1997 Ford Explorer dies in drive

175,756 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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PAULC1968
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my explorer will drive in reverse ..but will die when i put it in drive
Nov 24, 2008 at 8:13 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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Check for codes
check fuses
check speed sensor
check instrument cluster
check under hood for any loose wiring
Nov 24, 2008 at 10:57 PM
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PAULC1968
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i appreciate your response...but a more detailed one would be greatly appreciated..right now i have no money to make a donation..but if you could eplain a little farther i will make a donation when i can...you have my word
Nov 25, 2008 at 2:56 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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Check it for codes
most parts store and local repair shop will do it for free where they hook it up to a small tool that will access the computer and read out the codes
lets us know if you have
locate at the rear differential on top a sensor check it
disconnect the sensor and give it a try
open the hood and check it the move when you but it in drive causing the wiring harness to move in a way that cause the stalling
check for vacuum leaks

really nothing else to explain ,you have to check and let me know your findings
good luck
Nov 25, 2008 at 9:32 AM
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