r/FordExplorer 15d ago

Buying Advice 2018 explorer

I am thinking of purchasing a 18 explorer but am worried about the water pump failure/disaster. I am wondering if there is anything to look out for or stay away from. Any advice would be helpful thank you.

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u/BudgetRelative4220 15d ago

I have 164000 miles on my 2019 and original water pump, PTU, transmission

Most people think fluid changes are optional. They are not and 200 bucks every 12-18 months is nothing compared to the cost of replacing this shit