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Explorer / Ranger Tech &
Maintenance Tips

• Explorer Control Trac
  Transfercase modification
   

• Mazda 5 Speed Manual
  Fluids and Leak Prevention
   

• Explorer Wheel Bearings
   

• Explorer Computer Chip
   

• Explorer Fuel Pump RFI
   

• Explorer Dual Batteries
  How to Install
   

• Cleaning Ford Explorer MAS
   

• Explorer Caliper Slide Pins
  Installing and cleaning
   

• Explorer Shock Skid Plate
   

• Explorer K&N Filtercharger
   

• Explorer Disc Brake Rear Axle
   

• Explorer Body Lift Install
   

• Explorer Dual Shocks
   

• Explorer Steering Stabilizer
   

• Explorer 2.5" Lift Install
   

• Speedometer Calibration
   

• Explorer Torsion Bar Lift
   

• Explorer Disc Brake Swap
   

• Explorer Rear Axle Seals
   

• Explorer Manual Hubs
   

• Atlas II Transfer Case
  Installation in a '93 Explorer
   

• KKM Filter Review
   

• Explorer White Face Gauges
   

• Ford Explorer Clutch Bleeding Procedure
   

• Spindle Nut Upgrade
   

• Ford Explorer 2wd - 4wd Conversion
   

• 1991 - 1994 Ford Explorer Tire Options
   

• 1995 - 2001 Ford Explorer Tire Options
   

• Ford Explorer Spring Over Axle Conversion
   

• Ford Explorer Vibration Problems
   

• Ford Explorer 5 Link Solid Axle Swap Dana 44
   

• Installing Rock Sliders on a
  Ford Explorer
   

• Ford Explorer Overhead Console Install
   

• 4.0 Valve Clatter in the Ford Explorer and Ranger
   

• Huge List of Maintenance Tips for the Ford Explorer
   

• Setting up Ford 8.8" Gears
   

• 4x4 Shift Motor Rebuild
   

• 4WD, AWD & Transfer Case Information & Operation
   

• Body Work 101 w/photos
   

• C4 Transmission Dana 20 Transfer Case Swap into Explorer
   

• A4LD Rebuild Diary
   

• 4R70W Transmission Rebuild Diary
   

• 5R55E Transmission Valve Body Rebuild
   

• A4LD / 4R55E / 5R55E Hybrid Transmission Project
   

• Dana 44 TTB Knuckles on a Dana 35 TTB Axle
   

• A4LD Front Seal Info
   

• Max Tire Size for Explorer
   

• How to Lower Your Explorer
   

• Ford Explorer Torsion Bar Removal Installation
   

• Front Differential R&R 1995+
   

• Converting R12 to R134A in Ford Explorer
   

• Wheel Spacers
   

• Wheel Offset Backspace
   

• IAC Valve Cleaning
   

• Control Trac Brown Wire Mod
   

• Explorer Preventive Maintenance Service Schedule
   
• Plugs and Wires - A Treatise
   
• Kleenex Juniors!!!!

• Battery Cables - Starter Won't Start?
   
• Thermostat - How to Replace It
   
• Changing the Coolant
   
• Coolant Loss - from a Cracked Head
   
• Coolant Loss - from the Lower intake Manifold Gasket
   
• Cooling Fan - Removal and Replacement
   
• Water Pump - Removal and Replacement
   
• Replacing the Explorer Ranger Radiator
   
• Engine Pinging
   
• Converting the A/C System - Getting Away from R-12
   
• Power Steering Pump
   
• Valve Cover Gaskets
   
• Removing the Exhaust Manifold
   
• Changing the Tail Lights - A Little Trick
   
• Changing the Spark Plugs
   
• Trailer Wiring
   
• Explorer Ranger Fuel Pump Relay
   
• Explorer fuel Pump & Sender Replacement - 1991 to 1994
   
• Explorer Fuel Pump & Sender Replacement - 1995 - ?
   
• Replacing the Explorer's Fuel Filter
   
• Fixing a Dead Fuel Gauge - Maybe It's the Float
   
• Explorer Ranger Fuel Pressure Regulator - Check Engine Light Driving You Nuts?

• Explorer Ranger Manual Transmission - Beware of Rubber Plugs
   
• Explorer Ranger Automatic Transmission - Changing the Fluid
   
• Explorer Ranger Automatic Transmission - The Speed Governor
   
• Explorer Ranger Automatic Transmission - Check Your Alternator Lately?
   
• Explorer Ranger Automatic Transmission - Modulator Valves
   
• What Happened to My Explorer's  or Ranger's Overdrive?

• Explorer Ranger Differentials - More Fluids to Change
   
• Explorer Ranger Transfer Case - What to Check First!
   
• Explorer Ranger 4wd System - Overhauling the Hubs and Troubleshooting
   
• Explorer Ranger 4wd System - A Note on the Automatic Hubs
   
• Explorer Ranger 4wd System - Converting Automatic Hubs to Manual Hubs
   
• Explorer Ranger Front Brakes - Also some more hub stuff
   
• Explorer Ranger Rear Brakes
   
• Make Your Own Brake Bleeder

• Explorer Shocks - Improving the Ride
   
• What Tires To Buy? - A Net Consensus
   
• Explorer Ranger Radius Arm Bushings - Those rivets are tough!
   
• Explorer Ranger Radius Arm Bushings - A little sidewalk engineering!
   
• Explorer Ranger Radius Arm Rivets - The Blue Torch Approach
   
• Fixing a Rear End Clunk

• The Center Arm Rest - Fix it Yourself
   
• Explorer Radio R&R
   
• Fixing the Explorer Power Windows
   
• Fixing the Explorer Door Switch
   
• Fixing the Explorer Rear Wiper
   
• Removing the Explorer Ranger Instrument Cluster
   
• Fixing a Broken Lock on the Rear Liftgate
   
• Replacing a Driving Light Lens
   
• Fixing the Sagging Driver's Door

• Vibrations - Where to begin?
   
• If You See Lots of White Smoke - Check Here First
   
• Clanging Cat Shield - A Few Suggestions
   
• Passenger-Side Heat Shield - Loud thumps from that side???
   
• Need a Cargo Liner
   
• Fixing a Vibrating Explorer Luggage Rack
   
• Replacing the Explorer Exhaust System
   
• Steering Wheel Clunk
   
• Miscellaneous Items