Introduction -> Replacement Parts Recommendation for Your Ford Explorer SUV Sixth Generation (2012-2020)

Introduction  
For assistance call 1-800-727-7000, or for  
Warranty on Replacement Parts  
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement  
parts are the only replacement parts that  
benefit from a Ford Warranty.  
more information about Ford Credit and  
access to the online Account Manager tool,  
The Ford Warranty may not cover damage  
caused to your vehicle as a result of failed  
non-Ford parts.  
REPLACEMENT PARTS  
RECOMMENDATION  
For additional information, refer to the  
We have built your vehicle to the highest  
standards using quality parts. We  
recommend that you demand the use of  
genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts  
whenever your vehicle requires scheduled  
maintenance or repair. You can clearly  
identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts  
by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or  
Motorcraft branding on the parts or their  
packaging.  
terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.  
SPECIAL NOTICES  
New Vehicle Limited Warranty  
For a detailed description of what is  
covered by your New Vehicle Limited  
Warranty, see your warranty guide that is  
available online. For more information,  
refer to our website and download your  
copy of the warranty guide.  
Scheduled Maintenance and  
Mechanical Repairs  
One of the best ways for you to make sure  
that your vehicle provides years of service  
is to have it maintained in line with our  
recommendations using parts that  
conform to the specifications detailed in  
this Owners Manual.  
Special Instructions  
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted  
with sophisticated electronic controls.  
WARNING: You risk death or  
serious injury to yourself and others if you  
do not follow the instruction highlighted  
by the warning symbol. Failure to follow  
the specific warnings and instructions  
could result in personal injury.  
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet  
or exceed these specifications.  
Collision Repairs  
We hope that you never experience a  
collision, but accidents happen sometimes.  
WARNING: NEVER use a rearward  
facing child restraint on a seat protected  
by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it,  
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD  
can occur.  
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts  
meet our stringent requirements for fit,  
finish, structural integrity, corrosion  
protection and dent resistance. During  
vehicle development we validate that  
these parts deliver the intended level of  
protection as a whole system. A great way  
to know for sure you are getting this level  
of protection is to use genuine Ford  
replacement collision parts.  
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Introduction  
On Board Diagnostics Data Link  
Connector  
Using Your Vehicle With a  
Snowplow  
Do not use this vehicle for  
snowplowing.  
WARNING: Do not connect  
wireless plug-in devices to the data link  
connector. Unauthorized third parties  
could gain access to vehicle data and  
impair the performance of safety related  
systems. Only allow repair facilities that  
follow our service and repair instructions  
to connect their equipment to the data  
link connector.  
Your vehicle does not have a snowplowing  
package.  
Using Your Vehicle as an  
Ambulance  
Do not use this vehicle as an  
ambulance.  
Your vehicle does not have the Ambulance  
Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link  
Connector (DLC) that is used in  
Preparation Package.  
conjunction with a diagnostic scan tool for  
vehicle diagnostics, repairs and  
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS  
EQUIPMENT  
reprogramming services. Installing an  
aftermarket device that uses the DLC  
during normal driving for purposes such as  
remote insurance company monitoring,  
transmission of vehicle data to other  
devices or entities, or altering the  
WARNING: Driving while  
distracted can result in loss of vehicle  
control, crash and injury. We strongly  
recommend that you use extreme  
caution when using any device that may  
take your focus off the road. Your  
primary responsibility is the safe  
operation of your vehicle. We  
performance of the vehicle, may cause  
interference with or even damage to  
vehicle systems. We do not recommend  
or endorse the use of unapproved  
aftermarket plug-in devices. The vehicle  
Warranty will not cover damage caused  
by an aftermarket plug-in device.  
recommend against the use of any  
hand-held device while driving and  
encourage the use of voice-operated  
systems when possible. Make sure you  
are aware of all applicable local laws  
that may affect the use of electronic  
devices while driving.  
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks  
and Utility Type Vehicles  
WARNING: Utility vehicles have a  
significantly higher rollover rate than  
other types of vehicles.  
Using mobile communications equipment  
is becoming increasingly important in the  
conduct of business and personal affairs.  
However, you must not compromise your  
own or otherssafety when using such  
equipment. Mobile communications can  
enhance personal safety and security when  
appropriately used, particularly in  
Before you drive your vehicle, please read  
this Owners Guide carefully. Your vehicle  
is not a passenger car. As with other  
vehicles of this type, failure to operate this  
vehicle correctly may result in loss of  
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal  
injury or death.  
emergency situations. Safety must be  
paramount when using mobile  
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