Ford Explorer: Drive Mode Control / Selecting a Drive Mode

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Owners Manual / Drive Mode Control / Selecting a Drive Mode

Note: Drive mode changes may not be available when the ignition is off or when the engine is not running.

Note: Button icons shown may vary from your vehicle.

Rotate the drive mode dial on the center console to select or change a drive mode.

To select drive modes for RWD vehicles use the console mounted control.

About Drive Mode Control

The system delivers a driving experience through a suite of sophisticated electronic vehicle systems. These systems optimize steering, handling and powertrain response...

Drive Modes

Deep Snow/Sand (If Equipped) For deep snow or soft dry sand. Eco For efficient and responsible driving. This mode helps deliver maximum fuel efficiency and increases driving range...

Other information:

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual: General Procedures - Seatbelt Twisted at the Seatbelt Guide

Adjustment NOTE: Typical D-ring shown, others similar. If required, remove the necessary trim panel(s). Fold the seatbelt as indicated. Feed the folded portion of the seatbelt into the D-ring. Pull the seatbelt through the D-ring to remove the twist in the seatbelt...

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Owners Manual: Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap

Press the button to cycle through the four gap settings. The selected gap appears in the information display as shown by the bars in the image. Note: The gap setting is time dependent and therefore the distance adjusts with your vehicle speed...