Ford Explorer third row seat Interior: The 5- and 7-passenger models have a bench seat in the second row. It definitely is not enough vehicle for towing. The two-door Eddie Bauer models were dropped. Standard four-wheel antilock brakes returned with rear discs replacing drum brakes. The leather has held up well, even in the rear which has been subjected to car seats and booster seats since the truck was new. The 1998 wheelbase is even shorter than 2dogsfarm's 2002.
Arm yourself with a well maintained truck that is equipped to pull substantially more then you need it to pull and a well-maintained trailer and don't tempt fate before then. Read further to find out. And horsepower was now 160 regardless of transmission. I replaced it myself, as well as all the brake pads and rotors. Has no clue about financing or how to make a deal, I heard him talking on the phone and cursing in front of me, while he took my payment. But being a broke college student, I took my chances.
I want to buy a 2 horse trailer, but I'm not sure if my 98 V6 Ford Explorer can tow it? The new electronic transfer case increased flexibility of the Control Trac four-wheel drive available for V6 models. There is a few things that have broken diver door lock light on raidio. I had mine for almost 10 years it was a '91 and over 200K miles and had only one real issue with with why oh why did Ford put the plastic clutch fluid reservoir inside the bell housing I'll never know. Test all the heater and air conditioner modes. While members may ask for general opinions and suggestions on equipment, trailers, trucks, etc. Whether its horsepower, torque, payload, towing capacity or 4×4 operation, F-150 delivers what full-size pickup buyers want.
Standard four-wheel antilock brakes returned with rear discs replacing drum brakes. A Rugged Performer Full-size pickup buyers want a tough truck that can take punishment and perform under difficult conditions. Bumps, potholes and cracks in the asphalt are soaked well by the suspension. Find out why, and learn about our other top new-car values. Powertrain choices include a V6 with a five-speed automatic or V8 with a six-speed automatic. Fill no higher than 9.
I really feel safe in this truck, and I'm not afraid to teach my son to drive in this truck. A Truck for all Reasons F-150 continues to offer a wide variety of choices to meet the needs of work and personal-use customers. In addition, the available four-speed automatic had electronic shift controls that allegedly improved its smoothness and efficiency. Before signing the contract, have the truck inspected by an independent mechanic. The box had flared fenders and was made of body-colored composite plastic. When inspecting the truck, watch out for low engine coolant level and coolant leaks from the radiator and thermostat housing.
The finance manager is a young kid named Joey, and knows absolutely nothing!! Lots and lots of aftermarket parts are available. It definitely is not enough vehicle for towing. Measure from the center of the front wheel to the center of the back wheel on the same side. Separate low-range gearing continued, as did the ability to use four-wheel High on dry pavement. Third-row seats are low to the floor and have thin padding, but the head- and legroom is not bad. At 100,000 miles I had all the shocks and the front lower ball joints replaced. Very safe, very tall, powerful but not too powerful.
Trailer Sway Control is standard from 2009. Some of the 2007 models were affected by this issue too. The 1 Ford Explorer enthusiast resource on the Internet since 1996. It features a split-port induction system that helps optimize fuel efficiency and engine response. First, a V6 pulling horses will last about 6 months. The manual and websites say it can tow ~6,800 lbs. Test all the heater and air conditioner modes.
The single overhead cam design features one camshaft in each cylinder head, providing excellent valve control for dependable power and responsive performance. Check to find out if the truck had any reported accidents or other issues. I have a steel two horse bumper pull, extra tall, extra wide, it weighs 3500 lbs empty. Check to find out if the truck had any reported accidents or other issues. This is about average for a truck of this size. Explorer four-door wagons were basically unchanged for 2001.