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Ac problem and tried everything
2004 Eddie Bauer dual climate control. Electric controls. With ac selected on cold to both sides, im getting warm outside air on driver side and cold on passenger. I checked actuator on driver side and it works. Also removed radio and controls and I can see that the door is in position for...- Primetime121179
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- ac problem and problem tried everything
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- Forum: Stock 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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ABS problem?
2014 V6 FWD. Had the vehicle in the shop after my wife said she was driving and it suddenly sounded like she was driving on the front right rim. They couldn't find anything wrong with it. I was thinking it was a wheel bearing. Over the weekend, I was driving when the noise happened again...- aquapong
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- abs problem
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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AC recharge problem found the cause?
Hello, AC was not working. Tried to charge and wasn't accepting. Thought about jumping low pressure switch with paper clip. Is this it below? 4.6L 2003. Also, I think I found the problem. Wire is broken on this, so if this is the switch.. Then I need a new one? Official name for...- 2003 Centennial
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- cause found problem recharge the
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- Forum: Stock 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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Problem with the digital gauge cluster dropping out some screens.
I have a 2025 Explorer Platinum Problem with the Digital Gauge Cluster: Customizable Display: Drivers can customize the information displayed, including speed, RPM, fuel levels, trip information, and driver assistance settings. Every couple of days, (especially when it hot 100+), the...- 21iscOOL
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- cluster digital gauge gauge cluster problem
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- Forum: Stock 2020 - 2026 Ford Explorer & Lincoln Aviator
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Electrical problem
Hello all, I have a 1996 bone stock Explorer XLT inbeautiful shape. Recently I have been struggling to fix this problem. Here are the simptoms: When rrolling up the drivers front window, it pulses and the 4WD light flashes with the pulsing. And when you place the car in gear the engine shuts off...- AA7KN
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- electrical electrical problem problem
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- Forum: Stock 1995 - 2001 Explorers
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2019 Explorer fuel problem
I have a 2019 ford explorer base model, it’s like it’s getting over loaded with fuel and won’t start. If I pop the fuel rail loose at the quick connect and let pressure off, it fires right up, any thoughts suggestions.- codyfults24
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- 2019 explorer explorer fuel fuel fuel problem problem
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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04 ford explorer problem please help
Hi yall i have an 04 ford explorer that i just redid all the timing componets on put everything back together but when i push the pedal it wants to bog down and die like somethings clogging the fuel or something it just dies eventually if i floor it- wickedx602
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- explorer ford ford explorer please help problem
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Help with odd problem when hot
Hey everyone, first post, I am stumped on this problem. 2007 4.6 with 6R60, only 58K, when it gets hot, it starts to shudder so bad it can't be driven, pop it in neutral and it will rev up fine and it will burn rubber in reverse. I just got the vehicle, I have changed all the fluids including...- Mikes Build Shop
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- help hot odd problem with
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- Forum: Stock 2006 -2010 Explorers
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Intermittent Electrical Problem with locks continuing to arm and disarm R. side only
My vehicle was in a Right side pit maneuver that resulted in Body damage to R. rear door and needed repair also Luggage rack warpage with RxR necessary. After closing R. side door with lock on I heard it unlock and relock 7 or 8 times before it settled. Where do I look for the crushed wire?- Plurb21
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- arm electrical intermittent locks problem
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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Explorer 98, 4 door -1 out of 4 lock / unlock problem
Hello, 2nd generation Explorer owners. I'm from the Czech Republic and I own an Exe 1998, 4 doors, 4.0 SOHC. I left the car for about two months and now I find that something has happened to the locks. All doors, including the trunk, are locked using the central unit, but unlocking only works...- 999fff
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- central door explorer key lock problem unlock
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- Forum: Stock 1995 - 2001 Explorers
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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...- bas j
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- 4x4 explorer issue problem
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- Forum: 2001-2005 Explorer Sport Trac
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Transmission clunk(metal on metal) when when first shifting from 1st into 2nd gear
Hello, I have a 2005 ford explorer 4.0. it has 195k miles on it and i assume the second transmission in it (but I don't really know, i just read that those 5r55s transmissions blow up at about 135k miles). I did 3 pan drops and fills and had to replace the solenoid pack. My transmission makes a...- Josef161
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- 5r55s clunk cold first gear noise problem scrape second gear starts start transmision
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- Forum: Stock 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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Remote Start Heated Seats
Thought i would throw this out there. There is a known issue with the 2016-2019 model year Explorers with integrated heated seats and remote start. I can only speak that it affects the limited trim and up with the heated and ventilated seats. I have my remote start climate settings set to "auto"...- ISTGradFromPSU
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- heated seats problem remote start
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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14’ Sport driving issues.
I bought a used 14’ Sport in January with 86k. Love the power of my car, I added a K&N cai and Diablo Sport tune. At 90k I had my passenger front wheel bearing changed. 99k a/c compressor, dryer, orifice tube, and front strut mounts. Thank God for extended warranties! I’ve only paid $100 for...- Tygold
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- ecoboost handling problem sport strut issues suspension suspension issues turbo wander
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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2002 Explorer Auto Lamps Problem
hello, I hope you are well, I have a problem with my automatic lamps, when I put the switch of the lights in automatic position my lights turn on but never turn off being daytime unless the ignition is shut off after 30 seconds the lights off, I checked Fuses but all are good, someone has...- LuisPaulin
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- 2002 auto lamps drl explorer problem
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- Forum: Stock 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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Air only coming through defrost - After thermostat housing replacement
2001 ford explorer XLS, 4.0 sohc Okay, so I know I have seen this issue around the forums before but I can't seem to find it. The air set on max will not blow through vents, only through the defrost. It worked fine before I began performing a radiator flush/thermostat replacement.... in which...- Aliceinchainsaw
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- air defrost problem
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- Forum: Stock 1995 - 2001 Explorers
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2003 Mercury Mountaineer Loud chatter coming from underneath
I woke up this morning to drive my girlfriend to work and the car was fine as the engine warmed up there was some strange chattering coming from maybe my feet. Seemed to be coming from the transmission because i’d put it in neutral and rev it and there would be no chatter. As i kept driving the...- felixyandere
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- 2003 help mercury mountaineer please help problem tranmission tranmission problem transmision help trouble shooting
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- Forum: Stock 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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Emission part won't reset, No codes
I have an 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4WD. It was a repo and I got the vehicle for under $900. The one who had it was rough as hell on it apparently, so I am having to work on it. I went to have it inspected and they said it was showing not ready. I hooked up the two scanners to it to...- stonecoldsteele2018
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- 2003 sport trac xlt emission problem reset
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- Forum: 2001-2005 Explorer Sport Trac
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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...- The4leaker
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- explorer ford issue problem shift transmission
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- Forum: Stock 1995 - 2001 Explorers
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Driver Door Lock Problem
Hello, I have a 99' Explorer Sport and I recently started using the key fob remote to lock my car again and recently the driver door lock won't go up. If I press the unlock button, it will go up a little and then go back to being locked. You cant open it from the outside after unlocking it. So I...- Mazior R.
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- driver door problem
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- Forum: Stock 1995 - 2001 Explorers
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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...- cantornikolaos
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- 3rd 5r55 explorer ford gen issue problem servo third thransmission
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- Forum: Stock 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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97 explorer sport steering problems
hey does anyone know why my 1997 explorer sport stalls? when i turn the wheel from lock to lock (all the way left or all the way right) and also when i shift it from reverse to drive or park to drive. I could also be gently turning the wheel as i take off with out pressing the accelerator and...- Gabcar8321
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- 1997 97 problem sport steering
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- Forum: Stock 1995 - 2001 Explorers
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Ford Explorer OHV 4l OD Light flashing!
Hey, i got the infamous OD light flashing on me... And at first the truck was all normal. But now when i stop at a Junction to wait on a car its like the converter stops working. You can push Down the throtlle, and rev the engine. But you won't move before you change it from "drive" to "1" gear...- Jovnna0901
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- 1995 2gen 2gen explorer converter explorer ford fordexplorer ohv problem transmision
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- Forum: Transmissions & Transfer Cases
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No headlights, only high beams?
No clue what is causing this issue, Only the brights burn, no low beams. On occasion the low beams will stay on for a moment if you turn the brights off. Burning brights all the time isn't ideal. Currently my high beams are not that bright (could be the bulb or whatever is causing the low beams...- SJSJJ
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- headlights problem sport trac 01
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- Forum: 2001-2005 Explorer Sport Trac
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What is this ticking sound when starting 2004 Explorer? (Video)
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...- cityroamer
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- 2004 4wd engine noise problem ticking ticking sound
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- Forum: Under the Hood
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Power Liftgate Issues
This is crazy. Just purchased a 2014 Explorer XLT pretty much loaded. Had dealership activate remote start for us as part of deal, and of course order new keys. First set of keys were 4 button with remote start, but they forgot about our power liftgate on the original remotes, so they ordered 5...- butlerjd
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- drops falls lift gate liftgate power problem
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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Problem, about to stall and battery guage.
Hello guys. I have remote start on my 2000 Explorer XLT 5.0. I remote started it today and when i got in. The rpms were running lower then normal, almost like she was going to stall. When i stop at a light or shes idling, The RPM would go up and down between 500-1000 RPM and it sounded like she...- Domdabomb20
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- 2000 explorer problem stall xlt
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- Forum: Stock 1995 - 2001 Explorers
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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...- Chargers21
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- 4x4 bronco 2 bronco ii issue problem
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- Forum: Bronco II
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Loud Whistle Noise When Moving (Consistent, Seems Unrelated to Engine)
Hello All, I'm hoping the community can help me track down the cause of a surprisingly loud whistle-like noise that occurs only when moving. Here is a list of the conditions: Easily heard within the cabin Doesn't really fluctuate, definitely doesn't change with RPM Occurs even with engine off...- cgrady17
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- noise problem whistle
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- Forum: Stock 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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99 explorer trouble starting, loss of power and dying.
Hey guys, so I have had this problem going on for a while now. At first it would lose power suddenly going up a mountain to get to work. I would have to switch it to nuetrel get the rpms up then switch it back to drive and it was fine. But now it is gotten worse. Starting it up it turn on but...- Tward_bs
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- ford problem
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- Forum: Under the Hood
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DRL, tail lights and dash lights not working
So I turned my headlights on before and noticed that my dash lights didn't turn on. Then I got out and realized that my day time running lights, tail lights and license plate lights were also not on, only the headlights were on. Any one have any ideas on what could be wrong? I checked the fuse...- Mudstang9443
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- drls problem tail lights
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- Forum: Stock 1995 - 2001 Explorers
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*Please Read* Heat Promblem Still Not Fixed?
Hey everyone, so today was a busy day. I changed the spark plugs and wires on the Explorer, it runs a lot better now. Finally! But the other problem I was trying to address was how come I have no heat. I took the dashboard apart and got access to the heater core. I let the truck warm up and it...- djleatherb15
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- core drive heat problem stock
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- Forum: Stock 1991 - 1994 Explorers
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Heat Not Working
Hello, I have a 1992 Ford Explorer XLT. The current issue is that the heater doesn't work. All of the vents blow out air but it is not warm. I let the vehicle get to operating temperature and felt the hoses that go to the firewall and they were both warm. The top one was warmer then the bottom...- djleatherb15
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- cold explorer heating problem xlt
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- Forum: Stock 1991 - 1994 Explorers
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'98 Explorer blows heater all the time. No A/C
So its a 98 ford explorer xlt. The heater is constantly on, coming lightly through the floor vents and defroster vents near the windshield. The blower speed knob works to change fan speed, but the knob to change temp does nothing and the directional knob to change vents does nothing. If it is...- jacques38
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- a/c heater problem
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- Forum: Stock 1995 - 2001 Explorers
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2006 V6 Went Boom (please help)
Okay so my 2006 explorer v6 xlt was fine. My dad hit a deer a while back when it was his but all that's been replaced except he said my radiator was cracked so keep up with your coolant every month or two. So I've been driving it around fine, no problems. Even some light to heavy mudding but...- reef
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- boom coolant problem radiator spray
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2015 Sport didn't make it off the dealer's lot without issue - do I have a lemon?
This was my first ever Ford purchase. I am still undecided if it will be my last. On Friday I never drove it off the lot because as the salesman was doing the walk through on the vehicle with me and my wife, the dealer was unable to lock the driver's door. All the other locks would work, but...- firefrog
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- lemon problem
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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Leather Seams Issue
I have a new 2015 Ford Explorer LTD. Just over 1 month old and 1000 miles. I noticed the passenger seat leather is starting to separate at the seams...the thread seems to be fraying and sticking up. I made an appointment with my dealer to take a look at this (the driver's side is fine)...has...- JenB1972
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- 2015 leather problem seats
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- Forum: Stock 2011 - 2019 Ford Explorer Discussion
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Only switches from 1st to 2nd if I pump gas
Hello all. My 94 Ford Explorer began to get stuck in first gear. When leaving a stop light, the transmission didn't slip but the RPMs continued to climb without switching gear. I figured out that if I wait until the RPMs get around 2000, I can quickly release the gas and slowly repress the gas...- freaksarise
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- gear problem transmission
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A/C issues
Hey folks, Big thanks to the active forum members. This is a great place for fellow lovers of the Explorer. I have been having A/C issues for some time. Now I'm sure most of you at this point are already thinking to yourself "blend door actuator" but I don't believe that is the problem. My A/C...- hawker476
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- a/c a/c blowing on defrost air conditioning problem
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- Forum: Stock 2002 - 2005 Explorers
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2006 4.6 Liter V8- Cam problems
Hi. This is my first post. I am stupid when it comes to cars. I am trying to research if "my problem" is a Ford problem. My 2006 Explorer had 32,000 miles when I bought it. Sometime after that we heard the ticking that I have since learned may be something about a stuck lash adjuster? Our...- JP1968
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- 4.6 explorer advice cam problem
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- Forum: Stock 2006 -2010 Explorers