No ,the check engine light indicates a trouble code. Have the truck scanned, it is the fastest way to diagnose the problem.
A 1997 Ford Explorer , 5.0 litre / 302 cubic inch V8 engine has ( 1 ) timing CHAIN
all of them.you will need to have it scaned to tell you which one.
Normally it will last the life of the engine and is replaced when the engine is overhauled.
Yes it should fit.
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.
The Ford 4.0 liter SOHC - V6 engine has ( 3 ) timing CHAINS ( 2 chains at the front of the engine and 1 chain at the back of the engine going to the passenger side cylinder head )
Never, it is designed to last the life of the engine and is normally replaced when the engine is overhauled.
If an Explorer engine oil change soon light stays on, the sensor needs replaced. The sensor may also need reset by holding the button down for five seconds.
I'm not a mechanic / technician but from what I have read there are ( 3 ) different engine blocks for the Ford 4.0 liter Over Head Valve , V6 engine ( 1991 to 1994 Ford Explorer ) ( 1995 and 1996 Ford Explorer ) ( 1997 to 2000 Ford Explorer ) * so I would say the answer is ( no )
When I checked www.motorcraft.com for a remanufactured 4.0 L OHV engine for a 1995 Ford Explorer - they showed that there were 6 applications for the engine : 1995 - 1996 Ford Explorer 1995 - 1996 Ford Ranger pickup 1995 - 1996 Mazda truck - all models
It is an interference engine. Belt should be replaced approx every 100,000 miles.
if you already replaced everything under the hood, u may as well keep going. you have already spent money and should now have as new engine