Hire a machanic......not a job for doit yourselfer......it will just cause you pain trying to do it yourself
Replacing the head gasket on a 1996 Ford Ranger with a 3.0-liter engine typically takes between 8 to 12 hours, depending on the mechanic's experience and the specific conditions of the vehicle. This time frame includes the removal of components, the replacement of the head gasket, and reassembly. Keep in mind that any additional repairs or complications could extend the time required.
The 4.0 liter OHV - V6 engine and the 5.0 liter - V8 engines used in a 1996 Ford Explorer XLT use a timing CHAIN
No , there is a rubber ring that goes around the edge of the thermostat
Every place charges different. Call and ask.
cost to replace a head gasket
you dont fix them you replace them. basically tear appart the top half of the motor pull the heads off and throw away the old one and replace with a metal gasket
5W-30 is the preferred oil in a 1996 Ford Explorer ( 4.0 liter V6 and 5.0 liter V8 )
The 1996 Ford Explorer 4 door had either the 4.0 liter OHV - V6 or the 5.0 liter V8 from the factory
No , the 1996 Ford Explorer ( 4.0 liter V6 engine and the 5.0 liter V8 engine ) has a timing CHAIN
no
Yes , both the 4.0 liter EFI V6 and the 5.0 liter V8 are fuel injected on a 1996 Ford Explorer
It is between the head assembly and the engine block. You have to take off the top part of the engine to get to it. it is really time consuming to replace.