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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997EXPLORER 4D UTILITY, 4.0 E, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMSYMPTOM TESTSSYMPTOM H: INTERMITTENT DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WD
Symptom H: Intermittent Diagnosis Procedure
1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WDSECTION Symptom H: Intermittent Diagnosis Procedure
- Clear Codes & Reconnect Components
- Remove breakout box. Reinstall any components previously removed. Clear trouble codes. Turn ignition on with engine off. ABS warning light should come on for 3 seconds, then go out. If ABS warning light comes on for 3 seconds, then goes out, go to step 3). If ABS warning light stays on, go to next step. - Connector/Terminal Check
- Check all affected component connectors for bent or backed out terminals, damaged connector terminal locks, and damaged connector wedges. Also check intermediate connectors. Repair or replace components as necessary. Go to step 5). If no damaged components are found, go to next step. - Wiggle Test
- Turn ignition switch to ON position. While observing ABS warning light, wiggle affected or suspect circuit from one end of circuit to other. If ABS warning light comes on, go to step 5). If ABS warning light does not come on, go to next step. - Verify All Circuits Have Been Tested
- Ensure all affected circuits related to trouble code have been tested. If all affected circuits have been tested, turn ignition off and go to step 6). If all affected circuits have not been tested, repeat step 3). - Retrieve Codes
- Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Retrieve trouble codes. If trouble code retrieved is different than code being serviced, perform appropriate trouble code. See TROUBLE CODE TESTSΒ . If trouble code retrieved is not different than code being serviced, repair wire or terminal as necessary. Go to next step. - Verification
- Ensure following items:- Verify SYSTEM PRECHECKSΒ have been performed and a trouble code retrieved.
- Verify all steps of trouble code test have been performed.
- Verify all steps of SYMPTOM TESTSΒ have been performed.
If all items have been performed, return to appropriate test under TROUBLE CODE TESTSΒ . If all items have not been performed, return to appropriate procedure and complete testing.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.