Howling Noise
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Howling Noise
I have a 2002 Explorer XLS with 7600 miles. Occasionally I hear a wind howling type noise coming from the engine or trans. Happens once or twice a day. Seems to happen when accelerating. Lasts two or three seconds, then leaves. Definitely not wind. Truck shifts OK. Everything else OK. Should I be concerned?
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Mine does the same thing; usually when going uphill in a lower gear. I don't know what causes it, but it dosen't seem to be serious.
It sounds almost like fan noise. Maybe the fan clutch is engaging and making the noise.......?
It sounds almost like fan noise. Maybe the fan clutch is engaging and making the noise.......?
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Mine does the same thing ('01 Sport). I only notice it when it's kinda hot outside or I have been sitting with the car running for a while. I think it's the fan running at a higher RPM to help cool the motor.
Just a guess...
Just a guess...
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Sorry for the noobie question...IAC valve? I'm new to the X scene...I'm about to swap out my intake for a MAC though.
A little off topic, but is the MAC a good intake or should I just drop the dough for the good 'ole FIPK from K&N??
A little off topic, but is the MAC a good intake or should I just drop the dough for the good 'ole FIPK from K&N??
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I cleaned my IAC, that same noise happened. So I went back and while the noise was occuring I tightened up on the 2 IAC bolts and it stopped.
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I feel like a total noobie, but I just converted over to the dark side (used to drive a honda with nitrous 
). Where is the IAC? I'm pretty sure I understand what it does because it's kinda self descriptive, but I don't know where it is or how to clean it....Thanks.
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Ahhhh, Riceland. I miss those days. Been thinking of revisiting again. And I will.
Your IAC is on the plastic intake. If it's not a SOHC engine, it would be right above the d side head... 'bout 5" long, silver with 2 bolts holding it.
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Your IAC is on the plastic intake. If it's not a SOHC engine, it would be right above the d side head... 'bout 5" long, silver with 2 bolts holding it.
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Originally posted by The Cheat
Sorry for the noobie question...IAC valve? I'm new to the X scene...I'm about to swap out my intake for a MAC though.
A little off topic, but is the MAC a good intake or should I just drop the dough for the good 'ole FIPK from K&N??
Sorry for the noobie question...IAC valve? I'm new to the X scene...I'm about to swap out my intake for a MAC though.
A little off topic, but is the MAC a good intake or should I just drop the dough for the good 'ole FIPK from K&N??
