2001 Ford Explorer Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Plastic Intake Manifold May Crack Causing Coolant Leak

    The 1997-2001 Ford Explorer V8 with a 100% plastic intake manifold is known for engine overheating, even with normal use, and a coolant leak from the front of the manifold. This will often trigger the check engine light and low engine coolant warning light .

    The engine coolant leak is from a factory defect, which causes cracking on the front coolant passage of the intake manifold. In a very short time, this leak will lead to engine overheating issues, especially while the vehicle is idling.

    Between 1999 and 2001, Ford released an updated version of this engine, known as the 'PI' version with a metal coolant passage on the front of the intake manifold, to prevent future issues.

    There is no factory authorized repair for the intake manifold, and replacement is required to correct the engine coolant leak and overheating issues.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Replace Rear Wiper Motor if Rear Wiper Blade is Not Working

    The rear wiper may stop working. This could be due to a rear wiper motor that has failed requiring replacement.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Heater Stuck on Hottest Setting Due to Broken Heater Blend Door

    A failed heater blend door or actuator can cause the temperature control for the HVAC system to stop working. A clicking sound from the dash area would commonly indicate an actuator fault. If the heater gets stuck on the hottest setting, the heater blend door may be broken requiring replacement of the heater box to repair the issue.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Worn Timing Chain Cassettes May Cause Rattling Noise From Engine

    A rattling noise from the engine may indicate that the timing chain cassette is worn. Our technicians tell us that installing an updated cassette and timing chain tensioner should correct this concern.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Rough Idle and Stalling

    The Ford Explorer is known for a rough idle , engine stalling, loss of power, and misfires, accompanied by the check engine light .

    The intake manifold O-ring gaskets commonly leak, which creates a large vacuum leak. This vacuum leak causes unmetered air to enter the engine, and the fuel system becomes insufficient to compensate for the large amount of air reaching the engine.

    Replacing the intake manifold gaskets corrects this concern.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Exhaust Manifolds Can Crack and Cause Leak

    A ticking noise may develop from the engine due to a cracked exhaust manifold . Damaged exhaust manifolds will require replacement to correct this issue.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Dry Excluder Seals May Cause Squealing in Front Wheels Under 30 MPH

    4wd vehicles may develop a squealing noise coming from the front wheels when driving below 30 mph. This is generally caused by dry excluder seals, lubricating the seals will commonly correct this concern.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Problems With 5-speed Automatic Transmission are Common

    Various problems with the 5-speed automatic transmission were common. These problems can be more common on the 2002 models with build dates before March, 2002. There are many service bulletins describing the diagnoses and repairs, which include fluid leak repairs, transmission software updates, or internal failures requiring a costly repair.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Rear Window Wiper May Not Fully Contact Rear Window

    The rear window wiper may not fully contact the rear window. Our technicians tell us that replacing both the wiper blade and wiper arm will generally correct this issue.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Rough Idle When Cold Due to Upper Intake Manifold Gasket Leak

    The Check Engine Light will illuminate and the engine will idle roughly when cold. There are updated upper intake manifold gaskets to resolve the problem.

  • 2001 Ford Explorer Engine Misfires with Burning Smell Under Hood

    The Ford Explorer with the optional 5.0L/302ci V8 may develop misfires, rough running, and loss of power, accompanied by the check engine light illuminating.

    Ignition wires can rest on the exhaust manifolds if they are not properly secured. The hot manifolds will melt the insulation on the wires, damaging the wires and causing the mentioned condition.

    Replacement of the ignition wires, and securing them away from the exhaust manifold is necessary to remedy the rough running conditions.

2001 Ford Explorer Questions and Answers

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    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, fuel-pressure

    Ok I changed my motor in my 2001 ford truck and a motor out of a 1999 ford. I have good compression check and timing is right and good fuel pressure and good fire. Spins over but wont start. What sh..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Explorer Hazard Lights And Radio Continuously...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 125, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, hazard-light

    I have a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport which was purchased used. Its had electrical issues since I got it, but at first it was minor issues; such as, the check engine light remaining on, and the over-..

  • Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 4WD Lights Flashing

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 200, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, four-wheel-drive-light

    I have a Ford Explorer 2001 XLT. The 4wd has stopped working. The 4x4 high & low lights are flashing? Anyone know what this means? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; ..

  • Ford Explorer Balljoints

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 170, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, lower-control-arm, replace-remove

    Can the balljoints on a 2001 ford explorer sport/ v6/4x4/4.0ltr be changed without replacing the control arm @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, Augu..

  • Ford Explorer Car Door Will Not Open From Inside

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 160, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, symptoms, open

    Car door will not open from inside, I cannot get inspection tag if door will not open, I have to open from the outside help @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Explorer Car Shakes

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 125, 000 MILES

    related to general, shakes

    Car shakes while accellerating at all speeds. The faster I go, the worse it gets. I took to shop and they said bad tires, so I replaced them. Car still shakes. I would imagine they checked out..

  • Ford Explorer Clock Spring Wiring Diagram Needed

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V6, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 180, 000 MILES

    related to steering, steering-wheel, clock-spring

    Cruise control, temperature control and fan control on steering wheel not working. Airbag is fine and clock spring has continuity to the connector under the dashboard. Do you have a wiring diagram ..

  • Ford Explorer Could It Be A Clogged Catalytic Convertor?

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 130, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter, plugged

    I have a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport with about 130k miles. About three months ago it started running very sluggish and at times even backfires. I ran the codes on it after the check engine light cam..

  • Ford Explorer My Daughter Has A 2001 Ford Explorer And The Latch...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 90, 000 MILES

    related to body, liftgate, open

    My daughter has a 2001 Ford Explorer and the latch release handle for the rear lift gate does not function. I cannot open the lift gate to get to the release mechanism. How can I open the lift gat..

  • Ford Explorer A Few Days Ago I Tried To Start My Sport Trak And It...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 18, 900 MILES

    related to exterior-light, brake-light, not-working

    A few days ago I tried to start my sport trak and it just quit. It was trying to start but I noticed it was turning over slower than usual. After two attempts it would not do anything not even a cli..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Driver Window

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC

    related to body, window, relay

    We installed a new motor for the driver window. We got the window to go up but we had to reverse the wires on the switch to get the window down then we had to change the wires back to get the windo..

  • Ford Explorer KNOCK SOUND UNDERNEATH

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 160, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, knock

    TRUCK MAKES A KNOCK SOUND UNDERNEATH WHEN I COME TO COMPLETE STOP driving soon as I stop I hear afeel a little knock. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tue..

  • Ford Explorer What To Do To Fix Power Windows And Sunroof That Just...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 130, 000 MILES

    related to body, sunroof, not-working

    Windows and sunroof do not work. Been checking and changing fuses and keep blowing them all. What could the problem be? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } S..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Front End

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 114, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, symptoms, squeak

    When you push down on the front end on the driver side there is a bad squeaking noise. At first it sounding like it was comeing from the frame a harm put some wd40on it and whet away but came right ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Key Pad For Door Locks

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 75, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, lock

    I purchased the vehicle used last summer for my son. It has the numbers on outside of door for keyless entry. This morning he locked the only key we have for it inside at school. Would there happ..

  • Ford Explorer My 2001 Ford Explorer Have Oil In The Radiator

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 150, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, radiator

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  • Ford Explorer P0401 Code

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 101, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0400-p0499, p0401

    Code p0401 is not the pressure sensor what else could be that I need to change the egr valve @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Wednesday, February 16th, 20..

  • Ford Explorer P0442 & P0455 Codes

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V8, AWD, AUTOMATIC, 150, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0400-p0499, p0442

    I have an 01 ford explorer V8 and have been getting P0442 code then changed the gas cap 5 times (all from ford) and still get the code. The vechicle revs high about 1500 rpms at start up (hot or col..

  • Ford Explorer Possible Leaking Injectors On My Ford Explorer Sport

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 110, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-injector, leak

    Hi! I have a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport with a 4.0L V6. Here a short while ago my check engine light came on while driving. My first thought was that it could be the MAF sensor going bad, so I cha..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Power Steering Pulley Seized

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 2.5L, V6, 4WD, MANUAL, 140, 000 MILES

    related to steering, symptoms, pull

    Tonight smoke came out of the engine as I was pulling into work. Opened the hood and the P/S pulley, or thing that is belt wraps around to spin it, was bright orange like hot metal. I let it cool,..

  • Ford Explorer Rearview Mirror 2001 Ford Explorer

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 115, 000 MILES

    related to body, mirror, switch

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  • Ford Explorer How Do I Remove The Front Wiper Motor?

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 180, 000 MILES

    related to body, wiper, motor, replace-remove

    How do I remove the front wiper motor? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Saturday, November 17th, 2012 AT 6:16 PM ..

  • Ford Explorer I Am Repairing A Leaking Thermostat Housing In My 2001...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 263 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, thermostat, housing

    I am repairing a leaking thermostat housing in my 2001 Explorer Sport (4.0 SOHC). The original housing was clip in type (sensors) and the new housing is screw in. Is the clip type thermostat housing..

  • Ford Explorer Driver Window Replaced Door And All Door Locks Work...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 146, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, lock, switch

    Driver window replaced door and all door locks work but drivers window will not go down bypassed the switch with a jump wire to battery window rolled up and down every time tried a spare switch I ha..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Speedometer

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V6, AWD, AUTOMATIC, 91, 500 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, speedometer

    I done a test to see if my speedometer was accurate, which in this case it is not. It is reading 4-5 MPH too fast. II was going 40 mph (GPS) and it was reading near 46 mph. Is there a fix? @med..

  • Ford Explorer Front Drivers Side Door Wont Open

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 165, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, symptoms, open

    Drivers side door will not open neither inside or outside handle will open it? At first it wouldn't come unlocked not even by the key. Well we got one of them things cops use and got it unlocked but..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Brake Lights

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, brake-light, fuse

    2001 ford explorer sport track. 3rd brake light works both tail lamps dont. Neither does the trailer hookup. Its is not bulbs, fuses, or the switch behind the pedal. The flashers and the turn sign..

  • Ford Explorer Tail Lights Not Working

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 130, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, running-light, not-working

    Left rear brake light and turn signal not working. Have changed bulb, socket and checked fuse on dash by drivers door. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } F..

  • Ford Explorer Water Pump Replacement

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 133, 400 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, water-pump, replace-remove

    How to replace a water pump on a 2001 ford explorer sport 4.0 sohc v6 engine? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Friday, February 4th, 2011 AT 4:01 AM ..

  • Ford Explorer Problems Even If The Check Engine Light Isn't On?

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    My 2001 Ford Explorer sport won’t start without a bit of coercion from the gas pedal and would really like to fix the problem myself. I Just need to know before go and buy an OBD II reader, W..

  • Ford Explorer Abs Light, Flickering ABS Light, Not Charging

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 4.0L, V6, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 225, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, abs-light

    One day my ABS lights came on then the battery light turned on a few minutes later. Soon I lost power and I turned the truck off. The battery was dead. I received a jump and it instantly started, ..

  • Ford Explorer Changed Thermostat Now Car Shaking Violently

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V6, AUTOMATIC, 243, 644 MILES

    related to general, shakes

    My thermostat was leaking from the bottom housing my boyfriend changed it but now the car shakes really bad when I start it haven't driven it yet to scared to it didn't do this before we changed th..

  • Ford Explorer Doors Will Not Open From Inside

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 170, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, symptoms, open

    From the outside all doors on the car open. But from the inside the two back doors will not open and the child lock is not the problem. Any information will be helpful. @media(max-width: 960px) ..

  • Ford Explorer Engine Sputtering And Catalytic Converter Getting...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 187, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    The catalytic converter is getting cherry red hot and engine is sputtering. The muffler shop said my engine is running too rich. The engine light is on. They told me they didnt want to replace the..

  • Ford Explorer Failed Smog Because Lean Code P1071

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 193, 823 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p1000-p1099, p1071

    We have had a new fuel pump, MAF sensor, o2 sensor and new exhaust gaskets on it. What else could be the problem? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesd..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to fuel-system, gas-cap, replace-remove

    2001 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic check engine light keep coming on replace gas cap still getting same code @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } }..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, symptoms, shake

    My car seems to be shaking when you accelerate. It doesnt begin to shake til you reach about the speed of 35 and it acts as if it doesnt want to go any faster? My boyfriend is in Automotive and says..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 000 MILES

    related to general, shakes

    What would cause the truck to shake while driving @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, March 7th, 2010 AT 7:55 PM ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to exterior-light, brake-light, not-working

    2001 Ford Explorer turn signal and brake lights dont work but all fuses r good whats wrong @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, May 29th, 2008 ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Air Bag Light

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 89, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, airbag-light

    What is a code 37, as indicated by the flashes of the dashboard air bag/seat belt warning light on a 2001 explorer sport @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Automatic Door Locks

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 125, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, lock, auto-locking

    My drivers side door look will not unlock when I open it. I push down the unlock botton but the lock will not open. I even broke off the door handle trying to unlock it. All the other door lock..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Ball Joints

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 131, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, ball-joint, replace-remove

    2001 explorer sport 131,000 miles. Brought veh in to local repair shop for brakes- referred to place by co-workers. Repair guy told me I need upper/lower ball joints and brakes- total $ 1800. Frie..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Ball Joints

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to suspension, ball-joint, replace-remove

    2001 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic i would like to know if my bottom ball joints can be replaced at home. We replaced both the top ones but are not quite sure if the bottoms c..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Black Film On Front Rims

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 63, 400 MILES

    related to tires, rim

    I recently pruchased a 2001 Ford explorer which runs good. But I have a concern. THere is a build up for a black film on the front rims? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Bumpy Noises

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to suspension, sway-bar, bushing

    Noises problem 2001 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 94.000 miles hello my suv is making this anooying noise in the front both sides usally when it goes in to bumps. It sounds..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Car Is Very Loud

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to tires, pressure

    Tires and Wheels problem 2001 Ford Explorer V8 Automatic 107000 miles My car is getting increasingly loud. We thought it might be the tires and have experimented with different tire press..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Check Engine Light

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 132, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Good morning, I was writing inreference to the check engine light on my truck. I have heard that I can run into alot of unecessary cost by getting this checked, plus I have heard that I am getting..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Check Engine Light

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 133, 450 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    My check engine light has come on, what may be the problem? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Wednesday, January 13th, 2010 AT 10:45 AM ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Check Engine Light

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    2001 Ford Explorer Why does the check engine light keep coming on? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, January 21st, 2010 AT 12:40 PM ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Check Engine Light

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 4 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 148, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    My check engine light had been on for about 2 months and after having someone check it they said it was a mis-fire. Well my car battery died a few days ago so I replaced it. Well as soon as I replac..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Check Fuel Cap Warning Light

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 57, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, gas-cap-light

    The check fuel cap warning light came on. I checked the cap and it was fine. It is an aftermarket locking one so I switched it with the stock one and the light is still on. Now what do I do? @m..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Check Susp Light

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 104, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Hi Guys. My 2001 Explorer XLT is running and ridding great. The check susp light came on about a month ago and since I am laid off from work I can't afford to get it looked at. There hasn't been a s..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Column Shifter

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 85, 000 MILES

    related to steering, column

    When I try to shift my car from park to any gear it gets stuck and it takes and it takes me a few times of pulling before I can get it out of park @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Door Handle

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to body, door, handle, replace-remove

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  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Door Wiring Shortage

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 182, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, wiring

    When opening the door the electric window works when closed the window motor wont wok as well as dome light comes on and off occasionally when door is open @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Driver Side Door Window Stopped...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to body, window, not-working

    The driver side front window stopped going up and down in my ford explorer sport. If you think it is the motor what is the best test for checking this? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display:..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Engine Light

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 90, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    My vehicle started actine weird after I got the booster replaced. First the fuel cap light came on then the engine light. I replace the fuel cap but it came back on. Then I took it to autozone to ge..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Engine Light Came On

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V8, AWD, AUTOMATIC, 152, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    It is 2 degrees and the car is gargare kept, but when I tried to start it it didn't want to idle. I keeping my foot on the accelerator until the car warmed up and then it idled fine, however, aft..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Engine Temperature Gauge Not...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 10, 600 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, engine-temperature, not-working

    I have a 2001 Ford Explorer XLT, I have recently bought this SUV. It will not pass emissions inspection. The engine light is on, and the temperature gauge is not working. I made a trip to my local..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Esplorer Sportrack Ball Joint (...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 86, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, ball-joint, replace-remove

    Can I just replace the ball joints on the lower control arm because some autoparts just sell the actual ball joints but the manual says different I can find the control arm with the ball joint but r..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Exhaust

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 94, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter, test

    My 2001 explorer will not pass the emissions test I have tken the vehicle to two different mechanics, one thinks that the oxygen sensors are bad the other says that the catalyic converter or parts ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain

    Engine Mechanical problem 2001 Ford Explorer Two Wheel Drive Automatic 17989 miles eighth digit of vin is engine code what is engine code E @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: n..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Front End Shake At Speed

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 122, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, symptoms, shake

    I noticed a shake before replacing my tires and thought it was from one of them being out of round. I replaced all 4 tires (they were due for it anyway) and thought that would be it. Not even clos..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Fuel Presure

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 210, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, fuel-pressure

    I have replaced the fuel pump 4 times over the 220k miles. I have installed an external fuel pump. A fuel pressure gauge after the pump shows large swings in pressure with engine RPMs also changing...

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Headlights Will Not Shut Off Even...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 206, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, headlight, relay

    My headlights on my 2001 Ford Explorer are now continuously on while the switch is off and the ignition is off with the keys out. The only way I can shut them off is by pulling the "Parklamps Relay ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Light Won't Turn Off

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to exterior-light, turn-signal

    Electrical problem 2001 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic The interior light does not turn off when the doors are shut thus draining the battery. @media(max-width: 960px) {..

  • Ford Explorer Fuel Pump Relay Location

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, relay, location

    Where is the fuel pump relay? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 AT 4:10 PM ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Locks

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 108, 500 MILES

    related to body, door, handle, replace-remove

    The driver side lock won't unlock when I lock the car. To unlock it you have to fo thru the passenger door and pull the handle to pop the door open. I believe something needs to be adjusted or repla..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer NOISE

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug

    My engine is loud sounds like diesel there is air coming out of leftside in between the 1st and 2nd sparkplug @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, Ma..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Oil Pressure Gauge Drop Off

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 115, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, oil-pressure

    When I stared the engine the oil pressure gauge read normal, but after 30 sec. Aprox. Drop off to 0 psi and beginig make noise on the valve cover. I put new oil pump, oil and oil filter and cleane..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Power Steering

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 4 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 116, 222 MILES

    related to steering, fluid

    My power steering started making noises and shaking when I make turns. I put new power steering fluid in it and it was fine for about a week and then it started the same problem again also just the ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Radiator Hose

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 85, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, radiator, radiator-hose

    I have a radiator hose in this vehicle that has a small leak. Everytime I order a new hose, it's the wrong one. The hose in it now is much longer and completely different from the hoses that the r..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Ratlleing Noise

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 12, 800 MILES

    related to body, door, symptoms, rattle

    The back door rattles when I hit any type of bump It is a combination of the glass and the cover to the back door how do you suggest I fix that @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;pa..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Rear Door Latch

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to body, door, latch

    My 2001 Explorer rear door latch will not open. And I cant figure out how to get into the door panel to diagnose whether it is the handle, latch or linkage between the two. @media(max-width: 960..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Removal Of Driver's Side Door...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V8, AWD, AUTOMATIC, 53, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, panel, replace-remove

    I am in need of instructions or drawings for removal of the driver's side front door panel. The instructions are needed as I need to replace the remote controlled, heated driver's side mirror (wi..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Replacement

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to steering, tie-rod-end, replace-remove

    2001 Ford Explorer So my car makes a creaking noise when turning and hitting bumps, the local ford dealer listened and said if could be one of two things: tie? Rods or ball bearings. I was j..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Replacing Door Handles

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 142, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, replace-remove

    I just bought a ford explorer xlt 2001. Found door handle parts online, question is: Do you have an avg cost for labor only to replace the handles? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Seal And Bearings

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to tires, replace-remove

    Tires and Wheels problem 2001 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive 90,000 miles Steps to change seal and berings right rear wheel @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;paddin..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Shaky Front End And Sterring

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 75, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, symptoms, shake

    I recently finished replacing my back brakes and bleeding all calipers. I took the truck out for a test drive and noticed a shake in steering wheel when I made a turn. Even worse, the front end v..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Shift Motor And Modulator Broken?

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 80, 000 MILES

    related to steering

    I just put my Explorer in the shop for power steering problems, and the shop called to tell me the 4x4 system is broken. The shift motor and modulator both shorted out so I was just wondering if it..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Signal And Brake Light Failure

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 64, 900 MILES

    related to exterior-light, brake-light, not-working

    Signal lights and brake lights will not work. The brake light at the top of the back hatch DOES work. How do I fix this @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } F..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Sport

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to steering

    How much would I need to spend to fix the racompinion steering for a 2001 ford explorer sport w/ about 100,000 miles on it? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Problems

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    Hi I have a 2001 ford explorer sport I have two problems I think first my truck is giving me two trouble codes p0300 random misfire, and p0304 cylinder 4 misfire, so I replaced spark plugs and wire..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Sport (road Noise?)

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to tires, symptoms, noise

    I recently purchased a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport with 80K miles. The car seems to be riding loud especially at speeds of 20-40 mph. I get a repetitive sound that seems as if it is coming from the tir..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Stop Lights

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to exterior-light, brake-light, not-working

    Electrical problem 2001 Ford Explorer V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic The brake lights are not working I've replaced bulbs, and fuses still not working. I checked and there was no power going..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Sway Bar Link Assembly

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 76, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, sway-bar, link, bushing

    How hard is it to replace the sway bar bushings or links? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, March 30th, 2009 AT 4:50 PM ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Temp Gage Goes Up

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, engine-temperature

    Engine Cooling problem 2001 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic Temp gage goes up when sitting in traffic, new water pump, fluid is full no leaks, fan and fan clutch seem te b..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Tires

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 116, 222 MILES

    related to tires

    If the tires I have on my explorer now are 235 75 15 and I put 205 75 15 on it what will be the effects and defects @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thurs..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Turn Signal Blues

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 80, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, turn-signal

    My turn signals started blinking quickly then not at all. I found a burnt front/right bulb and replaced it. Now everything works except the back right, which just blinks quickly. What do you thi..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Water Leaking At Transmission

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 250, 000 MILES

    related to interior, water

    Just had used motor put in four months ago now there is water leaking at transmission look at reciept it says the replaced the transmission torque for 650.00 dollars any answers @media(max-width..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Wheel Or Suspension

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 125, 000 MILES

    related to suspension

    I was trying to back up this vehicle 2001 ford explorer and it was like the brakes were locked on but upon further inspection I noticed the left front wheel was turned all the way in while the left ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Window Regulator

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 108, 000 MILES

    related to body, window, regulator, replace-remove

    I was wonedring if you could give me advice to change out rear window regulator in an explorer @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, January 5th, 2009 ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Windows

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to body, window, not-working

    2001 Ford Explorer My windows and sunroof won't open @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 AT 7:53 AM ..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Explorer Windshield Wiper Fluid Coming Out...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 14, 700 MILES

    related to body, wiper

    My windshield wiper fluid is not being squirted out the nozzles. I unclogged the vents with a paper clip. Temp is above 32 so fluid is not frozen. Does anybody have ideas as to how to diagnose p..

  • Ford Explorer Windshield Wipers Not Working

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to body, wiper, not-working

    Six cylinder two wheel drive automatic my windshield wipers went out yesterday and I have replaced the wiper fuse and the relay fuse and they still will not work. What may the problem? @med..

  • Ford Explorer 2001 Ford Taurus

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 111, 500 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, radiator, drain-plug

    How do I find the radiator drain valve and the hose at the top of the engine to be cut? Do you have any photos? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, ..

  • Ford Explorer Brake Light Flashes On While Driving!

    FORD EXPLORER

    related to exterior-light, brake-light

    2001 Ford Explorer Sport 165K Miles Auto Transmission Red Brake Light will ocassionally flash on while I'm driving. What in the world does this mean? Thank you so much for your time..

  • Ford Explorer Check Engine Light - Codes P0170 & P0174

    FORD EXPLORER

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I have been chasing a persistant CE issue for 6 months. If anyone knows a fix that works PLEASE help. Ford Explorer Sport Trak 2wd 2001 4.0L SOHC V6 140,000 miles What I've tried so far in seq..

  • Ford Explorer Front End Clunk

    FORD EXPLORER

    related to suspension, symptoms, clunk

    2001 ford explorer awd 6 cyld 147,000 km. My question is. I have had a noise from the front left, and I figured drive shaft because I just replaced the right one about a month ago. I needed breaks ..

  • Ford Explorer Goodyear Wrangler Tires/2001 Ford Explorer/6 Cyl/45000...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER

    related to tires, symptoms, wear

    I was recently told that one rear tire is just starting to show some dry rot. Then I was told this SUV( Ford Explorer 2001/4 wheel drive) has a portion of the 4 wheel drive on all the time even whe..

  • Ford Explorer Intermittent Power Lock Fault

    FORD EXPLORER

    related to body, door, lock

    Ford Explorer XLT 2001 V6: For several weeks now I am having problems with the locks of both the rear hatch door and window, and also the rear side passenger door lock (opp to driver side). They w..

  • Ford Explorer No Interior Lights

    FORD EXPLORER

    related to interior, interior-lights

    I have 2001 Ford Explorer XLT, 79,000 miles, 4.0l engine, serviced 7/21/07 for 78,000 mile check. Problem: no interior lights, will not come on, windows will not go down, hazards do not wo..

  • Ford Explorer Shaking Violently

    FORD EXPLORER

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    Hi, I was hoping someone could help me out. I have 2001 ford explorer sport trac 43,000Km that shakes pretty violently when the car is at stop and had the check engine light come on. Once I step on..

  • Ford Explorer Spark Plugs

    FORD EXPLORER

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    I have a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport. I need to change the spark plugs. Right side going to be a problem. What needs to be removed in order to do this. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display:..

  • Ford Explorer Fuel Pressure Issue

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 4.0L, V6, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 249, 432 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, fuel-pressure

    When I prime the system the fuel pump sounds normal to me not weak at all. (Will put video) and the fuel rail has good pressure when I prime but after starting and letting idle for a few minutes I t..

  • Ford Explorer Lift Gate Latching Mechanism

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 150, 000 MILES

    related to body, liftgate, latch, replace-remove

    I'm replacing the lock actuator on this SUV listed above and am on the 99 yard line. I have the actuator unbolded, the latching mechanism unbolted, the yellow clips on the side latching rods unc..

  • Ford Explorer Power Windows Stopped Working After Replacing Overhead...

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 225, 000 MILES

    related to interior, center-console, light, replace-remove

    My power windows stopped working (all four of them). The mega fuse #4 is not damaged but there seems to be no power running to the fuse receptacle. Adjacent mega fuses are receiving power. Any ideas..

  • Ford Explorer OBD Code P0442

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V6, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 156, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0400-p0499, p0442

    When the vehicle is idling, it seems as if it is going to stall out. It has not yet, but has come close. I have checked the gas cap to ensure it is tight and is not defective. I am curious to what..

  • Ford Explorer Rear End

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 11, 800 MILES

    related to tires, symptoms, wear

    My tire on rear left side is bowing in, at the top the tire shows lots of wear, only one tire is doing this the driver side rear tire. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0;..

  • Ford Explorer Security Light Flashing

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 189, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, security-light

    Have my truck at ford dealer for over two weeks, had theft light flashing no start. They have change every part due to security system have you every saw this or have a suggestion that might help...

  • Ford Explorer Spark Plugs And Coil Change

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, V8, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 155, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    Have had the plugs and coils changed, as it was missing on one cylinder (plug broken). Have been told now that there is no compression in the motor. What would cause this as apart from the initial ..

  • Ford Explorer Speedometer Not Working

    2001 FORD EXPLORER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 158, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, speedometer, not-working

    Everything on instrument panel is working. Speedometer started jumping. Now it gets stuck. Car was parked, no key in ignition and speedometer read 50. If you tilt steering wheel up and down, it m..

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