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Ford Explorers first came off the assembly line on April 12, 1990 and were available in several styles, trim packages and configurations. Questions and topics pertaining to the first generation of Explorers belong here.
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2nd Generation Explorers | 1995-2001

Second gen Explorers had significant exterior and suspension updates as well as overhauled interior appointments. Second gen Ford Explorer topics here!
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3rd Generation Explorers | 2002-2005

Resigned for 2002 with new engine options, third row seating and independent rear suspension on most models. Stability control was new this year.
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2006 brought new up-sized frame design and the beginning of expansive new safety features. Questions about to the fourth generation of Explorers here.
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5th Generation Explorers | 2011 - 2019

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6th Generation Explorers | 2020 - Present

The 6th generation Explorer returns to its roots with standard rear-wheel-drive and a longitudinally-mounted engine, along with a new unibody platform, full redesign, standard safety tech and a hybrid option that make it feel like a fundamentally different vehicle.
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The official Saleen Explorer XP6 & XP8 (1998-2001) discussion forum.
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    I was looking around under the hood and saw this. It's sitting on top of the engine.It looks like a plastic bag full of sawdust. It has been torn open or chewed on. I tried to move it but it will not come out with out removing some of the intake to get to it. Does anyone know what this is and...
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