Got a question: I've purchased 4 new Explorers (2 in 2002, and 2 in 2005) and each time getting the factory oil filter off has been a fight. I have a oil ratchet(?) tool that fits the FL-820S perfectly, but slips on the factory installed filters. The factory installed oil filters also have...

The original equipment Goodrich tires on my '05 Limited have suddenly gotten quite noisy. They have been rotated every 5,000 miles and show no signs of any feathered edges or any other unevenness. Naturally, the noise is worst on new blacktop pavement on Interstate 85, where the speed limit is...

I purchased my '02 Explorer XLT w/tow package new in May of 2001. Fourteen months ago (just before the warranty expired), I took it to my servicing Ford dealer to have them check the differential for a whining or howl noise. They determined that it needed new ring and pinion gears so they ordered...

I had an aftermarket cd player installed in my '04 Explorer, and want to take the cd player from it and install it in my son's '96. The units are the same, except for the wiring connectors. Does anyone make an adapter for this? Thanks in advance.

My 1998 Explorer V-8 AWD has a code of P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (Small Leak). I tried changing the gas cap but still get the same code. From what I'ved read, it could be a tiny pin hole in a line or the canister is failing. Where is the evaporator canister...

with engine running to test alternator? does it matter which one? tia

What is the idle speed with AC on and OFF supposed to be? tnx -- 73 Hank WD5JFR

My AC was not very cold so I took it to the dealer and they said the accumulator and cycling switch were both rusted and probably causing a leak. What would cause that - I though the AC system had lots of oil in it to prevent rust? The same dealer fixed it last year by simply adding a lb...

Buying a new car is suposed to be a happy experience, but unfortunately it has turned into the worst nightmare I have ever had. I just pray that my wife is not killed in it. She has bought into the myth that SUV's are safer. We took delivery of a new 2005 Ford Escape about 1:30 today, and...

Can anybody tell me where the outside temp sensor for the in-dash display is? It's reading 15-20 deg. low. Thank you

I am getting ready to sell my Explorer, but still have a balance on my loan, which I plan to pay off once sold. Can anyone explain to me what process they've used to sell a car first, then made the payoff, then waited for the title, and then signed the title over to the buyer? Do people...

I am hearing a growling noise coming from the front end whenever the vehicle is rolling. I suspect it is the transfer case since it was worked on in the past. How can i diagnose the problem myself? And where can I find instructions on how to R&R the transfer case if need be? Thanx -- Posted...

OK, before everyone chimes in and says "that's the well-known and well-documented Mach radio display problem," let me say that my Explorer is a 1996 model and does NOT have a Mach radio. During the day, when my lights are off, the radio display works fine, as it always has. The other day, I was...

The check engine light on my 1998 6 cyl SOHC Sport came on the other day. I had it read at the local parts store and the error was PO430 catalyst system efficiency below threshold. Checking the Haynes manual and searching the internet I cannot find the location of the bad O2. I understand that...

i installed new plugs and wires for a simple missing problem.a few days later the check engine light came on.also,there was soot coming from tailpipe-fuel economy went wild. I changed mafs;checked tps;and other related sensors.i had it hook-up to code finder at parts store and was told my computer...

My dad recently rotated my tires on my 98 Ford Explorer (rear wheel drive) and told me that my brake pads were like non existant. My moms mechanic friend said he would only charge me labor if I gave him the parts. But I am embarassed to ask what parts I need can anyone help me?

Fan will intermittently not come on. AC/heater works fine. Only the fan will not blow at times. Any suggestions?

Well, we've almost pulled the trigger on a brand new 2005 Explorer. What are peoples' opinions on their reliability? I'm forgoing a Honda Pilot, going with an Explorer due to my towing needs, and I guess, future wants. The Honda tows 3,500 lbs, or 4,500 if it's a boat. (? I guess it has to...

1996 AWD V-8 with 150,000 miles. Makes a clicking/crunching noise; can hear it especially well when coming to a stop and there's no engine noise. I'm thinking U-joints? Never replaced anything on the front end except shocks and brakes. Is this a big job? What's it going to cost me? Thanks, Bill

HI! Yesterday my right turn signal stopped working. The light goes on but does not blink on the "dash board" and the light does not blink or go on in the front or back on the right side only. Also, the brake light on the right does not come on and neither does the center brake light. I'd...