Ford Explorer 2016 LS

[retgeorge]

Has ford-explorer dropped limited slip rear axle on all it 2016 4x4 models? It is offered in Expedition 2016 models.

 

[japes]

No Explorer after 2010 has had a LSD.

 

[1995E]

It has an open diff but it uses brakes to stop the wheel that is spinning freely from moving, transferring power to the other wheel. Working sort of like a limited slip differential. From my experience, it's okay, but it works. Here's a demonstration of it working (Same system on the 2016 as it is in the 2011)

https://youtu.be/iRZAr2viWtU?t=232

 

[retgeorge]

Ford Explorer 2016 4x4

Thanks for the link video, it gives me insight to the system. I have Ford Explorer 2006 with limited slip rear axle advance track and I have got use to it. I Like the 2016 Jeep because it offers limited slip rear axle and has more ground clearance, but it does not come with the same options as Platinum for the price. Also not sure I can get the same deal, because of the AZ pland Through Ford.

 

[Halwg]

Thanks for the link video, it gives me insight to the system. I have Ford Explorer 2006 with limited slip rear axle advance track and I have got use to it. I Like the 2016 Jeep because it offers limited slip rear axle and has more ground clearance, but it does not come with the same options as Platinum for the price. Also not sure I can get the same deal, because of the AZ pland Through Ford.

If you want a true 4X4 don't buy the Explorer. You will be sorely disappointed. It's a girly car that's not meant for off road use. Basically a Ford Taurus with a station wagon body.

 

[dco43054]

If you want a true 4X4 don't buy the Explorer. You will be sorely disappointed. It's a girly car that's not meant for off road use. Basically a Ford Taurus with a station wagon body.

How about - "If you want an off road vehicle, go buy one designed for that use"?

 

[peterk9]

According to some posts in the forum, the 5th gen Explorer can be used for light to moderate off road use. Keep in mind that the ground clearance and the front air deflector would be limiting factors.

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=379958&highlight=road+experience

Peter