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Highlander1732

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2002 Ford Explorer Sport
I am here because I am the owner of a 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. Not a Mountaineer or Sport Trac, just a plain 'ol "Sport. It has two doors versus the 4 doors the regular Explorer. I am sure everyone reading this knows, but apparently, in my search for parts on the interweb, EVERY G*& D@#$ web page defaults to "Sport Trac". Even on this forum where I ended at my wit's end, I do not see a slot for "Sport". I will be so freaking happy to dispose of this red headed ford step child. I inherited the SPORT from the in laws and it has been a reliable transport for my son to and from college, but is time to sell. I am hoping someone, anyone can direct me to a parts site/salvage yard where I may be able to find parts for the SPORT versus Sport Trac/Mountaineer/Explorer. I am specificlly looking for a console lid repair kit or replacement and a driver's seat recline lever. Both appear to be pretty prone to failure, but I do not have the years available to sift through the crap that does not fit this specific apparently one-off ******* child from the Ford clan. Otherwise, I'll just rig something up and dump it to the next guy. By the way, it's been well maintained and is 4 wheel drive. Having said that, good luck to the next poor soul who needs to try and find a part for a "2002 Ford Explorer Sport - Not Sport Trac/Mountaineer/Explorer".
 



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Most appropriate sub forum would likely be 1995-01 (Gen 2). 2002-05 (Gen 3) four-doors have entirely different suspensions and MANY other things. For future reference, 2001-03 two-door Sports have identical front ends from the firewall forward to 2001-05 Sport Tracs. ALL 2001-03 Sports and 2001-05 Sport Tracs were equipped with the 4.0L SOHC engines. Only difference are 2001 model year engines had slight differences known as Job 1 vs. Job 2. Your 2002 Sport has a Job 2 engine with a composite intake and the oil fill on the passenger side. The Gen 2 sub forum is very active with lot's of great people with hands on experience and knowledge. Welcome, and always feel free to ask ANY questions. GL

IF you have the "bag" type console, does the plastic lid bracket OR the lids vinyl cover need repair? Here's a bullet proof metal bracket that replaces the notoriously breaking and stupid expensive Ford part.
https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog...v6,1385355,interior,center+console+base,49784

If the armrest cover needs replacement, here's a DIY matching repair kit art a fraction of the cost of the complete OE lid.
ford explorer console lid repair kit | eBay
 






Forgot to ask. Do you have power seats? Here's two great sources for used OEM parts. Use VIN when possible for accuracy.
Car-Part.com--Used Auto Parts Market
Quality Replacement Parts | Find Used Auto Parts | Online Locator

Also, 2001-03 Sports and 2001-05 Sport Tracs have serious body mount issues. It's the orange colored MCU foam mounts that dry rot over time. If you haven't yet, take a look.
AGCO Automotive Repair Service - Baton Rouge, LA - Detailed Auto Topics - Ford Explorer and Sport Trac Frame/Body Cushions

Body Mount Bushings Kit - Ford Explorer - DST DFM002
 






Thanks for the reply. The truck has a power driver's seat and manual passenger seat. The lever for the manual recline function on the driver's side has broken and I have seen replacements online for other models, but none specific to whichever interior Ford used on the 2002 Sport. I'm still a little confused. If I am searching for interior parts for the 2002 Sport model, which other Ford model could I search for that shares from the firewall back?

Regarding the console, it's not the bag type. It's hinged at the rear and there seem to be quite a lot of options, but nothing so far lists a 2002 Sport. Again, if that interior overlaps by model year with another Ford, I am interested in hearing. I can rig something up I'm sure, but would hate to spend on a kit that does not quite fit.
 






Here's the site I use to get complete OE part numbers. If the price is blank the part is discontinued. Easiest way to search is copy the Ford part number and Google search. Regarding year and model compatibility and cross referencing, see if the part numbers match. May be the hard way, but it's almost always accurate. Again, use your VIN whenever possible.

Front Seat Components for 2002 Ford Explorer | Auto Nation Ford White Bear Lake

Here's a parts cross reference site that "usually" works. LOL
Auto parts & Auto Accessories Professional trade marketplace for Auto KakaPart.com
 






Correct forum for an '02 Sport is the 2nd Gen section, 95-01.
 






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