Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996EXPLORER 4D UTILITY, 4.0 X, 4WD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMDIAGNOSIS & TESTINGSYSTEM PRECHECKSROAD TESTING VEHICLE
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, Automatic
Road Testing Vehicle
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, AutomaticSECTION Road Testing Vehicle
- Drive vehicle between 6 and 30 MPH, and observe ABS warning light. When vehicle moves initially, if ABS warning light comes on at or near 6 MPH, malfunction is most likely found during pump check. Retrieve trouble codes. Go to RETRIEVING ABS TROUBLE CODES. Perform appropriate trouble code test.
- When vehicle is driven less than 25 MPH and ABS warning light comes on, malfunction is most likely a missing wheel speed sensor signal. Retrieve trouble codes. Go to RETRIEVING ABS TROUBLE CODES. Perform appropriate trouble code test.
- When vehicle is driven at or more than 25 MPH and ABS warning light comes on, malfunction is most likely an erratic wheel speed sensor signal. Retrieve trouble codes. Go to RETRIEVING ABS TROUBLE CODES. Perform appropriate trouble code test.
- When vehicle is in an anti-lock stop and ABS warning light does not come on, but vehicle has abnormal ABS braking or brake system operation, go to SYMPTOM TESTS .
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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.