Table 1 shows 31 common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1997 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the engine (28 problems). The second most common problem is related to the gasoline engine (24 problems).
The contact owns a 1997 Ford Explorer. While driving 30 mph, the contact smelled smoke and then noticed smoke rising from the engine compartment. He pulled over approximately two minutes later and discovered flames coming from the engine compartment. Read details...
I had purchased a 1997 Ford Explorer XLT from mk auto in auburn, CA and the car fax I recieved said there had been no recalls and no accidents on the vehicle. The owner from mk auto assured me many times that the fehicle was in good running condition. Read details...
1997 Ford Explorer 4. 0 sohc, my engine is making a terrible rattle sound while running, I have been told by many that its the timing chain tensioners, and that Ford knows about the problem but is not doing anything to help owners to get this repaired. Read details...