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I have the adjustable pedals?
Anyone else have this problem?
Thanks.
BTW, I never have any cold start problem with the two vehicles.
I would like to know the reason too.
I'm at 13,000 miles on my 2002 XLT and I've noticed a rattle under the dash during freeway driving. I've also heard a rattle from the roof toward the back of the truck. I'd like to appear like I know what I'm talking about before I take it in to have it looked at and I remember it being discussed on this board a few months ago.
I've also pretty much worn a hole thru my floor mat at 13,000 miles.
Other than that. I love it.
mountainowner: I, too, bought the Catch-All Mats. You're right, they're terrific!
If you plan on regularly employing the third row seat you'll definately want the auxillary A/C.
Good luck.
Thanks for the advice. Any advice or experience/knowledge on the side airbag & children question? If my children will be occupying the 2nd and 3rd row seats, are the side airbags a bad idea and really not recommend.
If by side air bags you mean the side head curtain airbags than by all means order them. I've got them on my '02 Mountaineer as well as my 3 series BMW. I will never own a car again without them. Don't worry about the kids. They do not deploy out as far as a front driver or passenger air bag. The purpose of the side head curtain is twofold. Primary reason is to prevent head injury from a persons head hitting the side of the vehicle "B" pillar or door frame in a roll over or severe side impact. Secondarily they help prevent intrusion into the passenger compartment in a severe side impact. Think of it this way, is your brain and the brains of your family worth $400.00?
I also agree with mwmcdonald1 in that kids will be sitting lower in the seat and if they are in a car seat or booster seat may not be affected at all with the side head curtain airbags.
Good luck and let us know what you decide.
I think having the side curtain airbags are going to be of some benefit, even to the kids. When deployed they are supposed to cover something like 70% of the side glass. Depending on the accident this may be of no help or it could reduce the potential for injury by some degree. I don't think the side airbags will increase the risk of injury to the kids, so to me it's worth the money.
The appearance has not changed.
I had one built new to avoid the pre Nov lot.
It was recently chrash tested the post Nov model and faired well in the tests.
Can anyone provide me with information on this subject. My yound children will be sitting in the second and thrid row seats. One will be in a car seat and two will not. They are all under 10 years old. Are the optional side curtain airbags safe for children? Lastly can anyone tell me if full LATCH is implemented for both the second and 3rd row seats?
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Regarding the 2002 Mountaineer's AWD system, I did a lot of web reading on both vehicles (Ford and Mercury) before I decided on the 2002, 4WD, V8 Explorer XLT, and here's what I repeatedly read: The AWD of the Mountaineer is not regarded as being rugged, robust, truck-like, or suitable for more serious off-roading, pulling, etc. Rather, the Mountaineer's AWD system was evaluated as being designed to handle nothing more demanding than snowy suburban streets, or well-graded gravel roads "on the way to the mailbox". I repeatedly read that this AWD system is not designed to real "truck-like" standards; that it is more intended for use strictly as a "suburban shuttle", and that if one needs a more rugged SUV (more pulling power, etc.), then the more truck-like 4WD design of the Explorer may be a better choice than the AWD Mountaineer.
Controltrac- I don't know. They rarely publish this info.
Were the Explorer modifications of Nov 01 incorporated into the Sport Trac also?
What is the disadvantage of the pre Nov. builds? Anything significant?
You might try the Sport Trac forum to see what's new for '02.
http://www.autoinsurancetips.com/vin.htm
Hope it helps.
A Light off-road event in Southern New Jersey! Come enjoy the trails!
-mike
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and a slightly different version of the story:
NHTSA denies request for investigation into Explorer
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The V6 block that's used was designed as an OHV engine and adapted to be an OHC one. That means more complexity and compromises from an optimal design. The problems seem to be in the past, but I wouldn't take a chance.
The V8 has been around for approx 10 years and is proven. It has an all-new block in the Explorer application (it's aluminum versus iron) but I've not heard of any problems so far.
The V8 will also do the job better and more quietly, with only a small sacrifice in mileage.
Excessive heat is what you're trying to avoid here. So, unless you find that it's bouncing back and forth between fourth and OD, leave it in "D" and take advantage of the fuel economy that the OD gives you.
The quality is junk, junk and quality and responsiveness forget it.
The transmission has been taken apart at least three times and now they were going to replace it but there is not one in the US? The new suspension has been worked four times for repeated noise and incorrect assembly. The moon roof was also not installed correctly, some of the leather was looking like my 84 SVO seats. If you go to the following site you will find that the transmission has problems and Ford is not saying a word. http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/Index.cfm
I want all of my money back and I do not want another Ford and lies about service, quality and the customer come first. Oh the new all wheel drive Jag has the same transmission so Ford truck has the same transmission in six cylinder, V8 and Jag cars use the same transmission and all are having problems.
The head mechanic as was frustrated because Ford headquarters does not listen when issues are sent to them. Hum! Enron Do not waste your money on this product.
I am working with the east coast rep. And the distributorship and will let you know how they treat me.
Currently they have said they would call me back several times since last Friday and I have received 0 calls back. Customer Service is not like I get from Cadillac.
Spin Around Town: 2002 Mercury Mountaineer
Mercury's Mountaineer proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that badge engineering is alive and well in today's auto industry. Want a Ford Explorer but prefer a more elegant look and fake satin aluminum cabin trim? This is your ride.
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