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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Ford REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Duty Trucks & Vans -> Sensor, Replace -> Ambient Air -> In-Vehicle Temperature -> Sunload
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Ambient Air
  • Remove pin-type retainers and radiator sight shield.
  • Disconnect connector.
  • Remove mounting bolt and sensor.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Torque mounting bolt to 108 inch lbs.
In-Vehicle Temperature
  • Disconnect four clips and remove center instrument panel finish panel.
  • On models equipped with four-wheel-drive, disconnect 4WD control switch connector.
  • On all models, remove steering column cover panel.
  • ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> Bendix Hydro-Max Brake Booster -> Combination Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Hydraulic Control Valves -> Integral Bypass Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

The master cylinder consists primarily of a hydraulic cylinder, primary and secondary hydraulic pistons and a single or dual chamber fluid reservoir. The front brakes are connected to the primary outlet port(s) and are actuated by the primary piston assembly. The rear brakes are connected to the secondary outlet port and are actuated by the secondary piston assembly.

Hydraulic Control Valves

Combination Valve

This multi-function hydraulic control unit consists primarily of a pressure differential valve, brake lamp warning switch and a proportioning valve. A pressure diff...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1999-06 Explorer, Explorer Sport & Sport Trac & Mountaineer
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Single Cardan, Flange Yoke -> Single Cardan, Slip Yoke
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Single Cardan, Slip Yoke

Disassemble

Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing shaft failure during vehicle operation. Place the shaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube. If components are not marked and installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.

  • Index-mark the shaft components.
  • Remove and discard all four snap rings.
  • Clamp bearing cup removal tool No. 205-086 or equivalent in a vise.
  • If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup t...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • On 4WD vehicles, remove front axle dampener bolts and position aside.
  • On all models, remove starter motor solenoid terminal cover.
  • Disconnect starter motor wires.
  • Remove starter motor ground cable nut.
  • Remove starter motor mounting bolts and stud bolt.
  • Remov...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the Air Bag warning ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump and from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove air cleaner outlet tube.
  • Rotate tensioner by turning counterclockwis...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Transmission Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac  4.0 V6 GASTransmission Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Output Shaft Speed Sensor
  • Reversing Lamps Switch
  • Connector C-142
  • Connector C-172
  • Connector C-169
  • Engine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac  4.0 V6 GASEngine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Connector C-139
  • Connector C-144
  • Connector C-146
  • Ground G-101
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac  4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Transfer Case Assembly
  • Four Wheel Drive Control Module
  • 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac  4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • Central Security Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: 4 WHEEL DRIVE/ALL WHEEL DRIVE - WITH CONTROL TRAC - SHUDDER ON ACCELERATION / DECELERATION OR BINDING ON SLOW TURNS
    Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Sticking, Binding
  • Vibration
  • Auto Systems:
  • Drive Axles, Shafts, U-Joints, CV-Joints
  • Document: SAFETY RECALL - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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