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    Intermittent, high pitched squeal, front end 2015 LTD

    Help! Hello! Intermittent front end squeal while driving. Have replaced belt, tensioner, pulley. Not AC related. Not brake related. Not speed related, although it stops when my car is almost at a stop. Noise starts at about 4-5 miles after starting morning drive, and is random after that...
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    2001 EXP SPORT FRONT END SWAP TO 2ND GEN EXP.

    Hi there everybody! Besides being new on the forum, I'm also new on anything related to Explorers, I've had 2 2nd gens so far and have loved them. My question is: Do any of you know if as the thread says: "swap a 98 front end to a 2001 exp sport"? Been looking around for information but nothing...
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    Funky problem (to me)

    Brand new to the forum and I'm lost... I've a '91 2dr V6 Explorer 'Sport' 4X4 - a beater with a heater... Normal driving, 15-20 miles, no problems noted. Finally took it to town (50 miles) and got an intermittent check engine light. At the first stop light, stuck it in N to listen to...
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    Transmission Issue

    Hi All- Im a new member to the forum and wanted to first say HI! I have a 1994 Explorer with 175,000 miles on it. About a week ago I was reversing my truck off of a steep incline. After, i was out I parked it and returned about an hour later. As I started to drive I noticed that 1st gear...
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    What Radio system do I have?

    I have this radio system but I don't know if this is the MACH audio system or the Premium one.. Help?
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    2 rebuild a4lds no reverse HELP!

    hey i recently rebuilt 2 a4ld in two different 94 explorers, and they both work fine but lack reverse... i didnt clean the valve body on either... could that be the problem? Both the trans's were repaired due to burning up clutches because fluid leaked out... what do you guys think? there is...
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    Returning squeal

    So, I have a squeal under the hood. I know I had posted about this previously, but I thought I had fixed it with the replacement of the water pump and belt. Now, after that, the squeal was gone for a few days, but it seems to come back. I replace the belt, squeal goes away, then returns. I've...
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    2006 explorer 4x4 problems

    I just bought a 2006 explorer. i haven't been able to use the 4x4 since my purchase. It makes a horrible loud noise upon engagement and it gets worse the longer it is engaged. I am familiar with 4x4's and it is not the sound from road noise or simply the noise of 4x4. My dealer has had the car 5...
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    Wanted performance!!!!

    ok i know very little about the specs on my 1994 expo it has of coarse a 4.0 but how can i get maximum power for minimum cash without a engine swap because i was considering going with a gen 2 SOHC but heard about the timing issues and said ok ill go with a 5.0 out of a 96 explorer but it seems...
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    1997 Mercury Mountaineer 5.0 in a 1991 Mustang. Will this work?

    Ok so i have a 1997 Mercury Mountaineer with a 5.0 (302) motor. The Truck was wrecked from the back and totaled out.. The 5.0 is in great condition, and i dont want to get rid of it. So I've been looking around for a 88 to 93 mustang that needs a motor. I found a 91 with no motor for $500 the...
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    Lower brake lights don't work

    Hi, New to the forums but I've been reading for like the last week or so about my issue and have yet to find a fix so I'm making this thread. Here's my issue: My 98 Explorer XLT doesn't have working lower brake lights. The upper one at the top of the back window works while driving but...
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    2003 Explorer - Window Regulator.

    A couple of months ago, the front passenger window in my 2003 Ford Explorer stopped working. I bought a new window regulator and motor from Pep Boys (a Dorman). After installing the new one, I tested it out in the driveway, and the window went up and down. Half an hour later when I got in my car...
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    Climate control problem HELP!!

    I'm new here so bear with me.. I have a 1998 Explorer sport (which was given to me not too long ago) with 195+k on it she still runs great. except... last week my climate control decided to ''malfunction" The problem: no matter which way the temp knob is turned, its always hot.... also...
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    Im a noob

    Hey my name is emilio and im 15 and just started driving and got my parents 03 4d explorer xlt. When they bought this car they didnt really plan on going off roading so they got a 2wd. Im really wanting to turn my soccer mom car into an offroading beast but my dad is a duecher and doesnt want to...
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    Front axle won't engage.

    Hey, My friend just got a older...'94....anyways, it's in reasonably good shape, low milage, etc...only thing: He didn't check out the 4 wheel drive when he bought it...He was wondering why it got stuck...well, low and behold, the front axle isn't engaging...the front shaft turns in 4X, just...
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    4r44e External wiring

    I have a 1997 Ford Ranger XLT with a 4r44e automatic trans. While looking underneath the truck I noticed one plug that connects to some type of module on the bottom of the transmission that has a wire with exposed copper. I would like to find a replacement but can't find a part number. I'm...
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    99 explorer wanting to build up to take to baja way later on

    i have a 99 exploder that im looking to build up and run in a class in baja someday. my only problem is that i dont know what classes i can run in that allow the mods i want to put on (suspension, wheels, etc.) could someone enlighten me a little bit. the car will remain stock until i can figure...
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    Need help deciding, gears or tuner

    Hey, as you may already know i have a 2001 explorer sport 4.0 sohc with 325/60/r18 tires and 18x9 rims,and 3.73 gears (stock), an intake and exhaust. i have been trying to decide on which gear setup would be right, i finally decided on 4.56 gears. Now i am wondering which would be a better mod...
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    Anybody know how to replace the front bumper on a '99 ford explorer?

    Fender benders suck. Im trying to replace the front bumper on my own but it would be great if i could get some help. Can anyone give me instructions, or tips, or websites where i could find instructions would be great. instruction pics would be awesome too. Sorry if this has been posted by...
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    Powerdyne supercharger help!

    :exporange Hello, Im a new member and having a problem with a Powerdyne Supercharger and need your help! I purchased a used kit for my 1997 gt40p headed engine that I put in a old 74 Bronco. Its Fantastic! However the kit is missing a Alternator relocating Bracket. As they dont make the kit...
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    Grinding Squealing Sound When In Reverse and When I let off the Accelerator!

    I was just driving my 1995 Ford Explorer XLT 4wd When all of a sudden I let off the gas while going down a hill and it started making this strange, annoying and loud grinding squeal. When I push the accelerator it goes away. I've been having problems with my Overdrive lately too. The O/D off...
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