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1997 Ford Explorer Trim not encoded · 2 possible

1FMCU24E0VUA29738
4.0L V6 SOHC 16V
Engine
4WD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
United States
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Ford Explorer

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1FM Ford · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor CU24E Explorer
VIS · Vehicle ID 0VUA29738 1997 · Serial A29738

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
Body StyleSPORT UTILITY 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerFord
CountryUnited States

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V6 SOHC 16V
Drive Type4WD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Serial NumberA29738

Possible Trims for This VIN

This VIN's pattern doesn't narrow down the trim level. It could be any of the following — the differences below are the only ones we can tell from the VIN.

  • Sport 4WD
    MSRP $23,095 · Dealer Invoice $20,934 · Power Door Locks Standard, +5 more
    View this trim →
  • XL 2-Door 4WD
    MSRP $22,050 · Curb Weight-automatic 3931 · Dealer Invoice $20,015, +6 more
    View this trim →

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Ford
Model Explorer
Trim Level Sport 4WD or XL 2-Door 4WD

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 160 @ 4200
Fuel System SPFI
Displacement 4.0L/245
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 225 @ 2800
Engine Type 4.0L V6 SOHC 16V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline 4WD
4WD/AWD Standard

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length 178.60
Overall Width 70.20
Overall Height 66.80
Wheelbase 101.70
Cargo Length 29.20
Width at Wheelwell 41.90
Width at Wall 46.90
Standard Seating 4
Standard Towing 1900
Maximum Towing 4800
Standard Payload 750
Maximum Payload 750
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) 178.6
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.2
Wheelbase (in) 101.7
Height, Overall (in) 67.8
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1808
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 2131

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard or Optional
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard or Optional
Cassette Player Optional
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Standard or Optional
Power Windows Standard or Optional

Fuel & Economy

Tank 17.50
Fuel Economy-city 14 - 16
Fuel Economy-highway 19 - 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 16

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Live
Front Spring Type Torsion Bar
Rear Spring Type Leaf
Tilt Steering Standard or Optional

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 2-DR
Turning Diameter 34.60
Tires 225/70R15
Front Headroom 39.80
Rear Headroom 39.10
Front Legroom 42.40
Rear Legroom 36.50
Front Shoulder Room 55.70
Rear Shoulder Room 57.90
Front Hip Room 52.40
Rear Hip Room 43.60
Ground Clearance 6.70
Track Front 58.80
Track Rear 58.60
Cargo Volume 32.60
Standard GVWR 4900
Maximum GVWR 5040
MSRP $23,095 or $22,050
Dealer Invoice $20,934 or $20,015
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard or Optional
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 6,000
Body Code 102" WB
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 6.7
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 6.7
Front Tire Size P225/70R15
Rear Tire Size P225/70R15

Pattern Information

Pattern1FMCU24E V
WMI 1FM (United States, North America)