Forum: Ford Explorer
May 9th 07, 11:57 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 1
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Radio shuts itself off
Had the same problem with mine awhile back, '98 EB also. Well, actually
both problems. Once with the display and once with the 'shutting-off'.
Both times replaced under warranty. So far so...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
April 16th 07, 01:02 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 4
Views: 304
Changing Headlamp Bulbs?
Herb Kauhry wrote:
> Then you either aren't looking in the right spot or are looking for the
> wrong thing. It's in plain view, if not direct view, about 5 inches down
> and a little aft. There's a...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
April 14th 07, 05:34 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 4
Views: 304
Changing Headlamp Bulbs?
Herb Kauhry wrote:
> Not that hard, but you need flexible wrists. The CD says it all - it's
> exactly that easy.
>
Wish it were Herb, 'that easy' that is. I opened the flaps, but could
not even...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
April 8th 07, 05:07 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 4
Views: 304
Changing Headlamp Bulbs?
Happy holidays,
Anyone have any helpful suggestions for changing the headlamp bulbs
(both sides) in a '98 Explorer EB AWD vehicle? That is anything besides
"be careful NOT to touch the bulbs with...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
March 11th 07, 05:02 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,123
rotors
rtbn wrote:
> I have a 2002 ford explorer eb- I am having my brakes done and they are
> telling me my rotors are completed rusted. anybody else???
>
If they are trying to remove the rotors to...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
January 26th 07, 11:54 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 8
Views: 427
Extended Warranty
Yep, purchased my ESP on the web for my Explorer. I'm in Wisconsin and
the online Ford dealer I purchased from was somewhere in Texas. Same
warranty, half the cost my local dealer quoted. If...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
December 22nd 06, 04:27 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 5
Views: 353
2003 explorer----replacing brake rotors
wrote:
> Steven Hilgendorf wrote:
>
>> Try knocking the rotor(s) loose with a big hammer.
>
> There was a recent thread where a guy had both rear wheel bearings go
> out after...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
December 21st 06, 04:32 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 5
Views: 353
2003 explorer----replacing brake rotors
Depending on the climate you live, they could come off easy or require
extreme persuasion, most likely the latter. Use lots of catalyst,
PB-Blaster works best in my opinion. Spray it, generously,...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
November 19th 06, 04:45 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 9
Views: 642
Rear Wheel Bearings Suddenly Bad...
Depends how bad the rotors were to remove and how a large the hammer
used to knock them free :o) Just kidding... I'm sure it was done the
proper way with a lot of catalyst and/or a little heat. ...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
November 17th 06, 04:24 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 13
Views: 13,323
'98 Explorer V8 Spark Plug Replacement?
You're right, I stand corrected. The new plug is just fully threaded
and does not seat further into the cylinder, just threads further into
the block.
I did change the plugs and the pricey wires...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
November 15th 06, 04:10 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 13
Views: 13,323
'98 Explorer V8 Spark Plug Replacement?
Hello HT, thanks again for your advice/recommendations. Since I started
this thread I've done some searching for answers on this spark plug
issue because I wanted to get the correct, recommended,...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
November 14th 06, 02:44 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 13
Views: 13,323
'98 Explorer V8 Spark Plug Replacement?
HT, after some more research I found out that the SP432 (AGSF32FM) are
the correct NEW plugs recommended by Ford to replace the AWSF32EE. It
seems the AGSF32FM (SP432) is a new Motorcraft...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
November 13th 06, 02:50 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 13
Views: 13,323
'98 Explorer V8 Spark Plug Replacement?
Thank you Xx and Happy Traveler. I will inspect the wires thoroughly
during the plug replacement. My owners manual recommends Motorcraft
AWSF32EE spark plugs for replacement, however all I can...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
November 12th 06, 06:02 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 13
Views: 13,323
'98 Explorer V8 Spark Plug Replacement?
This is my first Explorer and I'm looking for suggestions, and/or
advice, on the best/easiest way to change the spark plugs on my '98
Explorer V8? Would removing the fender liners/skirts make the...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
November 7th 06, 10:12 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 2
Views: 560
'98 Explorer EB V8 -- Check Engine Light?
Hello,
My Check Engine light came on the other day on my '98 Ford Explorer AWD
EB V8 with 66,000 miles. The vehicle runs fine, normal, and there was
no warning whatsoever, just the light.
I...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
October 14th 06, 06:27 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 4
Views: 563
Antifreeze Smell
Sorry, that should be heater core, not 'heated core' :o)
My bad,
Steven
Steven Hilgendorf wrote:
> Just a thought... Do your windows fog up by chance? Check the
> firewall/floor board directly...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
October 14th 06, 06:24 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 4
Views: 563
Antifreeze Smell
Just a thought... Do your windows fog up by chance? Check the
firewall/floor board directly under the passenger side glove
compartment. If the firewall and/or carpet is wet, or damp, chances are...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
September 29th 06, 04:05 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 3
Views: 876
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Forum: Ford Explorer
September 17th 06, 10:19 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,302
Loose Rearview mirror - 97 Eddie Bauer
'98 Removal Instructions:
CAUTION: Do not use tools or other objects to pry the mount or mirror
away from the windshield. Use of tools may damage the mirror mount.
1. Disconnect the inside rear...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
September 10th 06, 04:25 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 1
Views: 664
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Forum: Ford Explorer
September 10th 06, 04:16 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,247
My E85 Experience
If you 'withhold' receipts then wouldn't the date range be skewed :o)
Sorry, I'm an Accountant and it's just my auditing skills messing around
here :o) You are right though, depending how strict...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
September 8th 06, 03:14 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,247
My E85 Experience
Why would "proving you used it for half your fuel would be problematic"?
If you keep receipts reflecting date, gallons/liters, and cost per
gallon/liter there should be no problem proving this,...
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Forum: Ford Explorer
August 6th 06, 03:55 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,194
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Forum: Ford Explorer
August 5th 06, 09:49 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,194
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Forum: Ford Explorer
August 5th 06, 04:17 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,194
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