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    2014 Explorer 3rd row power issue

    2014 Ford Explorer just purchased with a 3rd row seat folded over and stuck, no power to the switch, no motor noise. Checked the under hood relay and it is getting power to the pin and that verifies the 30a fuse is good. I found a diagram online and it looks like theres another 10a fuse near the...
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    Intermittent low power issue

    2013 Explorer XLT V6 AWD. 110K miles. Having an intermittent issue, sometimes it runs great and others it's sluggish/stuttering and very slow acceleration. Occasionally will have a strange whirring sound at lower RPMs also. Seems worse when rear AC is on. I changed plugs/coils, cats after P0430...
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    PSP issue?

    need some assistance from the braintrust. '03 sporttrack 4.0 with 145k miles. about 3000 miles ago PSP, started whining bad. replaced pump about 500 miles ago.recently, the replacement pump started gettin louder and louder ended up sounding like this. noise stops when turning wheels. took pump...
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    Diagnosing AC issue

    I bought a 2001 Mazda B3000 3.0L V6 a few months ago. When I got it the defrost was the only vent working. This was just a disconnected vacuum tube and a simple fix. Now that I have the air blowing again, I don't have AC or Heat. It looks like the previous owner disconnected the heater core...
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    Possible fuel issue? Injectors?

    Hey everyone. I was hoping to get some diagnostic help with my 1993 xlt 4x4 5 speed manual. Ive been having issues for a while now with what I feel is fuel. Ive replaced the Fuel pump (first a junk yard find and then a brand new delphi). The fuel filter has been replaced. The throttle...
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    Fuel issue, stalling , no cel

    Currently trying to hunt down an issue with our 2017 exployer with the 3.5 ecoboost. After driving for a while if you let it idle it will stall. I hooked up forscan and low pressure and desired low pressure stay consistent. However when the vehicle began to stall the high pressure started to...
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    Weird loss of power issue

    Ok, so I'm having a strange issue where my 1997 Explorer 4.0L starts, idles, and runs fine, but after about 20 minutes of driving, it completely loses power and starts misfiring. It'll throw a code for the misfire and running too lean, and in pending codes, it says "P1131 Lack Of HO2S Switch –...
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    2025 Explorer USB issue

    In my 2019 Explorer I was able to use voice commands to select songs, artists, genre, etc. from the flash drive in my USB port. Using the same flash drive in my 2025 Explorer, I am able to play songs from the flash drive, but I cannot use voice commands to make any type of selections. Any...
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    2003 ABS Issue

    So, bought a new set of tires for the Exploder and also did some spray on rust proofing and have noticed some ABS issues that came up. Dash light comes on every once in a while then goes back out. I've noticed the pulsating in the pedal when braking on bumpy roads. It does that a few times then...
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    2013 Explorer Sport 3.5 ecoboost timing chain phaser issue

    I tackled this timing chain, phaser replacement job on my Sons Explorer Sport not knowing what all was involved. I have taken it slow, and everything is going good, I got the new chains, phasers, sprockets, guides, etc installed and timed correctly. When I went to install the phasers oil feed...
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    Intermittent Fuel Pressure issue - already addressed common problems...

    I've got a 2008 Explorer Sprort Trac Adrenalin (4.6L) that has a frustratingly intermittent fuel issue, the engine has 165K . Once every tank or so, I'll be driving along and the truck will completely lose all power. I pull off to the side of the road and while the engine is still running, it...
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    1996 4.0l OHV Can drive for maybe 10 miles till I have loss of power, wont start

    Hi I just bought this 2dr 1996 Sport 4.0 ohv. some background info, skip down if you want. it has 134k miles, has maintenance records back to when they bought it. The truck was given to his son who I think started doing IMO (but, I'm also uneducated in this) dumb modifications. He wired a stereo...
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    No Power Dome Light and Cargo Light

    i have a 1999 Explorer and i forgot to disconnect the battery and tried replacing the cargo light, now my power windows, cargo light, and dome light don’t work does anybody know what the issue could be?
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    Instrument cluster gauge dead

    1995 Cluster gauge went out one day. Removed instrument panel and took out each gauge. Burnt plastic smell coming from the gas and temperature gauge set. Slight discoloration on white plastic under temperature gauge housing only. Nothing severe. Everything else is fine. Circuit board/ film was...
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    2015 EXPLORER FPIU ISSUE

    My 2015 Ford Explorer FPIU won't start. All my electronics come on, but it will not start. It has over 189,000 miles on the odometer, and it was just subject to an oil change a month ago. I got it from a guy that got it from the city of Columbus, Ohio and the only thing he had to fix on it was...
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    02 explorer 4x4 light low

    hello, i have a 02 explorer limited v8 and when i put the ignition key on it lights the 4x4 low light a few seconds and after a few seconds it goes out. (the drive is in 4wd auto.) same when you start the engine, 4x4 low comes on for a few seconds . after that nothing can be done with the 4x4...
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    Ford Explorer Issues

    Hi, this is my first time posting to a car forum, sorry if I sound ignorant about cars or anything. I recently started having issues with my ford explorer, it is a 4.0L V6 4WD 1996 Ford Explorer. It started when I took my car home for the holidays, the transmission was slipping a little bit...
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    2016 Explorer Crazy Transmission Issue

    Hello All, I have a 16 Explorer with 36k on it. Since about 25k, I have been experiencing my transmission occasionally slamming into gear. When slowly accelerating from a red light/stop sign, mostly when shifting between 2nd and 3rd gear, engine will go from 2-3k rpm to about 5-6k rpm...
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    5r55e 4th gear to 5th gear shift issue

    Hey guys, first post here, my girlfriend has a 98 4.0l explorer and its not a bad truck but the trans does have some issues. I noticed while driving it it did seem to skip, or slip a little usually while driving up a hill but sometimes youd feel in on flatland. It almost felt like an engine miss...
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    Servo O-Ring Mod A Permanent Fix For 5R55?

    I have a 2004 Eddie Bauer 2WD Explorer with a 4.6L V8. It has 206k on the clock. It has been a joy to drive and I've taken it on a lot of long, long road trips. I've also been pretty careful on the maintenance. There is one problem that is common with this vehicle, that I was afraid I would...
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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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    Trans Slip turning left

    Hi everyone, First time posting, had a bit of an issue with my 96 explorer today. I went to take a relatively sharp left hand corner, not slow but not too fast either wasn't hooning around or anything, and I heard a sharp squealing noise, went to accelerate and the transmission had slipped...
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    '87 Bronco 2 4x4 issue

    So i bought an 87 bronco 2 5 speed with the locking hubs for 600 bucks, starts runs and drives just fine. Just a hunting rig. When i bought it i tested the 4 wheel drive and it worked great, shifted really smooth with no problems. I put my old 31 inch tires on it for a little extra clearance and...
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    Fuel Issue I can't figure out, No CEL

    1992 Ford Explorer, XLT manual tranny, 4 L 3.73 gears stock etc etc New to posting, but I've Lurked here for a while, I've searched everywhere and I just can't figure this out. What's Wrong This problem only occurs when it is hot outside, and generally if not always after the engine is still...
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    Vacuum Issues

    I have a 1998 Explorer with a recently rebuilt motor 4.0 SOHC V6 (intake manifold was not replaced) 2 wheel drive that about 75% of the time sucks air so hard from the line (small 3/8" or 1/2" id hose) that goes from the air filter housing hose (large 3" id duct style hose that's preformed) to...
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    power petals and memory seats issue?

    My wife just got a gorgous Ginger Ale 2013 Explorer fully decked out with all the options. I'm digging all the technology but for some reason the power petals don't move with everything else when we set the memory. We've set the memory buttons on the door as well as the intelligent key. She's...
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    Highway Issues

    Hey everyone, well the old Explorer is once again having problems, I had an issue before I had the leaks in my engine fixed(ALL the gaskets were bad and were changed). Back then I couldn't go over 60 mph because of all the leaks from the valve covers to the intake. That's all been corrected now...
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    Chamberlain/LiftMaster Remotes on visor??

    So this may be an odd question. My house came with a Chamberlain garage door opener, but I have an issue with the remote. My remote does not work when it's on the visor. It doesn't matter if it's on my visor or the passenger. I've tried new batteries, I bought a new remote, I checked the antenna...
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    When the back goes CLUNK

    Hey ya'll I just recently purchased my 95 ford Expo and a bit concerned. It drives perfectly except for one little thing. Every time I hit the brake or go over a bump it feels like something is banging around in the back of my car. My friend said that id could be my rear dif. can anyone out...
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    Rear Hatch Issues (first gen)

    Hey guys, My rear hatch closes and latches...but not completely. it's like if you take your driver door and push it till the latch catches but you can still push and pull it about 1-2 inches...I hope you understand what i am saying lol It stays closed and i cant even pull it open. Lights...
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    Help Engiune Chugging TRANs issue?

    I have a 07 eddie bauer 4.6l with 78,000 recently it seems to be chugging almost like a sputter when im in 4th or 5th gear 40-60 also if i step on the gas hard it slips out feel like the trans droped on the road. I recently put a K&N intake on it and also and flowmaster 50 series on i removed...
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    Ford Explorer Electrical Pulsating

    My car has a problem. When it idles, whether just started or at a traffic light. The electrical power seems to fluctuate. The clock gets dim and then normal brightness over and over, same as all the rest of the lights(headlights, etc). So it only happens at idle, so...any ideas? Thanks:D
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    Transmission has vibration when shifting into higher Gears

    I have a 1998 5.0 AWD Explorer with a transmission vibration in the higher gears. I dont have a clue what it could be. Could anyone shed light on it? Thanks :exporange:salute:
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