Short in the wiring, horn switch defective, or horn relay going bad.
If your 2002 Ford Explorer alarm system goes off by itself, you probably have a wire that is exposed or a connection that is not completely closed. Check all wires for the alarm system and reset the system itself.
16"
The 2002 Ford Explorer AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS take Motorcraft MERCON " V " automatic transmission fluid ***note : starting with the 2002 model year of the Ford Explorer 4 door , there is NO AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK***
Soft clutch pedal that goes to the floor. Repeated pumping does not help.
10w-30 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The 1999 Ford Explorer Owner Guide shows ( 5W-30 )
nothing seems to be broken. the cable is not connected to the drive bracket
The dash indicator goes out to let you know one of the external lamps are not working
Remove the cover and look for damage.
Heat goes in and out, check your coolant level it might be low.
FRAM PH8A or FRAM HM8A
According to the owners manual, a 1997 Ford Explorer 5 speed manual transmission takes Ford Motorcraft Mercon ATF (automatic transmission fluid)
That would be a version of the 4R70W automatic transmission