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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996EXPLORER 4D UTILITY, 4.0 X, 4WD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)QUICK LOOKUPSELECTRICAL COMPONENT LOCATIONSELECTRICAL COMPONENT LOCATORSOLENOIDS & SOLENOID VALVES
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, Automatic
Solenoids & Solenoid Valves
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, AutomaticSECTION Solenoids & Solenoid Valves
SOLENOIDS & SOLENOID VALVES
| Component | Component Location |
|---|---|
| A/C Compressor Clutch Solenoid (4.0L) | On left side of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| A/C Compressor Clutch Solenoid (5.0L) | On left side of engine compartment. See Figure. |
| Automatic Ride Control (ARC) Compressor Assembly | At rear of vehicle. |
| EGR Vacuum Regulator (EVR) Solenoid (4.0L) | Left side of engine. See Figure. |
| EGR Vacuum Regulator (EVR) Solenoid (5.0L) | Left side of engine. See Figure. |
| Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Valve | Under the spare tire, between the canisters. |
| Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve (4.0L) | Mounted on left side of intake manifold. See Figure. |
| Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve (5.0L) | Mounted on left side of intake manifold. See Figure. |
| Vapor Management Valve | Left front corner of engine compartment. |
| 4x2 Solenoid | On right side of engine compartment. |
| 4x4 Solenoid | On right side of engine compartment. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.