The 98 explorer has three timing chains. The front two can be replaced by removing the fan, fan shroud, serpentine belt and water pump. The rear chain can not be replaced unless the engine is pulled from the explorer to gain access.
You do not have to change the timing chain. It is designed to last the life of the engine.
I believe the Explorer does NOT use a timing belt, but rather a timing chain
Actually , it has a timing CHAIN
The explorer has a timing chain, not a belt.
timing CHAIN
Never as it does not have a timing belt, it has a chain.Never as it does not have a timing belt, it has a chain.
It has a timing chain.
timing chain
The Ford Explorer engines use a timing CHAIN
Timing CHAIN on the 4.0 liter V6 in a 1993 Ford Explorer
The 1999 Ford Explorer has a cam chain not a belt. No maintenance is required.
Timing chain.