Newbie from France

[F1JQM]

Hi everyone.

I've just bought yesterday a '91 red Eddie Bauer, and re-imported it from Switzerland to France. 253.000 kilometers and so, few rust, but runs quite nicely.

I've got few questions, about this vehicle:
Has that 4.0 V6 a timing belt or a timing chain? what about services on the timing? I don't own a service manual in French, just in German (and I don't speak German) Could someone give me a www link where I can find a french ou english .pdf book, please?

Do you know serious internet sites where I could order spare parts for this SUV cheaper than Ford-France sells them (should be easy: )

Do you know where I can find all datas about repairing and maintenance, included all spareparts references (except of course the local Ford dealer)

Thanks for your replies

 

[Bwana Bob]

Welcome!

Welcome to the Explorer Forum. This is the best place to get information about modifications and repairs. It is also a great place to chat about our favorite vehicle.

The '91 engine is an overhead valve (OHV) and it uses a timing chain. It does not need adjustment unless it actually fails.

I use the Haynes repair manual which is printed in English and may also be available in French.

For parts, try http://fordpartsnetwork.com. I do not know if they ship to France.


Bob

 

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Haynes manual on Amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos...22992/sr=2-1/ref=sr_2_9_1/202-1544239-4425464

Do you get many Explorers in France ? I'm due to drive down to the South in January and wonder if I'll see many on the way

 

[F1JQM]

Do you get many Explorers in France ? I'm due to drive down to the South in January and wonder if I'll see many on the way [/QUOTE]

I've already seen some, but they are not very common. You may find more Toyota and LandRover products!

I've just seen one this afternoon (new body, should be a 2002, registered in Germany) hauling a big 5.60 m caravan around Colmar (near french/german border)

F1JQM '91 4.0 155hp US version

 

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