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1996 Ford Explorer
Electrical Problems
1996 Ford Explorer Electrical Problems
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- Check Engine Light On, Battery Loses Charge
- Air Bag Light Comes On Intermittently
- Fire Under Hood
- Fuel Mileage Indicator Malfunctioning
- Starter Stopped Working
- NHTSA: Electrical System
- NHTSA: Electrical System: Wiring: Front Underhood
- NHTSA: Electrical System: Ignition
- NHTSA: Electrical System: Wiring
- NHTSA: Electrical System: Wiring: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
- NHTSA: Electrical System: Wiring: Interior/Under Dash
- NHTSA: Electrical System: Ignition: Switch
- NHTSA: Electrical System: 12v/24v/48v Battery
- NHTSA: Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel
- NHTSA: Electrical System: Horn
- NHTSA: Electrical System: Wiring: Rear Compartment/Trunk
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