I cannot regulate the temp any longer on my '97. The dealer says its the "door" module and will take 10 hours to remove the dash and get to it. He says it will cost $1200 to fix without even looking at the compressor, dryer, etc. If that needs fixing, it will cost another $1200. Could this be...

Xpress Lube offers a transmission service that appears to suck the old fluid out and replace it with new. All of this without the usual filter change. Car Talk guys do this. How does it work? What if I stick a tube down the dipstick hole and siphon all I can and then replace the fluid? I...

I need to replace the factory speaker. What tool do I use to remove the door panel, and how do I begin?

I can turn the compressor, but it won't "engage." The fanbelt part turns. the inner part turns by hand. Is there a thermal switch that kicks on the clutch? I've looked for a fuse, but no luck. Is there a "short" that would force it to work?

Is there an easy way to remove the speedometer and replace the bulbs?

There are 4 holes. Someone said to use a coat hanger. True?

What is the easiest way to change the bulbs in the speedometer?

new to the group & was hoping someone could help with a question. just bought a 2001 explorer sport & noticed in the owners manual it said to only use one type of anti-freeze, by ford of course, but, it also had other ford types but said not to use those. pretty confusing.....what would happen if...

2011 Ford explorer 4x4 Rotors, are the front and back interchangeable -- for full context, visit https://www.motorsforum.com/ford-explorer/rotors-21273-.htm

My car jerks as if its running out of gas when I try to accelerate and it hiccups when it idles also. The fuel filter is new. I spent $210.00 on diagnostic testing that told the mechanic the same thing I told him and injection treatment that will take a week to run through my tank. So, I walked...

I cannot start my car. When I turn the key in th eignition, it sounds like my battery is low but when I get it jumped with cables and I turn the key to start, all of a sudden the instrument lights are blinking disorderly and the doors lock and unlock alternatively like if the car was haunted....

When I turn steering eather way it makes horrible squeeling/grinding sounds. Got out of car and pussed down on front right finder and makes creeking sounds like metal on metal. Was told to lub bushings and see if it works. Being a woman I am curious if this really works and grease it and no noise....

Recently my check engine light has come on. It only comes on while on the highway going about 75mph. It sets a code and turns off. Any Ideas???

Yesterday I was under the hood and then let the hood down unaware that the hood clamps were in the closed position. I have tried with three people to pry it open with our hands and just cannot undo it. i have tried opening it by pulling the hood release and pulling the hood up at the same time but...

There's a new rattle coming from the rear door... ughhhh? Can anyone please tell me how to remove the plastic panel so I can see what it is? I tried to pry the plastic panel edge up but I'm afraid I'm going to break it.... Thanks!!!!

No one had any input so here's one way, fyi: for a 1996 XLT, open the rear window, remove the gasket around the window opening, use a broad screwdriver to pry out the plastic rivets around the top of the plastic molding, there's about 6 of these. Remove the screws holding the inside pull strap,...

'98 Ford Explorer I just discovered I that I have a minor oil leak underneath the engine not sure yet if it's coming from the oil plug or the oil pan itself. Does anyone have any experience in replacing the plug or the oil pan itself? How much will it cost to have the oil pan replaced? Although...

Do they make sway bars for 1998 Ford Explorer? I can't seem to find any info on their website so I guess they don't. :-( Can anyone verify this? Thanks

Can anyone recommend a shop in SF Bay Area where I can get my 98 Explorer lowered? I found a place that sells the parts but they don't do install. Thanks

Hello The rear view mirror on my 92 XLT just fell off (79,000 miles on the truck and it's still like new - except for the mirror). I've checked all the old posts and the former Singleton site and don't see anything on this particular issue: When the mirror fell off, it left like a little plastic...