| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
1997 Ford Explorer repairs by problem area
Engine (35%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (22%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (10%)
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Chart based on 49 repairs.
1997 Ford Explorer engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (20%)
$500 - $999 (27%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (27%)
Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1997 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| US $14 | Drive pulley bearings seized. |
| 205000 mi US $750 |
A rebuilt engine was put in in 2004 and now Timing Chain & Guides on front left have to be replaced. (Was a recall in 2001 I believe.) |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic AWD
| 169000 mi US $1100 |
Valve cover oil leak. Gaskets replaced. 3 sensors replaced. |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 144000 mi | Leaking coolant hose Split radiator seam |
| 144000 mi | and the check engine light was dancing on and off (indicative of the need for a new oxygen sensor ....again). |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder manual 4WD
| 277000 mi US $41 |
No heat, replaced thermostat |
| 285000 mi US $794 |
Replaced cat-back exhaust pipe and muffler to pass inspection |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 133000 mi US $2100 |
Engine blew a head gasket due to a clogged radiator. I bought a 96K replacement engine and a new radiator. Had my shop install. |
| 146000 mi US $750 |
Intake manifold blew and dumped all coolant all over the place. |
| 103540 mi C $1000 |
Leaking coolant from heating coil. |
| 104780 mi C $250 |
Unable to start car from park position in transmission. Intermittent problem. Somewhat improvement after repair. |
| 88000 mi US $130 |
Engine serpentine belt idler pulley bearing froze, mounting bolt unthreaded itself and it and inner race were lost. New owner-provided belt and new parts installed by dealer in about 2 hrs. Very good, swift repair. |
| 106000 mi US $100 |
crank speed sensor? |
1997 Ford Explorer 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 218000 mi | Check Engine Light on, so failed emissions test. No driveability issues and emissions normal. Diagnois: computer failing to detect position of solenoid in evaporative emissions system. Recommended replace computer, a $1200 part. Decided not to. |
| 153000 mi US $800 |
thermostat, serpentine belt, idler pulley |
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