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#3269 of 3320 Re: Buzzing sound when engine is cold [lrmet2] by 2002explorer Oct 08, 2007 (4:05 pm)
Replying to: lrmet2 (Sep 27, 2003 7:11 am) Anybody have any luck figuring out this under dash buzz when cold and pressing the accelerator...   It is really annoying me. Replies to this message: markmac (Nov 20, 2007 2:14 pm)
#3270 of 3320 03 Mountaineer - Broken Tie Rod? by jming Oct 21, 2007 (3:24 pm)
Scary experience last night with my 2003 Mtneer V8 AWD, approx 65,000 miles. ABS light turned on about 2-3 days ago but all seemed fine while driving, I figured I'd take it in to be looked at this week - no big deal. Last night as I was driving approx 65 mph I started to feel an odd fluttering through the wheel, an intermittently as if the steering wheel wasn't connected to anything - then sudden return to control. After several cycles of this, I slowed way down and looked in my mirror - smoke pouring out behind me. As I pulled over, brake pedal went to the floor...strong burning smell - maybe brake fluid? On inspection, front left wheel is very toed out - something must have snapped - maybe a tie rod(s) and the bending of the other tie rods took out the brake line. Hoping to talk to the mechanic tomorrow. Just glad no one was injured / killed by this failure at 65k miles. Anyone have any experience with this type of problem? I'm a lifetime Ford driver and am a little shocked by this - someone could have been killed if I'd lost control. Thanks for any ideas.
#3271 of 3320 Door ajar dash indicator and chime, other electrical issues by jewel4 Nov 08, 2007 (5:02 pm)
I have a 2002 Explorer XLT. Recently the door ajar chime (sometimes the dash indicator light also) sounds intermittently while I am driving. I have lubricated all of the door latches with WD-40, yet it persists. I was told that a module had possibly failed (it was not tested) earlier this year and I did not pursue the matter, as it did not appear to be life and death for the truck. This was somehow related to the accessory delay feature, which no longer works. When I lock it remotely, the horn beeps twice, as if there is a door ajar (which there is not). The interior lights also stay on for the length of time the accessory delay would normally work and all switches (including the outside keypad) on the driver's door no longer work after I remove the key from the ignition, however, the front passenger door switches function normally at the same time. Any ideas? Thanks. Replies to this message: rxqueen123 (Dec 24, 2007 8:13 am) jewel4 (Dec 24, 2007 10:45 am) rxqueen123 (Dec 24, 2007 1:42 pm)
#3272 of 3320 Mountaineer Transmission Problems by dencal26 Nov 10, 2007 (8:47 pm)
Just recently purchased a 2004 Mountaineer from a friend. It was a Smart Buy lease he bought out and decided to sell to me. Suddenly the Transmission is acting up. Kicks when placing into reverse . When in drive shifting is very sluggish. I just saw a news report from 2004 claiming they had put out a Bulletin to fix this problem. I went to the dealer and he said I must change the trans for 3500.00? Car is over Warranty at 48K. Has anyone had success getting Ford to repair this issue ? Replies to this message: dmasci (Nov 11, 2007 6:40 pm)
#3273 of 3320 Re: Mountaineer Transmission Problems [dencal26] by dmasci Nov 11, 2007 (6:40 pm)
Replying to: dencal26 (Nov 10, 2007 8:47 pm) I just purchased a 04 Mountaineer and called the previous owner to ask him if he had any problems . The only problem that he had was a problem shifting into reverse . He said that it sounded really hard and that he thought that the tranny was going to fall out ! Ended up being a solenoid (maybe $100)although his was covered under his warranty . I have also seen this problem on the crown vics(shift solenoid) . Get a second opinion and do it objectively ( not disclosing your first quote)., Mention that you are aware of the potential of the shift soleniod being bad because many times mechs take advantage of buyers who don't know any better . and try to sell them the transmission when in fact the problem could be other issues . By the way , is your engine the V8 or the V6 ?
#3274 of 3320 Crack in lift gate 2003 Mountaineer by ahartman Nov 17, 2007 (11:16 am)
I just noticed that my lift gate has a crack in it starting from the window down thru the Mercury emblem. I've not had any damage to the vehicle nor have I hit anything with the lift gate. Has anyone else had this issue and if so how did they resolve it. My Mountaineer is out of warranty. Replies to this message: rvkm (Nov 25, 2007 9:48 pm) bryansos (Nov 30, 2007 6:49 pm) rvkm (Dec 02, 2007 11:56 am) jlynn16 (Dec 02, 2007 7:56 pm)
#3275 of 3320 Re: Buzzing sound when engine is cold [2002explorer] by markmac Nov 20, 2007 (2:14 pm)
Replying to: 2002explorer (Oct 08, 2007 4:05 pm) I have the same problem, it is almost every time we drive the car cold now. Dealer has had twice over past few years and can never duplicate it. At dealer now for three days running and they say they cant duplicate, Did you ever have any luck solving problem? I will update tomorrow, last day they are going to try this time, if they are successful.
#3276 of 3320 Re: 2002 Explorer noises [2002explorer] by 2002explorer Nov 20, 2007 (4:43 pm)
Replying to: 2002explorer (Oct 08, 2007 3:53 pm) I figured out what this buzz is - Only when cold - It is in the transmission main control unit (vavle body). It is fluid making a vibration in the valve body only when cold. I was taking my 2002 explorer in for the last inspection - prior to the extended warrante expiring. Ford could here the buzz, but they could not figure it out... This was really annoying me, they could hear it, but could not figure it out.   Found a TSB # 01-22-3 that covered it. Dealer ordered parts - Will update once the valve body is changed. See the TSB attached below.   A/T - Buzzing Noise When Torque Converter Engaged Article No. 01-22-3   11/12/01   ^ NOISE - BUZZING NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION WHEN THE TORQUE CONVERTER IS ENGAGED - VEHICLES PRODUCED 11/15/2000 THROUGH 11/11/2001 EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L ENGINE AND 5R55W TRANSMISSION ONLY    ^ TRANSMISSION - 5R55W - BUZZING NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION WHEN THE TORQUE CONVERTER IS ENGAGED - VEHICLES PRODUCED 11/15/2000 THROUGH 11/11/2001 EQUIPPED WITH 4.6L ENGINE ONLY    FORD: 2002 EXPLORER   MERCURY: 2002 MOUNTAINEER   ISSUE   Some vehicles built prior to 11/11/2001 equipped with 5R55W and 4.6L engine, may exhibit a buzzing noise when the torque converter is engaged and the transmission fluid temperature is between 38-66°C (100-150 °F). This may be caused by a high velocity of fluid flow in the Main Control.   ACTION   Verity that the condition exists using the procedure listed. If the conditions described are verified, the Main Control will need to be replaced. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.   SERVICE PROCEDURE   NOTE THIS ARTICLE DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY OTHER CONDITIONS OR COMPONENTS THAT MAY CAUSE SIMILAR SYMPTOMS.   1. To verity that the condition exists with the vehicle, first connect a tachometer to the engine if the vehicle is not already equipped.    2. Install an NGS or equivalent and monitor the Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT).    3. Start the engine and drive the vehicle.    4. When the TFT reaches 38°C (100 °F), maintain a constant speed of about 80 km/h (50 mph) to engage the converter. Tap the brake pedal with the left foot. Engine RPM should increase when the brake pedal has been tapped, and decrease after about five seconds after the pedal is released.    5. Maintaining a constant vehicle speed, allow the torque converter to re-engage.    6. Listen for the Torque Converter Clutch buzzing noise. Is the noise present?   ^ If yes, continue with the verification.    ^ If no, follow normal diagnosis as listed in the Workshop Manual, the Main Control is not the problem.       7. Continue to bring the transmission to operating temperature above 66°C (150°F). This may be accomplished by driving the vehicle for 15 to 20 minutes.    8. After normal operating temperature is reached, maintain a constant speed of about 80 km/h (50 mph) to engage the converter. Tap the brake pedal with the left foot. Engine RPM should increase when the brake pedal has been tapped, and decrease after about five seconds after the pedal is released.    9. Maintaining a constant vehicle speed, allow the torque converter to re-engage.    10. Listen for the Torque Converter Clutch buzzing noise. Has the noise disappeared?   ^ If yes, continue.    ^ If no, follow normal diagnosis as listed in the Workshop Manuals, the Main Control is not the problem.       11. If the condition exists, drain the transmission fluid from the pan.    NOTE AN IN-LINE SERVICE FILTER IS NOT REQUIRED TO BE ADDED OR REPLACED FOR THIS ARTICLE.   12. Replace the Main Control 1L2Z-7A100-CA and Fluid Filter 1L2Z-7A098-AC. Follow the steps listed in the Workshop Manual, In-Vehicle Service, Main Control Valve Body, to remove and replace.    13. Verify the condition has been corrected.    14. Clear all DTCs    Parts Block   OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE   WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage   OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME   012203A Verify Conditions And 2.6 Hrs.                 Replace Transmission                 Main Control   DEALER CODING                                    CONDITION BASIC PART NO. CODE 7A100 42   OASIS CODES: 504000, 702000
#3277 of 3320 Re: Crack in lift gate 2003 Mountaineer [ahartman] by rvkm Nov 25, 2007 (9:48 pm)
Replying to: ahartman (Nov 17, 2007 11:16 am) I noticed the same crack on my 04 Mountaineer, just under the middle liftgate window cracking down to the top of the emblem, down the right side of it. Any knows easy fixes? Replies to this message: bryansos (Nov 30, 2007 6:49 pm) rvkm (Dec 02, 2007 11:56 am) jlynn16 (Dec 02, 2007 7:56 pm)
#3278 of 3320 Re: Crack in lift gate 2003 Mountaineer [rvkm] by bryansos Nov 30, 2007 (6:49 pm)
Replying to: rvkm (Nov 25, 2007 9:48 pm) My daugher has the same crack in her 2003 mountainer. She took it to the dealer, and they said it is very common on the 03 mountainer with around 38,000 miles. She has 39,000 miles and missed it being covered under the warranty by 3,000 miles. The dealer also stated that the crack will spyder after a while, and Ford should have a recall, but they don't at the present time. They told her to dispute it. If she doesn't get anywhere, maybe she will start a class action suit, because it is definity a defect. Replies to this message: rvkm (Dec 02, 2007 11:56 am)

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