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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 4D PICKUP CREW CABREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSHANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES & ENTRY SYSTEMS
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4D Pickup Crew Cab
Handles, Locks, Latches & Entry Systems
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4D Pickup Crew CabSECTION Handles, Locks, Latches & Entry Systems
- Specifications
- Description And Operation
- Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems
- Notes
- Hood Latch
- Front Door
- Rear Door
- Liftgate
- Tailgate
- Power Lock/Unlock
- Autolock
- Auto-Unlock
- Smart Unlock
- Unlock Inhibit Feature
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Lock/Unlock Control - Lock
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Lock/Unlock Control - Unlock
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Liftgate Glass Release (Explorer, Mountaineer)
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Memory Seat
- Panic Alarm
- Keyless Entry Keypad
- Locking the Doors with the Keyless Entry Keypad System
- Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless Entry Keypad System
- Anti-Scan Feature
- Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems
- Diagnostic Tests
- Locks, Latches and Entry Systems
- Notes
- Principles of Operation
- Inspection and Verification
- DTC Tables
- Symptom Chart
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test A: All Door Locks Are Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test B: A Single/More Than One Door Lock Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test C: The Door Locks Operate Only One Way
- Pinpoint Test D: All Door Locks Are Inoperative From One Switch
- Pinpoint Test E: DTC B2574 or B2575 Door Lock/Unlock Switch Short To Ground
- Pinpoint Test F: DTC B1300, B1982, B2250, or B2671: Door Lock/Liftgate Glass Actuator Relay Coil Circuit Open or Short to Ground
- Pinpoint Test G: The Liftgate Glass Latch Release Is Inoperative/Does Not Operate Correctly
- Pinpoint Test H: The Doors Do Not Lock/Unlock Using The Keyless Entry Keypad
- Pinpoint Test I: The Keyless Entry Keypad Illumination Is Inoperative/Does Not Operate Correctly
- Pinpoint Test J: The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test K: An Individual Button/Feature Is Inoperative From The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter
- Pinpoint Test L: The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Has Poor Range Performance
- Pinpoint Test M: The Autolock Does Not Operate Correctly
- Pinpoint Test N: The Smart Unlock Does Not Operate Correctly
- Pinpoint Test O: The Auto-Unlock Does Not Operate Correctly
- Locks, Latches and Entry Systems
- General Procedures
- Removal And Installation
- Hood Latch and Components - Exploded View
- Hood Latch
- Hood Latch Release Handle
- Front Door Handles, Locks and Latches - Exploded View
- Front Door Latch
- Door Ajar Switch - Front Door
- Front Door Lock Actuator
- Door Lock Cylinder
- Interior Door Handle - Front
- Exterior Front Door Handle
- Rear Door Handles, Locks and Latches - Exploded View
- Rear Door Latch
- Door Ajar Switch - Rear Door
- Rear Door Lock Actuator
- Interior Door Handle - Rear
- Exterior Rear Door Handle
- Pickup Bed Storage Compartment - Exploded View
- Pickup Bed Storage Compartment Latch
- Pickup Bed Storage Compartment Release Handle
- Liftgate Handle, Lock and Latch - Exploded View
- Liftgate Latch
- Liftgate Latch Actuator
- Door Ajar Switch - Liftgate
- Liftgate Window Latch
- Liftgate Window Latch Actuator
- Door Ajar Switch - Liftgate Glass
- Liftgate Release Handle
- Tailgate Handle, Lock and Latches - Exploded View
- Tailgate Latch
- Tailgate Latch Remote Control
- Tailgate Lock Cylinder
- Tailgate Release Handle
- Tonneau Cover Lock Cylinder
- Tonneau Cover Latch
- Tonneau Cover Latch Release Cable
- Ignition Lock Cylinder
- Door Lock Control Switch
- Keyless Entry Keypad
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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.