* FTP-75 (Federal Test Procedure - 75): This was a standardized test cycle used in the US for many years. It's a relatively complex sequence of speeds and accelerations, lasting about 13.0 minutes and designed to simulate typical urban driving. However, it's unlikely your 1996 Explorer would undergo a test using precisely this cycle today, as newer standards exist.
* SC03: This is a supplemental cycle used in conjunction with the FTP-75 and is designed to test emissions at higher speeds and for longer periods, simulating highway driving.
* Other state-specific cycles: Individual states might have had their own variations of driving cycles for emissions testing. This would have been especially true in the 1990s.
Why you won't find a simple answer:
* No OBD-II in 1996 (initially): The 1996 Ford Explorer likely *didn't* initially have an On-Board Diagnostics II (OBD-II) system. OBD-II is crucial for modern drive cycles as it allows computers to monitor and record the vehicle's performance during the test. If the vehicle was later modified to include OBD-II, then newer drive cycles might be applicable.
* Variability in testing procedures: Emissions testing procedures varied over time and across geographic locations.
What you might need:
If you need a drive cycle for a specific purpose (like diagnosing a problem or preparing for an emissions test), you need to specify:
* The purpose of the drive cycle: Are you trying to trigger a diagnostic trouble code (DTC)? Are you preparing for an emissions test in a particular location?
* The specific emissions testing equipment used (if applicable): The equipment dictates the drive cycle.
* Whether your vehicle has OBD-II: This is crucial in determining applicable drive cycles.
In short, there's no single "drive cycle" for a 1996 Ford Explorer. You need to clarify your goal to receive a relevant answer.
