Ford Explorer: Unique Driving Characteristics

Engine Block Heater (If Equipped)

WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or serious personal injury. WARNING: Do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pro..

Auto-Start-Stop

The system helps reduce fuel consumption by automatically stopping and restarting the engine when your vehicle has stopped. The engine restarts automatically when you release the brake pedal...

Other information:

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Rear View Mirrors - System Operation and Component Description

System Operation System Diagram - Exterior, Power, Without Memory Item Description 1 Exterior mirror control switch 2 LH front door window control switch 3 LIN 4 MS-CAN 5 DDM 6 PDM 7 LH exterior mirror 8 RH exterior mirror Network Message Chart   Module Network Inp..

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Factory Mode Deactivation

Deactivation NOTE: During vehicle build, some modules, such as the IPC and BCM module are set in factory mode. Factory mode reduces the drain on the battery during longer periods where the vehicle is not used. While in the factory mode, various systems may be altered or disabled and the IPC displays FACTORY MODE CONTACT DEALER in the message center...