1997 Ford Explorer Specifications

1997 Ford Explorer

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1997 Ford Explorer

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Specifications

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Specifications shown for: Eddie Bauer 4dr 4x4

Engines

205-hp, 4.0-liter V-6 (regular gas)  

Transmissions

5-speed automatic w/OD  

Powertrain

4.0 Engine liters  
V-6 Cylinder configuration  
12 # of valves  
Standard Sequential multi-point fuel injection  
regular unleaded Recommended fuel  
Standard HD radiator  
Optional Block heater  
Standard Battery run down protection  
5 speed Automatic transmission  
Standard Overdrive  
Standard Transmission electronic control  
Standard Automatic locking hubs  
3.55 Axle ratio  
Standard 4 wheel drive  
Optional Limited slip differential  
Standard Electronic transfer case  
15 mpg Fuel economy city  
19 mpg Fuel economy highway  
21 gal. Fuel tank capacity
205-hp @ 5,000RPM Engine horsepower  
250 lb.-ft. @ 3,000RPM Engine torque  
3.95" x 3.32" Engine bore x stroke  

Standard Specs and Dimensions

244 cu.in. Engine displacement  
1 Cruising RPM
4,166 lbs. Curb weight  
2,800 lbs. Front GAWR  
3,199 lbs. Rear GAWR  
5,600 lbs. Max trailer weight  
188.5" Exterior length  
70.2" Exterior body width  
67.6" Exterior height  
111.5" Wheelbase  
58.8" Front tread  
58.6" Rear tread  
19.4' Turning radius  
42.4" Front legroom  
37.7" Rear legroom  
39.8" Front headroom  
39.3" Rear headroom  
51.9" Front hiproom  
51.7" Rear hiproom  
57.1" Front shoulder room  
56.0" Rear shoulder room  
42.6 cu.ft. Interior cargo volume  
81.6 cu.ft. Interior cargo volume seats folded  
81.6 cu.ft. Maximum interior cargo volume  

Suspension/Handling

Optional Auto-leveling suspension  
Standard Front anti-roll bar  
Standard Rear anti-roll bar  
Standard Power steering  
Standard Rack and pinion steering  
Standard Chrome wheels  
255/70SR16.0 Front tires  
Optional Front tires: 235/75SR16.0  
255/70SR16.0 Rear tires  
Optional Rear tires: 235/75SR16.0  
Standard All-terrain tires  
Optional Limited slip differential  

Body Exterior

4 Number of doors
Standard Power door mirrors  
Standard Skid plates  
Standard Body-color or chrome door handles  
Standard Chrome bumpers  
Standard Rear step bumper  
Standard Front bumper rub strip  
Standard Rear bumper rub strip  
Optional Front licence plate bracket  
Standard Roof rack  
Standard Bodyside moldings  
Standard Chrome bodyside insert  
Standard Rocker panel extensions  
Standard Wheel well moldings  
Standard Fender flares  
Standard Chrome grille  

Convenience Feature

Standard Air conditioning  
Optional Automatic temperature control  
Optional Rear air conditioning  
Standard Underseat ducts  
Optional Power sunroof  
Optional Glass sunroof  
Optional Sliding and tilting sunroof  
Optional Sunroof sunshade  
Standard Cruise control  
Standard Power windows  
Standard 1-touch down  
Optional Remote keyless entry  
Standard Illuminated entry  
Standard Retained accessory power  
Standard Tilt steering wheel  
Standard Day-night rearview mirror  
Optional Auto-dimming rearview mirror  
Standard Illuminated driver vanity mirror  
Standard Driver auxiliary visor  
Standard Illuminated passenger vanity mirror  
Standard Passenger auxiliary visor  
Optional Cell phone  
Standard Front cupholder  
Standard Partial floor console  
Optional Full floor console  
Standard Covered floor storage  
Optional Overhead console  
Standard Driver door bin  
Standard Passenger door bin  
Standard Illuminated glove box  
2 12V DC power outlet  

Seats and Trim

Standard Max. seating capacity of 5  
Standard Front bucket seats  
Standard Power driver seat  
10 Number of driver seat adjustments  
Optional Number of driver seat adjustments: 12  
Standard Reclining driver seat  
Standard Driver lumbar support  
Standard Height adjustable driver seat  
Standard Driver fore/aft adjustment  
Standard Power passenger seat  
10 Number of passenger seat adjustments  
Optional Number of passenger seat adjustments: 12  
Standard Reclining passenger seat  
Standard Passenger lumbar support  
Standard Height adjustable passenger seat  
Optional Passenger thigh support  
Standard Passenger fore/aft adjustment  
Optional Passenger side bolster support  
Standard Front center armrest  
Standard Rear bench seat  
Standard Split folding rear seat  
Optional Reclining rear seat  
Optional Leather upholstery  
Standard Vinyl door panel trim  
Standard Carpet on lower door panel  
Standard Full headliner  
Standard Full carpet floor covering  
Standard Deluxe sound insulation  
Standard Leather steering wheel  
Standard Floor mats  
Standard Carpeted cargo space  
Standard Cargo cover  
Standard Cargo tie downs  

Entertainment Features

Standard Radio  
Standard Seek-scan  
Standard Cassette  
Optional CD player  
Optional Multi-disc CD changer  
Optional In-dash CD changer  
Standard Premium audio system  
Optional Rear audio controls  
4 Speakers
Standard Premium speakers  
Optional Power antenna  

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Optional Fully automatic headlights  
Standard Aero-composite headlamps  
Optional Front fog lights  
Standard Center high mounted stop light  
Standard Variably intermittent wipers  
Standard Rear window wiper  
Standard Rear window defroster  
Standard Tinted windows  
Standard Front reading lights  
Optional Rear reading lights  
Standard Tachometer  
Standard Voltmeter  
Optional Compass  
Optional Outside temperature display  
Standard Trip odometer  
Standard Oil pressure gauge  
Standard Water temp gauge  
Optional Systems monitor  
Standard Oil pressure warning  
Standard Battery warning  
Standard Lights on warning  
Standard Key warning  
Optional Service interval indicator  

Safety and Security

Standard ABS brakes  
Standard 4-wheel disc brakes  
Standard Full size spare tire  
Standard Dual front impact airbags  
Optional Integrated rear childseat  
Standard Height adjustable front seatbelts  
Standard Power door locks  
Optional Remote keyless entry  
Standard Rear child safety locks  
Optional Security system  
Optional Limited slip differential  
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