Ford Explorer Sport (2-door) Ford Explorer Sport (2-door)

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Ford Explorer Sport (2-door) repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (37%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Ford Explorer Sport (2-door) engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (33%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Ford Explorer Sport (2-door) 2dr SUV

203-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

62660 mi

US $213
Replaced 4x4 Shift control module 

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2001 Ford Explorer Sport (2-door) 2dr SUV

203-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

181000 mi

US $355
Fuel pump went out car started stuttering while driving then once stopped car would not start 

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1999 Ford Explorer Sport (2-door)

Engine not specified

127000 mi

US $600
oxygen sensor 

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1998 Ford Explorer Sport (2-door) 2-door

6-cylinder automatic 4WD

93000 mi

US $1700
Front timing chain, tensioner, guide and sprocket replacement. The tensioners, both front and rear, had failed. 

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1996 Ford Explorer Sport (2-door)

Engine not specified

113000 mi Had water pump replaced and then it started to overheat. Replaced thermostat and flushed radiator. Used blue devil to seal the head gasket and its been running for a little over a week without overheating. 

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Ford Explorer Sport (2-door) Engine Problems

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