Electrical System Related Problems of the 1996 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows twelve common electrical system related problems of the 1996 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the underhood wiring (five problems).


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1996 Ford Explorer

The Electrical System problem

While driving in "d" in first to second it has had a problem shifting between the 1st and 2nd gears when accelerating and will rev high rpms and sometimes do absolutley nothing when drying to move forward unless I DE accelerate and then try to accelerate agine then finally it will   Read details...

The Underhood Wiring problem

This loss is similiar to another previously reported. This loss is very similar in nature to the deactivation switch fire losses in the Lincoln town cars. I have been told, and can not verify this, this same part is used in this vehicle, the bronco and the expedition.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Running taillights become dim then fail completely with the smell of burnt wiring, coming from the dashboard vicinity. On board computer shows no failure and front running/marker lights still operable. No other exterior lighting failure.   Read details...


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