@@sorro_tek9599 Depending on what you've done in the last 100k, I'd suggest the basics - spark plugs, air filter (or clean it if a K+N type), fuel filter, oil and filter change, radiator fluid change/flush, radiator hose kit, transmission filter and new fluid, rear differential fluid replacement, power steering fluid replacement, brake fluid replacement. Check my Explorer playlist as I cover a bunch of this.
I must that that strong red and the blacked out windows with some black accents make this ride look really sharp. Especially this clean. With Adrenalin wheels even better.
If you are talking about on the dashboard, it comes with the LED readout from the factory in the early 2000's models. If you are talking about the radio, I had that installed at a local radio/tint shop that also installed a backup camera and Viper remote starter when I first purchased this a few years ago.
If only i had the v6, i love how changing your spark plugs is such a non chalant thing to do in the v6. Meanwhile if you sneeze or fart with the v8 while your installing them your liable to snap every spark plug in the block and strip all 2 threads in the process.
Now that made me chuckle. I had a 2004 Eddie Bauer Explorer a few years ago with the 4.6 V8 engine. It is tight to get in there and change the spark plugs. Much more involved than the 4.0 V6 for sure. A trick is to add anti-seize on the spark plugs and also add some dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug boots to help remove them in the future. But you are right, those 2 valve heads are tricky. I've found if you get the engine hot and drip a little ATF (trans fluid) along with some PB blaster into each spark plug hole, then use your socket to just break the plug loose about 1/4 turn. Let it soak for about 30 minutes. Then the plugs come out nice and it cleans off any debris at the same time. Should prevent any galled threads too.
3:55 scotty Kilmer taught me just to put the silicone grease on the coil pack instead of the spark plug that way when it pushes down it will have a layer of lubricant
My 03 explorer has the oil leak in the same spot. I tore it apart and put new valve cover gaskets on and today it's still leaking there. I think it's coming from the PCV valve behind there just around the corner. I don't recall if there was a gasket for that that I replaced, but should oil be coming from there?
I got a v6 shoc and did not use it for 2 months , now when I start it is has a missing engine, I replaced the plugs still no joy. Mostly from idle there is hesitation but after that is all okay ..
What spark plugs did you use? Sometimes the wrong plug can cause a misfire. I ran into that when I tried using a Platinum XP plug, my Explorer didn't like it. Also have you changed the fuel filter in the last year?
@@98saleen they are same as last time motorcraft AGF22FM finewire platinum. The fuel filter was clogged, I changed it also the fuel pump I did change just for the sake of it ... both new still... I xchanged the mass air flow sensor, and the throttle body and TPS, from my other explorer ... no joy
@@MyWorld-sy9el It's very possible you have an injector issue. Did you pull any OBD-II codes or do you have any check engine lights? See if you have any codes or pending codes such as for a lean condition. This could be simple as new O2 sensors or worst case, the injectors need cleaning and/or replacement. Not uncommon for the injector to flow less or have an issue and exhibit low rpm fueling issues which can cause idle and off/idle problems.
@@98saleen I did remove the Injectors and cleaned, but can not be sure they had a good spray pattern, but were all spraying. Maybe on second thought one might have been leaky or just has residue .. there are no engine light , yellow display. I have a scanner but don't know how to use it without code or engine light . I will check on if it has a oxygen sensor since the cat was removed for this part of the world
I have the same one, but its chugging gas like crazy... my friend who i bought it from says he thinks its from a misfire. What do you think could be the cause? And how could I fix it?
If it is a misfire, you should feel it in how it drives. Does it skip or feel like it loses power? Does it vibrate or spit-back when accelerating? Typically new spark plugs, spark plug wires, and a new coil should fix 99% of the issue, but the crank sensor can also contribute to some gremlin issues. Get a code scanner and see if there are any codes present or pending that might lead you to suspect anything else such as other sensors or lean/rich conditions. Finally replace the fuel filter and put fresh gas in it.
No but I did use swivels and extensions on my socket to get in there. I've heard of people that went thru the wheel well like you suggested, but I've never had to do it that way.
I'm in NC. The building for my shop is a 40x40 metal building I had installed. I have a whole series about it that should answer all your questions. Here's a link - ua-cam.com/play/PL43dvGdDMCtiQ8mxTTVsAMa_3p355ZdO-.html
Had an Explorer years ago with the 4.6 2v engine it was nice. However this 4.0 V6 was rebuilt a couple years ago by the previous owner so it should be fine for a long time.
The best ever played video with a detail instruction for replacement sparks on Expo! Thanks a lot!!!😊
Wow, thanks!
Always great you do a video on the Explorer. Loved it. I miss mine. Thanks!
Thanks. I've had quite a few folks asking for more Explorer vids, so I figured this was worth it.
@@98saleen mine got 195k miles what maintenance should i do on it now
@@sorro_tek9599 Depending on what you've done in the last 100k, I'd suggest the basics - spark plugs, air filter (or clean it if a K+N type), fuel filter, oil and filter change, radiator fluid change/flush, radiator hose kit, transmission filter and new fluid, rear differential fluid replacement, power steering fluid replacement, brake fluid replacement. Check my Explorer playlist as I cover a bunch of this.
@@98saleen wow amazing so much help ❣ defs will . This channel better keep growing A1 contnt
@@sorro_tek9599 Thanks!
I must that that strong red and the blacked out windows with some black accents make this ride look really sharp. Especially this clean. With Adrenalin wheels even better.
The best video on this subject very detailed .. thank you
Where did you get that LED display for explorer?
If you are talking about on the dashboard, it comes with the LED readout from the factory in the early 2000's models. If you are talking about the radio, I had that installed at a local radio/tint shop that also installed a backup camera and Viper remote starter when I first purchased this a few years ago.
If only i had the v6, i love how changing your spark plugs is such a non chalant thing to do in the v6. Meanwhile if you sneeze or fart with the v8 while your installing them your liable to snap every spark plug in the block and strip all 2 threads in the process.
Now that made me chuckle. I had a 2004 Eddie Bauer Explorer a few years ago with the 4.6 V8 engine. It is tight to get in there and change the spark plugs. Much more involved than the 4.0 V6 for sure. A trick is to add anti-seize on the spark plugs and also add some dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug boots to help remove them in the future. But you are right, those 2 valve heads are tricky. I've found if you get the engine hot and drip a little ATF (trans fluid) along with some PB blaster into each spark plug hole, then use your socket to just break the plug loose about 1/4 turn. Let it soak for about 30 minutes. Then the plugs come out nice and it cleans off any debris at the same time. Should prevent any galled threads too.
3:55 scotty Kilmer taught me just to put the silicone grease on the coil pack instead of the spark plug that way when it pushes down it will have a layer of lubricant
Either way will accomplish the same result.
My 03 explorer has the oil leak in the same spot. I tore it apart and put new valve cover gaskets on and today it's still leaking there. I think it's coming from the PCV valve behind there just around the corner. I don't recall if there was a gasket for that that I replaced, but should oil be coming from there?
I have the same exact one… 2003 V6 XLT. I want to upgrade the stock radio. Any suggestions? Looks like you have an upgraded one in there..
Dude, google is your friend! If you still need help. I'd pull up the wiring diagram I found for my 2003 xlt. That was the hardest part.
I got a v6 shoc and did not use it for 2 months , now when I start it is has a missing engine, I replaced the plugs still no joy. Mostly from idle there is hesitation but after that is all okay ..
What spark plugs did you use? Sometimes the wrong plug can cause a misfire. I ran into that when I tried using a Platinum XP plug, my Explorer didn't like it. Also have you changed the fuel filter in the last year?
@@98saleen they are same as last time motorcraft AGF22FM finewire platinum. The fuel filter was clogged, I changed it also the fuel pump I did change just for the sake of it ... both new still... I xchanged the mass air flow sensor, and the throttle body and TPS, from my other explorer ... no joy
@@MyWorld-sy9el It's very possible you have an injector issue. Did you pull any OBD-II codes or do you have any check engine lights? See if you have any codes or pending codes such as for a lean condition. This could be simple as new O2 sensors or worst case, the injectors need cleaning and/or replacement. Not uncommon for the injector to flow less or have an issue and exhibit low rpm fueling issues which can cause idle and off/idle problems.
@@98saleen I did remove the Injectors and cleaned, but can not be sure they had a good spray pattern, but were all spraying. Maybe on second thought one might have been leaky or just has residue .. there are no engine light , yellow display. I have a scanner but don't know how to use it without code or engine light . I will check on if it has a oxygen sensor since the cat was removed for this part of the world
@@MyWorld-sy9elTry your Idle air control valve. Its about $70 now, but it fixed my idle problem with a set of new wires. All oem.
Your thoughts on using denso iridium’s on an 04 explorer?
@@obxguy1 Never had any luck with them.
@@98saleen so I installed the denso iridium’s with new wires today. So far so good. Runs smooth and accelerates well
@@obxguy1 That's great. Hope they work out for you long term.
I have the same one, but its chugging gas like crazy... my friend who i bought it from says he thinks its from a misfire. What do you think could be the cause? And how could I fix it?
If it is a misfire, you should feel it in how it drives. Does it skip or feel like it loses power? Does it vibrate or spit-back when accelerating? Typically new spark plugs, spark plug wires, and a new coil should fix 99% of the issue, but the crank sensor can also contribute to some gremlin issues. Get a code scanner and see if there are any codes present or pending that might lead you to suspect anything else such as other sensors or lean/rich conditions. Finally replace the fuel filter and put fresh gas in it.
Another Great video, Thanks!!!....what do you think of the Viper auto starter??
Viper makes great products.
did you have to go through the wheel well to get to #3?
No but I did use swivels and extensions on my socket to get in there. I've heard of people that went thru the wheel well like you suggested, but I've never had to do it that way.
@@98saleen cool, thank you.
Listen brother I have to work with what I got if I can afford it I’m buying it but them Damm coils from auto zone it expensive
Where are you located and what kind of building is that is that on a metal building thank you
I'm in NC. The building for my shop is a 40x40 metal building I had installed. I have a whole series about it that should answer all your questions. Here's a link - ua-cam.com/play/PL43dvGdDMCtiQ8mxTTVsAMa_3p355ZdO-.html
If the motor blows I think you should get a junkyard 4.6 2v
Had an Explorer years ago with the 4.6 2v engine it was nice. However this 4.0 V6 was rebuilt a couple years ago by the previous owner so it should be fine for a long time.