This page lists 40 electrical parts for the 2020 Ford Explorer, across 8 part types, covering all 4 engine options (2.3L L4 Turbocharged, 3.0L V6 Turbocharged, 3.3L V6 and 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS). Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
The electrical system on the 2020 Ford Explorer covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. The largest groups are Circuit Breaker (13 parts), Battery (9 parts) and Battery Cable (6 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 12 parts.
The 2020 Ford Explorer was sold with 4 engines. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
14 brands supply electrical parts for the 2020 Ford Explorer, led by MOTORCRAFT (25 parts), FVP (2 parts) and ACDELCO (2 parts), plus 11 more brands. Quality grades include Remanufactured and New.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2020 Ford Explorer. 6 parts have it, including MOTORCRAFT GL8952 (Alternator / Generator) and DEKA 9A48 (Battery). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Alternator / Generator
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Popular Fits: 3.3L V6, 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | GL8952 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Low Series Cluster210 Amps | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Fits: 3.3L V6, 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | 11829 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY Fits: 3.3L V6, 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | 11829 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| REMY Fits: 3.3L V6 | 23093 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER Fits: 3.3L V6 | 42293 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator.
5 Alternator / Generator parts for the 2020 Ford Explorer come from 5 brands — MOTORCRAFT, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOTORCRAFT GL8952.
The New section lists 1 option from MOTORCRAFT — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. MOTORCRAFT GL8952 is listed in this group.
The Remanufactured section lists 4 options from FVP, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 1 other brand — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. FVP 11829 is listed in this group.
Part numbers include MOTORCRAFT GL8952 and FVP 11829, among others listed above.
Alternator / Generator Pulley
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONTINENTAL Fits: 3.3L V6, 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | 49907 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6, 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | GP776 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the pulleys on the alternator shaft. Typical signs include a growl or chirp that follows engine speed, or a pulley that will not spin freely by hand. Spin each pulley with the belt off. Roughness or play means replace it with the belt.
2 Alternator / Generator Pulley parts are listed for the 2020 Ford Explorer, from CONTINENTAL and MOTORCRAFT.
Part numbers include CONTINENTAL 49907 and MOTORCRAFT GP776.
Battery
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKA Popular Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | 9A48 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | IntimidatorAGM | View on Amazon |
| LUCAS Popular Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | LBAGM004A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | BCI Group: 48AGM | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | 48AGM | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AGMBCI Group: 48 | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | 48AGMHR | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | High ReserveAGM | View on Amazon |
| EXIDE Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | MXH6L348 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Marathon MaxBCI Group 48 (H6) | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | P48AGM | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Platinum AGMBCI Group: 48 | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | BHAGMAUX1A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fleettough/ExtraBCI Group AUX9 | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | BAGM49H8 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Tested Tough AGMBCI Group: 49/H8 or BCI Group 49 | View on Amazon |
| P1MAX Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | PMAGMH648 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | BCI Group 48 AGM760 CCA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery.
9 Battery parts are listed for the 2020 Ford Explorer, from ACDELCO, MOTORCRAFT, DEKA and 4 other brands. DEKA 9A48 carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes DEKA 9A48, LUCAS LBAGM004A and ACDELCO 48AGM and the remaining parts above.
Battery Cable
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | WC97068 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Battery to Starter MotorFrom 5/6/2019 | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | WC97052 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | AWDBattery to Battery | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | WC97053 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 50 State Emission RequirementBattery to Battery | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | WC97057 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | PoliceBattery to Battery | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | WC97142 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Battery to Starter MotorHigh Voltage Battery Charging | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | WC97870 | 🇺🇸 US | RWDBattery to Battery | View on Amazon |
This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early.
6 Battery Cable parts for the 2020 Ford Explorer come from MOTORCRAFT.
Listed part numbers: MOTORCRAFT WC97068, MOTORCRAFT WC97052 and MOTORCRAFT WC97053, plus the other parts above.
Blind Spot Detection Sensor Bracket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | BSSB3 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | LH | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | BSSB17 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Bracket, Right | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brackets that mount the Blind Spot Detection Sensor. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners.
2 Blind Spot Detection Sensor Bracket parts for the 2020 Ford Explorer come from MOTORCRAFT.
Listed part numbers: MOTORCRAFT BSSB3 and MOTORCRAFT BSSB17.
Circuit Breaker
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSSMANN Popular Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | CB191130 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 30 AmpsCB Series | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Popular Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW8303 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 32 Volt25 Amps | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Popular Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | YH2052 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 50 Amps, 6.3mm | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW8887 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fuse, Blade Type, 32 Volt, 25 Amps, White | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW8876 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fuse, 32 Volt, 15 Amps, Blue, 3 Blade Terminal | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW8889 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fuse, 32 Volt, 3 Blade Terminal, 7.5 Amps, Brown | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW9176 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fuse, 32 Volt, Tan, 5 Amp, 3 Blade Terminal | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW8300 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Red32 Volt | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW8298 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Tan32 Volt | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW8301 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 32 VoltBlue | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW8853 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Color: Green100 Amps | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | SW9177 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | High Current Fuse Box (HCFB) | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | YH2051 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 9.5mm, 150 Amps | View on Amazon |
This table covers the resettable circuit breakers in this vehicle's electrical system.
13 Circuit Breaker parts are listed for the 2020 Ford Explorer, from MOTORCRAFT and BUSSMANN. BUSSMANN CB191130 carries the "Popular" badge.
Cruise Control Distance Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | 601733 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | CCD73 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Cruise Control Distance sensors. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors.
2 Cruise Control Distance Sensor parts are listed for the 2020 Ford Explorer, from DORMAN and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
Part numbers include DORMAN 601733 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS CCD73.
Engine Control Module (ECM Computer) Bracket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS | ECMB10 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brackets that mount the Engine Control Module (ECM Computer). Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners.
This group shows a single part: MOTORCRAFT ECMB10.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 2020 Ford Explorer
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Match the engine first. Every electrical part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Circuit Breaker and Battery .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 2020 Ford Explorer?
Our catalog currently lists 40 electrical parts for the 2020 Ford Explorer across 8 subcategories and 14 brands, covering all 4 engine options (2.3L L4 Turbocharged, 3.0L V6 Turbocharged, 3.3L V6 and 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do electrical parts differ between 2020 Ford Explorer engines?
Yes. Every electrical part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 2020 Ford Explorer?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2020 Ford Explorer was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2020 Ford Explorer?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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