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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Duty Trucks & Vans -> PRECAUTIONS -> AIR BAG SYSTEM DISARMING & ARMING -> PRODUCT COMPATIBILITY
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

AIR BAG SYSTEM DISARMING & ARMING

Refer to and for air bag disarming and arming procedures.

PRODUCT COMPATIBILITY

Before replenishing...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> Power Brake Unit Service
Vehicle: 2007 Ford Explorer Limited 4.0 V6 GAS

The Bendix vacuum brake booster unit is se...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Explorer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

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

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Double Cardan -> Single Cardan, Flange Yoke -> Single Cardan, Slip Yoke
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Explorer Limited 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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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Ford Explorer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Explorer Limited 4.0 V6 GAS

Refer to F...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Explorer 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove starter motor solenoid terminal cover.
  • Remove B+ terminal nut and disconnect cable.
  • Remove S terminal nut and disconnect cable.
  • Remove starter mounting bolts and stud b...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Explorer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

This lamp should light when engine coolant level in the radiator drops below a predetermined le...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2002 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Explorer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX

  • Raise tensioner by turning counterclockwise, then remove belt.
  • Install new be...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

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

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2004 Ford Explorer  4.0 V6 FLEXEngine Compartment Diagram for 2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX

Components on diagram:
  • Connector C-162
  • Fog Lamp Connector
  • Horn Connector
  • Connector C-1102
  • Side Marker Lamp Connector
  • Under Dash Panel Component Location Views Diagram for 2002 Ford Explorer  4.6 V8 GASUnder Dash Panel Component Location Views Diagram for 2002 Ford Explorer 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Sunload Sensor
  • Main Light Switch
  • In-Vehicle Temperature Sensor
  • Electronic Automatic Temperature Control module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

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

    2002 Ford Explorer Sport 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Ford Explorer Sport 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • A/C Clutch Relay
  • Starter Relay
  • PCM Power Relay
  • Horn Relay
  • Wiper High/Low Relay
  • 2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Ford Explorer XLT 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Battery
  • Starter Motor
  • Generator
  • Powertrain Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: ROOF PANEL/DRIP RAIL REPLACEMENT - SEALING PROC -REV
    Vehicle: 1994 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
  • Document: FRONT AXLE LEAKS FLUID FROM VENT TUBE - 4X4/AWD
    Vehicle: 1996 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Drive Axles, Shafts, U-Joints, CV-Joints
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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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