a few Sport trac questions...

[BeastMode843]

Hey fellas, i got a couple questions in reguards to my 2001 sport trac.

1st - It makes squeaking noises going over bumps. would could it be? Its coming from what sounds like the front end, maybe the shocks?

2nd - My ABS light comes on once in while, but when i shut the truck off and restart it doesn't come back on? what could this be?

3rd - Can a Brush Guard be installed without removing the tow hooks?

and lastly

4th - The power outlet (in the pass. seat foot area) doesn't work anymore, but the main outlet under the stereo does. What could this be?

Thanks alot

 

[JohnnyO]

1. Probably the ball joints. They go bad. If yours is a 2001, I'm surprised they lasted this long. Get new shocks anyway.
2. The ABS light is probably just caused by some dirt in the sensors.
3. Dunno, I never got a brush guard.
4. Probably either the plug itself or the wiring. I don't know for sure, the power outlets are probably all on the same fuse, but check the fuses first.

 

[BeastMode843]

is there a way to check the ball joints?

i checked the #17 (20A) fuse it was fine, this weekend i'll tear the kick-panels off to look at the wiring for the power outlet.

Thanks-

 

[chad551]

why take the kick panels out, the power outlet is not in them?.. take out the center console that is where the wiring is.

 

[John_Rock]

#1 and #2 are probably dirt.

For #1, wash the underside of the truck and see if the squeaking goes away.

#2, without ABS at least the brakes still work. My Limited's ABS light has been on for years. But, I have checked the 3 sensors for it and the light remains. So probably the ABS unit has a problem. Which is probably very expensive to fix. I haven't had any problems stopping with the Limited.
I probably shouldn't have ABS on the Sport Trac with running 35" tires.

#3, A brushguard can be installed and still have the tow hooks. Mine came that way when I bought it from the dealer. You just have problems with the tow hooks if you install a 3" body lift.

#4, I am pretty positive both cigarette lighters outlets in the cab are not on the same fuse. But, I was looking at the manual just now and the one on the side of the center console doesn't jump out at me when looking at the manual.

 

[John_Rock]

4th - The power outlet (in the pass. seat foot area) doesn't work anymore, but the main outlet under the stereo does. What could this be?

Thanks alot

I just came inside from testing this in my 2001 ST. That power outlet's fuse is #22 - Auxiliary Power Socket on the inside fuse box. Maybe you thought #22 was for the power socket in the bed of the truck. But, I believe the power socket in the bed of the truck is fused in the fuse/power distribution box underneath the hood.

 

[BeastMode843]

I just came inside from testing this in my 2001 ST. That power outlet's fuse is #22 - Auxiliary Power Socket on the inside fuse box. Maybe you thought #22 was for the power socket in the bed of the truck. But, I believe the power socket in the bed of the truck is fused in the fuse/power distribution box underneath the hood.

Just to update on this I checked the #22 fuse (20a), it was blown. Replaced and it was like brand new. Thanks alot!! Now i am going to go wash the *beep* out of my ST to see if i can get the squeaking noise to go away, maybe it'll wash off the ABS unit aswell. i have noticed it comes on when i hit potholes or any other bumps.

Thanks

 

[Gus Gorilla]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but an ABS light can be caused by failing wheel bearings.

 

[Flounder]

Hey fellas, i got a couple questions in reguards to my 2001 sport trac.

Also check to see if your sway bar bushings are shot and/or lacking lubrication.

 

[drc752]

If your front end still squeaks going over even minor bumps, try grease around the rubbers on the stabalizer bar. Worked for me.