2011 Ford Explorer 3.
5L Ti-VCT Engine
Key features
Acoustic appearance cover for reduced NVH Tuned composite upper and lower intake manifold to increase efficiency and reduce vehicle weight
Twin independent variable camshaft timing (ti-vct) for improved fuel economy
Direct-acting mechanical bucket (damb) valvetrain for durability
Silent chain cam drive for outstanding durability and nvh control
Polished buckets to reduce friction and improve fuel economy
Lightweight high-strength piston with low-friction skirt coating to reduce friction
Composite cam covers for reduced weight
Piston-cooling jets for durability High-strength forged powder metal rod with floating pin for durability
Lightweight die-cast cylinder block with bay-to-bay breathing for durability
Fully counterweighted forged steel crankshaft for durability
Integrated close-coupled catalyst for fast light-off and lowered emissions
Die-cast aluminum deep sump oil pan for 10,000-mile oil change intervals for reduced cost of ownership
Six-bolt press-fit main bearing caps for outstanding durability and nvh
2/2011
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2011 Ford Explorer 2.0L Ti-VCT EcoBoost Engine
Key features
High-energy coils with integrated drivers for increased efficiency Direct-acting mechanical bucket (damb) valvetrain for durability Polished buckets to reduce friction and improve fuel economy Twin independent variable camshaft timing (ti-vct) for improved fuel economy High-temperature sodium-filled exhaust valves for durability Silent chain cam drive for durability and nvh control Fabricated stainless steel turbo assembly with stainless steel cast inner scroll for reduced weight Integrated compressor bypass valve on turbo assembly for durability Single turbocharger with oil lubrication and water cooling for durability Fully counterweighted crankshaft for durability Die-cast aluminum deep sump oil pan for 10,000 mile oil change intervals for reduced cost of ownership Direct injection fuel system with highpressure fuel pump for improved fuel economy Composite cam cover for reduced weight Composite intake manifold for reduced weight Ports provide optimal charge motion for increased efficiency High-pressure fuel injectors with isolators for improved nvh control Lightweight high-strength piston with lowfriction skirt coating for reduced friction High-strength forged powder metal rod with floating pin for durability Cast inter-bore cooling in the cylinder block for durability Durable sand-cast aluminum cylinder block for weight savings Piston-cooling jets for durability Press-fit structural main bearing cap ladder for durability and nvh control Balance shaft assembly for improved nvh control
Note: This engine will be late availability
2/2011 for more information, go to WWW.media.ford.com