Example carRust repair for a 1997 Ford Explorer
Rust repair for the 1997 Ford Explorer: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Combined
- 13.1 to 16.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Special Purpose Vehicles
An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 1997 Ford Explorer for rust repair
- Body: special purpose vehicles (EPA size class).
1997 Ford Explorer: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 5.0 L | 5.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,700 | US$4,200 | US$4,325 | US$4,450 | US$4,800 | US$4,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,062 | $4,558 | $4,712 | $4,868 | $5,208 | $5,208 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1997 Ford Explorer
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1,774 complaints with NHTSA, most often about tires (768), engine and engine cooling (232) and vehicle speed control (215). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09V399000 | 2009-10-13 | vehicle speed control | FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS... |
| 00V422000 | 2000-12-27 | vehicle speed control | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SOHC ENGINES AND STILL RETAIN THE ORIGINAL THROTTLE BODY (PART NUMBERS 97JF-9E926AB OR 97JF-9E926-AC). SOME OF THE ORIGINAL THROTTLE BODIES INSTALLED ALLOWED A GAP BETWEEN THE PLATE AND BORE TO BE BUILT TOO NARROW. THIS REDUCED CLEARANCE ALLOWED THE... |
| 00V402000 | 2000-11-28 | suspension | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, A FRONT SWAY BAR LINK CAN FRACTURE. |
| 00V168000 | 2000-06-19 | exterior lighting | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS, LIGHT PICKUP TRUCKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. OFF LEASE CANADIAN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS WHICH MEET CANADIAN REQUIREMENTS AND NOT THE PHOTOMETRIC REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." ACCORDING TO FORD, THE VEHICLES... |
| 98V060000 | 1998-03-19 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L SINGLE OVERHEAD CAM ENGINES. THE ENGINE FUEL LINES CAN BE DAMAGED IF THE VEHICLE IS JUMP STARTED AND THE GROUND CABLE IS ATTACHED TO THE FUEL LINE BRACKET THAT IS LOCATED NEAR THE BATTERY. SINCE THE BRACKET IS NOT GROUNDED, THE STAINLESS STEEL... |
| 97V074000 | 1997-04-30 | vehicle speed control | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALASKA, IDAHO, IOWA, MAINE, MICHIGAN (UPPER PENINSULA ONLY), MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING.... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Your Explorer and rust repair
Rust repair for the 1997 Ford Explorer: send a request and a person replies with a price and a time. Rust is cut out or treated, then the area is refinished.
Size and finish
We note the car's condition with you when it comes in. As a van, it has more paint, glass and interior than a small car, so the work takes longer. Keep the repair invoice with the car's records.
From request to appointment
If the job turns out larger, we ask you before doing more. Tell us whether you can drop the car off or need it collected. You can add a rental to the same request.
A car while yours is in
We collect the rental when your car is ready. Choose a car from our fleet for the days the work takes. Collect the car at our location for free, or have it delivered.
Why prices differ
If you only need part of the work, say so and we quote that part. The size of the car matters: an SUV or a van has more surface than a compact car. We price the job before we start, never after.
After the work
If anything about the work looks wrong after you collect the car, tell us. Keep the invoice with your records; it helps when you sell the car.
On the day
Point out anything you want us to pay special attention to. Take valuables and personal items out of the car before the work. Bring the keys you use every day, and the wheel lock key if the car has one.
How long you are without it
If the car must stay overnight, we tell you before it comes in. We confirm how long the car will be with us when we confirm the price.
Get an offer
Ready to book? Tell us about the car and when suits you.
Request rust repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Rust repair: the 1997 Ford Explorer
Can I rent a car while my 1997 Ford Explorer is in for rust repair?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book rust repair for my 1997 Ford Explorer?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.