Ford Explorer Forum

Belt & tensioner failure

Had an interesting episode with the serpentine belt today and thought it might help others to share it... 97 Explorer s...

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posted by stillnospam

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Re: 1997 Ford Explorer.... weird

Jim.... I'm taking the liberty of ccing this to RAMFE so that others with similar concerns can benefit from it..... Add...

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posted by mechanic

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Noise thump from rear of 99 explorer after fast breaking

There is a Noise thump from rear of 99 explorer sport after fast breaking. 70,000 miles. If you stop slow it does not h...

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posted by marktekmark

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Engine ramps up 300RPM every 3 seconds

Hello, I have a 96 with 125K. At idle, the engine runs at about 900 RPM and every 3 seconds (approx) the engine speed w...

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posted by briang70-news

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97 explorer headlight issue

My passenger side headlight recently went out. I've changed the bulb, but it still won't work. The existing (and the new...

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posted by dndrum

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97 engine in a 91 xlt?

I am planning to install a 97 engine into 91 xlt. Is there a resource that can help me identify some of the issues invo...

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posted by lmarazzi

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Transmission Problems

I HAVE INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WITH MY TRANSMISSION. IT IS AN AUTOMATIC 1998 FORD EXPLORER AND IT IS ALMOST LIKE IT COMES...

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posted by jwar202000

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Radial arm bushings: rubber vs poly?

I am looking to replace the radial arm bushings on my 93 EB 4X4. I was wondering about using polyurethane bushings sinc...

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posted by aa

9 comments posted 22yrs posted by aa

subwoofer installations?

I'm interested in adding a subwoofer (preferably a powered type) to the Explorer. What has worked well for you? Thanks,...

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posted by botmline2

2 comments posted 22yrs posted by botmline2

stock stereo specifications?

For the stock stereo/CD unit on a 2000 Explorer: What is the output power per channel? What is the configuration of the...

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posted by botmline2

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97 EB: How can I improve gas mileage a little bit?

I just got a 97 Explorer Eddie Bauer with the 4L V6 and AWD. The weather is pretty cold and I drive mostly in the city....

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posted by mattylance

29 comments posted 22yrs posted by mattylance

O2 sensor questions.

I brought my '98 Mountaineer to Auto Zone to diagnose my check engine light and was told that my O2 sensor on my second...

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posted by jimtiberio

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1998 SOHC Engine Failure

Hello, I have a 1998 Ford Explorer XLT with a SOHC engine. The other day the engine died and could not be restarted. Th...

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posted by max124us

2 comments posted 22yrs posted by max124us

Electronic Throttle on 2004 Explorers

When I think about electronic throttle control, I begin thinking about the constant reliability issues with the idle ai...

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posted by right_old

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2003 Mountaineer tire pressure

2003 Merc Mountaineer, V-8, towing package. Anyone know why Ford recommends tire pressure of 30-Front and 35-Rear? Have...

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posted by mikecarroccio

6 comments posted 22yrs posted by mikecarroccio