Top 10 2002 Ford Explorer Questions & Answers

Spray WD40 into all door latches, then shut and reopen doors till light and dinging stops.

I had the same problem that based on interner research is common for Fords trcuks/suvs. The common problem fro rear humming "rubbing"sound might be the rear wheel bearings/seal. These will need to be replaced as it will progressivly get worse and the noise louder and eventually the bearings can sieze. I would hesitate to take to a ford dealer if I were you as it can run $500-900. Take to mechanic that knows how to replace wheel bearings and seals. My mechanic replaced them for about $150. and the bearing and seals are around $40. A good way to test this is to raise the wheel were you can freely spin by hand...if does not spin or there is a lot of friction then it might be the wheel bearings.
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1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
2. Properly raise and support the vehicle.
   

Disconnect all wires connected to the starter, including this ground wire on the starter mounting bolt stud

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1. Tag and disconnect the wiring at the starter.

1. WARNING

1. When detaching the hard-shell connector at the S-terminal, grasp the plastic shell to pull it off. Do not pull on the wire itself. Ensure to pull the connector straight off to prevent damage to the connector and S-terminal. If any part of the connector is damaged, replace the damaged component.

Remove the starter motor (arrow) mounting bolts . .

Remove the starter mounting bolts and remove the starter.


. . . then remove the starter—be careful, the starter motor can be quite heavy

To install:

1. Position the starter motor against the engine and install the mounting bolts. Tighten the mounting bolts to 15–19 ft. lbs. (21–27 Nm).
   
2. Install the starter solenoid connector by pushing it straight on. Ensure that the connector locks in position with a notable click.
   

Install the starter cable nut to the starter solenoid B-terminal. Tighten the nut to 80–123 inch lbs. (9–14 Nm).

1. Connect any remaining wiring to the starter motor.
   
2. Lower the vehicle.
   
3. Connect the negative battery cable.
   

Fuse/Relay Location*Fuse Amp Rating* Description
1 60A** PJB 2 30A** BSM 3 20A** Not used (Spare)
4 30A** Rear defrost 5 40A** ABS (pump)
6 60A** Delayed accessory circuit breaker
7 20A** Power point #2 8 — Not used 9 20A** Power point #1
10 30A** ABS module (valves) 11 40A** PTEC
12 50A** Ignition relay/Starter relay
13 40A** Trailer tow battery, Trailer tow turn signals
14 10A* Foglamps 15 15A* Memory (KAPWR)
16 15A* Headlamp switch 17 20A* 4x4 (v-batt 2)
18 20A* 4x4 (v-batt 1) 19 20A** High beam relay
20 30A** Electric brake 21 30A** Front wiper motor
22 20A** Autolamp; Low beam 23 30A** Ignition switch
24 20A* Rear Fog Lamps 25 – Not used
26 15A* Fuel pump 27 20A* Trailer tow lamps
28 20A* Horn relay 29 60A** PJB 30 20A** Rear wiper motor
31 — Not used 32 — Not used 33 30A** Auxiliary blower motor 34 30A** Power seats, Adjustable pedals
35 20A** Rear power point 36 40A** Blower motor
37 15A* A/C clutch relay/Transmission

Heres the definitions of the fuse numbers:

In the battery Junction Box check fuse # 6-60AMP will feed Central Junction Box (under driver side), the inline circuit breaker #47-30AMP, through the Accessory Delay Relay, powered by fuse #17-15AMP to the Window Control Circuit. Check the fuses, and for 12v at the points. Then check for 12v at the driver side door switch pannel.

Also uou should check the plug into the main window button console in your drivers door. The little piece of plastic around the door handle pops out when pushed towards the front of the vehicle. This gives you access to the buttons and harnesses.

Good luck (remember rated this help).

On the 2002 ford explorer the camshaft postion sensor is located on the left (driverside) cylinder head near the top, heres a diagram to show you where its located. hope this helps,

The service engine soon/check engine (yellow light) comes only when the computer control unit (called the PCM) senses a fault in the electronic controls of the engine and/or the emission system you will seldom feel the car engine run any different, there are about 200 possible faults that turn the light on, to know what has developed a problem you must have the system tested, this is called an OBD2 fault code test, Kragen and Autozone parts stores do this testing for free.

This is kind of an open question as I am not sure what the A/C problem is so I have given you the 2 fuses that deal with part of the A/C as well as a relay. In the passenger compartment fuse panel in the number 10 position is a 10 amp fuse that deals with the tempreture blend acuator,the A/C clutch contact but also works with the heated seats. Diagram of fuse layout below. In the passenger compartment fuse panel in the number 37 position is a 15 amp fuse that is for the A/C clutch relay but also has some dealings with the transmission as well. In that same box in the number 52 position is the A/C clutch relay itself. below is a diagram of that fuse layout as well below. I hope this helps you and good luck.

Hi there:
Just two locations there:

Passenger compartment fuse panel
The fuse panel is located on the left hand side of the instrument panel facing the drivers side door.

osition 18 25A - Drivers Unlock Relay, All Unlock Relay, All Lock Relay, Power Seats


Power Distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment.

Position 4 30A - Power Windows, Power Moon Roof, Power Seat


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