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    2002 explorer will not engage front axles

    I have a 2002 Explore XLT 4.0l 4x4 when I am out with the guys the 4x4 hi and low will not engage the lights are solid on dash hear the click behind dash and nothing. before first drive of the day I can lock both 4 hi and low strong no noises just the typical clunk into gear IT WORKS GREAT...
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    2003 xlt multiple electrical problems - started near same time

    As the title says, these issues popped up within days of each other. Radio cuts off and gauges freeze when shifting into park, originally this happened randomly while driving. Bad ignition key warning sensor(annoying tone while exiting with keys in) makes it think key is always in ignition...
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    Cranks but won't start-2000 Explorer

    Cranks but won't start-2000 Explorer 4.0 SOHV - 230,000 mi Engine replaced at 200,000 mi 1. Replaced fuel filter 2.Checked fuel Pressure. It is at 60+ PSI 3. It rune when I use Starting Fluid or put gas on the air filter 4. It stopped at work so I can't do much like pulling the upper...
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    Transmission swap (auto to manual)

    Hello everybody! I am new to forum and of course I already have a question! Recently swapped a ranger 5 speed into my auto 1999 Explorer XLT 4.0 SOHC. With that being said the ECM is the original. Now when I drive it the truck "bucks" (engine power/acceleration stops and comes right back...
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    98 Explorer AC Blows Hot, even when off.

    1998 Ford Explorer XLT 4.0L. So this issue has a little back story that may be relevant. At one point the AC was working great, ice cold air all the time, then one day it started blowing hot air. I switched the modes around and got hot air on every switch setting except for MAX AC. Running the...
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    Can anyone please help identify?

    I've been working around this part for years and constantly repairing it. This time I'll be replacing the thermostat housing again because the bottom blew out of the one I replaced two years ago. The tube is fine but the rubber "Y" at the end where it goes into/under the intake is old and...
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    Won't Start now....

    Hello fellow Explorers! I desperately need your help. My Dad's 2005 Explorer XLT 4.0 SOHC will not turn over anymore. Initial problem was that it would run extremely rough, and backfire every now and then. Replaced ignition coil, spark plugs & wires, crankshaft sensor. It started...
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    Coolant leak at back of engine captured video of it. Any one know what this is

    The leak is behind the engine between the fire wall and engine. Could not get to it to see it. SO i stuck my video camera and got a shot of it. Kind of crazy video but half way through it you will see a circle with a collection of water in it. This is where the stream poors out. Looks like...
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    2002 Explorer E.B. Weird Electric Issues

    I have a very well maintained 2002 Explorer Eddie Bauer Edition, 4x2, 4.0. Yesterday, I walk out to my truck and hop in to start it...it is totally dead. Completely. I also notice that my driver side power mirror is broken (just the glass part), as if someone tried to pop off the glass and...
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    Growling in the front

    1992 Explorer XLT 4WD. This started about 2 weeks ago but has gotten much worse since. It started as what sounded like a squeaky belt but the sound varied upon speed and not RPM, while driving if you put the car in neutral and turned the engine off it still continued. On Thursday the...
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