Ford Explorer: Pedestrian Protection

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual / Pedestrian Protection

Pedestrian Alert System

WARNING: The system is not designed to detect cyclists, motorcyclists, pedestrians or animals. Always drive with due care and attention. Failure to take care may result in a crash.

Due to the quiet operation of hybrid and electric vehicles at low speeds, the system creates a subtle sound to alert pedestrians.

The system is on when your vehicle is running and not in park (P). Some sound may be audible in the passenger compartment.

Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator

WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of your vehicle (including hood, bumper system, frame, front end body structure, tow hooks and hood pins) may affect the performance of the ..

911 Assist

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment

WARNING: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 in (25 cm) between an occupant's chest and the driver airbag module. To properly position yourself away from the airbag: Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Driver and Passenger Airbags

WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury. WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction. Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers...