Replacing emissions diagnostic connector (OBDII) on a 2001 Ford Explorer 2001.

[Leggy Jill]

Hi Guys!

Local garage failed my state emissions inspection because the diagnostic connector on my 2001 Ford Explorer is broken. So I have two questions.

1. Where is this thing located on my truck?

2. Can I replace it myself?

I'm pretty good with tools, handguns and driving my Explorer in high heels.

Leggy Jill

 

[94xlt4x4]

Assuming they're referring to the OBDII connector (I can't think of any other diagnostic connector?) it's under the dash, roughly below the steering column. Shine a flashlight in or feel around and you'll find it. The connector should look like this:

You could probably replace it yourself with a new connector or one out of a junkyard if you're ambitious and don't mind soldering in a replacement.

High heels, I dig it!

 

[IZwack]

1) take handgun and point at the old OBD2 connector
2) pull trigger
3) crimp on new OBD2 connector from donor vehicle.
4) fin.

 

[Leggy Jill]

You Rock!

Thanks guys!

 

[BrooklynBay]

Welcome to this forum! I've renamed your thread, and moved it into the EEC-V section.