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Ford Explorer Sport Trac repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (24%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (5%)

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (7%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (27%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (27%)

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2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic AWD

68820 mi RF wheel bearing replaced. 
75640 mi LF wheel bearing. 
99820 mi LF wheel bearing plus sway bar links 
82000 mi

US $400
There was a rotational thudding (not quite a click) that was noticeable when turning and got worse over time. Luckily it was an easy bearing/hub replacement. Probably should have done the other side, too, but I didn't. Problem solved. 

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2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

52000 mi

US $1000
Replaced both front wheel bearings and hubs. 

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2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic AWD

62620 mi

C $90
front driven hub power steering pump 

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2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

58000 mi

US $5000
The rear bearing on both wheels were replaced. 
121000 mi

US $150
End link broke 

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2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

90000 mi

US $456
Bar was replace. 

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2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

106000 mi

US $100
The ABS light and traction control lights came on. When I cleaned the abs sensor I noticed the wheel bearing was bad so I replaced it and that fixed everything. 

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2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual 4WD w/low range

236000 mi

US $160
The bushings were totally missing from both sides. The same shop installed new ball joints and an alignment kit when I noticed the new noise and bushings missing. 

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2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

61380 mi

C $600
new power steering lines from pump to rack 

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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

203-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

238700 mi

US $900
Maintenance/wear item work - replaced front ball joints and control arms and rear ball joints which got rid of suspension noise. 
257000 mi

US $950
endlink bushing failed. replaced end links and bushings 

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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

203-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

185500 mi

US $500
Replaced rear sway bars 
124000 mi

$70
bill joints worn out 
121000 mi

US $70
Replaced Driver side wheel bearing as it making loud noises and causing poor handling/braking. Costs include a new wheel hub bearing, 32mm socket, and new caliper bolts. 
137000 mi Needed new driver side wheel bearing 

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Suspension Problems

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