To reduce noise, Ford developed a quieter oil pump and new planetary gear designs. We live in middle of Rockies in Colorado so we knew we had to get a vechical that could take on the winter, plus get us over the passes when traveling. Result: the new Explorer feels like a large, tall car, not a truck. This vehicle has 329,000 miles and still going strong. . Other thn your usual Oil, brake pads and your other usual wear and tear stuff, this truck has given me no problem.
The egg-crate grille, with its inset blue oval, announces its Ford manufacture. The use of E85 fuel reduces carbon dioxide emissions by as much as 20 percent, compared with gasoline. Planetary gears provide different ratios as a transmission goes through shifts. Yes its V8 and gas hogger but it does what it suppose to do. Usually, adversaries' products are separated by at least a year, so carmakers can wait and see the other guy's hand before showing their own cards or to avoid comparisons like this one. An all-new, equal-length composite plastic intake system was added for improved sound quality, while engine durability was improved through the use of aluminum main bearings. There are modifications and improvements to almost every component, most especially the rear suspension.
The door handles are easier to use, and because the new frame allows a much lower floor, the optional running boards are not necessary for easy access. If the rear wheels lose traction, the optimal amount of torque for the situation is transferred to the front — up to 500 foot-pounds. Besides the added power, the new V-8 also offers improved part throttle feel, better drivability and less weight than the 5. Both engines offer exceptional reliability and will go 100,000 miles before the first scheduled tune-up under normal driving conditions with routine fluid and filter changes. The newest Explorer is slightly larger than the original in all dimensions, but is still compact enough to be easy to park in urban and suburban environments. If your oil pressure goes down because you are low on oil or because your oil pump is not working properly the light on the dash turn on intermittently… Something is affecting the emissions of the vehicle , it could be anything fromthe gas cap not installed properly , poor gas , a sensor. It has safety benefits as well.
But, with less unsprung weight and better wheel control, the new suspension removes any residual trucklike ride and handling foibles. The transmission carries more torque through its new wide-ratio five-speed. This heads off wheel spin in low-traction situations. Now in its third generation, the Explorer is all-new with a 4. The new all-aluminum V-8 delivers more power, more efficiently, while the improved V-6 is more refined. The old owners took excellant care of this car. Its 240 horsepower and 28- lb-ft of torque are up from the specs of the old engine, and most of that torque is available right from idle for quick response.
All 2002 Explorers are four-door vehicles. When in automatic mode, the Control Trac drivetrain normally delivers all engine torque to the rear wheels. It is perfect for those long drives or your daily commute! Units Affected 1552880 It's our guess you could've heard a pin drop the day the Ford Explorer development team sat around some conference table deep within the darkest hallways of Dearborn. I am planning to keep it as long as possible and then yes, I am planning to go back to Explorer again. It now has over 105k miles. The comfortable leather seats provide all-day comfort in the first and second rows. The torque curve for the 4.
Also available is a new sophisticated, more powerful, lighter-weight 4. The Control Trac transfer case housing is made of magnesium for reduced weight. He loves the big truck feeling, I love the space and 3rd seats for grandchildren. It replaces the former 5. First gear now has a ratio of 3. I would suggest having the transmission inspected before you buy it.
Fuel economy has been held constant — even with a larger vehicle and one that can seat two more passengers than the prior model — thanks to several weight-saving innovations. The interior design has the same theme of honest, uncluttered simplicity as the exterior. The engine is strong and it's never left me stranded. But here, both manufacturers, and to some degree the marketplace…. He is 16 year parts veteran for carquest.
The two-door model continues in the previous body style as the Explorer Sport, and the four-doors-and-a-pickup-bed Explorer Sport Trac rounds out the lineup. Because it uses a high-tech internal code, the United States government at one point forbid engineers from taking it across international borders. This translates into responsive around-town driving and freeway cruising. A 2nd timing chain from the jackshaft to the driver's side cylinder head at the front of the engine, and a 3rd timing chain from the jackshaft to the passenger side cylinder head… you screw the oil filter to it, if your filter screws directly to the pump arm housing, it doesnt have a cooler, the cooler is a small metal box in between the filter and arm with two hoses going to itp. The new wide-ratio, 5-speed, 5R55W5 automatic provides improved performance over most four- and five-speed transmissions.
A built-in hitch receiver offers towing capability right from the factory and can accept many accessories, such as a bicycle rack. Since i have owned this vehicle from new, here is the list of problems i've had. The interior is as new as the exterior, and noticeably larger, with a third-row seat offered. So Ford introduced the true second generation Explorer as a 2002 model early in 2001. We up graded from 81 chevy blazer.
The 4×4 system kicks in when needed without telltale pulses or harshness. In 4×4 High — recommended for severe winter weather and off-road conditions — the system effectively locks the front and rear driveshafts together to provide optimal traction of four wheels. There is considerably less body roll in cornering than with the previous chassis, and better response to bumps and holes in the road. In addition, the driveshaft is thinner than the previous shaft and contributes to a 3. Explorer also offers flexible fuel capability with the standard 4.