The brake shoes may be out of adjustment causing the shoes to contact the drums prematurely. You could have a proportiong valve issue, but try adjusting the rear brakes first.
The 2001 Ford Explorer Sport ( the Sport is the 2 door model of the Explorer ) came from the factory with the ( Motorcraft BXT-65-650 battery ) * that's BCI group size 65 , 650 cold cranking amps *
The power steering and the power brakes share the same pump. The pump belt may be loose, the system may be low on fluid in which case you have a leak somewhere or the pump may be faulty.
Replacing disc brakes can be a tricky task. First, you must make sure they are cool enough to touch, then bleed them and take apart the brakes. You can put new pads and discs on to finish the job.
Anti-rattle clips not installed properly
According to the ( 2001 ) Ford Explorer Sport Trac owner Guide : ( the wheelbase is 125.9 inches )
disc brakes , front and rear
the rear is usually smaller and closer to the brake booster
They are equipped with a "telltale" warning that shrieks when the brakes are applied, with the brake pads are too low and need replacing.
i replace my rear brake shoes on 2001 dodge grand caravan and my emergency brake is still not working
This may help. http://www.stoptech.com/tech_info/wp_howto_bleedbrakes.shtml Y-THINK-Y
How do I put on a 2001 ford explorer cylinder? I am in the process of changing my front brakes and the cylinders will not push back in?
have you checked your brake fluid??
A 1996 camaro has the same DISK brakes as a 2001. It does not have drum brakes.
The fuel pump on a 2001 Montero Sport is located inside the fuel tank. Its position allows it to more easily transfer fuel by pushing it toward the engine rather than pulling.
THOSE ARE DISC BRAKES
The 2001 Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe has disc brakes all around.
Push in. I've change my front pads several times and they compress straight in.