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#6195 of 6241 transmission issue? also, oversteer by rphelan Jul 10, 2009 (8:09 am)
2003 Explorer bigger V6, 86k miles.   for a few months now, we've noticed that there's a rattling noise coming from the engine area when we are stopped and in drive. The noise stops when we shift to neutral or park... but resumes when we move the gear back to drive...   also, something that just developed is severe oversteer (I guess that's the appropriate word). At speeds above 45mph, if we just move the steering wheel a little left or right, it feels like the truck will go out of control.   it's at the dealer right now ( we have 100k warranty).. but they're saying they're not hearing the rattling noise - i'll have to make sure they do b/c if it's the tranny, they need to replace it. Replies to this message: electricdesign (Jul 12, 2009 4:18 pm)
#6196 of 6241 Re: Check Engine On Intermittently / Passed Emmisions / O2 sensor [dodgekbad] by electricdesign Jul 12, 2009 (4:04 pm)
Replying to: dodgekbad (Jun 30, 2009 8:28 am) The autozone machine simply reads what your computer says. Your computer is the baloney.
#6197 of 6241 Re: transmission issue? also, oversteer [rphelan] by electricdesign Jul 12, 2009 (4:18 pm)
Replying to: rphelan (Jul 10, 2009 8:09 am) #1 - I assume the rattle goes away or lessens as you drive down the road. Does it sound like tin rattling? If so, there is a loose part that is vibrating, most likely a loose heat shield somewhere on the exhaust system. Loose heat shields on the cat converters are common. You can get them spot welded back on at any muffler shop, or you can tightly tie a stiff wire around the part to keep it from rattling (coat hanger wire is good for this, but the welding is a much better and permanent repair).   #2 - The steering problem sounds dangerous, any front end shop or alignment shop should be able to figure out what the problem is. It could be ball joints, bushings or steering components. You did not mention if it is 2 wheel drive or 4 wheel drive.
#6198 of 6241 o/d light blinking by dgivhan Jul 15, 2009 (8:39 am)
My ford explorer runs great however the o/d light keeps blinking off and on....it blinks o/d off    ..
#6200 of 6241 Thanks for All the Help by bioman Jul 18, 2009 (4:23 am)
For 9.5 years I have been a regular participant in this discussion group. Next week we will be picking up our new Prius and our 99 Explorer will be moving to another family. Thanks for the all the input that made me a better shade tree mechanic for my Explorer. After an initial rocky start the Explorer became a very reliable, family workhorse. It is in great shape so I have no problem selling it to a neighbor. It certainly does not qualify for the new Clunker Program.   Take care,   Bioman
#6201 of 6241 remove shock bolt by baudiom Jul 19, 2009 (8:54 am)
trying to pull the rear shock on a rusted 96 explorer. Used a bit pf PB blaster and went at the bottom bolt. The nut sheered off like the bolt was made of butter. Now the bolt turns in place but I cant get it out. Have tried a small jack between the frame and axel to relieve the pressure, Pounding the bolt thru with a smaller bolt and hammer, I cant even get a screwdriver blade under the bolt head to pry it out. what shall I try next??   Baudiom
#6202 of 6241 Re: 98 Ford Explorer [ford06cvpi] by carein4 Jul 20, 2009 (4:27 pm)
Replying to: ford06cvpi (Mar 26, 2009 4:27 pm) I am having the exact same issue...did this work for you? thx...
#6203 of 6241 1994 ford explorer xlt passenger side rear window by grip205 Jul 30, 2009 (4:56 pm)
I am interested in learning how to take out and replace the passenger side rear window. Please help!
#6204 of 6241 2003 Explorer with an Undocumented code by austinc11 Aug 12, 2009 (9:09 am)
We just got an '03 explorer into our shop to scan for ABS codes. It gave us a Speed Sensor code (C1235) and an undocumented code (16945). The undocumented code doesnt show up on any of our databases and I was wondering if anyone else has seen this code before and if they have, what is it for

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