2001 Ford Explorer Sport technical service bulletins
155 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Ford: certain 1999-2001 model year vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in new york and certain 2001...
- Steering shudder during low speed maneuvers - 4.0L engine
- Safety belt retraction speed
- Front axle leaks fluid from vent tube - vehicles equipped with 4X4 or AWD
- Safety belt web stop button service
- Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair
- General (PCM) power train control module programming procedures
- Revised procedure for adjusting alignment on all suspensions - new right hand upper control arm design for...
- General power train control module (PCM) programming procedures
- Rattle noise from primary chain drive area 2000-3000 RPM - 4.0L sohc engine
- Moisture in headlamp
- Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on and diagnostic...
- Customer satisfaction program 02M01 supplement #4
- Paint peeling and/or bubbling on the center finish panel of the instrument panel
- Steering shudder felt when turning, driving at slow speeds or at stop
- Generator noise in cold ambient temperatures
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble...
- Low line pressure reading at wide open throttle (WOT), slipping shifts and / or delayed engagements with...
- Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457 or...
- Water leak near the roof opening panel
- Clicking/popping noise from upper steering column area when turning
- Generator whistle/hoot noise in cold ambient temperatures
- Steering wheel shudder during low speed turning maneuvers
- Remote keyless entry (RKE) - service tips
- Wear-through condition on the abrasion sleeve of the upper radiator hose near the air conditioning...
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS) light flashing with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B2477 after replacement of...
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457,...
- Various noise issues from the rear leaf springs while driving
- Servicing multifunction switch wiring interference
- Rough idle and/or check engine lamp due to closure hose which becomes loose or disconnected at the right...
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with or without rough running, lack of power, surge or poor fuel economy...
- Fluid may leak out of the front axle vent tube
- Idle air control (IAC) valve diagnostic service tips
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on and diagnostic...
- Engine overheating due to thermostat failure
- No start, no communication with power train control module (PCM) using wds/ngs or a miss/buck/jerk while...
- Excessive fuel gauge fluctuation while driving (QSF)
- Inoperative or inacurrate speedometer, 4X4 lamp illuminatd, and / or diagnostic trouble code P1635 or P1639
- Noise-gear whine noise in 1ST and 2ND gear only-vehicles equipped with 5R55E transmission and 4.0L engine only
- Front brake wear - under investigation
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C1233 & C1234 - replace anti-lock brake system euc
- Excessive sulfur smell from exhaust
- Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (CMP) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge,...
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock
- Some vehicles may exhibit repeat service for air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble code B1994 (driver...
- Some vehicles may exhibit uneven and / or premature front brake pad wear, particularly the front inside pad
- Some vehicles may exhibit repeat service for an air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes B1994 and...
- Information on servicing multifunction switch wiring on vehicles equipped with tilt steering column
- Information on servicing the multifunction switch on vehicles equipped with tilt steering column
- Some vehicles with 4WABS may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes C1233 and C1234 (anti-lock brake sensor...
- Some vehicles equipped with a 5R55E automatic transmission may exhibit a gear whine type noise in 1ST and...
- Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel
- Some vehicles with 4WABS may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes C1233 and C1234 (anti-lock brake sensor...
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent soft clutch pedal which may cause difficulty in shifting gears...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no 1-2 upshift, no 2-3 upshift, a no engine braking condition in manual 1 or...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / no start condition due to fuel pressure bleed down
- Concerns with brake vibration, roughness and / or grinding noise, and excessive brake rotor corrosion
- Some vehicles equpped with 4.0L engine and automatic transmission may exhibit a rough idle, low speed...
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0 sohc (single over-head cam) engine may exhibit a primary timing chain...
- Some vehicles built prior to 9/15/2001 may exhibit low line pressure readings while in drive, no 2ND gear,...
- Some vehicles equipped with a 2.3L, 3.0L or 4.0L engine and 5R44E or 5R55E automatic transmission may...
- Information on diagnosing engine rattle noise from primary chain drive area between 2000-3000 RPM on cold...
- Some vehicles may exhibit wind noise around the front doors, near the top rear-ward portion of the door /...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of steering wheel leather peeling
- Some vehicles equipped with 5R55E/5R44E transmission may exhibit a whine noise in 1ST gear that goes away...
- Some vehicles equipped with 4WABS may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes C1233 and C1234 (anti-lock brake...
- Certain vehicles with 4X4 or all-wheel drive may have a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines
- Some vehicles may exhibit either a very hard or very soft clutch pedal feel
- Some engines may exhibit a hesitation in various drive modes and / or a malfunction indicator lamp...
- Some vehicles may exhibit adhesive extruding from the headliner material around the moonroof
- Some vehicles may exhibit an air bag light on with diagnostic trouble code B1993
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L engine and manual transmission may exhibit an intermittent stumble during...
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit a check engine light on with diagnostic...
- Some vehicles may exhbit a hard start/no start condition when trying to start the vehicle
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit excessive sulphur smeel from the exhaust when...
- Concerns with excessive sulphur smell from the exhaust when operating under certain drive modes
- Information on vehicles exhibitng fuel line damage due to pinching/squeezing of the fuel return line
- Subject regarding engine quitting on deceleration/stopping
- Customers may complain of moisture in headlamp
- Some vehicles built before april 23, 2001 may exhibit a hard start/long crank after sitting for an hour or...
- Some vehicles equipped with belt minder may exhibit the belt minder warning chime staying on after the...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of not being able to disengage clutch as the clutch pedal is stroked...
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure
- Some 4.0L sohc engines may exhibit excessive sulphur smell from the exhaust system while operating under...
- Some vehicles with the 4.0L engine may exhibit an engine flutter noise
- Some vehicles with a manual transmission may exhibit an engine loss or reduction in power condition on...
- Some vehicles may exhibit either a very hard or very soft clutch pedal feel, and/or a difficulty in...
- Concerns with rear wipers that do not sufficiently clean the back glass
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank condition after sitting for an hour or more
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no crank condition and a problem communicating with the powertrain control...
- Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key...
- Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing...
- Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires
- Concerns with engine quitting during deceleration
- Information on service parts for hard start condition
- Some vehicles may exhibit an passenger seat that does not latch securely after rleasing, sliding forward,...
- Some 4X4 vehicles with fewer than 10,000 miles may exhibit grease oozing from the front driveshaft cv joint
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks
- On some vehicles the rear wiper arm fails to clean back glass
- A condition may exist with flaking or peeling of the interior door pull handle paint on vehicles built...
- Some vehicles with fewer than 10,000 miles may exhibit grease oozing from the front driveshaft cv joint
- Some 4X2 vehicles may exhibit a rear axle whine
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration or while turning
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a yellow four wheel anti-lock brake (4WABS) lamp illuminated and diagnostic...
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a high-pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front axle area of the...
- Some vehicles built after july 24,2000 may exhibit a no crank condition and a communication concern with...
- Information regarding anti-lock brake system (ABS) module configuration
- Some vehicles may exhibit a yellow four wheel anti-lock brake (4WABS) lamp illuminated and a diagnostic...
- On some vehicles, including sport and sport trac, the front axle leaks fluid from the vent tube
- On some sport and sport trac vehicles, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) lamp may illuminate and diagnostic...
- Some vehicles may exhibit the horn switch sticking after it is depressed
- Concerns with vehicles exhbit fluid leakage from the front axle vent tube
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a consistent squealing noise from the front brakes when the brakes are applied
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc may exhibit a higher than normal base idle speed of 1200-1400 RPM...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a nibble or vibration felt through the steering wheel during low speed / parking...
- Air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes B1994 and / or B1998 stored in memory
- Information regarding pats change
- Some vehicles equipped with automatic transmission do not have neutral tow capability and CAN only be...
- Vehicles may experience start up timing chain noise
- Some vehicles may exhibit an ABS lamp on with diagnostic trouble code B2607 (module configuration...
- Some vehicles may exhibit the air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes B1994 and / or B1998 stored in...
- Subject regarding owner notification program recommending that customers return their vehicles to have the...
- Subject regarding owner notification suppllemental program for vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc engines -...
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0L sohc engine may exhibit a rolling idle and / or AC cycling at idle and...
- Some vehicles may exhibit the air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble code B1994 and / or B1998 in self test
- Ford motor company is providing additional coverage for the 4.0L sohc camshaft chain tensioner and lower...
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a rattling, ringing, rustle or metallic like sound(s) while driving in 4X2...
- Subject pertaining to supplemental tire inflation label
- Subject pertaining to right front seat movement after rear access
- Some vehicles may exhibit the air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes B1994 and / or B1998 in self test
- Experiencing a nibble or vibration felt through the steering wheel during low speed / parking lot type...
- Some vehicles equipped with firestone P235 / 75R15 wilderness ht tires may exhibit a vibration at speeds...
- Information regarding required wheel balance service
- Some vehicles may experience a nibble or vibration felt through the stirring wheel during low speed/...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a repetitive knock/ thump noise from the left front which is proportional to the...
- Some 4X4 vehicles may exhibit a repetitive thump / knock noise from the left front which is proportional...
- Some vehicles may experience left front brake thump noise
- Subject regarding bonus edsr award points
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0L sohc may exhibit a higher than normal base idle speed of 1200-1400 RPM...
- Brief information stating that certain vehicles do not have neutral tow capability and CAN only be towed...
- Information on new style wheel weight - 16 inch aluminum wheels for 2001 model year vehicles
- Some vehicles may exhibit a rear power backlite window being inoperative
- Information regarding vehicles that do not have the neutral tow capability
- Some vehicles equipped with firestone P235 / 75R15 wilderness ht tires may exhibit a vibration at speeds...
- Some 4X2 vehicles equipped automatic transmission may exhibit a vibration at high speeds, which may cause...
- Lack of heat and / or a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on with D%TC P0125, due to the thermostat...
- Subject regarding neutral tow capability
- Concerns with transfer case rattling, ringing, rustle or metallic like sound(s) while driving in 4X2 at...
- Certain 4X4S exhibiting a consistent squealing noise from front brakes when brakes are applied
- Some vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (ABS) lamp on with diagnostic trouble code B2607...
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