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1997 Ford Explorer

97 sohc EB Speedometer question

Question:
I hear a noise that sounds like a speedometer going bad.  is the speedometer electical or is there a cable that could be going bad?  anyone ever come across this problem?  thanks for any info you can offer.  

Response:
My speedometer/odometer do not work. I have a 1997 Ford Explorer EB edition. The dealership is [...]

1997 Explorer Hatch Latch

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Hey great job! Sorry, I shoulda warned you about that hidden screw by the lock button.. I wound up busting my trim at the top, but not getting it off!   When I was putting it back on I had the hatch open, and I snapped the trim in place, and [...]

Cruise Control Lights

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> I vaguely remember the cruise control lights on the steering column working > when I first purchased this truck, but they are not working now.  Is there a > bulb  or fuse somewhere that needs to be replaced.  It is on a 97 Ford > Explorer XLT [...]

1997 Ford Explorer – heater core replacement procedure

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> Yeah, Yeah Allright……I know they sold because they were loaded and > cheaper than anything in its class. But for the average Joe (or chief) > The heater core is going to fail eventually.  It would be nice for > designers to have foresight to make certain hi-buck items easier [...]

4wd light

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Hi, Have a 1997 Ford Explorer AWD that just started having the 4wd and 4wd low lights come on (flash).  Seems fine in 2whl drive, but won’t go into 4wd when done manually.  Got a code 1781.  Any ideas what might be going on, what to check. J. London

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That [...]

1997 Ford Explorer Arm rest/compartment.

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I have a 1997, 4 door, 4 wheel drive Ford Explorer. The fold-up armrest/compartment between the passenger and drivers seat is broken. The plastic parts that hold the latch on the door of the compartments are cracked so the latch doesn’t stay in place very well. Also, the entire compartment is [...]

Sludge in TB and plenum

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Although the K&N doesn’t help, the 4.0L is prone to pull an extremely small amount of oil through the breather by the oil fill which tends to build up to a residue or sludge if not cleaned out. My 92 Ranger does the same thing w or w/o the K&N. Supposed to [...]

97 3rd brake light?

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The 3rd brake light on ‘95-’97 Explorers is a fluorescent light and ballast system. I can’t remember if Ford sells them separate or not though. I’ve seen prices in the neighborhood of $275 for parts only to fix from Ford but I don’t know if that included just the lamp or ballast [...]

No gas parking on a hill – any suggestions?

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You might want to check the TSBs at your Ford dealer – From the NHTSA Database – Make:  FORD Model:  EXPLORER Year:  1997 Service Bulletin Number:  12710 Summary Description: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION WHEN PARKED ON AN INCLINE WITH THE VEHICLE IN A [...]

where are the wiring schematics for 1997 Ford Explorer Limited

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Can anyone help me.  I have been trying to find a Chilton, Motors or Hayes manual for my 97 Explorer Limited.  No luck yet.  But I think I can order one on line through Chapters.ca In the meantime, is there a website/FTP/email that has the schematics for the electrical system on [...]