Ford Explorer Sports Trac: When you buy used, check transmission first - MetroNews Canada
With an eye for flexibility, capability and style, the Ford Explorer Sport Trac hit its second generation for 2007 and was carried on until 2010. The dressed-up four-door pickup was geared towards lifestyle-oriented shoppers, and included... Look for chrome accents, step-boards, navigation, a sunroof, leather seating, reverse park assist, a power rear window, Ford Sync and plenty more. Transmission problems come up first and foremost when checking out reliability of this generation Sport Trac. Signs of trouble on your test-drive include slipping, hesitation or roughness from the gear shifts, especially when switching between reverse and drive. In most cases, the problems are computer-related, not mechanical in nature, and a Ford mechanic can help ensure that’s the case. Drive slowly while turning and listen for any unwelcomed popping, clicking or grinding sounds, which could indicate a problem with the rear differential or wheel bearings. Source: www.metronews.ca
