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Old Aug 24, 2013 | 12:58 PM
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What is this part?

1991 Explorer XLT, auto, 4.0, 4 wheel drive. I can't figure out how to post pictures, so I'll try to describe the part the best I can. We were working on the gas tank and noticed what looks like an electrical plug/sensor hanging down. It plugs in directly above the rear end gears. What is it and what is it for? I have pictures I can send to an email if that would help....
 
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Old Aug 24, 2013 | 06:15 PM
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Does your Explorer have ABS? If so, it might be a connector for the rear wheel speed sensor.

To post photos you need to upload the photo to a photo-sharing website (Photobucket, Picasa, etc), then insert the image link here.

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Old Aug 25, 2013 | 10:06 AM
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If your tach and speedometer arent working properly, its the VSS.. (Vehicle Speed Sensor), if not, then likely the ABS pigtail.
 
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