20 Most Recent 2003 Ford Explorer - Page 9 Questions & Answers

the switch for it is dead sometimes is a relay goes short does the dash button light go out when you press the button to turn it off ???

The easiest way to get this done is to take it to your mechanic or dealer and have him/her reset the code. -Steve

your door switch got stuck open circuit.

Interior light left on? A short somewhere in your electrical system. Dirty connection at battery. Possibly a light staying on because of bad door ajar switch?

Did you have the battery tested?

They are located in the Latch assembly...See pictures below saailer I’m happy to help further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/david_6df67de3b14de867

Switch is usually under dash and operated by the brake pedal shaft.

Sounds like the head gasket has been compromised.

have a compression test as it may be a cracked head. Remember that in cold weather there is steam and condensation coming from the exhaust pipe that is formed from the normal combustion process.

Cold weather right? Dripping is the water condensing from the exhaust gases. The "smoke" is more than likely water vapor, just like your breath in cold weather. If you have smoke (black) in warmer weather, you have an excess fuel problem and won't pass emmision tests. If blue smoke you have oil leaks into the coubustion chamber. Also will not pass emmisions test.

The bands should be tightened all the way with 10 ft-lbs on the adjuster bolt then 2 turns out and locked at that position

you can replace the ignition switch with out replacing the computer! the switch will be cheaper than a used steering column!

Hi, If you turned the wipers ON while they were still frozen to the windshield you likely stripped the gears in the wiper's motor. They're likely only going 1/2 way because the wipers also got misaligned on the motor shaft, too. You may get lucky and be able to REALIGN the wipers on the shaft. Watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-tR49oL1FQ for an idea of what I mean. GL, TD

Looking at the motor alternator is located in the front left side on top. Easy to get to . removes with two or three bolts. just changed mine this Spring.

One is under the dash to the left. The other is under the hood on the driver side next to the battery

It's either on edge of the backplate, or more likely inboard on the drive shaft a ring near the gearbox & diff.

You only need to replace the key lock barrel not the entire column. Take off the steerinf wheel and you'll be able to remove the key lock.

The only way your going to fix this is have someone with a up scale scan tool check an see what DTC's are stored in the ABS an engine modules an the 4x4 system ! The O2 sensor has nothing to do with the 4x4 ! An the ABS has nothing to do with the 4x4 not working either ! Four-Wheel Drive Systems - Electronic Shift Inspection and Verification - Electronic Shift

1. Verify the customer concern.

1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.

Visual Inspection Chart Mechanical Electrical

• Axle shafts and universal joints
• Driveshaft and universal joints
• Fluid leaks
• Matching tire size

• Battery junction box (BJB) fuses:
  • 17 (20A)
  • 18 (20A)
• Central junction box (CJB) fuse 12 (5A).
• 4WD control module
• Wiring harness
• MSS
• Gearmotor encoder assembly
• Connector(s)
• Circuitry

1. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.

1. If the concern is not visually evident, connect the diagnostic tool to the data link connector and select the vehicle to be tested from the diagnostic tool menu. If the diagnostic tool does not communicate with the vehicle:

• check that the program card is correctly installed.
• check the connections to the vehicle.
• check the ignition switch position.

1. If the diagnostic tool still does not communicate with the vehicle, refer to the diagnostic tool operating manual.

1. Carry out the diagnostic tool data link test. If the diagnostic tool responds with:

• SCP+, SCP-, UBP or ISO circuit fault; all electronic control units no response/not equipped, refer to Section 418-00 .
• No response/not equipped for 4WD control module, Go To Pinpoint Test B .
• System passed, retrieve and record the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), erase the continuous DTCs and carry out the 4WD control module self-test.

1. If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to the 4WD Control Module Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index - Electronic Shift to continue diagnostics.
2. This is going to be way over your hear , unless you fix these systems on a regular bases ! An not to mention the tools involved , do yourself a favor an take it to a shop that has experience in these matters an save yourself time an money !