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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

Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Refrigerant System Tests
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Connect a suitable manifold gauge set to discharge (high) and suction (low) pressure fittings.
  • Start engine, then set A/C to MAX position and blower setting to maximum speed.
  • Stabilize in-vehicle temperature to 70-80°F.
  • Maintain engine speed at approximately 1500 RPM.
  • Determine compressor discharge (high) pressure as follows:
    • Record ambient temperature.
    • Record discharge (high) pressure.
    • Discharge pressure is satisfactory if it falls within range shown in Fig. . If ambient temperature is 100-110°F, discharge pressure shoul...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Description -> Aerostar -> E-150 -> E-250, E-350, F-250HD, F-350 & F-Super Duty Series -> E-Super Duty & F-Super Duty -> Escape -> Expedition, Explorer, Mountaineer, Navigator, F-150 & F-250LD -> Front -> Ranger -> Rear -> Villager -> Windstar
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Aerostar

These models use a pin sliding caliper type system, Fig. , in which the caliper slides on two pins attached to the spindle assembly.

Escape

Front

The caliper used on this model is bolted to the spindle assembly using slide pins.

Expedition, Explorer, Mountaineer, Navigator, F-150 & F-250LD

Front

The caliper used on these models is bolted to the spindle assembly and has dual pistons, Fig. .

Rear

These models use a pin slider caliper type system, in which the caliper slides on two pins attached to the spindle assembly.

E-150

These models use the LD (Light Duty) pin rail sliding caliper...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Gasoline Fuel Injected Engines Except Escape, Freestar, Mariner, Monterey, Villager, 2005-06 Aviator, Explorer & Mountaineer, 2005-06 Expedition & Navigator & 2004-06 F150 & Mark LT
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

The fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. This residual pressure must be relieved before servicing the fuel system. To avoid injury or fire, release pressure from the fuel system before disconnecting any fuel line.

The fuel system pressure must be relieved prior to disconnecting fuel lines to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery ...

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Four Wheel Drive (4WD) -> Front -> Rear -> Two Wheel Drive (2WD)
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Front

The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch located in the rear jack storage area. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.

  • With vehicle in neutral, raise and support vehicle.
  • Index-mark front axle pinion flange to front driveshaft.
  • Remove transfer case skid plate.
  • Index-mark transfer case pinion flange to front ...

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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+.

Auxiliary Box No. 2 Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GASAuxiliary Box No. 2 Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Trailer Tow Relay
  • Window Safety Relay
  • Battery Saver Relay
  • Interior Lamps Relay
  • Indicator Flasher Relay
    • Rear Window Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GASRear Window Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Remote Anti Theft Personality Module
  • Rear Window Motor
  • Connector C-351
  • Connector C-466
  • Connector C-3007

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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:
  • Roof Opening Panel 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:
  • Remote Anti-Theft Personality Module
  • Door Lock Relay
  • Door Unlock Relay
  • Driver Door Unlock Relay
  • Door Lock Actuator Passenger Side

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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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