I have a mild knock (that continues with forward motion) in the front end when i make a sharp right turn - 4x4 problem? The Ex drives great and straight (no pull or drag noticeable). It happens when turning left also, but not as noticeable.

When I bought the Ex the locking hubs were hard to turn and I wasn't sure where to turn them to - there is no lettering on the hubs, just an arrow and a dot. I lined those up, because after reading the manual, that should be in the Auto setting. The **** will rotate both directions from there, so i think one direction is free and the other is lock - but which is which, I don't know.

I want to change the hubs out (especially after reading here). But I have too many other "Honey-Do" projects at home to find the time - so that may be a few weeks away. Even if I don't replace them right away, i plan on servicing them (disassembling, inspecting & lubing) and checking the vacuum hoses.

So is this anything to worry about? What should I be checking for? The components of the 4x4 system is one area that I probably have the least amount of knowledge in, I've just never done much with drive lines.

'01 Excursion, v10, Limited, 4x4

 

you might need to take it to get the front end checked. you might have a ball joint/ tierod bad

 

I brought my '04 X in for it's first dealer service and they did a complete/free inspection which included all suspension and related components. I was having similar issues/complaints as you. They found about a 1/4 inch of play in the ball joints and replaced them under warranty. No more noise, tightened up the front end/steering, and it was free! Good luck

 

Well... just don't make sharp turns"... noise gone.

(Couldn't resist)...

Good luck,