Some Suggestions For Those needing HELP!

[Glacier991]

First off, if you have an Explorer, you have come the the right place. The knowledge base on here is incredible and people are very willing to help. Ok you may be a newbie but that's ok, we all were or are, depending on the system.

As I have participated on this board, several things have become apparent. Some people come here, DO NOTHING to help themselves by reading and researching, and simply cry "HELP". A particular peeve of mine is the "OMG my check engine light is on, what's WRONG?" There are a zillion codes ... get it read!

There is a search feature on this site. use it. Try and educate yourself. If that doesn't do it, post your question, but give us as MUCH info as you can. Nothing is more frustrating than to be trying to diagnose a problem on the net, only to later find a key factoid was left out.

Believe me, everyone here wants to help one another. I mean we all love our Ex's (EXPLORERS !! not ex spouses!) and love sharing what we've learned - but... do your part too. Help us help you.

Oh, AND, when you get the problem solved, using our advice or otherwise, come back and explain what the problem was and how you got it fixed. THAT helps everyone, even the "helpers".


Happy Exploring

Chris

ps. I repeat - If you have a Check Engine light, get the code read and tell us the exact code. Not what some bozo told you it meant. deal ?

 

[section525]

 

[X~FACTOR]

Well said,Glacier.

 

[Hokie]

Originally posted by Glacier991
There is a search feature on this site. use it. Try and educate yourself.

AMEN Brother

 

[dogfriend]

This thread should be posted at the top of the forum under Important Info.

 

[Redrig]

awwwww man my check engine light just came on anyone know where the search feature is? well said glacier991

 

[Glacier991]

I was JUST reminded why this *IS* an important thread. I wish it stayed up top, not because I am the orig author, but because it would save a LOT of time and frustration for everyone.

 

[Alec]

Oh, and please use a short, but descriptive, thread title.

Not:
HELP!
For Sale
Wanted
need help
question
etc.

 

[Glacier991]

I though the title was helpful. YOU retitle it, you have my permission. Sheesh.

 

[dogfriend]

I think Alec was offering that as a "suggestion for those needing HELP!"

I don't know how many posts I've seen titled "Check Engine Light" or "Help"

 

[Glacier991]

Oh! Doh ! Sorry Alec. Guess it was late and I was overly tired.

Embasassed Exploring

Chris

 

[terdrocket]

WHAT SIZE TIRES WILL FIT ON MY EXPLORER???????

 

[Glacier991]

bump

 

[95limited]

This is a problem on all forums on the internet. You will notice most of the questions that get ask over and over are from new users. You should always do a search before asking any questions. And even more important, the subject should include your problem and be in the right forum.

 

[Nick C.]

Here's to raging!

 

[Campo]

So do we post here when the check search button light is flashing ??

 

[TPLYNCH]

My Ex is making a funny noise. Can you tell me what it is????????