for about a minute or two, and then goes away and doesn't come back until after it has been started up again after being off...

So, I'm not sure if this is bad or not, but I have a weird issue that's started to show up. I have a 1998 Ford explorer sport with the 4.0L SOHC engine, and it usually runs just fine. However, recently it’s been being strange… When I start the car up sometimes it’ll run just fine and...

Hey Gentlemen and Ladies, I'd like to put a more powerful engine in my 2006 Exployer. What would be my best options. I'm having a little trouble towing a relatively light camper. Like my Exployer and a truck really does not fit my needs. Any suggestions on engines that would be interchangeable...

I need help desperately I have a 97' Explorer Sport (that I love very much) but i cuts out whenever it is put in reverse or sometimes (very rarely) at a red light with my foot on the brake. I got a check engine light once. took it to auto zone and got a code for an air leak. took it to a...

Hey guys, so I ran across (nevermind how) a free step by step manual to yanking the motor in a 3rd gen. The one I will be doing is a 4.6L V8. Would it be beneficial if I made a post here utilizing all of my pictures and what not to make the FIRST COMPLETE walkthrough? I just don't want to go...

i have 2 problems with my 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 2WD. 1.) when I try to start it, the engine hesitates for like 5 seconds then starts. Just 2 days ago I changed my EGR valve cause my check engine light was on, I thought this would solve the problem but it didn't. Any ideas what it could be...

Hi eveeyone, just joined the site and am hoping for a little help with my issue... 2006 explorer 4x4 4.0L sohc... Im doing an engine swap, old engine is out and new (used) engine it in on the mounts and 4 bell housing started. All bolts are loose to allow for some wiggle room. I thought i may...

1st I have a 02 explorer xlt 4.6l 4dr and I know what 430 code is.. my issue is what would cause this code no leeks are found Banks 2 (both) read way rich Banks 1 (both) read 0 Reader says below threshold (spelling might be wrong) Idle is 1463 rpms I have a photo of code reader screen but...

I plan on modifying and installing a Sanders a/c compressor to provide unlimited air, to maximize effectiveness and efficiency, I've been trying to find a way to install/fabricate a high idle switch to use when the compressor is being used. It'll hold the engine around 1500 rpm ideally. Does...

I have a Explorer Sport with the 4.0 SOHC with bad timing chain cassettes. I am going to replace the engine with a 4.0 that is in a '94 Ranger. Is their any known problems before I get into this? Thanks in advance Don Gratz

I have recently acquired a 1994 explorer and am experiencing engine rpm fluctuation could this be caused by a defective vent tube on the filler neck, I had gas spilled out under the car on the first fillup.

I have recently acquired a 1994 explorer and am experiencing engine rpm fluctuation could this be caused by a defective vent tube on the filler neck, I had gas spilled out under the car on the first fillup.

When I start up my truck (happens with both remote start and key start) there is a very loud screeching coming from the belt I'm assuming. It only happens for a quick second and only on startup no matter if the engines hot or cold. I just replaced the belt a few months ago and it stopped for...

Hi all, We just did a job on our 4.0 sohc 2003 explorer xlt. We replaced the driver side valve cover/gasket. In order to do so we had to remove the intake manifold, as well as many electrical, vacuum connectors, etc. We got the job done and everything put back together, but the car...

2002 explorer limited V8 Got caught in a flash flood yesterday. Engine stalled. towed back home. Took apart some this morning. Water was in intake, and seemed to be in oil. Removed plugs and tried to dry out, but the engine will not seem to turn on the starter. Its engaging and is drawing...

Whats up guys, just have a quick question. I have a flowmaster 10(super loud), and k&n oversized filter that deletes the box. I'm wondering if the bbk 66mm is worth getting. I also wonder that if I do get it, should I get a tune and what programmer/chip would work best? if your wondering its the...