Ford Explorer Rear Toe Link Corrosion Problems And Failures
A seized toe link ball joint can increase bending stresses in the toe link outboard of the turnbuckle.
Brake Job: 2002-2010 Ford Explorer
The second-generation Ford Explorer is one of the most common vehicles on the road. The brake system is a product of what Ford learned in the late 1990s about what brakes mean to customer satisfaction. It is a relatively robust and trouble-free system. But, things can still go wrong.
Alignment Specs: 2002-2005 Ford Explorer
The 4-door Explorer and companion Mercury Mountaineer were redesigned entirely in 2002, losing all design similarity with the Ranger. The suspension on this Explorer has more in common with a car than a truck. Beginning with the 2002 model year, Ford installed a fully independent rear suspension in the Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer (but not in the 2-door Explorer Sport). This replaced the non-independent (“live-axle”) rear suspension used in previous model year Explorers.
Brake Job: 2002-2008 Ford Explorer
The Ford Explorer’s brake system is a relatively robust and trouble-free system. But, that doesn’t mean something can’t go wrong.
Tech Tip: Diagnosing Ford Explorer Rear Wheel Bearing Noise
Some 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Mercury Mountaineer and 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator vehicles may exhibit a noise from the rear wheel hub bearings. Previous service procedures required replacement of the wheel hub bearing assembly. This new service procedure allows replacement of just the wheel bearing to repair the noise condition. To replace the rear hub bearing and wheel bearing retainer ring, refer to the following manufacturer’s Service Procedure ….
2006 Ford Explorer Pointers
Photo 2). Another change for the 4.6L in 2006 is that it no longer uses a knock sensor. Both, the 4.0L and the 4.6L use a PCM-controlled heated PCV valve. The PCV valve on the 4.0L SOHC engine is located in the back of the left valve cover, mounted horizontally, and is well hidden from
Dana Corporation to Supply Advanced Drivetrain, Sealing Systems for Redesigned Ford Explorer
Dana Corporation announced recently that it will supply the front axle assembly, as well as driveshafts and advanced sealing technologies, for the 2006 Ford Explorer.
Ford TPMS Service
All the systems are straightforward and common service procedures apply to most models.
Ford Flex 2013-2019 Alignment Spec
The normal alignment is changing. Control arms can still bend and bushings can degrade, causing the camber, caster and toe to change. But, modern cars not only need the angles to be in the green, but they also need to have the sensors calibrated.
JASPER Expands Remanufactured Ford 6F50 Transmission Line
The Ford 6F50 is covered by JASPER’s 3-Year/100,000 mile nationwide transferable parts and labor warranty.
