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Car make Ford
Car model Explorer
Car year 2003
VIN number 1FMZU73K23ZA89311
Short VIN check to junk 1FMZU73K23Z
Level of trim NBX 4.0L 4WD
Fabricated in UNITED STATES
Production sequence number A37198
Body SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Type of engine 4.0L V6 SOHC 12V FFV
Transmission 5-Speed Automatic
Short shifter transmission 5A
Powertrain 4WD
Anti-lock braking 4-Wheel ABS
Fuel consumption-city 15 miles/gallon
Fuel consumption-highway 20 miles/gallon
Steering mechanism R&P
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Transmission-short 5A
Driveline 4WD
Fuel Economy-city 15 miles/gallon
Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Trim Level NBX 4.0L 4WD
Production Seq. Number A37198
Engine Type 4.0L V6 SOHC 12V FFV
Transmission-long 5-Speed Automatic
Tank 22.50 gallon
Fuel Economy-highway 20 miles/gallon
Steering Type R&P