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 & TESTINGTESTING SEQUENCE
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, Automatic
Testing Sequence
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, AutomaticSECTION Testing Sequence
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section before disconnecting battery. Vehicle may need to be driven more than 10 miles to relearn strategy.
When trouble shooting ABS system, use test procedures in the order they are presented. Using other than recommended procedure could result in wasted time and/or unnecessary replacement of parts. Follow sequence for diagnosing system.
- SYSTEM PRECHECKS
- ABS QUICK CHECK CHART . See Figure .
- DRIVE TEST
- TROUBLE CODE TESTS using TROUBLE CODE DIRECTORY.
- SYMPTOM TESTS using SYMPTOM DIAGNOSTIC CHART
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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.