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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999EXPLORER 4WD V6-4.0L VIN EREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISCRUISE CONTROLCRUISE CONTROL SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIRWITHOUT REMOTE AUDIO/CLIMATE CONTROLS
1999 Ford Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E
Without Remote Audio/Climate Controls
1999 Ford Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN ESECTION Without Remote Audio/Climate Controls
REMOVAL
1. Remove the driver side air bag module.

2. Remove the speed control actuator switches.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Disconnect the electrical connector then remove the speed control actuator switches.
INSTALLATION

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.
1. Remove the driver side air bag module.
2. Remove the speed control actuator switches.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Disconnect the electrical connector then remove the speed control actuator switches.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.