Ford Explorer: Child Safety / Installing Child Restraints

General Information

See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their..

Child Seats

Use a child restraint (sometimes called an infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler seat) for Infants, toddlers and children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally four-years-old or youn..

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Rear Scuff Plate Trim Panel

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Interior Trim Remover Removal NOTE: LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar. Release the clips and remove the rear scuff plate trim panel. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover Vehicles with police package Remove the rear scuff plate trim panel...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Transmission Park by Wire Manual Release

Activation NOTE: If the vehicle has a discharged battery, an external power source is required. Apply the parking brake. Open the console door Remove the console mat. NOTE: Use a screwdriver no longer than 120 mm (4...