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FordTechMakuloco hey whats the best spark plugs to use for a 98 ford explorer eddie bauer with the 4.0 sohc ive hurd so meany mixed reviews on what to use
FordTechMakuloco I’ve noticed something similar to my 2006 Ford explore. I had to get it towed to a auto repair place and they fixed it but it still feels sluggish.
I definitely agree. I have a 2006 Mountaineer. And I think I have the same issue described in the video. Gonna switch out my coils for some MSD blaster coils.
Excellent Advice. I've had transmission issues for years. Recently, my local mechanic told me the PCM is shot. Most recently the engine was running really rough and the transmission kicked frequently. Replacing the ignition coils fixed all these issues. My engine and transmission are running smoothly now.
THANK YOU!! This video absolutely saved my truck! I was at my limit trying to figure out what was wrong and was about to give up. Under $300 and I replaced all the coils with Motorcraft parts and the truck runs perfectly now.
I changed the plugs on a Mercury Mountaineer,then I put it in reverse and all hell broke loose. I would've NEVER figured this out. Thank you x100 You are my hero.
This summer i had this problem... Tracs light on...ABS light on...into safe mode...U1900 ABS CODE. I do not know if the PCM U0101 CODE was set because i only checked codes AFTER shutting down. So after changing MAF sensor did not help at all...i changed 4 coils with Accels ( on passengerside only) and also changed all plugs with Motorcraft. Have NOT had this trouble return even once in the 6 mo. since. The pass.side coils were absolutely the problem. Owning a Ford is never boring...or sensical. Ford Makuloco is the BEST Ford tech on YT...THE only ONE we even need!
Was getting a TP sensor error, Communication Bus Fault, Pump motor circuit failure, steering wheel angle sensor failure. Wrench light, check engine light. Funny thing is, It never produced a misfire code. It was shifting hard into second gear. I changed all the plugs and coils. Runs like new now. Thank you for the video, it saved me a lot of $. Your're a top notch mechanic in my view.
Ha! I just went thru the same exact thing! Ordered coils from Amazon and replaced one bad coil and the engine ran fine. Decided a week later to replace the other 7. IMMEDIATELY faced the check engine, wrench and traction control lights with tranny slamming in and out of gear especially while stopped. Time ti get better coil packs. Thanks so much for sharing your wisdom!
AMAZING DIAGNOSIS AND TIP.....HAD SAME ISSUE 4 YEARS AGO WITH A VW MK5.....WE WERE PULLING HAIRS OFF.....FOUND IT AFTER A COUPLE OF HOURS WHEN MESSING WITH THE HARNESS...GREAT LESSON LEARNED...
This video really help out. I was working on a 07 explorer 4.6l. Its my brothers father in law. He took it to three different mechanics. One of them opened the transmission and they told him he had to change the TCM. and The mechanic told him to put the tranny down he charge $$$$$5000. and he said it was a lot of money but good thing he didnt do. Finally, they could not figure anything, they told him to take it to the diler he didnt take it . and he already wanted to sell it because they did not find the problem. the first day that I went to look at it i scaned and gave me codes of the coil 2 and the trottle body posision sensor and it was running like on 3rd so slow to pick up it wasnt shiften. Im glad that i watched this video which I had doubts about this. but decided to change all the coils and incredible is well without problems running good .
2006 mercury mountaineer fixed after experiencing EXACT symptoms. Originally changed misfiring coil packs with DURALAST brand (junk) approx 6 months prior to onset of shifting problems and random codes. Immediately after watching this video changed coil packs back to new OEM coil packs and completely remedied all shifting and computer problems. 🤟🏼 HUGE help. Thx.
Thank you so much for the info. I just replaced the VCT solenoid on bank 1 along with a leaking radiator. Started having this same trans problem. Thought maybe I lost too much trans fluid. It only took 1/4 of a quart. Still had trans problem. Until I looked this up on your site. Replaced all 8 coils which were Motorcraft. Problem solved. Keep up the great work.
I had my right side exhaust manifold changed and the mech welded a nut to the exhaust bolt. I believe the ground was too far from the work or he sparked to the frame as most welders do and shorted out 4 ignition cois fuel pressure sensor abs sensor and cruise sensor. Beware welding. Not only disconnect the neg post but also the ecm plugs coils fuel injectors and every 5v sensor you can see. Of course he tells me that he didnt do it. But all these codes show up at once the day after i got the car back. Also if the ignition coils are not clipped or the hold down bolt is stripped and shaking the coils the dirty power will cause similar issues, without throwing a code for bad ignition coil
You just saved my cheap, shade tree mechanic, ass... Again. Had the CEL, Code U0101 and clunking into reverse. Figured this 15 year old beast was through. Just not worth putting much more money into it. After watching your video, I figured I'd swap some coils in from my garage queen Town Car, but they aren't the same. So, I swapped coils from one side to the other. Cleared code and problem is gone. Ordered another set from Amazon to replace the cheap ones ordered from there in 2018. God bless you!
Great, informative information here. On my 2009 Explorer Sport 4.6, a faulty battery was causing the voltage to drop so much during starting, that it would confuse the electronics and cause the dreaded Orange Wrench of Death. Transmission would stay in 3rd gear only. Amazing that a battery would cause the symptoms of a transmission failure. Needless to say, I am NOT a fan of all these electronics on newer vehicles.
Great troubleshooting! Here's one to share: I had a 2010 that seemed to be slipping or failing to upshift out of 2nd or third gear when hot. The coolant was low, forcing the electric fan clutch to remain engaged. The over-revving fan felt and sounded like a transmission problem. The leak was at the rear of the truck where the hoses enter the rear heater.
Hi Brian just want to take a sec. And say thank you I'm hoping to learn as much as I can about my vehicle with all of your videos I try my best to save up for the proper tools and preach specs on everything to my friends and especielly my uncle who seems to go through ford's faster then I can count lol but my point is I wouldn't be able to help myself none the less them with any of the issues we encounter if it wasn't for your time and dedication put into these videos which help us all out. Thanks man your very appreciated 👍🏼🙂
Nice, I have fixed a few transmission problems on the past years, on expeditions and f150 (5.4) by just drying the coil or replacing it. I like how you explain things man. Keep up the good work
I know this is a old post but do you mind explaining because I'm having transmission issues right now and I have had it rebuilt. I have a 04 expedition 5.4l
Thanks for the help, saved me from accidentally quoting out a $1200 tcm/valve body assy to the customer. Glad i looked online cuz what i found odd was that the tcm wud only fail the network test with KOER, but passes the test when its in KOEO. U would never think to check for coils pulling down the network under normal diag circumstances. 07sport trac had aftermarket coil on bank 2 cyl#8 tat wud intermittently misfire. Confirmed the issue by swapping it out with a oem coil from a mustang i was also working on. Sure enough the issue was gone when i roadtested the vehicle.
Thank you so much. I put some aluminum foil around that wiring harness and it is shifting normal again. My transmission guy was pretty sure the transmission needed rebuilt and I was close to replacing all of the solenoids to see if that would fix it so you saved me a lot of money. I replaced the coil packs less than a year ago with Mallory ones and did not want to do it again so I tried the foil.
This totally worked for me ! 2007 ford explorer started bucking and transmission was acting crazy. . It gave traction control and wrench symbol. I didn't know where to start. The CEL came on after a little while and gave codes PO306 and P0101' changed the coil on cylinder 6, everything was back to normal, thanks !
was yours mostly having trouble going into reverse like mine w a little hard shifting once in awhile w other gears? You only changed #6 how did you know it was that one, I'm a novice trying to learn for my truck
I have learned years ago,electronic gear,cannot beat OEM stuff. Had a 1995 Jimmy, O2 sensor's was here issue. That was my last chevy,been a Ford guy ever since,and in fact fords before that Chevrolet, temporary insanity. Been a Ford employee last 20 years,keep up the great work, 🇨🇦
Who gives this a thumbs down.sir you have helped me over the years with these everyday common problems on these Ford.Thank you for all your hard work and effort you put into these videos.
This is the best video EVER! BOOM, the car is fixed! I thought it was time to junk the car. Had misfire cylinder 6. also had U0101 and B1900. 2006 Mountaineer. Replaced #6 coil and problem was gone. I also replaced the rest of the coils but #6 fixed it. Car was jerking like crazy and thought i needed transmission. So happy, I should send this guy $50 for the AWESOME video!!! 😃😃😃
Wow I can’t believe this man thanks that’s what it was!!! just replaced the transmission and it still was doing it I wish I seen this video earlier 😢 crazy!!!!!
Crazy how EMI can cause those types of issues. You'd think manufacturers would safeguard against this sort of thing. Apparently not! Great vid - another great tip for the notebook. 👍
An engine that is misfiring could definitely cause a shifting issue. Even different style taillight bulbs can cause a vehicle to not shift into overdrive.
After watching one of your videos on followers going bad (5.4) and helping me save a customer roughly $8,000 on a quote from a Ford dealership. Im forever a fan of your experience and ability. I work on so many off the wall vehicles, domestic and foreign. I do say though, diagnosis on a Ford is much more delicate in its own way to narrow down the cause of an issue. I enjoy the challenge.
I have a similar “transmission” issue, where when pulling up to a stop it feels like it is loading up. This is not a huge issue. This summer I started getting a new issue. Upon acceleration it sounds like a bus taking off. It is almost like the transmission isn’t shifting properly (I.e., like the engine is reving up) but I am thinking it may be the fan that is making more noise. It does not happen all the time. The other thing we noticed is that the temperature gauge jumps up and we get a warning light. I have checked the coolant level and that is not a problem. I was having a miss fire problem a couple years ago on a couple of cylinders. I decided to replace all of the coil packs and spark plugs at the same time. After watching this video I am glad to say I used OEM parts. I was reading something on a message board today where this guy solved a similar problem by having a thermo bypass replaced in his transmission. I was looking to see if you had any videos on this issue. What are your thoughts? Any suggestions? I have a 06 Explorer w/4.6 auto. Thanks! Micheal
My 2006 Ford Explorer 4x4 started doing this EXACT Same thing last night.... I managed to get it home and parked but have spent all day looking this issue up and was looking for a video on this topic as well.
Thanks for the video and the solution - I had the EXACT same symptoms - all came about in a single trip - yellow wrench & engine shut down, followed by slight miss, check engine light, traction control light, yellow wrench again, and that same bam-bam-bam shifting, even when sitting still. Installed 4 new coils on that side, everything back to perfect normal. My 2006 is burgundy just like in the video - common thread?
Just Had my 2007 Sport trac 6R60 transmission fixed just like you said i was parked when it happened to me I am 81 years old have been driving since I was 15 years old have never have this happened to me you where 120 per cent right it was fixed like you said I am in Canada Owen sound Ontario !! that's what you get for garbage coils from E-bay china Junk
This same thing happens to my 07 expedition, I know you said this is just for a explorer but realizing I put cheap coils on my expedition 2 yrs ago I can probably say that it’s related. I had to replace the transmission thinking it was the problem but kept doing the same thing with the newer one
Excellent information. I once had a similar issue it was on a lincoln SUV I could not get the AC compressor to kick on I was chasing my tail in circles, decided to take a break and take care of a miss fire the vehicle had low and behold once the miss fire was fixed the AC compressor was back online and everything was good!!
Bruddah, your videos are always amazing with simple and well thought out productions. You make the very best vehicle repair videos anywhere. Bruddah, thank you for all you do. You truly make a Huge Difference in our lives especially when it is very scary trying to trust any shop to give us honest repair. "Very Educational and 100% Helpful". Bruddah, You Rock! P.S., Please tell the family we say Aloha's. Rick and Soon H. in Hawaii.
What’s up brother,I just want to THANK YOU for this video it was VERY,VERY helpful,that is exactly what happened with my 2007 explorer sport, Thank you again
One thing and I don’t know if Fords will have this problem. My granddaughter had almost the same symptoms on a Dodge Stratus. I did some research and found a flakey alternator could cause this. She took her car to her trusted shop and they finally sent it to another shop. When it was fixed after 2 weeks, I asked her what was wrong. She said they replaced the alternator. Something about noise on the pcm data buss.
Off subject question.. do you have a video on 2008 or related year f150 AT cooler quick connect fitting at the radiator leaking issues? Replacement or bypass with aftermarket cooler options. No good resources online. You are by far the most reliable source for Ford tech info. 👍
I had that issue with cheap coils. IT caused the wrench light on my 2006 mountaineer. It wasn't missing. I bought AC delco coils it was like a set of 8 for 200. So I put chevy parts on my ford about 5 years ago.
How about the 2006 mountaineer 4.6l? Mine started that bam bam bam and then the wrench light came on with the traction control light came on and went to limp mode. turned off the engine and restarted it and it went back to normal. and then a week later it happened again. then yesterday it did it twice.
I have a 2007 explorer 6.0 / 6 cylinder What a shame you say this trick is for 6.6 motor I had the engine exchanged and at least 3 mechanics have not been able to turn off the wrench light. I'm scared to take it to a transmission shop. You are a Master Technician
I got the same symptoms. And i got a bull 🤬 8 coil pack from amazon 3 months ago and 2 months ago it started doing this . It all makes sense now. Motorcraft here i come ! Thx FTM
Will changing the coil pack of a 4.0 engine; coil pack; would cause the same thing to happen FordTechMan ??? Which coil pack brand is best, Denso, Motorcraft, Hitachi ?? Thanks vf
I have a 08 explorer 4.0 . transmission linkage moves on trans, but will not engage into any gear. Do you have any suggestions. Thanks for making these videos. They are very helpful.
It may be coincidence, but I changed my cylinder head temp. sensor on my '02 5.4 twice after getting false p1299 codes and limp mode that could be reset with a key cycle. Would start and run fine from cold, but if I stopped for a short time, like to get gas or food, at start up of a warm engine I'd get engine light and pegged water temp needle. Turn off - pull out the key - wait a few seconds and start again and the temp gauge would go to normal and no more limp mode. Finally got the p0305 misfire on the #5 cylinder (closest to temp sensor/harness) Bought a new Motorcraft coil pack. It's been a couple months and no more p1299.
hello, please do you have any idea about ford explorer 2013 climate control setting?, I have one ford explorer 2013 that I am restoring it AC system for a customer, it has shuts two compressor before it was brought to my garage, I have fix the issues its working now but I have some the compressor temperature going 150 df on a day when the outside temp is about 43, I later heard noise on the bearing although its not a new compressor it's used one, that has leaks at the shaft seal, 1, my question is, is 150 df temperature of the AC compressor unusual or normal? 2, second question, whats the difference between the front and rear expansion valve of ford explorer 2013 model, I tore both apart and it doesn't seem to have any difference, 3, how do we know counterfeit spare parts from genuine one from motorcraft? thanks
interesting that that code is a read only no archive or history. wiring makes a very good antenna used to run it for our crystal radios lol(i'm showing my age)
2013 Ford Edge V6, wrench, no engine issues, but transmission revs high and shifts aggressively. Could it be a similar issue of old coil EMI? It happened while I sat in a drive thru line.
I have a 2010 Ford f150 5.4 xlt and when I am in reverse and go to accelerate, it seems to want to stall and hard jerks with acceleration or it completely stalls...what could that be?? Also when i am at a complete stop it and go to accelerate it doesn't want to go and does a jerk as well
I have to thank you my brother, you save me money and time, I was having the same problem for a few months and the mechanic tell me that I need a new transmission, but looking for transmission on Google I found this video and really save my life, thank you again @FordTechMakulloco for take the time to explain all this I already did it and my transmission is normal again, I'm really happy again with my truck.
My 2006 explorer 4.0 stop shifting. I changed the fluid and installed a new filter. Still nothing. Mechanic said I need a rebuild or new transmission!! ????.
@@jovansaunders3565 I did it and it works, I almost change my transmission but thanks to this guy 👆up here, I didn't and everything come to normal, but hey another thing is that he's working on a V8 4.6 engine I don't know if it works for any engine. Did you never change the coils on your truck? If it's yes which one they used? Originals or the replacement?
@@creativestylesbarbershop3342 yes the coil pack was changed but it's a 4.0 engine. Heard the servo kit would work, may be worth a try.....I don't know.
My 2007 4.6 4x4 Sport Trac would buck, slip and gear hunt. Thought the trans was toast. Did a Valvoline transmission fluid exchange and I haven't had a problem with it since. But my short trans dipstick was broken and I don't know where to get a new one.
I a 2006 Ford explore 4.0 4x4 I redid the engine and now I don’t have no reverse or no drive what can I do to solve my cremation problemknows i appreciate y’all help
Ive got a 06 mustang that keeps going into failsafe mode with a brand new jasper transmission all solenoids work when commanded on drives fine until the codes come back on. Have continuity between pcm and valve body connector. Wiggled the wires while commanding each on and have no faults
2007 I had the trans rebuilt 2 1/2 yrs ago and it still shifted rough, he took it back in and looked at everything but again it still has trouble mostly shifting into reverse, seems to run fine going down a interstate although you can feel a rough shift every so often when you are slowing down and have to speed up again, do you think this will fix the problem with reverse and smooth out the other gears, No codes showing up. Other than that it drives like a dream w 260 k on the engine.
Years ago my mother had a 2007 Mercury Mountaineer Premier V8. I loved the SUV personally but my mother hated the transmission. It would shift rough after 20 minutes of driving. At one point it had issues shifting out of park, it was eventually lemon lawed after two years.
i got question my 06 ford explorer i cant go past 20 mph itll just over rev ill either get stuck in 2-3 gear it won’t shift ill just be reving the engine
Hi and thanks for all of your hard work and detailed video's. I wanted to know can all this be applied to an 02 Ford Explorer XLT 4.0? I have no check engine or service engine light or codes. I was driving and out of nowhere the O/D OFF light started flashing. I pulled over, turned it off and then restarted it. When I turned it back on the light was off. I proceeded to leave and when I got around 30mph I was having issues taking off. I had high revvs and it acted like it didn't want to go anywhere but after a few seconds it did. I am not the original owner of this vehicle so I have no clue of how often the previous owner checked the transmission fluid. Also there is no dipstick for me to know how much is in. The pan is under the bottom and is sealed. I'm really anxious because I do everything to keep this thing running like new. Please help. Thanks
My 08 explorer doesn't have any acceleration hardly and it doesn't when i take off on hill it like stalls then i push the gas down it like builds up and hits kinda hard idk what to do honestly I'm at a loss of what to do any suggestions?
I have the same thing going on with a 2016 ford explorer do you think the issue may bet the same ? . I have seen on some youtube videos that the throttle body on 2016 3.5 is also problematic.
What would cause my 2007 ford explorer to not move in any gear. Shift cable is working worked just fine day before then next morning got in started put in D and nothing no reverse either. Oh and not one code or check engine light.
Hi i have a 2008 ford explorer is it possible to reset the trans learn tables i have tried by jumping the +to - and it dint work. I have the 5r55s trans
Thanks for the informative video, my 07 Explorer just started slamming gears, turned On the wrench light, traction control light and gave off that U0101 code yesterday, I was told to check the battery which it indeed was bad, I replaced it with no success. Now I'm going to try the coil packs and see if that fixes my issue. Update: replaced all 8 coils with Motorcraft coils from the link provided above. Transmission is back to normal, I cant believe coils would cause such a issue. Transmission shop quoted me $3,800 for a whole new unit, the coils cost me $315 😁
anything? my 07 explorer xlt is also doing this - engine light, wrench, & trac control lights are on! slamming and jerking hard and little acceleration.
@@maxwagor7886 just replaced all the coils to Motorcraft coils, drove the truck for about 20 minutes and not once did the transmission act up. I will update you if the problem comes back.
@@mr.boostang2064 Incredible, I have the same issue, wrench comes on, traction light comes on, goes into limp mode like only 3rd gear. Pull the U0101 code. I am about to buy 4 coils for that side and cross the fingers
Hey!! I am having the same exact symptoms as this vehicle, same lights, codes, running; except I have a 4.0 5r55 2007 explorer. Anyone have any thoughts?!im stressing out! Thanks so much for any of your time
Thanks for your videos. Question, I have a 2009 explorer 6 cylinder. The signal lights work,seatbelts warning light work,hazard light work, etc. However, I have no dings sound. What could that be? Thanks
I am in trouble because from few month my ford explorer v6 2008 is taking to much rpm for example speed 120 km/H its taking 3000 rpm and if i will take it on 140 km/h then rpm going upto 4000 rpm and also transmition oil going to over temprature.
Great info man. I got the same well almost the sama problem on a 08 mountaineer v6. It does not bang . It completely stops no forward or back . Can that be the same problem to this model?? Help pleasr thankyou.
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hey whats the best spark plugs to use for a 98 ford explorer eddie bauer with the 4.0 sohc ive hurd so meany mixed reviews on what to use
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RTFM whats that asking the question more then once
FordTechMakuloco I’ve noticed something similar to my 2006 Ford explore. I had to get it towed to a auto repair place and they fixed it but it still feels sluggish.
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Hi! The acedelco coils are good? Thanks
We need more of these 2006-2010 explorer videos!
More 4.6 engine)
I agree......
I definitely agree. I have a 2006 Mountaineer. And I think I have the same issue described in the video. Gonna switch out my coils for some MSD blaster coils.
AGREED! 4.6!
07 ford expolorer 4.0 lt not power on closter
This is what makes you a Master Technician. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us diy-ers.
Excellent Advice. I've had transmission issues for years. Recently, my local mechanic told me the PCM is shot. Most recently the engine was running really rough and the transmission kicked frequently. Replacing the ignition coils fixed all these issues. My engine and transmission are running smoothly now.
THANK YOU!! This video absolutely saved my truck! I was at my limit trying to figure out what was wrong and was about to give up. Under $300 and I replaced all the coils with Motorcraft parts and the truck runs perfectly now.
I changed the plugs on a Mercury Mountaineer,then I put it in reverse and all hell broke loose. I would've NEVER figured this out. Thank you x100 You are my hero.
This summer i had this problem...
Tracs light on...ABS light on...into safe mode...U1900 ABS CODE.
I do not know if the PCM U0101 CODE was set because i only checked codes AFTER shutting down. So after changing MAF sensor did not help at all...i changed 4 coils with Accels ( on passengerside only) and also changed all plugs with Motorcraft. Have NOT had this trouble return even once in the 6 mo. since. The pass.side coils were absolutely the problem. Owning a Ford is never boring...or sensical.
Ford Makuloco is the BEST Ford tech on YT...THE only ONE we even need!
Was getting a TP sensor error, Communication Bus Fault, Pump motor circuit failure, steering wheel angle sensor failure. Wrench light, check engine light. Funny thing is, It never produced a misfire code. It was shifting hard into second gear. I changed all the plugs and coils. Runs like new now. Thank you for the video, it saved me a lot of $. Your're a top notch mechanic in my view.
Ha! I just went thru the same exact thing! Ordered coils from Amazon and replaced one bad coil and the engine ran fine. Decided a week later to replace the other 7. IMMEDIATELY faced the check engine, wrench and traction control lights with tranny slamming in and out of gear especially while stopped. Time ti get better coil packs. Thanks so much for sharing your wisdom!
AMAZING DIAGNOSIS AND TIP.....HAD SAME ISSUE 4 YEARS AGO WITH A VW MK5.....WE WERE PULLING HAIRS OFF.....FOUND IT AFTER A COUPLE OF HOURS WHEN MESSING WITH THE HARNESS...GREAT LESSON LEARNED...
This video really help out. I was working on a 07 explorer 4.6l. Its my brothers father in law. He took it to three different mechanics. One of them opened the transmission and they told him he had to change the TCM. and The mechanic told him to put the tranny down he charge $$$$$5000. and he said it was a lot of money but good thing he didnt do. Finally, they could not figure anything, they told him to take it to the diler he didnt take it . and he already wanted to sell it because they did not find the problem. the first day that I went to look at it i scaned and gave me codes of the coil 2 and the trottle body posision sensor and it was running like on 3rd so slow to pick up it wasnt shiften. Im glad that i watched this video which I had doubts about this. but decided to change all the coils and incredible is well without problems running good .
2006 mercury mountaineer fixed after experiencing EXACT symptoms. Originally changed misfiring coil packs with DURALAST brand (junk) approx 6 months prior to onset of shifting problems and random codes. Immediately after watching this video changed coil packs back to new OEM coil packs and completely remedied all shifting and computer problems. 🤟🏼 HUGE help. Thx.
Thank you so much for the info. I just replaced the VCT solenoid on bank 1 along with a leaking radiator. Started having this same trans problem. Thought maybe I lost too much trans fluid. It only took 1/4 of a quart. Still had trans problem. Until I looked this up on your site. Replaced all 8 coils which were Motorcraft. Problem solved. Keep up the great work.
I had my right side exhaust manifold changed and the mech welded a nut to the exhaust bolt.
I believe the ground was too far from the work or he sparked to the frame as most welders do and shorted out 4 ignition cois fuel pressure sensor abs sensor and cruise sensor.
Beware welding. Not only disconnect the neg post but also the ecm plugs coils fuel injectors and every 5v sensor you can see.
Of course he tells me that he didnt do it. But all these codes show up at once the day after i got the car back.
Also if the ignition coils are not clipped or the hold down bolt is stripped and shaking the coils the dirty power will cause similar issues, without throwing a code for bad ignition coil
You just saved my cheap, shade tree mechanic, ass... Again. Had the CEL, Code U0101 and clunking into reverse. Figured this 15 year old beast was through. Just not worth putting much more money into it. After watching your video, I figured I'd swap some coils in from my garage queen Town Car, but they aren't the same. So, I swapped coils from one side to the other. Cleared code and problem is gone. Ordered another set from Amazon to replace the cheap ones ordered from there in 2018. God bless you!
Man if it wasn't for you if never thought about that your a hero brother that worked.
Great, informative information here. On my 2009 Explorer Sport 4.6, a faulty battery was causing the voltage to drop so much during starting, that it would confuse the electronics and cause the dreaded Orange Wrench of Death. Transmission would stay in 3rd gear only. Amazing that a battery would cause the symptoms of a transmission failure. Needless to say, I am NOT a fan of all these electronics on newer vehicles.
Great troubleshooting! Here's one to share: I had a 2010 that seemed to be slipping or failing to upshift out of 2nd or third gear when hot. The coolant was low, forcing the electric fan clutch to remain engaged. The over-revving fan felt and sounded like a transmission problem.
The leak was at the rear of the truck where the hoses enter the rear heater.
Hi Brian just want to take a sec. And say thank you I'm hoping to learn as much as I can about my vehicle with all of your videos I try my best to save up for the proper tools and preach specs on everything to my friends and especielly my uncle who seems to go through ford's faster then I can count lol but my point is I wouldn't be able to help myself none the less them with any of the issues we encounter if it wasn't for your time and dedication put into these videos which help us all out. Thanks man your very appreciated 👍🏼🙂
Nice, I have fixed a few transmission problems on the past years, on expeditions and f150 (5.4) by just drying the coil or replacing it. I like how you explain things man. Keep up the good work
I know this is a old post but do you mind explaining because I'm having transmission issues right now and I have had it rebuilt. I have a 04 expedition 5.4l
Thanks for the help, saved me from accidentally quoting out a $1200 tcm/valve body assy to the customer. Glad i looked online cuz what i found odd was that the tcm wud only fail the network test with KOER, but passes the test when its in KOEO. U would never think to check for coils pulling down the network under normal diag circumstances. 07sport trac had aftermarket coil on bank 2 cyl#8 tat wud intermittently misfire. Confirmed the issue by swapping it out with a oem coil from a mustang i was also working on. Sure enough the issue was gone when i roadtested the vehicle.
Thank you so much. I put some aluminum foil around that wiring harness and it is shifting normal again. My transmission guy was pretty sure the transmission needed rebuilt and I was close to replacing all of the solenoids to see if that would fix it so you saved me a lot of money. I replaced the coil packs less than a year ago with Mallory ones and did not want to do it again so I tried the foil.
This totally worked for me ! 2007 ford explorer started bucking and transmission was acting crazy. . It gave traction control and wrench symbol. I didn't know where to start. The CEL came on after a little while and gave codes PO306 and P0101' changed the coil on cylinder 6, everything was back to normal, thanks !
Hi! Was that the 4.6? Thanks
was yours mostly having trouble going into reverse like mine w a little hard shifting once in awhile w other gears? You only changed #6 how did you know it was that one, I'm a novice trying to learn for my truck
Brian I can tell you prefer diagnostic over heavy mechanical, good job!!
I have learned years ago,electronic gear,cannot beat OEM stuff. Had a 1995 Jimmy, O2 sensor's was here issue. That was my last chevy,been a Ford guy ever since,and in fact fords before that Chevrolet, temporary insanity. Been a Ford employee last 20 years,keep up the great work, 🇨🇦
Who gives this a thumbs down.sir you have helped me over the years with these everyday common problems on these Ford.Thank you for all your hard work and effort you put into these videos.
Probably someone that bought cheap Chinese coils! lol
@@BigDish101 or someone trolling like the FORD DEALERSHIP....uh huh...I learn so much from this video
This is the best video EVER! BOOM, the car is fixed! I thought it was time to junk the car. Had misfire cylinder 6. also had U0101 and B1900. 2006 Mountaineer. Replaced #6 coil and problem was gone. I also replaced the rest of the coils but #6 fixed it. Car was jerking like crazy and thought i needed transmission. So happy, I should send this guy $50 for the AWESOME video!!! 😃😃😃
Hi! Was yours the 4.6 or 4.0? Thanks so much
Good old EMF, I have had instances where we wrapped wiring in braided ground shields and grounded both ends to correct the induced spikes
Same with my 05 expedition. I trans issues , got all coils and wired changed 🔥 no more hard shifts or bad running
Wow I can’t believe this man thanks that’s what it was!!! just replaced the transmission and it still was doing it I wish I seen this video earlier 😢 crazy!!!!!
I have a 2008 with a 4.0 it's doing the same stuck in 3rd or 4th and lights on the dash
Crazy how EMI can cause those types of issues. You'd think manufacturers would safeguard against this sort of thing. Apparently not!
Great vid - another great tip for the notebook. 👍
An engine that is misfiring could definitely cause a shifting issue. Even different style taillight bulbs can cause a vehicle to not shift into overdrive.
….you are "the man"!!….a dealer would have ripped you off for hundreds and not fixed the vehicle!!...THANK YOU!!!
Wow!! Would never have thought that could be a problem!! Great video!!
After watching one of your videos on followers going bad (5.4) and helping me save a customer roughly $8,000 on a quote from a Ford dealership. Im forever a fan of your experience and ability. I work on so many off the wall vehicles, domestic and foreign. I do say though, diagnosis on a Ford is much more delicate in its own way to narrow down the cause of an issue. I enjoy the challenge.
I have a similar “transmission” issue, where when pulling up to a stop it feels like it is loading up. This is not a huge issue. This summer I started getting a new issue. Upon acceleration it sounds like a bus taking off. It is almost like the transmission isn’t shifting properly (I.e., like the engine is reving up) but I am thinking it may be the fan that is making more noise. It does not happen all the time. The other thing we noticed is that the temperature gauge jumps up and we get a warning light. I have checked the coolant level and that is not a problem. I was having a miss fire problem a couple years ago on a couple of cylinders. I decided to replace all of the coil packs and spark plugs at the same time. After watching this video I am glad to say I used OEM parts. I was reading something on a message board today where this guy solved a similar problem by having a thermo bypass replaced in his transmission. I was looking to see if you had any videos on this issue. What are your thoughts? Any suggestions? I have a 06 Explorer w/4.6 auto. Thanks! Micheal
My 2006 Ford Explorer 4x4 started doing this EXACT Same thing last night.... I managed to get it home and parked but have spent all day looking this issue up and was looking for a video on this topic as well.
What ended up being the problem?
Did you end up figuring out what it was?
Thanks for the video and the solution - I had the EXACT same symptoms - all came about in a single trip - yellow wrench & engine shut down, followed by slight miss, check engine light, traction control light, yellow wrench again, and that same bam-bam-bam shifting, even when sitting still. Installed 4 new coils on that side, everything back to perfect normal. My 2006 is burgundy just like in the video - common thread?
Just Had my 2007 Sport trac 6R60 transmission fixed just like you said i was parked when it happened to me I am 81 years old have been driving since I was 15 years old have never have this happened to me you where 120 per cent right it was fixed like you said I am in Canada Owen sound Ontario !! that's what you get for garbage coils from E-bay china Junk
You're a Beast of a mechanic. 👊🏽👍🏽
This same thing happens to my 07 expedition, I know you said this is just for a explorer but realizing I put cheap coils on my expedition 2 yrs ago I can probably say that it’s related. I had to replace the transmission thinking it was the problem but kept doing the same thing with the newer one
Excellent information. I once had a similar issue it was on a lincoln SUV I could not get the AC compressor to kick on I was chasing my tail in circles, decided to take a break and take care of a miss fire the vehicle had low and behold once the miss fire was fixed the AC compressor was back online and everything was good!!
Bruddah, your videos are always amazing with simple and well thought out productions. You make the very best vehicle repair videos anywhere. Bruddah, thank you for all you do. You truly make a Huge Difference in our lives especially when it is very scary trying to trust any shop to give us honest repair.
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What’s up brother,I just want to THANK YOU for this video it was VERY,VERY helpful,that is exactly what happened with my 2007 explorer sport, Thank you again
I have heard of EMF causing faults. A very hard thing to track down. Good Job.
One thing and I don’t know if Fords will have this problem. My granddaughter had almost the same symptoms on a Dodge Stratus. I did some research and found a flakey alternator could cause this. She took her car to her trusted shop and they finally sent it to another shop. When it was fixed after 2 weeks, I asked her what was wrong. She said they replaced the alternator. Something about noise on the pcm data buss.
My mind was blown for sure. Great channel.
Thanks!
Off subject question.. do you have a video on 2008 or related year f150 AT cooler quick connect fitting at the radiator leaking issues? Replacement or bypass with aftermarket cooler options. No good resources online. You are by far the most reliable source for Ford tech info. 👍
I had that issue with cheap coils. IT caused the wrench light on my 2006 mountaineer. It wasn't missing. I bought AC delco coils it was like a set of 8 for 200. So I put chevy parts on my ford about 5 years ago.
How about the 2006 mountaineer 4.6l? Mine started that bam bam bam and then the wrench light came on with the traction control light came on and went to limp mode. turned off the engine and restarted it and it went back to normal. and then a week later it happened again. then yesterday it did it twice.
Replaced all the plugs and coils....and it still slams into gears. Any ideas?
I have a 2007 explorer 6.0 / 6 cylinder What a shame you say this trick is for 6.6 motor I had the engine exchanged and at least 3 mechanics have not been able to turn off the wrench light. I'm scared to take it to a transmission shop. You are a Master Technician
I got the same symptoms. And i got a bull
🤬 8 coil pack from amazon 3 months ago and 2 months ago it started doing this . It all makes sense now. Motorcraft here i come ! Thx FTM
what year model did u have
Will changing the coil pack of a 4.0 engine; coil pack; would cause the same thing to happen FordTechMan ??? Which coil pack brand is best, Denso, Motorcraft, Hitachi ?? Thanks vf
I have a 08 explorer 4.0 . transmission linkage moves on trans, but will not engage into any gear. Do you have any suggestions. Thanks for making these videos. They are very helpful.
Range sensor.
It may be coincidence, but I changed my cylinder head temp. sensor on my '02 5.4 twice after getting false p1299 codes and limp mode that could be reset with a key cycle.
Would start and run fine from cold, but if I stopped for a short time, like to get gas or food, at start up of a warm engine I'd get engine light and pegged water temp needle. Turn off - pull out the key - wait a few seconds and start again and the temp gauge would go to normal and no more limp mode.
Finally got the p0305 misfire on the #5 cylinder (closest to temp sensor/harness) Bought a new Motorcraft coil pack.
It's been a couple months and no more p1299.
I see these mountaineer transmission act up or fail. So replacing the coils with good quality will fix the issues? I like this truck
Crazy that electrical interference could cause that......Awesome fix.....thanks
hello, please do you have any idea about ford explorer 2013 climate control setting?, I have one ford explorer 2013 that I am restoring it AC system for a customer, it has shuts two compressor before it was brought to my garage, I have fix the issues its working now but I have some the compressor temperature going 150 df on a day when the outside temp is about 43, I later heard noise on the bearing although its not a new compressor it's used one, that has leaks at the shaft seal,
1, my question is, is 150 df temperature of the AC compressor unusual or normal?
2, second question, whats the difference between the front and rear expansion valve of ford explorer 2013 model, I tore both apart and it doesn't seem to have any difference,
3, how do we know counterfeit spare parts from genuine one from motorcraft?
thanks
Mine does not have coil on spark plugs. Would it be the same with regular coil packs?
interesting that that code is a read only no archive or history. wiring makes a very good antenna used to run it for our crystal radios lol(i'm showing my age)
2013 Ford Edge V6, wrench, no engine issues, but transmission revs high and shifts aggressively. Could it be a similar issue of old coil EMI? It happened while I sat in a drive thru line.
I have a 2010 Ford f150 5.4 xlt and when I am in reverse and go to accelerate, it seems to want to stall and hard jerks with acceleration or it completely stalls...what could that be?? Also when i am at a complete stop it and go to accelerate it doesn't want to go and does a jerk as well
I have to thank you my brother, you save me money and time, I was having the same problem for a few months and the mechanic tell me that I need a new transmission, but looking for transmission on Google I found this video and really save my life, thank you again @FordTechMakulloco for take the time to explain all this I already did it and my transmission is normal again, I'm really happy again with my truck.
My 2006 explorer 4.0 stop shifting. I changed the fluid and installed a new filter. Still nothing.
Mechanic said I need a rebuild or new transmission!!
????.
@@jovansaunders3565 did you watch the whole video?
@@creativestylesbarbershop3342 yea i did, I guess I can give that a try.
@@jovansaunders3565 I did it and it works, I almost change my transmission but thanks to this guy 👆up here, I didn't and everything come to normal, but hey another thing is that he's working on a V8 4.6 engine I don't know if it works for any engine. Did you never change the coils on your truck? If it's yes which one they used? Originals or the replacement?
@@creativestylesbarbershop3342 yes the coil pack was changed but it's a 4.0 engine. Heard the servo kit would work, may be worth a try.....I don't know.
I wish I could give you more than one Thumbs Up for this vid. Thanks again.
Thanks amigo for this video ! I was going to be crazy! 3 months and nobody could solve my explorer pronlem !
My 2007 4.6 4x4 Sport Trac would buck, slip and gear hunt. Thought the trans was toast. Did a Valvoline transmission fluid exchange and I haven't had a problem with it since. But my short trans dipstick was broken and I don't know where to get a new one.
I a 2006 Ford explore 4.0 4x4 I redid the engine and now I don’t have no reverse or no drive what can I do to solve my cremation problemknows i appreciate y’all help
Ive got a 06 mustang that keeps going into failsafe mode with a brand new jasper transmission all solenoids work when commanded on drives fine until the codes come back on.
Have continuity between pcm and valve body connector. Wiggled the wires while commanding each on and have no faults
You're a badass. Plain and simple.
2007 I had the trans rebuilt 2 1/2 yrs ago and it still shifted rough, he took it back in and looked at everything but again it still has trouble mostly shifting into reverse, seems to run fine going down a interstate although you can feel a rough shift every so often when you are slowing down and have to speed up again, do you think this will fix the problem with reverse and smooth out the other gears, No codes showing up. Other than that it drives like a dream w 260 k on the engine.
Don't forget the transfer case fluid level! That was my issue! Tranny completely went out due to having little to no fluid in there.
Do you have any videos of a 06 f250 transmission wiring harness problems . Had a new harness ordered for 2 years old it was discontinued.
Years ago my mother had a 2007 Mercury Mountaineer Premier V8. I loved the SUV personally but my mother hated the transmission. It would shift rough after 20 minutes of driving. At one point it had issues shifting out of park, it was eventually lemon lawed after two years.
ok?
Could this also apply to 2010 eddie bauier edition?
What is the difference between the old 4.6 two valve and a 4.6 three valve Sir ?? Thanks
Almost everything but the most significant change is the VCT system
@@FordTechMakuloco Thank you for the information FTM.
Hope you doing well I have a question HOW DID YOU FIX THE PROBLEM ON YOUR MERCURY MOUTANEER I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AND I DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO
i got question my 06 ford explorer i cant go past 20 mph itll just over rev ill either get stuck in 2-3 gear it won’t shift ill just be reving the engine
Hi and thanks for all of your hard work and detailed video's. I wanted to know can all this be applied to an 02 Ford Explorer XLT 4.0? I have no check engine or service engine light or codes. I was driving and out of nowhere the O/D OFF light started flashing. I pulled over, turned it off and then restarted it. When I turned it back on the light was off. I proceeded to leave and when I got around 30mph I was having issues taking off. I had high revvs and it acted like it didn't want to go anywhere but after a few seconds it did. I am not the original owner of this vehicle so I have no clue of how often the previous owner checked the transmission fluid. Also there is no dipstick for me to know how much is in. The pan is under the bottom and is sealed. I'm really anxious because I do everything to keep this thing running like new. Please help. Thanks
The work that you do it's contrary your name,excelente understanding you have about repairing ford vehicles,but your name sounds kind ok crazy.
My 08 explorer doesn't have any acceleration hardly and it doesn't when i take off on hill it like stalls then i push the gas down it like builds up and hits kinda hard idk what to do honestly I'm at a loss of what to do any suggestions?
I have the same thing going on with a 2016 ford explorer do you think the issue may bet the same ? . I have seen on some youtube videos that the throttle body on 2016 3.5 is also problematic.
What would cause my 2007 ford explorer to not move in any gear. Shift cable is working worked just fine day before then next morning got in started put in D and nothing no reverse either. Oh and not one code or check engine light.
I had a 1993 S10 Blazer that would shift into 2nd gear violently and chirp the tires. The problem was a bad ignition module.
awesome....I bet you feel good about that diagnosis. fantastic job!
Hi i have a 2008 ford explorer is it possible to reset the trans learn tables i have tried by jumping the +to - and it dint work. I have the 5r55s trans
How do I send you a case of beer? 3 mechanics, no clue what was going on, this was the problem and I fixed it in a repair shop parking lot.
Thanks for the informative video, my 07 Explorer just started slamming gears, turned On the wrench light, traction control light and gave off that U0101 code yesterday, I was told to check the battery which it indeed was bad, I replaced it with no success. Now I'm going to try the coil packs and see if that fixes my issue.
Update: replaced all 8 coils with Motorcraft coils from the link provided above. Transmission is back to normal, I cant believe coils would cause such a issue. Transmission shop quoted me $3,800 for a whole new unit, the coils cost me $315 😁
anything? my 07 explorer xlt is also doing this - engine light, wrench, & trac control lights are on! slamming and jerking hard and little acceleration.
@@maxwagor7886 just replaced all the coils to Motorcraft coils, drove the truck for about 20 minutes and not once did the transmission act up. I will update you if the problem comes back.
@@mr.boostang2064 Incredible, I have the same issue, wrench comes on, traction light comes on, goes into limp mode like only 3rd gear. Pull the U0101 code. I am about to buy 4 coils for that side and cross the fingers
@@johnjoe6159 good luck, it's been 7 months now and the issue never came back after I installed the motorcraft coils 🙏🏽
Hey!! I am having the same exact symptoms as this vehicle, same lights, codes, running; except I have a 4.0 5r55 2007 explorer. Anyone have any thoughts?!im stressing out! Thanks so much for any of your time
Have you figured it out?
Thanks for your videos.
Question, I have a 2009 explorer 6 cylinder. The signal lights work,seatbelts warning light work,hazard light work, etc. However, I have no dings sound.
What could that be?
Thanks
I know you said it doesn’t apply to the SOHC motor but I’m getting the same issues. It’s getting a p1714 solenoid A inductive signature code
what about the coil pack principle in the 2005 junt?
2011 ford escape 2.5. what could it be? Does the same thing you said.
Do you a have a video for the 4.0? Same issues as this one, 4x4
Had the code/ wrench and trac light. Should the battery be disconnected after the coil change so the trans can do a relearn?
I would have thought the can lines would have some sort of emi shielding to prevent this?
No apparently they are just twisted for interference. Ford normally only shields critical sensors like crank sensors etc.
If you replace all ignition coils would it be wise to replace all spark plugs also, or no?
yes
I am in trouble because from few month my ford explorer v6 2008 is taking to much rpm for example speed 120 km/H its taking 3000 rpm and if i will take it on 140 km/h then rpm going upto 4000 rpm and also transmition oil going to over temprature.
Great info man. I got the same well almost the sama problem on a 08 mountaineer v6. It does not bang . It completely stops no forward or back . Can that be the same problem to this model?? Help pleasr thankyou.