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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+
Cooling System Capacities -> Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks & Vans -> 1992-2002 Ford Explorer & Mercury Mountaineer
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Explorer 5.0 V8 GAS
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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+.
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: 1997 Ford Explorer 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 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 Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1994-98 Bronco II, Escape, Explorer, Explorer Sport & Sport Trac, Mariner & Mountaineer -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1995 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+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2007 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.0 V6 GAS
Front
- Loosen front axle wheel hub retainer.
- With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
- Remove front wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove rear disc brake caliper and suspend aside using mechanics wire.
- Remove front axle wheel hub retaining nut.
- Remove tie rod end nut and separate tie rod end from knuckle.
- Remove stabilizer bar link nut.
- Remove upper ball joint nut and separate upper ball joint from knuckle.
- Remove CV shaft assembly from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
- Torque axle shaft hub nut to 184 ft. lbs.
- Torque upper ball joint nut to 51 ft. lbs.
- Torque ...
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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+.
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections -> Symptom Test
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.6 V8 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Refer to Fig. for diagnostic trouble code identification.
Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector), and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Symptom Test
Refer to Fig. for Symptom Test Chart.
Intermittent & Poor Connections
Intermittents
Most intermittents are caused by faulty electrical connections or wiring. Inspect for the following:
- Wiring ...
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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: 2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove starter motor solenoid cover.
- Remove B+ terminal nut and disconnect cable.
- Remove S terminal nut and disconnect cable.
- Remove alternator mounting bol...
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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 -> Anti-Lock Or Rear Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ->
Vehicle: 2007 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.6 V8 GAS
Red and yellow indicator lamps are used to warn of system faults. The red lamp warns of such faults as low brake fluid level, parking brake On, system pressure differential and other system faults. The red indicator lamp will light for approximately two seconds during engine starting and should go off, unless parking brake is applied or a problem in the brake system exist. The red indicator lamp should reset after repairs to system have ...
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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: 1999 Ford Explorer 5.0 V8 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: 2010 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.6 V8 GAS
Always use square drive tool in hole in tensioner to move tensioner. Never pry on tensioner pulley. When releasing drive belt tensioner, never allow tensioner to snap back. Damage to tensioner or pers...
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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+.
 Liftgate Component Location Views Diagram for 2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4.6 V8 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Body Component Location Views Diagram for 2006 Ford Explorer XLT 4.6 V8 GASComponents on diagram: |
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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.
 1992 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1994 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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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+.
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Document: MIL ON - DTC P0442/P0455 - NO DRIVE CONCERNS - REV Vehicle: 1997 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: CHROME GRILLE - PEELING, BLISTERING OR WRINKLING Vehicle: 2008 Ford Explorer Limited 4.0 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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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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