2002 Ford Explorer, No Run / Poor Run Condition

This 2002 Ford Explorer came in with the complaint that the engine would run poorly or not at all. The customer stated that he was able to start the engine only after installing a new set of spark plugs. There were multiple codes stored in the PCM; P0113, P0123, P0453, P0708 and P1289. Some of … Continue reading “2002 Ford Explorer, No Run / Poor Run Condition”

1996 Ford Explorer, Intermittent No Crank Condition, Engine Stalls

This 1996 Ford  Explorer came in with an intermittent no crank condition. Followed by a stalling and no re crank condition.  The customer told me that he had fixed the battery cable connections. Well yes, there was a new negative battery terminal installed. I have mixed feelings about these painted battery terminals. I dislike them, … Continue reading “1996 Ford Explorer, Intermittent No Crank Condition, Engine Stalls”

1997 Ford Explorer, Low Oil Pressure On Gauge

This 1997 Ford Explorer came in with a complaint of low oil pressure reading on the gauge and sometimes the engine would rattle. Well this one is not an electrical problem but I thought I would share it with you anyways. The first thing I did was to check the oil to make sure there … Continue reading “1997 Ford Explorer, Low Oil Pressure On Gauge”