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.
2001 Ford Explorer ChassisFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Electrical Component Locator: Connectors
CONNECTORS LOCATION
| Component | Location |
|---|---|
| C113 (Black, 16 Pin) | Rear of engine compartment. |
| C115 (Gray, 42 Pin) | Left rear corner of engine compartment. |
| C116 (38 Pin) | Left rear corner of engine compartment. |
| C118 (Black, 16 Pin) | Rear of engine compartment. |
| C119 (Black, 4 Pin) | Left rear corner of engine compartment, forward of firewall connector. |
| C125 (12 Pin) | Behind battery. |
| C140 (12 Pin) | Near 4WABS control module. |
| C141 (Gray, 16 Pin) | Left side of engine compartment, forward of master cylinder. |
| C146 (40 Pin) | Left rear corner of engine compartment. |
| C147 (40 Pin) | Left rear corner of engine compartment. |
| C148 (40 Pin) | Left rear corner of engine compartment. |
| C169 | At right rear of engine on exhaust pipe. |
| C200 (Black, 14 Pin) | Below center of dash. |
| C212 (84 Pin) | Left corner of dash, near kick panel grommet. |
| C213 (Black, 16 Pin) | Right corner of dash, near kick panel grommet. |
| C226 (Black, 14 Pin) | Behind dash, at base of steering column. |
| C240 (Black, 14 Pin) | Behind right side of dash. |
| C242 (Black, 10 Pin) | At right side of vehicle, below dash. |
| C244 (Black, 10 Pin) | In right front door jamb. |
| C245 (Black, 56 Pin) | At left side of vehicle, attached to kick panel. |
| C257 (Gray, 4 Pin) | Near right front door. |
| C258 (6 Pin) | In left front door. |
| C267 (Black, 14 Pin) | On left "A" pillar. |
| C292 (66 Pin) | Behind center of dash. |
| C306 (3 Pin) | On left "A" pillar. |
| C307 (2 Pin) | Under driver's seat. |
| C308 (2 Pin) | Under passenger's seat. |
| C316 (Black, 10 Pin) | In right rear door jamb. |
| C318 (Gray, 8 Pin) | At left rear of vehicle, above roof panel. |
| C320 (Gray, 3 Pin) | At left rear of vehicle, above roof panel. |
| C323 (Black, 10 Pin) (w/power equipment group) | Inside of left rear door jamb. |
| C326 (Gray, 2 Pin) (w/o power equipment group) | Inside of left rear door jamb. |
| C327 (Black, 10 Pin) (w/o power equipment group) | In right rear door jamb. |
| C360 (White, 4 Pin) | Below right front seat. |
| C361 (White, 4 Pin) | Behind left front seat. |
| C390 (Black, 2 Pin) | On left frame rail. |
| C395 | On right frame rail. |
| C402 (Black, 8 Pin) | In left side of rear bumper. |
| C409 (Black, 4 Pin) | In left side of liftgate, below window. |
| C418 (Black, 4 Pin) | At right rear of vehicle, in liftgate. |
| C424 (Gray, 8 Pin) | In liftgate, left of wiper. |
| C442 (Black, 8 Pin) | At right rear of vehicle. |
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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