Ford Explorer: Supplementary Restraints System

Personal Safety System™

This system provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries...

Principle of Operation

WARNING: Airbags do not inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is the greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module...

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Identification Codes

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) VIN Locator The VIN is a 17-digit combination of letters and numbers. The VIN is stamped on a metal tab riveted to the instrument panel, top upper left of the dash. The VIN is also found on the VC label. If the VIN plate requires replacement, authorized dealers must contact their respective regional office...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Ring Gear Backlash Adjustment

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 205-220Installer, Differential ShimTKIT-1985-FH Dial Indicator Copper Hammer Adjustment Remove the differential housing cover. Refer to: Differential Housing Cover (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, Removal and Installation)...