What was the problem with my Ford Explorer differential?

Tl – the contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that there was a whinnying noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the rear differential was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred.

What does it mean when your differential oil is leaking?

Differential fluid often looks just like motor oil. Once again, you’ll have to put your eyes on the leak to determine its origin. Usually, if you have a leak at the rear of your vehicle and it’s rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, it means your differential is leaking. Differential oil usually has a distinctive smell.

Why does my Ford Explorer leak in cold weather?

Radiator (1995, 1996): The radiator may leak in cold weather because of a bad seal between the tank and core. Suspension problems (1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001): The sway bar links may bend or break because the original bushings are too rigid.

What are the problems with a 2002 Ford Explorer?

See all problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer . The contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, a burning odor was noticed as the rear differential seized within moments. The failure occurred without warning.

Are there any problems with the Ford Explorer XLT?

See all problems of the 2003 Ford Explorer . Our 2002 Ford Explorer XLT with 109,000 miles has serious transmission slippage between 2nd and 3rd gears. The local dealer and an independent repair shop state that the transmission needs replaced at a cost between $2,500 and $3,500.

What kind of fluid is leaking from the axle seal?

Yes. The fluid leaking at the axle seal is differential fluid. The diff fluid flows down the axle tubes on the diff to lubricate the outer axle bearings. It depends on the rate that the fluid leaks out on how far/long the vehicle can be driven.

When does Ford Explorer clunk when I drive over bumps?

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Why does my differential make noise while decelerating?

Sometimes, the noise is not differential-related, but is caused by other driveline or axle components. This guide will help you match up the noise you’re hearing with the differential or axle component making it, or at least get you in the ballpark. Noise: Howl while decelerating (gears previously quiet) Cause: Loose pinion bearingpreload

Is it dangerous to drive a 2002 Ford Explorer XLT?

Our 2002 Ford Explorer XLT with 109,000 miles has serious transmission slippage between 2nd and 3rd gears. The local dealer and an independent repair shop state that the transmission needs replaced at a cost between $2,500 and $3,500. It is dangerous to drive in its current condition because there are times when it will not accelerate.

Why does my rear differential make a clunking noise?

If the pinion bearings are the problem, they create more of a whirring noise than a rumble because it turns several times faster than the carrier assembly. Regular clunking every few feet can also be an indicator of a broken pinion gear and/or chipped and damaged ring gear.

Why does my Ford 4×4 have a clunk sound?

But as you can hear in the video above, with Ford’s electronic shift-on-the-fly system, tires rotating at different speeds causes a harsh, excessive clunk that you can bet is damaging of the 4×4 system along with related axels and bearings and such.

What was the failure mileage on a 2004 Ford Explorer?

The approximate failure mileage was 200,000. The contact owns a 2004 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the rear liftgate body panel was cracked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the body panel needed to be replaced.

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What does it mean when your car clunks on corners?

Regular clunking every few feet may indicate broken ring or pinion gears. Banging or clunking only on corners can be caused by broken spider gears, lack of sufficient positraction lubrication, or worn positraction clutches. Rumble while turning may indicate bad wheel bearings.

Why does my car make a clunking noise when accelerating?

A clunking or banging when cornering, reversing, or quickly slowing down from highway speeds may be from worn spider gears or clutches, or lack of or incorrect lubrication. Hearing the noise when accelerating may be due to worn or loose axle or yoke splines, spider or U-joint wear, or differential backlash noise.

Why does my Ford Edge make a clunking noise?

Clunking noises are annoying and potentially dangerous, and should always be investigated. They vary from relatively harmless hubcap rattles to more serious issues with suspension and steering components. Unfortunately, there are many possible sources, and some are hard to locate with the vehicle stationary.

Another common problem for the 2002-2003 Explorer is wheel bearing failure at around 90k miles, with a typical repair bill of $500 to $1000 depending on how many wheel bearings failed. Adding insult to injury, the 2002-2005 Explorer also has a massive problem with the rear panel cracking.

How much does it cost to replace a Ford Explorer transmission?

The 2002-2005 Explorer has a very well-established record of expensive transmission failure at under 100k miles. The Explorer has an enclosed transmission which is typically replaced with a rebuilt transmission at a cost of almost $3,000.

Where are the interior lights on a Ford Explorer?

ALSO ON THIS VEHICLE,THE INTERIOR LIGHTS BURN WHEN THEY WANT AS LONG AS IT WANT. THE PANEL ON THE BACK BELOW THE REAR GLASS SPLIT WIDE OPEN (SEEN MANY MORE OF THE SAME ON OTHER EXPLORERS)!

When did my rear differential start leaking on the floor?

Rear differential start leaking on the garage floor about 6 months ago, paid a local garage about $180.00 to relace some seals. About 3 months ago (67000 miles) a slight whinning noise started when the accelerator or cruise were engaged. I thought it was a fuel pump thing or tires.

Why does my Ford Explorer shudder when driving?

Loss of power: while driving my 2015 Ford Explorer XLT with 3. 5l v-6 engine on the highway (10/04/18), the wrench light came on and the car started to shudder and lose speed. Pushing down on the accelerator had no affect and the car rapidly decelerated. The engine was running very rough with heavy vibration.

Why does my car shudder when I turn a corner?

You’re right to be concerned. When your car is in a turn, the front end components and tires are under more stress than when you are driving straight. So if the car isn’t turning smoothly, something is no longer equal to its task. You need to figure out what’s wrong and have it corrected as soon as possible.

Why does my Ford Explorer make a clunking noise when turning?

Vehicle has been making clunking noises from the front end when turning the steering. It started with probably 25K miles and has become worse over time. Over the past two months, the problem has magnified, with the sound becoming greater. Twice over the past week, my steering locked up while turning.

How does Ford Explorer disengage from low range?

To engage or disengage LOW range, the vehicle speed must be less than 5 km/h, the brake depressed, and the transmission must be in NEUTRAL. The front/rear driveshaft speed sensors (Hall effect) are mounted to the transfer case and detect the speed of the front and rear driveshafts.

Is the 2002 Ford Explorer XLT 4 wheel drive?

2002 Ford Explorer XLT does not engage in 4 wheel drive. Disconnected negative terminal to battery, removed 4X4 Control Module, inspected module, modulel looks new, reconnected 4X4CM and reconnected negative cleaned battery terminal. 4 wheel drive still will not engage in nuteral or drive. Should we take it to Tunex?

Who is to blame for the Ford Explorer rollover?

NHTSA also cleared Ford of the blame for the rolling Explorers, because, virtually all of the trucks that rolled, were on Firestones. Those with replacement tires, or OEM Goodyears, or BF Goodrichs, for some odd reason, didn’t roll.

What was the problem with my Ford Explorer differential?