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2004 Ford Explorer Tires Sizes, Speed Ratings, and Inflation

Not sure about your Ford Explorer tire size? Use the following chart to find information on tire size, speed rating, and inflation.

Trim Level Tire Size Speed Rating Inflation in PSI F/R
2004 Ford Explorer XLT Sport P245/65R17 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2004 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer P245/65R17 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2004 Ford Explorer NBX P245/65R17 S 30 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2004 Ford Explorer XLS Sport P235/70R16 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2004 Ford Explorer XLS P235/70R16 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2004 Ford Explorer Limited P245/65R17 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2004 Ford Explorer XLT P235/70R16 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE

2004 Ford Explorer XLT Sport

- Size: Shop P245/65R17

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2004 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

- Size: Shop P245/65R17

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2004 Ford Explorer NBX

- Size: Shop P245/65R17

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 30 PSI/35 PSI

2004 Ford Explorer XLS Sport

- Size: Shop P235/70R16

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2004 Ford Explorer XLS

- Size: Shop P235/70R16

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2004 Ford Explorer Limited

- Size: Shop P245/65R17

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2004 Ford Explorer XLT

- Size: Shop P235/70R16

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

* Note: these models have different tire sizes depending on vehicle options.

Recommended Tires for Your 2004 Ford Explorer

What tires are best for a 2004 Ford Explorer? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your Ford Explorer.

Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2
Blizzak DM-V2

  • No warranty
  • Winter
  • Winter
Bridgestone ALENZA AS ULTRA
ALENZA AS ULTRA

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Bridgestone WEATHERPEAK
WEATHERPEAK

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo 3
Dueler A/T Revo 3

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Firestone ALL SEASON
ALL SEASON

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Firestone Destination LE3
Destination LE3

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Firestone Destination A/T
Destination A/T

  • Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Firestone Destination A/T2
Destination A/T2

  • Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Firestone WEATHERGRIP
WEATHERGRIP

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Firestone Winterforce 2 UV
Winterforce 2 UV

  • No warranty
  • Winter
  • Winter
SUREDRIVE HIGHWAY
HIGHWAY

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
SUREDRIVE ALL-TERRAIN
ALL-TERRAIN

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Toyo OPEN COUNTRY A/T III
OPEN COUNTRY A/T III

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Toyo OPEN COUNTRY HTII
OPEN COUNTRY HTII

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires

Get the Right Tires for 2004 Ford Explorer

Buying new tires can be easy and quick, especially when you're equipped with quality information from the tire experts that know! That's why you should head our way when it's time to put new tires on your  2004 Ford Explorer. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for  Ford Explorer tires for winter, spring, summer, and fall. Whether you need a tire that's designed to handle diverse terrain, improve fuel-efficiency, or take tight corners, you'll find the right tires for your vehicle and budget.

View Ford-recommended tires for your 2004 Explorer, plus useful info about Ford Explorer tire size, tire inflation, and speed rating. Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for tires and you'll experience our best service. As one of our tire managers, Ruben, says, “I make sure you know which tire is the best fit for your car, not only for performance but safety.”

Apart from finding the right tire size, you also want to think about a couple of other things when getting new Ford Explorer tires like where and how you drive, and what tire brand you trust most. If you live in Florida, you probably won't need heavy-duty winter tires. Somewhere like Colorado or even Kansas is a different story. You may want to invest in a set of Ford Explorer snow tires for one part of the year, and all-season tires for the rest of the year.

When evaluating your driving conditions, think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience. Drivers in states that fully experience all four seasons often buy two sets of tires: one set for winter, one set for summer. It's a smart way to capitalize on Ford Explorer's performance and safety throughout the year. Other drivers prefer to purchase one all-season set to limit trips to the tire shop and make sure their vehicle is prepared in the rain, sleet, snow, or sun!

Driving style is next on the list to think about when buying tires. Do you enjoy pushing your Ford Explorer to the limits? Hitting the road less traveled? If you're a diehard off-roader, you have very different tire needs than a highway commuter who doesn't leave the paved path. You'll want tires that can stand up to dirt, gravel, stone, sand, and more. A larger tire with stiff sidewalls and a wide tread pattern can help prevent punctures and encourage stability on bumpy roads. But if you're comfortable in the city and suburbs, a Ford Explorer tire that offers low rolling resistance for better fuel efficiency might be exactly what you want. Visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for help selecting the tire that's right for you, or get started by browsing tires that fit your vehicle. You're only a few clicks away from finding the right 2004 Ford Explorer tire for your needs.

Tire Brands for Ford Explorers

Firestone Complete Auto Care has plenty of good Ford Explorer tire brands for you to choose from. Firestone and Bridgestone are two popular brands. Firestone tires for Ford Explorers always deliver! Harvey Firestone founded the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in Akron, Ohio in 1900. He was a boundary-pusher from the beginning. Firestone saw a future in automobile tires, so he started making and testing farm, truck, and passenger tires. The company can be credited for introducing the first all-rubber, non-skid tire in 1908! Firestone Tires has been dedicated to staying one step ahead of the competition since day one, all thanks to Harvey Firestone. Firestone is now one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world with 8,000 different tires for a variety of vehicles — including the 2004 Ford Explorer.

Bridgestone is another smart move for Ford Explorer tires. In 1931, Shojiro Ishibashi founded The Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. in Japan. In 1990, the company merged with The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company. Today, Bridgestone Tires has more than 55,000 employees and 50 production facilities throughout the Americas. The company remains an international leader in tire and rubber technology, delivering outstanding tires, service, and more to drivers worldwide. As Shojiro Ishibashi said, Bridgestone is dedicated worldwide to "serve society with superior quality." That means you can find superior quality Bridgestone tires for a 2004 Ford Explorer and drive with peace of mind.

Ford Explorer Tire Rotation, Repair & More

Firestone Complete Auto Care installs more tires on more cars than most other companies. We're your tire shop and a complete service center for tire installation, maintenance, repair, rotation, and alignment! Shop 2004 Ford Explorer tires online and schedule an installation appointment. Many stores are open on Saturday and Sunday for your convenience.

Questions About 2004 Ford Explorer Tires

Inspecting and caring for your tires is one of the best ways to help them last. Get answers to common Ford Explorer tire questions and learn how to care for new tires.

  • Why check Ford tire inflation? Even a tiny decrease in tire pressure could impact your safety and fuel economy. Maintaining proper tire pressure can help increase fuel economy, improve braking time, and boost tire lifespan.
  • What do the tire sidewall numbers mean for my Ford Explorer? Your tire sidewall numbers tell you the recommended load carrying capacity, speed rating, treadwear, traction, and tire size. Talk to a tire technician to learn how to read Ford tire numbers.
  • Is there an easy way to check Ford tire tread depth? All you need is a penny. Hold the penny so that Abraham Lincoln is facing you, then place your penny into a tread groove upside down. If you can see the top of Abe’s head, your tread is shallow and it might be time for new Ford Explorer tires.