02 rear problem

[Mike02]

I have a 2002 Explorer that has an unusual loud whining rear. The X has 54K and I bought it used with 49K. Dealer says it is within acceptable noise range.
I have a friend who has a 2003 X and has had three rears replaced. The noise
Comes back at around 3000 miles after each change. You would think by
Now FORD could build a X that does not have a problem such as this.
Does anybody else have this problem? I bet a lot of people do.

 

[IAmTodd]

This seems to be a common problem. Seems to be on the Limited slip models. Take a look at the edge of your drivers door on the little white sticker and see what code is listed under axle.

 

[Mike02]

Axil type is D4 on the sticker

 

[IAmTodd]

Yup, 3.73 Limted Slip. We got the same with the same problem. Its going back in to get it replaced.

 

[Mike02]

Good luck on the replacement. My friend is a ford mechanic and is going to change mine soon.

 

[nufan]

Is this omething that ford is going to recall?or our you guys paying for these replacements?

 

[Mike02]

I took out a extended warrenty when i bought my used 02 X. My friend works for FORD and says he will replace mine under warrenty. The dealer where I picked up the truck says he will not cover it under warrenty. This is a BIG PROBLEM with 02 and 03.
Not sure if any others are effected. NO! ford will dance around replaceing the rear if you complain.

 

[Free_Lunch]

I had the same problem on my 04.
Replaced rear end.

Noise is back.

No linited slip.

 

[Mike02]

Got to tell you, my 92 X runs and sounds much better than my 02. And my 92 has 165K. Ford needs to get it together!!!

 

[IAmTodd]

Got to tell you, my 92 X runs and sounds much better than my 02. And my 92 has 165K. Ford needs to get it together!!!

I agree! Having to get the tranny built at 33k isn't acceptable!