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This happened twice this am; I was parking in a lot, I stepped on the brake, put the shift into drive stepped on the gas, the engine started racing then quieted down and all was well I thought.(I thought I might have hit the gas accidental like. A couple of minutes later, I was trying to leave...

CD changer in the console. Changer quit working,(second unit) so I thought I would install a new aftermarket cdplayer/am/fm etc. Bought a new JVC KW-KG-500 single cd/am-fm etc. did a test installation, hooked up the speaker wires etc. System fires up all the fancy bells and whistles light up. I...

Does anyone know for sure if the rear rotors are the same size as the front? I know that the front rotors are supposed to have the hub built into the rotor. What I don't know at this point is whether the rear rotors fit over the lugs and whether they are the same size as the front with the...

Well, I think I've looked nearly everywhere, but I can't find any specific info on front torsion bar end links. I know they exist 'cause I have new ones to install and can see the old ones. Specifically, how tight should they be? Torque? (This is a 2wd)

Anyone know for sure if I need to relieve fuel system pressure before replacing the vapor purge valve, which I assume is attached to the charcoal cannister under the spare tire?? #2 Is the purolator fuel filter adequate for a '96 5.0 ?? Can't seem to find specific info thru the search. Thanks GR

I'm not sure where the motor is located for the driver's door power window is located. Is it inside the door? I assume it is, but can't see anything and can't feel anything that feels like a motor. I sure would appreciate a step by step. I have done a search but it doesn't turn up anything that...

I've been through the search and I know I have seen comment on it, but I can't find it. So, how about a little help please. What's the best way to remove the rust stains from the glass lift gate. I've repainted the hinge buttons but I don't really want to wait for the stains to wear off. So...

This has been bugging me a while. Ford has the worst dipstick, at least mine is, on the market. This thing has an oblong piece of plastic on the end of a piece of wire and every time I try to read it I get po'd. If I turn it so that the writing on the handle is upside down it only reads full...

Ok, my Haynes manual says that the lower ball joints are not replaceable on my '96 and that I have to replace the whole lower control arm.(and upper for that matter) Is that true?? I have read and viewed Evans "how to" on ball joints which is great, but apparently his truck is a '2001. Is there...

Ok, we've solved the cam sensor problem, and the egr problem and it seems to have improved the mpg some but still haven't drove it enough to tell for sure how much. NEXT UP: The front end. It's starting to make some funny noises when I hit a bump or rough spot. The steering still seems to be...

Along with my ignorance of efi engines, I am also in the same relative boat with ABS. The guy I bought my truck from kept it garaged so the overall condition is fairly good. However, when I first opened the hood, there was a large amount of corrosive powder on the neg battery terminal. I cleaned...

Anyone who can point me in the direction of a pair of front fender liners? Cheap stuff is preferable. Just looking to keep the street stuff off the engine area. Thanks GR

Anyone know for sure what the timing mark looks like on this thing? I have the pointer located with no problem, but the mark on the crank pulley is invisible if there is one. There is a kerf cut into the damper. Could that be it?? The Haynes manual is of no help for this model, and the Chilton...

'96 4dr,2wd,5.0 V/8 XLT I have read the search archives and while there is very good info there, I am still somewhat confused about this sensor. Does the cam sensor ride on top of the synchro?? Can I replace the sensor only as long as I don't move anything like the synchro and not have to...

Any disadvantages to ceramic pads other than price?

Is throttle body cleaner ok to clean the MAF sensor with? Or should I use something else like brake cleaner or what?? Thanks George

Anyone have an idea for correcting the worn areas on the pad? The rubber or whatever is in good shape, just used excessively for entry and the # are pretty well obliterated. Any sources other than dealer for replacement part? ('96 xlt) Thanks, GR

Just a quick question guys; When I go slowly over a speed bump, my truck groans, creaks and generally protests the up/down motion of the body. Am I correct in assuming that the torsion bar ends need at a minimum, lubing or could this be the shocks? Any recommendations on the best lube for this...

Ok, I just got a new K&N air intake filter for my '96 5.0 X The question is, do I oil it or run it dry?? I've heard both ways. It seems that a dry filter would be better for mpg, but an oiled filter would be more effective as far as filtration is concerned. What say you EXPLORER experts...

"96 XLT etc. Anyone had to remove adhesive tape residue from the inside of the gate window? The clown I bought this truck from apparently taped a for sale sign to it, and I'm afraid that I might screw up the plastic if I use an adhesive remover. Thanks GR

Ok, onward and upward (to the bank) Sometimes I am smelling fuel and crank time is sometimes extended before start. I have searched the archives and the consensus seems to be that the fuel pressure regulator needs to be replaced. Will this condition progress? The smell goes away shortly after...

Specs in the title. I don't which trans I have. I know it's an auto OD. The data is supposed to be on the door frame according to Haynes, but it's not! Anyway, I think it's time to change the atf. The dipstick says use MERCON. What synthetic is best? Or should I stick with MERCON? Does...

I have to do some work on the engine of my '96 XLT and I keep reading about disconnecting the battery terminal when working around airbag sensors. Sound advice I'm sure, but why wouldn't pulling the fuse to the airbag system work just as well, and then not have to reset the computer etc. Or, am...

2 quick questions; #1 Anyone know what the vacuum hose size is for the egr valve? #2 If that hose is bad, would that throw a egr excessive flow code?? It's hard to get to so I would like to know the size before I cut the old one off. Thanks, GeorgeR

Well, it's time I dove into a full fledged t.u. on my EX. I have many years experience with carbureted engines but this is my maiden voyage with efi and control modules etc. I would like opinions on such things as double platinum plugs, are they worth the extra bucks?? What about Sea Foam? is...