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...

Other information:

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 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 2020-2025 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - Overview

Overview The power lock/unlock feature locks or unlocks the doors upon request from any of the following inputs: Door Lock Control Switch Keyless entry keypad (if equipped) Passive entry system (if equipped) RKE transmitter (if equipped) The driver door can also be unlocked/ locked manually using the mechanical key in a door lock cylinder...