96 explorer 4.0 push rod eng 175 k miles -Truck starts if I give it a shot of ether, other than that won't run at all. Check inert switch(do they go bad? What test procedure if any). Will try any other test or problem points before I drop the tank and yank the fuel pump. Thanks, Rich

Saw a very interesting article today talking about Brazil's success with flex-fuel vehicles. They are reported to be energy independent and predictions are it will happen here too. I often see Ford refer to flex-fuel engines in their advertising and wonder how I can tell if I have one. Cannot...

My sons car had 180,000 miles on it when the engine was replaced. It was taken too 2 mechanics as the car was running extremely rough and was blwoing out big time smoke out of the tailpipe when we were told that the gasket had a leak and they said due to the labor of taking it apart etc it would be...

I stripped a wheel stud on the rear wheel while changing a flat. I purchased a new stud and bolt at the auto parts store and will try to change the stud tomorrow. The truck has rear disc brakes. Is it simply banging out the old stud and putting the new one in ? Any advice appreciated. Thanks

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I only a one spark from coil while turning engine over! In order to get another spark from coil you have to turn key off and turn engine over again. Thank You for your help with this problem! 1941-9N-Tom

Hello - the back doors of my 98 Explorer XLT will not open from the inside when the doors are unlocked. Any thoughts as to how to solve this problem? Thanks.

Right Headlamp out. Replaced but did not work. Troubleshot by replacing same bulb in left side and it worked. Any ideas where to go from here?

Has anyone had problems with explorer electric door locks. Mine will lock and unlock for no reason or click lock or unlock continously until I shut off the vehicle. If I lock the doors manually or electronicly, after a short time (1-5 minutes) the doors will unlock.

Hi, Please can you tell me how I test the actuator, as mine isn't working, also if I need to replace it, how do I get it out, there are no visible screws/bolts, and what is the little black&silver round thing that seems to be connected to it, any advice / pics or photo's would be appreciated....

I just bought a USED 2001 e350 passenger van with 133k miles. As an insurance policy, I'm looking into a drivetrain (powertrain) warranty. The local Ford dealer said only vehicles bought through the deal can get a powertrain / drivetrain warranty. Anyone know other sources, that are highly...

The Chain tensioner on my 97 SOHC motor protrudes from the head about 2 inches. The factory catalogs make them look like they mount flush to the motor? Can someone enlighten me? Thanks!

Can any one tell me the location (specifically), of the PCV valve. I have tried looking all over for what I think it looks like (the replacement part I purchased) and can not locate it. Please help, Thanks

I just got a error code message of P1780, which tells me the problem is the transmission control switch is out of range. Can anyone tell me what I need to do to fix this issus, and explain what this error code really means? Thanks.. Jerry

my ford makes and awful clunking sound when i turn or go in reverse. a young guy that works for me says its my control arms, but when i go to different websites i can never find these control arms. can anyone point me in the right direction please to locate these. also i am in search of new locks...

my 99 explorer trans stopped working a few weeks ago I changed fluid and filter>and it worked fine for about another week Then last night we got in it and it wont go into any gear I checked the fluid and it looks just like it did before I changed it (dark gray and thick) I pulled the hose of the...

Hi Folks I have a weird ticking noise under heavy acceleration in my 04 EB explorer. Does not hurt acceleration just makes an awful noise. (like lifters that are not getting any oil) Dealership says its normal, not to worry. Should I TIA db.

The court settlement requiring Ford to pay for the repair of your cracked plastic V8 manifold became final on Dec. 16, 2005. If your vehicle is eligible, you have just til Mar. 16, 2006 to apply for your refund. Go to your Ford dealer, or see flamingfords.info, for details. You do not have to...

Hi, I've just bought Ford Explorer 2002 XLS with its factory made in-dash radio/CD. I'm interested to find a way to connect my MP3 player to this head unit without using FM transmitter. As far as I've seen there is no Auxiliary or line-In input in the head unit, so what exactly do I suppose to...

Had both rear wheel bearings replaced on a 2002 Explorer at a local Ford dealer. The obnoxious noises from the rear of the car have been replaced by silence. An incredible difference. I am curious though.... This is shown as a 3.1 hour job in ALLDATA (I assume their times come from Ford) yet the...