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97 Ford explorer 4.0 manual RWD 2dr 
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Ford Explorer 1997 107000 miles
No crank no start. Several issues have risen since the truck originally brokedown. At some point someone insisted on pushing in the clutch pedal to switch gears but only snapped the plastic shaft going to slave cylinder and electronic switch. Additionally they broke part of the clutch switch although it does still connect. Another issue was that the neg terminal wire was grounded to the outside of the starter which I'm not sure but did that cause wiring issues. Unfortunately on top of that just below the ignition cylinder there was a single black wire that is connected to some type of connector that mounts to make contact with the cylinder itself that no longer is as attached
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Best answer (according to AshE)
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So I managed to fix grounding issues at starter, replaced some fuses and placement of the entire fuse box fuses, jumped my battery and started my truck at the solenoid. However even with shifter making it seem as if it's in gear the truck won't move???
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CommentUSB and 12 V adapters don't work. Solved
Ford Explorer 2021 3.3L 104500 miles
The hard wire plugs are under the dash console, but there is no power. I'm trying to remove the police center console and return to factory dash plugs.
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Best answer (according to Patrick)
Police had cut the wires. I was able to locate the cut and spliced wires back together.
Comment2008 Ford Explorer Engine Harness Solved
Ford Explorer 2008 XLT 4.0 4WD 85000 miles
Need replacement Engine Wiring Harness for Ford 2008 Explorer 4.0 4WD. Ford Part No. 8L2Z12A581-BA.
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Best answer (according to Milt)
New replacement harness not available. Replaced bad wires and connectors in original harness. Working ok.
CommentTrouble starting
Ford Explorer 1997 4L v6 sohc 76000 miles
When you put the key in ignition and turn to start the car will not start,you turn the key to off and remove the key all the dash lights stay on only way to turn them off is disconnect the battery. We can start the car with a wire from battery to starter relay but it will not switch off and carries on running even with key out so we have to pull the battery lead off or unplug the ignition switch. The ignition switch and ignition barrel have been replaced but this has not solved the problem. Any help will be appreciated
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I'm currently having this issue. Did you find a fix?
CommentInternal electrical and windows along with 4 wheel drive died on same
Ford Explorer 2001 30000 miles
I got this car used. It's power windows went out along with the 4 wheel drive lights high aand low blink six times and the dome lights along with vanity mirror lights do not work. This all broke on the same day. No blown fuses. Relay tests SOUND like they are fine. I an not fIne a wiring diagram thAt will show all these systems on the same circuit. What can I do.
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The power windows will not work, interior lights are not working & windshield wipers won't work. All fuses & relays have been checked. Any suggestions? Need to fix ASAP...
CommentStarted with turn Signals
Ford Explorer 1999 Automatic 4WD, 3.9l v-6 205000 miles
It started with the turn signals I change the fuse for the turn signals three times within 2 days. Then all of sudden the hazards and turn signals weren't working but the fuse was fine. I tried looking stuff up on the internet at that moment and seemed mentioning of I believe it's called the hazard relay but it's under the dash directly above the OBD2 hook up. So I unplugged it, took it off took it into AutoZone to see if they had a new part and I was just going to buy a brand new relay to to replace it. But they didn't have one so I took the old one back out plug it back up and all of a sudde… Read complete
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My guess would be a bad ground to the dash panel somewhere, or a damaged wire that is grounding intermittently. Also try a new flasher unit.
This may sound crazy but I had the same issue. Turns out the cigarette lighter adapter for USB charging was bad. I went through wiring and fuses nothing helped until I unplugged my USB adapter then everything started working properly. Got a new adapter and everything still works
CommentThe engine won't start
Ford Explorer 2013 2.0 Eco Boost 62137 miles
Thank you in advance.
I have a question about my 2013 Ford Explorer (early model). (I'm Japanese, and the following is a translation. )
The other day, my engine suddenly stalled while I was out in a parking lot.
The warning message said "oil pressure low" (I think), so I wondered if the engine oil was low... I checked the oil gauge, but it was only slightly low? Maybe? It seemed like a reasonable level, so I figured it was fine.
That said, even after turning the key back on, the engine wouldn't start, no matter how hard I tried. Because of the location, I couldn't even call a van... So I w… Read complete
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I am also facing the same problem some time, If I start the car and move suddenly, So I was waiting for few minutes, then move the car. When I face the problem "Oil Pressure Low", and I just remove the key and start, it Works...
I am not sure later, I may face the same issue likeyours.
I am not sure later, I may face the same issue likeyours.
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Changed the oil pressure sensor, the should fix the problem. If the doesn’t fix it is the oil pressure pump.
FordExlorer13 from United States 8 months ago
I also know that the spark plug tube seals will cause this mine did replaced them an valve cover an runs perfect now
CommentThe CPU is not communicating with the OBD2 scanner
Ford Explorer 2003 Ford Explorer Sport XLT 2 door 6 cyl 5 L 160000 miles
I took my 2003 Ford Explorer Sport XLT for a smog check. The results came up that I passed all parameters related to emission but the smog tech said the CPU was tampered and not communicating with their
Smog testing machine. He hooked up an OBD2 scanner to show me there's no communication between the scanner and they CPU!! He failed my smog test and re - test after I get the problem fixed within 30 days. Is it possible that I passed all emission control parameters yet my CPU is
Not working monitoring all systems? What could have caused this? I checked all fuses and relays they are ok. Did chec… Read complete
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Change fuse 24 for the reader under the dash, I had to charge my battery n out distilled water in there. Reader worked afterwards
CommentFord Explorer 2007
Ford Explorer 2007 556000 miles
Here is the exact message translated into professional English so you can send it directly to Ford Support:
Subject: Wiring & SJB Connector Pinout Request - Ford Explorer 2007
Dear Ford Support Team,
I am reaching out to request assistance regarding an issue with the upper connector on the Smart Junction Box (SJB) in my vehicle. Issue Description:
The instrument cluster and main dashboard lights are working normally. However, the following specific electrical components have stopped functioning:
Brake lights and reverse lights. Interior dome light and rearview mirror lighting. Reques… Read complete
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CommentHeadlights and Windows both not working
Ford Explorer 2003 XLT 99788 miles
Started having electrical problems after removing factory running boards. Found a broken body to frame ground on drivers side, replaced it, still nothing. Fuses check out, wiring in door jamb good, changed window master switch, still nothing. Changed headlight bulbs, still nothing. Also, keeps blowing fuse 20 inside, 5a, for drivers seat switch, bsm, sunload sensor.
I believe it’s a ground issue as when taking the boards off I had to really use force due to rust. I looked around both sides but only found that one broken strap. I also did some body work on the rockers and used some screws to… Read complete
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I fixed it myself! One wire separated in a bundle.
CommentNo power to rear trailer socket
Ford Explorer 2020 Police Intercepior 25000 miles
It has factory hitch and wiring, but there is no power to run lights, directionals and brakes.
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All wiring in place from back to under the dash.
Comment.380 mil amps draw
Ford Explorer 1996 4door xlt 5.0 60000 miles
1996 ford Explorer xlt 5.0. . .60.000 miles I have a draw of .380 mil amps. On The 30 amp maxi fuse has draw its for battery save and lights under the hood. That leads me to number 25 7.5 amp fuse for gem and speed odometer i believe it was .06 or 60 mil amp draw cant remember. Ive tried a refurbished gem did same thing. The top big wire harness is where im getting the draw. What ive read is the bottom is the power. Ive disconnected the stock radio and everything even unplugged the speed odometer still had a draw. Im not getting any ajar lights on or lights on when the doors are closed. Ive un… Read complete
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Om kewlani from India a month ago
Meri gadi me koi dikkat nai hai par ye light kabhi ati hai or kabhi nai
CommentSync touch screen display flickering
Ford Explorer 2017 Limited 220000 miles
My sync touch screen display flickers non stop. SOMETIMES, when it is cold (e. I winter start up) it will not flicker on and off, but when the vehicle warm it starts to flicker again. This is not always consistent when its cold and sometimes its flickering the second the vehicle starts up. I have removed the touch screen and checked that all the wiring attached to it is in place but that has not resolved the issue.
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explorer_2017 from Canada 4 months ago
Hello, have you found any fix for this problem... i'm having the same with my 2017 explorer. Thx
CommentWhat I’m looking to buy
Ford Explorer 2008 4.0 engine wiring harness 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Sport Utility 6000 miles
4.0 engine wiring harness 2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Sport Utility
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CommentI changed ignition cause I couldn't find my keys and changed fuel pump
Ford Explorer 1997 4.6 152450 miles
I changed my ignition cause I lost the keys after that before I could start it I did the fuel pump and a few things like the oil the plugs the wires the ignition coil I had a key made but it opens my door but has no chip and after all that no start it does kick like it wants to start but I just don't start
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Hi Hash Did you manage to start the truck?; change the fuel pump and the bus runs out of fuel pressure completely after that and it doesn't start
CommentHazards and Flashers not working
Ford Explorer 1998 Suv 250000 miles
I replaced strearing column, had to put old one back in and the hazards and flashers are not working. There is a purple and orange and a tan and... wire that was not put in. They have nothing on the column that matches the wires. I changed bulbs and the fuses are good
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Same I have no turn signals r Hazzard lights . The fuses are fine
CommentBreak lights and turn signal lights
Ford Explorer 2008 V6 100600 miles
Neither will come on how long will the wiring harness take toreplace
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CommentHard start when it’s cold outside
Ford Explorer 1999 5.0l v8 Eddie Bauer edition 109000 miles
In winter months it struggles to start, I often have to give it gas for it to get going. I never let my tank get below 1/2 to hopefully prolong the life of my fuel pump because i don’t think i could drop the gas tank in my driveway on jack stands. Is there anything else it could be besides the pump? I’ve replaced all plugs, wires, battery already
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Battery terminals got crossed,
Ford Explorer 2007 explorer 4.0 130000 miles
Battery terminals got crossed, but no main fuse in place to stop further damage. Is there any fusible links in the wiring? or what would I focus on checking?
Truck still runs, but it is missing on cylinder number three
Ford Explorer 2003 Sport trac 278000 miles
Truck runs at idle but rough. Codes indicate misfire on cylinder three and misfire within the first 1000 revolutions of Start. Have also pulled codes that says fuel rail one and fuel rail two are to rich/lean but there are no other codes.
The spark plugs in the picture are from cylinder one and three and are labeled in the pictures.
I have changed out coil pack, plugs, wires and fuel injector on cylinder number three and one will be doing the next ones tomorrow. It made no change to the idle or driving.
If anybody else has anything else they can think of, please let me know. It’s my only vehicle that I need to get it back to running well
The spark plugs in the picture are from cylinder one and three and are labeled in the pictures.
I have changed out coil pack, plugs, wires and fuel injector on cylinder number three and one will be doing the next ones tomorrow. It made no change to the idle or driving.
If anybody else has anything else they can think of, please let me know. It’s my only vehicle that I need to get it back to running well
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Engine check light
Ford Explorer 2006 4.0 20000 miles
I am getting codes indicating faults in the four oxygen sensors, EGR, and EVAP system. I replaced all the wires and installed an engine computer, but the codes are still appearing.
Is there another reason that could cause these codes to appear together?
Is there another reason that could cause these codes to appear together?
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Weird AC issue
Ford Explorer 2006 4.0v6 160000 miles
My AC will not blow cold. I will just blow whatever temp is outside. Heat works fine. I replaced the outside sensor in front of the grill, the sensor on the inside under the steering wheel and replaced fuses and relays. The compressor will not turn on HOWEVER it WILL turn on if I jump the relay terminal with some wire. I have tried 3 different relays.
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Hard start, rough idle, stalls when try to drive
Ford Explorer 1999 Xlt 4.0 SOHC 210000 miles
When I start vehicle it takes while to start like it’s not getting what it needs, if I try to drive it pops spots and backfires and stalls so hard it shakes the whole truck. Have replaced coil, wires, plugs ignition switch, throttle position sensor, fuel pump. I also cleaned out throttle body, mad sensor and check electrical connections. Can’t figure itmout
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Abs, traction control, brake and tire pressure lights all on
Ford Explorer 2017 Police interceptor 144330 miles
When adding the lighted visor wires I must have done something wrong and now my dash lights are constantly on. The abs, traction control, tire pressure and brake all lit up. All The warnings service advance trac, tire pressure monitor fault, check brake system come on and stay on. Any ideas on where to start or what I may have done to trigger this? Also there is now no power going to the climate control.
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SPOUT shorting bar location on V8 5L. Can't find the blasted thing.
Ford Explorer 1999 Ford Explorer Limited 196000 miles
I'm trying to check for anything obvious that could cause my problem right now. The car jerks and stumbles really badly while going down the road with light pressure on the accelerator. I've changed the spark plugs, wires, and one of two coil packs. I may need to change the other one, but I want to check the base timing first. Therefore, I need to find the shorting bar.
There is a small part (Ford no. F6AF-18801-AA) attached to a coil mounting screw. This is NOT it! Lots of folks on the web have misidentified this RFI cap as the SPOUT shorting bar.
If anyone out there has a 99 Exploder with… Read complete
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Overdrive button broken off
Ford Explorer 1997 suv, 4lt, auto, 4x4 200000 miles
There is no 12volt poer up to the buttons wires. Plus, i have no reverse lights or brake lights. Is the od button wires tied to back up lights in the steering colum or were is the power coming from
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Motor harness
Ford Explorer 2002 4.0 liter 7200 miles
I cant find a motor wiring harness that has bolt with quick release
Missing at around 55mph
Ford Explorer 2003 explorer 4.0 182000 miles
My vehicle is missing at around 55 mph. I changed the spark plugs,wires, and even the coil pack.
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