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What's New for 1991
New model introduced to replace aging Bronco II. The Explorer is one of the bigger compact sport utilities and comes in two- or four-door models. A 4.0-liter V6 engine powers two- and four-wheel-drive models. Part-time four-wheel drive can be engaged with the push of a button. Read More
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Pressure Regulator, the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor and the Intake Manifold Gaskets. Failure of the Fuel Pressure Regulator may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the Fuel Pressure Regulator is estimated at $75.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor.The cost to clean the MAF Sensor is estimated at $32.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Intake Manifold Gaskets is estimated at $50.00 for parts and $240.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the 4WD Shift Motor. The cost to repair the 4WD Shift Motor is estimated at $250.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Radius Arm Bushings. The cost to repair the Radius Arm Bushings is estimated at $100.00 for parts and $130.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Brake
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Rear Anti-Lock Brake (RABS) Proportioning Valve. The cost to repair the RABS Proportioning Valve is estimated at $230.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Heating & Air Conditioning
This vehicle was originally charged with R-12 refrigerant which is no longer being manufactured. The refrigerant is still available, but it is very expensive ($25.00-$50.00 per pound, 2-5 pounds per vehicle). Conversion to the new R-134A refrigerant is possible, at an average cost of about $200.00-$300.00 parts and labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Starting & Charging
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Crankshaft Position Sensor Wire. The cost to repair the Crankshaft Position Sensor Wire is estimated at $65.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Accessories
A common problem on this vehicle is failure of the Positive Battery Cable, and an occasional problem is failure of the Fuel Gauge. Failure of the Positive Battery Cable may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the Positive Battery Cable is estimated at $45.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor.The cost to repair the Fuel Gauge is estimated at $145.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Overall
3 out of 5
Reliability ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overview below.
