2003
Explorer 4-Door
The
following information is subject to change without notice. Contact dealer
to verify.
What's New
In 2003 Explorer 4-Door is expected to continue as the segment sales
leader by offering refined, rugged, versatile and understated status to
the Ford Outfitters family of SUVs. New Features for 2003 include:
- All-new 2003 Explorer All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- New series lineup adding XLS Sport, XLT Sport and all-new NBX
models
- Optional Safety Canopy™ System
- Optional Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Optional DVD Rear-seat Entertainment System (late availability)
- Available New 17-inch wheels and tires
2003
Explorer 4-Door
The
following information is subject to change without notice. Contact dealer
to verify.
Key Features
Key defining features include: standard four-wheel disc ABS, optional
Control Trac® four-wheel drive,
optional Reverse Sensing System, four-wheel independent suspension with
coil springs, and fully boxed frame for improved rigidity and vehicle
responsiveness.
Performance/Handling
- 5-speed automatic transmission standard on all models
- Front suspension with coil springs
- Available AdvanceTrac™ Electronic Stability Enhancement System
- Independent rear suspension
- Large fuel tank capacity of 22.5 gallons
- 16- and 17-inch wheels and tires
- Available 4.6L Triton™ SOHC V-8 engine
- 4.0L SOHC V-6 engine
Safety/Security
- Safety Canopy™ System
- Personal Safety System™
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Comfort/Convenience
- Optional third-row seating for 7-passenger seating capacity
- Available power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals
- Available Dual-zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
System
- Available Audiophile AM/FM stereo/6-disc in-dash CD player
- Standard dual-media audio system
- Optional DVD Rear-seat Entertainment System
- Cargo storage area beneath the rear cargo floor
Design/Styling
- 17-inch satin nickel cast aluminum wheels (Eddie Bauer)
- 17-inch chromed cast aluminum wheels (Limited)
- Attractive exterior trim
- Large door openings, low step-in height
- Low liftover for rear flip glass
- Revised Limited package with style and comfort enhancements
Quality/Reliability/Durability
Environment
- Flexible fuel capability with 4.0L SOHC V-6 engine
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2003
Explorer 4-Door
The
following information is subject to change without notice. Contact dealer
to verify.
Powertrain Combinations
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Powertrain
(Engine/Transmission)
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Horsepower
(SAE net @ rpm)
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Torque
(lb.-ft @ rpm)
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4.0L SOHC V-6
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
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210 @ 5100
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254 @ 3700
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4.6L Triton™ SOHC V-8 with
Electronically Controlled 5-Speed
Automatic Overdrive
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239 @ 4750
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282 @ 4000
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- 4.6L Triton SOHC V-8 engine
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2003
Explorer 4-Door
The
following information is subject to change without notice. Contact dealer
to verify.
Engines
4.0L SOHC 12V V-6 (Explorer 4-Door, Sport and Sport Trac)
The 4.0L SOHC 12V V-6 is available on Explorer 4-Door, Sport and Sport Trac
models.
Major features and benefits:
- The SOHC V-6 features one camshaft in each cylinder head (at the top of
each cylinder bank), eliminating the need for pushrods
- The SOHC design provides a significant level of valve control
- Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection precisely monitors the
fuel delivered to each intake port for efficient operation
- A tuned variable-induction system, in which a vacuum-actuated valve varies
the effective length of the air-intake tracts by separating or combining the
two halves of a split-intake manifold plenum. At lower rpm, the closed valve
separates the intake pulses from each bank of the engine up to the throttle
body, providing a longer effective tract length for better low-speed torque.
At higher rpm, the valve opens, allowing the intake pulses from all
cylinders to combine in the plenum and optimizing high-speed power
| Specifications |
| Type |
6-Cylinder, 60° V, Single Overhead Cam, 12V |
| Engine Electronics |
EEC-V Electronic Engine Controls with
Integrated EDIS |
| Displacement |
4.0L (245 CID) |
| Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm) |
210 @ 5100 (Explorer 4-Door)
203 @ 5250 (Explorer Sport)
210 @ 5200 (Explorer Sport Trac) |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) |
254 @ 3700 (Explorer 4-Door)
237 @ 3000 (Explorer Sport)
240 @ 3000 (Explorer Sport Trac) |
| Compression Ratio |
9.7:1 |
| Bore and Stroke (in.) |
3.95 x 3.32 |
| Main Bearings |
4 |
| Valve Lifters |
Hydraulic Lash Adjuster |
| Fuel Delivery |
Sequential Multi-port Electronic |
| Fuel |
Regular Unleaded |
4.6L SOHC Triton™ 16V V-8 (Expedition and Explorer 4-Door)
The 4.6L SOHC Triton 16V V-8 delivers dependable power and responsive
performance in this "truck-only" version of the modular engine family.
Major features and benefits:
- The SOHC V-8 features one camshaft in each cylinder head (at the top of
each cylinder bank), eliminating the need for pushrods
- The SOHC design provides a fine level of valve control
- Deep-skirt engine block and low-friction internal components for
reliability and fuel economy
- Silent-design chain cam drive contributes to durability and helps reduce
noise, vibration and harshness (NVH)
- Platinum-tipped spark plugs help provide sure-fire ignition and contribute
to a 100,000-mile scheduled tune-up interval.(1)
The metal platinum retains its conductive properties much longer than
traditional spark plugs, thereby increasing reliability over the years and
requiring less maintenance
- A fail-safe cooling system is designed to help protect the engine from
potential damage due to a loss of coolant. If the engine overheats, it will
automatically switch from 8-cylinder operation to alternating 4-cylinder
operation. The vehicle will continue to operate, but with limited engine
power. This system allows the driver to travel a short distance to obtain
service or to reach a service facility if the engine overheats. The distance
that can be traveled depends upon vehicle load, outside temperature and road
conditions
- The 6-quart cast aluminum oil pan's large capacity helps hold oil
temperatures down — important for severe-duty operation
| Specifications |
| Type |
8-Cylinder, 90° V, Single Overhead Cam, 16V |
| Engine Electronics |
EEC-V Electronic Engine Controls with
Integrated EDIS |
| Displacement |
4.6L (281 CID) |
| Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm) |
232 @ 4750 (Expedition)
239 @ 4750 (Explorer 4-Door) |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) |
291 @ 3450 (Expedition)
282 @ 4000 (Explorer 4-Door) |
| Compression Ratio |
9.3:1 (Expedition)
9.4:1 (Explorer 4-Door) |
| Bore and Stroke (in.) |
3.55 x 3.54 |
| Main Bearings |
5 |
| Valve Lifters |
Hydraulic Roller |
| Fuel Delivery |
Sequential Multi-port Electronic Fuel
Injection |
| Fuel |
Regular Unleaded |
(1) Under normal driving conditions with regular fluid and filter
changes.
2003
Explorer 4-Door
The
following information is subject to change without notice. Contact dealer
to verify.
Transmissions
Electronically controlled 5-speed automatic overdrive transmission (5R55E)(1)
This electronically controlled 5-speed automatic overdrive transmission
(5R55E), which contributes to excellent performance, excellent fuel economy and
quiet operation, is available on Explorer 4-Door, Explorer Sport and Explorer
Sport Trac.
Features and benefits:
- Uses "swap-shift" technology
- The second gear's precise gear ratios improve the vehicle's ability to
accelerate, climb hills, tow and operate off-road
- When combined with the 4.0L SOHC V-6, this 5-speed automatic transmission
gives the Explorer a 10,000-lb. GCWR
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Driving with a 5-speed automatic transmission (if equipped) - your
automatic transmission electronically controls the shift feel by using
an adaptive learning strategy. This feature is designed to increase
durability, and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the
vehicle. It is normal for a new transmission to shift firmly. This
operation is considered normal and will not affect function durability
of the transmission. Once the vehicle is at operating temperature it may
take several shifts at the same operating condition for the transmission
to properly adapt. Over time the adaptive learning process will fully
update transmission operation. The more varied the driving habits, speed
and torque, the longer it may take to adapt but the more complete the
process will be.
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the
transmission must learn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, the
transmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal and
will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel.
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5-speed manual overdrive transmission (R1HD)
This 5-speed manual overdrive transmission is standard on Explorer Sport and
Explorer Sport Trac.
- A synchronizer in each gear acts as a clutch, speeding up or slowing down
the selected gear to match the speed of the previous gear for smooth
shifting
- First four gears provide optimum performance
- An overdrive fifth gear reduces engine rpm at highway speeds for improved
fuel economy and quiet highway performance