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Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer Heat Control problem [albert911]
My 2004 had the exact same problem. The Ford dealer here wanted 7 hours labor to replace the whole bellows unit because they had to take out the dash. With this advice the repair took 15 minutes.
Ford Explorer AWD 4WD Questions
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer misses at 56 mph [wwest]
I've seen this on an 04 F-150. Using the tach, check the RPM at 56 MPH. Now find a section of road where you can hold it in 1st gear and do a very gradual accel through that RPM point. (Not too fast or you'll drive right through it.) If the miss occurs at that RPM then you may have an issue with the Crank Position Sensor (CKP) wiring. There's a ... Read More
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer misses at 56 mph [daniel1978]
Since the 4X4 spline/dog clutch cannot possibly be used how is 4WD "automatic" implemented in an '04 Explorer...?
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer misses at 56 mph [daniel1978]
Check the rear diff'l, motor, and transaxle mounts. If the motor or diff'l is able to rotate in it's mounts even slightly during acceleration or decel the transaxle vehicle speed sensor will give momentary eroneous speed readings causing the transaxle to shift in and/or out of lock-up. On the other hand at ~40MPH the "auto" 4WD system should NOT be engaged, perhaps that is part of the problem.
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer misses at 56 mph [wwest]
UPDATE: It's basically a bump or it feels like an engine miss but we've determined it's not an engine miss. We unplugged the 4WD actuator on the transfer case and it stopped doing it. Could it be a wheel sensor or a selector switch? It does it in 4WD automatic. When we unplug the 4WD actuator, it doesn't do it.
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer misses at 56 mph [nvbanker]
I've seem failed motor mounts cause that effect. Our '95 LS400 exhibited those same symptoms due to loose rear diff'l mounts/cushions
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer misses at 56 mph [daniel1978]
Doesn't sound like the engine - it should be RPM sensitive, not speed sensitive. That leaves Transmission. Any idea which gear it's in when it does that? Could be a clutch issue between 4th and 5th (overdrive)... wwest? Any ideas?
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2004 Ford Explorer misses at 56 mph
When I hit 56 mph or there about, my Ford Explorer misses/jerks. It's when you accelerate to 60 mph, it's when you drop speed at 56 mph or so, it misses. It also does it somewhere in the 40mph range (the exact same speed). Any idea what's causing this or what to do to fix it?
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4 Wheel drive on a 2004 Explorer
This is my 1st time driving my 2004 Ford Explorer in the snow. I went to put in into 4 wheel drive this morning and there are no lights or anything that goes on my dash to let me know that i am in 4 wheel drive?? IS this normal?
Ford Explorer Rust
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2004 ford explorer,rust on hood
2004 explorer,noticed paint bubbling front of hood, lifted hood,found paint bubbling undersideof hood, vehicle has 49,000, bought new,garaged,something obviously wrong with these vehicles, dealer no help, FORD should stand up and admit the problem as GM did in the 70s with hoods and trunks on intermediate sedans and coupes, driving for 52 years,many new cars,once they start to rust you cannot stop it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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Re: 2002 Explorer Blower Only Through Vents [stjimm]
Hi stimm I have a 2004 Ford Explorer but yours could be the same. Open your glove box ans gently push the back sides in to each other and then your glove box will drop down some more.Then look with a flash light right in the left top corner behind the glove box. You will see a vacumm rod that is suppose to slide into your vent changer, that could be ... Read More
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer Heat Control problem [albert911]
Thank You albert911, without your knowledge I would of never found my same problem as you found with your Ford Explorer. I fixed mine a little different. I puled on the actuator and was able to get all vents at once with air coming out. So I took off the vent control knob and replaced that with a piece of plastic that I made round to fit in the space and ... Read More
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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Re: over drive light is flashing ??? [jd1759]
I would definitely be interested in participating in a class action suit. I have a 2004 Explorer, 74,000 miles and the transmission just went out. This is infuriating that Ford can get away with this.
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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Re: 2004 Ford Sport Explorer Air Conditioning [kristinacl]
You probably do have a leak, but it could be anywhere from the seal on the compressor shaft to the evaporator, to the condenser, to the hoses and anything in between. It needs a leak detecter installed and a close inspection to find it, then some part will need to be replaced or fixed. You can't easily do it at home, unless you know a pretty competent shade tree mechanic who ... Read More
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2004 Ford Sport Explorer Air Conditioning
I haven't used the a/c in quite sometime. When I had turned it on it was making an odd clicking noise and made the engine sound very rough, and no cold air. Being the woman I am, I asked a couple of the guys what I could do rather than visit the mechanic. I was told to buy the can of freon and one of the guys put it in for ... Read More
Ford Explorer Mercury Mountaineer 2005 and earlier
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Cracked Backlight housing.
I had a 2002 with this problem, a 2004 with this problem, and still have a 2003 with this problem. All of them cracked, Ford replaced them all under warranty until the warranty expired, the replacements all cracked too. This is the reason why Ford changed the tailgate design in 2006 and eliminated the composit sill on the backlight, they couldn't cost effectively remedy the problem. Maybe they should have come ... Read More
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Re: Cracked rear panel in 2003 Ford Explorer [klain]
I have the same problem with my 2004 ford explorer and so far its mum's the word from FORD. I know if atleast 13 other explorer owners with the same problem; what do they think we are "STUPID"? I fianlly got back home and will see the NHTSA at ther DC office and show them this problem and the pictures from the others. They had this same problem before 2002/003 models ... Read More
Ford Explorer Electrical Problems
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer electrical problem [dberkebile]
Sir, what was the end result for your 2002 explorer. My son's has a close issue, it just shut off going up a hill. I have good fuel, spark and air but it will not run and when you touch tyhe power windows button it seems to short the dash out.
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer electrical problem [wojnar]
This sounds suspiciously like what happened to my wife's Explorer 2002 last night. She was driving home and all the gauges, lights, and radio went out. In about 5 minutes or so, the truck stalled with a dead battery. Apparently no warning lights on the dash came on. Going to have the alternator tested and hope that's the problem.
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2004 Ford Explorer electrical problem
Yesterday I had to charge the battery. The car started, but now the gauges, windows, radio, etc. won't work--I checked the fuses--they're ok. Any suggestions?
Ford Explorer Brake Problems
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Re: 2009 Explorer brake failure [tx0141]
I have a 2006 Ford Explorer with a very similar problem. I've had it to the dealer on two occasions, but am still having the same problems. They did put new rear brakes on and it did improve, but have had two episodes since the new brakes. Yes it is very scary. I came much to close to hitting a car in the rear on one occasion. No one seems to ... Read More
Ford Explorer Transmission Questions
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Re: Ford Explorer transmission problems [wwest]
Really good question, but I don't think it did. I think the damage was done to that transmission by the initial fill, and rebuilding the valve body and reflashing was not sufficient to repair it. That's just a theory, it could be they had a batch of bad transmissions that year from France (where they were built), and the fluid thing was incorrect, although it was pretty well documented at the ... Read More
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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Re: 2002 Eddie Bauer Heater propblem [jrampello]
Did you find a solution to your heater problems? Your description of the problem is identical to my issue. I have a 2004 Ford Explorer 4.6l Eddie Bauer with Dual Climate Control. I purchased the HeaterTreater Blend door thinking it would correct the problem, however after I took out the actuator motors (the dual climate control system has TWO), I discovered the BLEND Door was find and both actuators were working ... Read More
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2004 ford explorer
i have a 2004 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl . , and my my ac only blows cold air on the passenger side, and warm air on driver side . can anybody help. im trying to find out if its the blend door or motor.
Ford Explorer Power Port Problems
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer XLT Cigar Lighter Issue [taze]
I have a 2007 Ford Explorer Sports Trac and having this same issue. Just bought it two days ago from the dealer and the power points don't work now. I checked the fuses labeled 21 and 25 (Front Power Point and Read Power Point) and both fuses are fine. I went as far as replacing the fuses just in case and still no luck. I'm getting the run around from the ... Read More
Ford Explorer Noises
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Re: hello [cowgirl2001]
It's the tires!! Hard to believe because it sounded like the truck was going to fall apart when the grinding/thumping starts up. I had a slow leak in one tire, but the others were not in great shape. I replaced all of them just to be safe. Check out this link. http://www.2carpros.com/questions/ford-explorer-2004-ford-explorer-thumping-like- -a-flat-spot-on-tire
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer- Road noise & high pitch sounds [clusterbuster]
Hi, I have noticed that I have started to have that same whining road noice. I talked to my mechanic on it, he said that it is prob. from my now failing power steering pump. He said he has heard the noise before, from not just Explorers, when the power steering pump is going. I also get a almost belt sqweeking sound along w/. the whining sound. I have a '03 ... Read More
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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seems like a common problem?
The vent on my 2004 Ford Explorer began knocking when we turned on the fan for the heater - only cold air would come out, but it was working fine with the A/C. Now it seems to not blow out air thru the vent for either - but feel air coming thru the glovebox. Any ideas and can I fix it myself?
Ford Explorer Starting and Stalling Problems
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Re: 2004 explorer 4.0 [derry09]
I contacted my local Ford dealership and, not surprising, they knew nothing about the stalling situation with the Explorer. On a side note, I noticed that the only time my car stalled was when I had cruise control on at appx. 40mph, on a number of hills. I live on a mountain and there is one long road that goes up and down and so I think my problem may actually ... Read More
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Re: 2004 explorer 4.0 [trebla1]
Im interested in knowing what you found out about your vehicle. Mine just stalled for no apparant reason. I checked all the connections and the battery is good, I have all my lights working but when I TRY TO CRANK IT OVER THERE IS NOTHING its a 2003 ford explorer
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2005 Ford explorer transmission V.6 [yv1md]
2004 with 53,000 miles. Dealer said the solenoid pack needed replacement. Estimate was $895. Took it to a local 3rd generation tranny shop who has an outstanding reputation. Agreed it may be solenoids. $350. They drove it for 2 days after repair and said it was better but still happened when the vehicle was on an incline. Same things I noticed. Pulled and rebuilt the tranny. Said there was excessive wear ... Read More
Ford Explorer Rust
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Re: paint peeling on top of 2004 [trailsandroads]
Have a 2004 white explorer that has a spot about 1 ft square that has flaked off. It is not faded but is flaking off. Have you had any success in getting ford to take care of this problem. HAS ANYONE ELSE EXPERIENCED PAINT FLAKING ON 04 EXPLORERS ?
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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Re: 2004 ford explorer actuator motor [motocrazy78]
It is called a blend door actuator and the dealer repair is about $850 since they have to pull the entire dash. I learned that this is a common issue for the Explorer however there has not been any recall on it yet. I called Ford customer service about the issue and they referred me to my dealer where I have my truck serviced. Luckily, the Service Manager at Blue Springs ... Read More
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer [cinybet]
Sorry, Don't know where it is coming from. Others on this site have described the same problem with cold air coming around glove box area. Wish I could help, but can't.
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2004 Ford Explorer
clusterbuster....I have a 2004 explorer...i see the diaphragm you are talking about. my thing is were is all the air coming from on the right side fire wall. does that have something to do with that broken piece? Please and thanks for any help.
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer heat problems [rabbitt1]
Look at article #270 posted on Jan 24th 2010 and it will give you some information on a possible fix for your defroster. Also, once you pull the glove box door down by pulling the side arms in, you can see a round vacuum diaphragm with a lever on it. You can try to move the arm and see if it will change the direction from floor to defrost. I did ... Read More
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer heat problems [taz15]
I have a 2004 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer that we purchased new (as a left over). When you put it on mix (Floor & defrost) it appears OK, but sounds like something is not opening completely. When we put it on defrost, nothing changes & the air levels stay the same. During on recent snow storm, the top 1/2 of the windshield fogged up on the inside & ice built up ... Read More
Ford Explorer AWD 4WD Questions
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Low 4x4 question
We just purchased a 2004 Ford Explorer, just checking things out and also abit apprehensive about all I have read about the trannys. Any way this question is on the Low light for 4x4 and when pushed should it stay on when engaged and if it only blinks whats wrong? The high switch worked great and stayed lit up both places.
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer Heat Control problem [albert911]
Thanks for the tip. That hasn't happened to mine yet, but it stopped throwing heat until I was able to open the blend door by going thru the glove box....thanks to a tip on this site.
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2004 Ford Explorer Heat Control problem
I have a 2004 Ford Explorer that had a heat control problem that I was able to fix easily in my garage in about an hour. The problem was that I was not getting heat from the defroster when I turned the heater control knob to defrost. Heat only come out of the front vents no matter which position I selected. I removed the glove box so I could inspect under ... Read More
Ford Explorer Noises
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer- Road noise & high pitch sounds [icechopper]
Sold a 96 Explorer last October. Never much trouble with it. Sorry can't find your posting from last Feb. Thanks.
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer- Road noise & high pitch sounds [clusterbuster]
See my posting in the Maintenance & Repair forum from last Feb, msg # 6158 re our 1996 Ford Explorer. Sounds like the same issue, and I'm still looking for an answer.
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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2004 Ford Explorer heat problems
Any ideas as to what would cause cold air to enter through the glovebox area on a 2004 Ford Explorer. It seems as if a vent is stuck open or something. When directing heat to the dash it is directed to both the floor and the dash. The same goes for when you select floor heat only. Am I looking at one problem or a couple of different problems. Taking it ... Read More
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Don
Sounds like a blend door problem. If the door is all the way closed you will get no heat .If I were you I would search some more on 1996 Ford Explorer heater problems. On my 2004 the same thing happened, but there was a clicking sound coming from the actuator that opens and closes the blend door.There was a lever that I could move to open the door You might ... Read More
Ford Explorer Noises
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer- Road noise & high pitch sounds [2005bayliner]
I have a 2004 Explorer that gets a high pitch sound when it is cold. I only happens after I drive it for about 2 miles. It lasts maybe 10 seconds, goes away for a bit and then comes back for a bit. So far I don't know where it is coming from. It almost sounds like a high pitched sound coming from the alternator.I have worked on cars all my ... Read More
Throttle Body Assembly-Backorder
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part shortages
Hi I have a 2004 Eddie Bauer Explorer with power pedels. The servo is bad on the gas pedal and the dealer claims no parts avai!l Any body have any suggestion? Maybe a used assmb is out there some where. Im glad ford didnt ask for a bailout but what about all the suppliers that had to close down??? We are in trouble here
Ford Explorer Suspension and Steering
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2004 wheel bearings
i have a 04 explorer with auto 4x4 ,i've had it for two years and have put 6 wheel bearings on the front left side.the 4x4 hi light flashes and the abs light stays on.the ford garage says the wheel bearing is bad, but there is no noise or any other signs of bad bearing.what is causing this problem, its getting expensive.
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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Re: 95 Ford Explorer No Heat [sange74]
I have a 2004 Explorer with the same problem; heat in the back but not the front. Mine only "clicks" when the control is turned from cool, however it only blows cool air in front regardless of where the temp control is set.
Ford Explorer Noises
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2004 Ford Explorer- Road noise & high pitch sounds
Has anyone experience the road noise with the 2004 Ford Explorer XLT. When I drive I can hear the 2 front wheels contacting the road when the windows are up. It just started to happen recently with all these problems, my suv only has about 62K on it. When i'm cruising at 60mph I hear a high pitch noise too. It it accelerate above or decelerate below that then the noise ... Read More
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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2004 Ford Explorer- Road noise & high pitch sounds
Has anyone experience the road noise with the 2004 Ford Explorer XLT. When I drive I can hear the 2 front wheels contacting the road when the windows are up. It just started to happen recently with all these problems, my suv only has about 62K on it. When i'm cruising at 60mph I hear a high pitch noise too. It it accelerate above or decelerate below that then the noise ... Read More
Throttle Body Assembly-Backorder
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Throttle Body Assembly-Backorder
Own a 2004 Explorer XLT with 64000 miles, under Ford ESP warranty. It spent 2 weeks for a transmission job and when I finally got it back it stalled after 20 miles of driving it. Took it back to the dealer and they say the Throttle Body Assembly needs to be replaced. 5 days later they can not locate the part anywhere in the country and will take 4 to 6 ... Read More
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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2004 ford explorer actuator motor
i have a 2004 ford explorer that is making a clicking noise under the dash. dealer said it was the actuator motor. any help on trying to fix this is greatly appreciated!
Ford Explorer Power Port Problems
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer XLT Cigar Lighter Issue [rclafton]
Ok, I have the same exact problem with the front power socket not working on my 2004 Ford Explorer. Fuses look ok. I can not bring up any replies listed above. Any help out there?
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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2004 Explorer a/c concern - blows cold passenger side & warm on driver side
Please help -- I have a problem with the manual air conditioning system in my 2004 Ford Explorer. Concern: The vents on the driver-side of the vehicle (includes left vent on dash center panel, vent on left-side of steering wheel and left floor console vent) blow warm air whenever the A/C is in the maximum (re-circulated interior air) and regular (draws in exterior air) positions. This warm air condition is most ... Read More
Ford Explorer Gas Gauge
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Gas Gauge works/doesn't work & "check engine" lights are on.
I have a 2004 Ford Explorer with 48537 miles in it. I purchased it May 2006 and never had problems with it until now. I filled up my tank last Friday, 5/22/2009. The next day, Saturday, I drove to the grocery store and noticed that my "check gage" red light was on and my gas gauge was on empty. I obviously have plenty of gas so running out of gas was ... Read More
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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2004 ford explorer limited air conditioner
I have a 2004 ford explorer( limited), the air conditioner is blowing only warm air, thought it needed to be recharged, had the a.c. recharged but still only blowing warm air from vents .help thanks
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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Do I need a new battery?
Hi, I just made a dumb mistake. I have a 2004 V8 Ford Explorer Limited Edition. I turned my headlights on because it is drizzling rain and they did not come on automatically. Well since I never manually turn them on and off... I forgot and left them on. They were on for about 40 minutes. The battery died, I got a jump, and am leaving it run for at least ... Read More
Ford Explorer Electrical Problems
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2004 Ford Explorer clicking noise
I have an electrical/mechanical clicking noise that is coming from the left rear inside (just inside tailgate on driver's side, under trim panel, down close to floor). It usually happens when I first start the vehicle when it hasn't been driven in say 24 hours. It will stop clicking on its own eventually. Sounds sort of like a relay, clicking about once per second and is relatively noisy. The vehicle has ... Read More
Ford Explorer Noises
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 SOHC timing chain noise [foot911]
How many miles u got? whats the sound exactly? typcially timing chain last pretty long time but needs to be replace every 100k or more miles. it clda be something else thats making noise. does your motor run rough or run good? do you maintain ur truck well? Hope i can help you after i get those answers. Thanks!
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2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 SOHC timing chain noise
I have a 2004 Explorer XLT 4.0 SOHC. It is making a noise at the front of the engine. My mechanic says it needs the timing chain replaced. Cost $2,412.00. I can't afford anything near that. Does anyone know the life expectancy of the chain if I drive it the way it is?
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer-Whistling noise [jeddyboy]
What you have is a pinion ring bearing going bad in the rear end.. This usually happens between 36,000 and 75,000 miles on these poorly built explorers. It is a very common problem that Ford has known about ever since 2002, but they keep putting them out there. Repair will run you in the neighborhood of $1200.00 to $1500.00. It is only going to get worse. I am currently trying to ... Read More
Ford Explorer Mercury Mountaineer 2005 and earlier
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Re: 2003 crack in Liftgate [bryansos]
I would like to know more about the no fix cost. I just joined the "cracked liftgate" club with my 2004 Explorer. The crack runs vertical from top to bottom and is about 1/4 inch wide. It is located dead center of the liftgate and runs right through the Ford logo. I called the dealer last week and they said it would take a couple of days to fix and the ... Read More
Ford Explorer Rust
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer Rust [motorman41]
I also have a 2004 Explorer (XLT) - bought directly off the indoor showroom floor with only (3) miles on it. This truck is not even in use for (6) months out of the year and is garage kept. I just noticed that there are a few spots on the front of the hood that are bubbling up. I called the Ford dealer to ask about any recalls on the paint ... Read More
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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2004 Ford Explorer-Whistling noise
I have a 2004 Ford Explorer with 23,000 miles. Anytime I get it over 55mph, there is a whistling noise while I am pressing the accelerator. Take my foot off the accelerator and it stops. We can't seem to figure out where it is coming from. Can anyone help!?
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Re: Gear shift lever broken-Ford Expl 2002 -please help ! [prubbo]
Hi prubbo, paul7281 here. My original steering column-part number was 4L2Z-3C529-DA, I replaced it with this part 5L2Z-3C529-A, and it was new from Ford out of the box. I don't know how much shaft protruded out of the column, but my original steering wheel did fit correctly. prubbo, you did not pull the steering column your self?? Do you know if it's out of a 2002-2004 Ford Explorer or Ford Mountaineer?? ... Read More
Ford Explorer Rust
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2004 Ford Explorer Rust
I have an '04 Explorer that I bought new. It now has 51K miles. The vehicle has been garage kept sence new. I just noticed rust forming on the hood and on the factory running boards. The service manager at Ron Bortnick Ford, my local Dealership advised me that he has seen several Explorers come in with the same problem. He showed me the problem with the front lip on the ... Read More
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paint peeling on top of 2004
I agree with hcop. The 2004 explorer I have, the paint has started to peel off on the top. Considering it's white and white does not hold heat like dark colors do, this never should have happened. I'm still waiting to hear from the dealership on this as they've contacted the ford home office. All these situations should be recalled and taken care of by Ford.
Ford Explorer Transmission Questions
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Re: Ford Explorer down shift issues [regal2]
It's terrible, the transmission troubles with Explorers. I've had mine now for 5 years, and luckily not tranny problems yet, but everyone I know who has one says the same thing, nothing but problems with their transmissions. Some of them have even had them replaced up to three time now. When doing a little research on the topic I came across Autobeef, they have a lot of the same complaints....check out ... Read More
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer XLT instrument panel lights flickering [gator_fan]
Bad Dimmer Module
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer XLT instrument panel lights flickering [gator_fan]
It's not a systemic problem, it's a problem isolated to your panel lights. The fix, however, isn't cheap nor easy. The panel will probably need replacement. The only other possibility is a faulty reostat on the dimmer for the panel lights. That would be easier. This is a very very rare problem, but I'm sure that's not comforting, sadly.
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2004 Ford Explorer XLT instrument panel lights flickering
The instrument panel lights on my '04 Expl recently started to flicker - literally off... on...off/on....off....off....off... now back on. During this madness, the headlights are fully operable - no issue. CD player continues playing while dash lights are off - no issue. The clock on the CD player remains shining bright. Battery - brand new. I didn't try manually altering the dash panel lights while they were off, but works fine ... Read More
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You can drive without the gear shift level
I have 2004 Ford Explorer XLT. Toward the end of year 2007 my gear shift level just broke off, but I am driving around the car without any problems. It might be inconvenient for some, but basically what you have to do is have a mechanic pull off the covering on the steering column, and remove the broken gear shift level. You can then manually push forward and pull backward on ... Read More
Ford Explorer Mercury Mountaineer 2005 and earlier
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2004 explorer lift gate crack
I came out one morning to find a crack on the lift gate on the right side of my ford emblem. I could not figure out what happened. Since then I've seen 4 other Explorers and or Aviators around the same year with cracks some on the right and some on the left of the emblems. I think I will call Fords Hot Line
Ford Extended Service Plan
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Ford Extended Service Plan
I have a 2003 Ford Explorer NBX that I bought new in OCT 2002. When I found out in late 2004 that I would be moving overseas for a few years, I purchased PremiumCare Extended Service Plan from Ford because I did not want the person I was leaving the Explorer with to have any worries. To make a long story short and to get to the point, I had two ... Read More
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2002 Ford Explorer Read End Noise [electricdesign]
I have a 2004 4X4 Explorer XLT with 36,000 miles. I'm starting to hear a kind of high pitched, whining noise coming from the rear of vehicle. Noise is noticeable from about 45 MPH and up. When I let off accelerator pedal, the noise stops and then starts again when I push accelerator pedal down to resume speed. My question is this - does this scenario sound like a wheel bearing ... Read More
Ford Explorer Air Conditioner and Heater Problems
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04 EXPLORER AC PASSENGER VENTS NOT BLOWING ENOUGH
2004 Explorer that has A/c issue. The dash vents blow very little air regardless of the fan speed selected. We have to set it on 3 or 4 in order to feel the equivalent of a 1 or 2 in other cars. When the a/c is set on normal vent, the defrost vents blow a little bit of air out. I have read the posts in the Ford Ranger Maintenance and ... Read More
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2004 Explorer Limited: Sudden Brake Failure [shaig]
You might find my previous posts about my fuel problems. In a nutshell my '99 (like the other person that replied to your post) would always have trouble starting if 1/4 tank or below and parked on incline with nose of car below the tail. Happened many times. Tough when far from gas station or hard to push the car up and out of a parking spot to the level ground. ... Read More
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Re: 2004 Explorer Limited: Sudden Brake Failure [shaig]
Was the fuel so low and the angle of the vehicle such that the engine was stalled due to lack of fuel? I had two Fords in the past that would stall on steep inclines with a 1/4 tank or less because the fuel pickup in the gas tank wasn't located where the fuel was.
Ford Explorer Power Port Problems
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer XLT Cigar Lighter Issue [kiernan_2001]
Did you ever find a solution for this problem? Im experiencing the exact same thing on my wife's 2004 XLT Explorer.
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer XLT Cigar Lighter Issue [steve_]
thanks steve!! i guess its cheaper for them to just pop in a lighter, than to put a "power point" cover on it...my 94 f150 had the power point cover...
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer XLT Cigar Lighter Issue [fordson]
For running cell phones and iPods. I think the common name for them now is Power Point.
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer XLT Cigar Lighter Issue [kiernan_2001]
Why do they have lighters in these trucks,but no ashtrays?
Ford Explorer Mercury Mountaineer 2006 and newer
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2007 Mountaineer AWD
Would like for nvbanker or some of the regulars to post their take on the Mountaineer AWD system versus the 4wd currently used for Explorer. Just for demo rides the AWD in the V-6 2007 Mountaineer seems to be working really well and would be ideal for the wife's suburban use, light snow in Tennessee. No off-road at all for her. We have 2004 Expedition NBX with 5.4L and 2003 Ford ... Read More
Ford Explorer Transmission Questions
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Re: 2007 Ford Explorer Transmission [kiks]
unless I overlooked something,all of those problems were v6 which comes standard with ford 5 speed trans.Starting in 2006 and with 2007 the explorer has the new 3 valve V8 coupled with a 6speed trans standard. I have a 2006 Eddie Bauer and so far no problems. I had a 2004 4.0 V6 which did have a recall. It would hesitate going into reverse and then jerk. but they resolved that ... Read More
Ford Explorer Lease Questions
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Lease Extension Possible?
I have a 3 year lease on a 2004 Explorer Limited that expires in April. The purchase price option is thousands more than its fair market value, so I do not want to buy it at that price. I am told that I cannot buy it for anything less than the purchase option. Is this true? I also thought about extending the lease for a year or two (at a reduced ... Read More
Ford Explorer Power Port Problems
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Re: 2004 Ford Explorer XLT Cigar Lighter Issue [rclafton]
My wifes explorer has the same problem except that her rear lighter went as well. We have also checked all the fuses to no avail. I would be interested to know the same.
Ford Explorer Mercury Mountaineer Real World MPG
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Re: Ford Explorer/Mercury Mountaineer: MPG-Real World Numbers [steve_]
2004 Explorer XLT 4WD 4.0L V6. HI-22.02, LO-11.72, AVG-17.34. 1/20/2006-1/20/2007. Gotten 22 MPG on a trip, and 12 MPG 4WDing. Overall this gas mileage sucks.
Ford Explorer Gas Gauge
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04 ford explorer gas gauge doesnt work & whistleling noise
Hello, I bought a 2004 ford explorer about 2 months ago and I have already had it in twice for different things. Now I just got it back last week and my gas gauge went out(it only reads 1/3 of a full tank), and also I am getting a loud pitch whistling noise at 2200 RPM from the engine. I have read several forums and noticed alot of people having problems. ... Read More
Ford Explorer Transmission Questions
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1994 ford explorer tansmission
I have a 1994 Ford Explorer 4wd. Had the tranmission changed in 2004, didn't use 4wd till recently, didn't work. Could it been from the repair of transmission or any suggestions?
Ford Explorer Mercury Mountaineer 2006 and newer
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Re: 2006 Explorer V8 6000 mile report [wesleydma]
I could go on for hours on the subject, but I won't. If you appreciate German cars, and understand their issues, mainly to do with high maintenance costs and dependence on computers and high tech stuff that are prone to glitches, go for it. You will get a vehicle that handles everything with comfort, speed, and grace. I loved my Touareg (a V6) but VW does not care for their owners ... Read More
Ford Explorer Lease Questions
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lease end purchase question
Hello all. This is my first question. I am currently leasing a 2004 Ford Explorer Limited AWD V8. I started the lease in October of 2004. The lease is 48 months with 10,500 each year. My monthly lease payment is $512. I am planning on keeping the vehicle for four more years so I am thinking about buying out my lease and re financing with a very low rate through a ... Read More
Ford Explorer Mercury Mountaineer 2006 and newer
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2006 Explorer V8 6000 mile report
2006 Explorer XLT, 4wd V8, leather, heated seats, audiophile sound, rear air, 3rd seat, tow hitch, 16" wheels, Michelin Cross Terrains. Traded a 2004 VW Touareg. Average mileage is about 15.5 to 16.5 mpg on regular. About 19 to 21 on trips. Definitely nothing to write home about, but the v8 motor is smooth, powerful and is an important part of the fun-to-drive factor for the car. The six speed auto ... Read More
Ford Explorer Electrical Problems
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same thing happens to me!
I have had this exact same thing happen 5 times in the last 5 months with my 2004 Ford Explorer. My dealership put in a VDR (a recording device) yesterday that has a button on it for me to push when the truck dies. The mechanic from the dealership said that the battery might spike before it dies and it wipes any codes from the computer (hence putting in the VDR ... Read More
Ford Explorer Power Port Problems
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2004 Ford Explorer XLT Cigar Lighter Issue
I have a 2004 XLT and an issue with the center console Power Socket (Cigar Lighter). I am getting no voltage to the one in the center console in front of the stowage box, but the one for the rear passenger is working fine. I have checked the fuses (15A) and all is ok - I have ben through every fuse in the box just in case and all are ok. ... Read More
Ford Explorer Maintenance and Repair
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emarens
I have a 1997 Ford Explorer with 169,000. The front end has been sqeaking for some time now and several repair shops tell me I need upper and lower ball joints. I have had my uppers replaced under warranty through JD Byrider in June of 2004. Is it possible for them to already be worn?
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Re: Is this car a lemon? [puzzleddad]
My uncle had the same vehicle in the same color and he had no problems with it. He absolutley loved the car. If you are worried about safety, my uncle was involved with a head on crash, as someone ran a red light. The Explorer took hardly any damage. It has been the top selling suv in america for 15 years now. I just recently bought a 2006 Eddie Bauer Explorer ... Read More
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Re: Correction: recurring problem with 2004 explorer [electricdesign]
electric, thanks for the advice. I'll try and do the wd40 fix first. It's just amazing that i purchased this vehicle new and i'm running into these little problems (not to mention that i'm on my fourth repair from the dealership). the car isn't even at 15k yet. needless to say, i've become soured by this ford experience.
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Re: rear end problems [seres4]
Ive been writing in on my 2004 Explorer with rear end problems and transmission problems. I am now at 29K miles and the transmission is up to the same old problems. Nice to hear that Im not the only one in the same boat with the transmission problems. I was just back to the Ford Dealership again (8th time) because the transmission slipped out of gear and then back in again. ... Read More
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Re: recurring problem with 2004 explorer [joe_88]
Your problem may not be with the belt or pullies at all. The way to find out is to remove the belt, then start the engine (don't run the engine for more than 60 seconds, or it will overheat). See if the sound is still there or is gone. If still there, investigate the the belt and pullies further, they may need to replace the pullies, or pully bearings, or water ... Read More
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recurring problem with 2004 explorer
if anyone can help, i would be very grateful. the problem: approx. 6 months after purchasing the explorer, i began to notice a squeaking noise coming from the belt/pulley area. to make a long story short, i've taken the vehicle to the same dealer on 4 separate occasions. each time i'm assured the problem has been resolved but this has not been the case. the dealer has done the following; adjusted ... Read More
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