1993 Ford Explorer XLT review from North America
"In regards with the expensesas of now it is still cheap for a 10 year old SUV"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I bought the Explorer, it was not working. When we checked it with my mechanic we were thinking it is a cylinder head gasket problem.
Confirmed it was a cylinder head gasket.
Radiator leakage.
Thermostat damaged.
Air filter housing assembly damaged.
Center arm rest broken.
Drivers door handle broken.
Driver's seat a lot of cracks and some portions are torn.
Radiator clutch fan a lot of cracks.
Wheel alignment caster, camber & toe going to the right a little.
4x4 and low range switch not functioning.
Auto cruise system not functioning.
General comments?
I bought it very cheap. As an engineer I think I could make it work & run again with an expert mechanics help.
I replaced all the above things and fabricated & adopt parts that can be done except for the last two items the 4x4 & low range switch & the auto cruise system.
It is working fine right now.
The comfort is good. The reliability still needs to be tested.
Maintenance repair engineering side without the manual you'll be lost; the engine space and design to work ergonomically not suited for home garage repairs. Tools usage good - no special tools required except for door sidings I fabricated a tool to dismantle it.
Diagnosing module hard to follow and troubleshoot need more feedback from the INTERNET and other sources to accomplish.
Recommended reviews
| Pretty good SUV for the money |
|
| 1992 - Explorer XLT 4.0L Cologne V6 It grows on you like the rot growing on the rocker panels. |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 liters Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 164321 miles |
| Most recent distance | 164572 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corona |
| Date of Entry | 30th June, 2003 |