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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Compressor Service -> Shaft Seal, Replace -> FS-10 -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

FS-10

Removal
  • Clamp compressor in suitable support, then remove clutch hub as outlined in "Clutch Hub & Pulley, Replace."
  • Remove shaft seal felt from nose of compressor.
  • Remove snap ring as follows:
    • Insert tip of snap ring remover tool No. T89P-19623-DH, or equivalent, into one eye of the snap ring, Fig. .
    • Rotate snap ring until eye is close to compressor shaft, Fig. .
    • Keeping tool shaft against side of nose opening, quickly pull upward and remove snap ring, Fig. .
  • Push shaft seal remover over compressor ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Gasoline Fuel Injected Engines Except Escape, Freestar, Mariner, Monterey, Villager, 2005-06 Aviator, Explorer & Mountaineer, 2005-06 Expedition & Navigator & 2004-06 F150 & Mark LT
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

The fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. This residual pressure must be relieved before servicing the fuel system. To avoid injury or fire, release pressure from the fuel system before disconnecting any fuel line.

The fuel system pressure must be relieved prior to disconnecting fuel lines to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Single Cardan, Flange Yoke -> Single Cardan, Slip Yoke
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Single Cardan, Slip Yoke

Disassemble

Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing shaft failure during vehicle operation. Place the shaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube. If components are not marked and installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.

  • Index-mark the shaft components.
  • Remove and discard all four snap rings.
  • Clamp bearing cup removal tool No. 205-086 or equivalent in a vise.
  • If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup t...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove frame damper.
  • Remove starter motor solenoid terminal cover.
  • Disconnect starter motor wires.
  • Remove starter motor ground cable and nut.
  • Remove starter motor mounting bolt and stud bolt.
  • Remove starter motor from vehicle.
  • R...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Low Oil Level Warning Indicator ->
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

This system is used to indicate a low engine oil level condition. The lamp should light during engine starting. If oil level is sufficient, the lamp should go off when engine is operating. If oil level is low the...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at heater inlet tube.
  • Remove hose from heater inlet tube.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
  • Disconnect heater out...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove air cleaner outlet tube.
  • Rotate tensioner by turning counterclockwis...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Transmission Cooling Components Diagram for 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac  4.0 V6 GASTransmission Cooling Components Diagram for 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Auxiliary Fluid Cooler
  • Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube
  • Transmission Fluid Coolers
  • Capacitor,Ground Strap, Ground Strap Body to Frame Diagram for 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac  4.0 V6 GASCapacitor,Ground Strap, Ground Strap Body to Frame Diagram for 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Capacitor
  • Ground Strap
  • Engine Ground Strap
  • Body Ground Strap
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac  4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Exterior Rear View Mirror, Driver Side
  • Exterior Rear View Mirror, Passenger Side
  • 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac  4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Dimming Module
  • Park/Turn Lamp, Left Front
  • License Plate Lamp, Left
  • License Plate Lamp, Right
  • Park/Turn Lamp, Right Front
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: 4 WHEEL DRIVE/ALL WHEEL DRIVE - WITH CONTROL TRAC - SHUDDER ON ACCELERATION / DECELERATION OR BINDING ON SLOW TURNS
    Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Sticking, Binding
  • Vibration
  • Auto Systems:
  • Drive Axles, Shafts, U-Joints, CV-Joints
  • Document: RECALL - CERTAIN 1992-2003 MODEL YEAR CARS AND TRUCKS - FUSED JUMPER HARNESS REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE FUSED JUMPER HARNESS
    Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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