2021 Ford Explorer Drivetrain Parts

This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

2 Axle Shaft Seal parts for the 2021 Ford Explorer come from TIMKEN. Every part fits all 4 engine options (2.3L L4 Turbocharged, 3.0L V6 Turbocharged, 3.3L V6 and 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS).

This group includes TIMKEN SL260521 and TIMKEN SL260522.

This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes. Read more

15 CV Axle parts for the 2021 Ford Explorer come from 3 brands — TRAKMOTIVE, GSP and MOTORCRAFT. The "Popular" part is GSP NCV11219. 9 parts fit every engine; the other 6 are engine-specific.

This table covers the seals at the differential pinion yoke. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

3 Differential Pinion Seal parts for the 2021 Ford Explorer come from 2 brands — TIMKEN and SKF. 1 part fits every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

Part numbers include SKF 12535A, TIMKEN SL260570 and TIMKEN SL260571.

This table covers the Drive Shaft Center Support bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

6 Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing parts are listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer, from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, WESTAR, ANCHOR and 1 other brand. ANCHOR 6147 carries the "Popular" badge. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.

In the Economy grade, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and WESTAR supply 4 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A60147.

The Standard Replacement section lists 2 options from ANCHOR and PIONEER — built to original-equipment specification. ANCHOR 6147 is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: ANCHOR 6147, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A60147 and DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A60166, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle. Read more

5 Gear Oil parts for the 2021 Ford Explorer come from 2 brands — VALVOLINE and MOBIL. The "Popular" part is VALVOLINE VV982. 1 part fits every engine; the other 4 are engine-specific.

Part numbers include VALVOLINE VV982, MOBIL 102490 and VALVOLINE 889787, among others listed above.

This table covers the fluids specified for the transfer case. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable. Read more

12 Transfer Case Fluid parts for the 2021 Ford Explorer come from 5 brands — VALVOLINE, PENTOSIN, LUCAS OIL and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 109243. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 9 are engine-specific.

In the ATF 64 grade, PENTOSIN supplies 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "ATF 64" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PENTOSIN 1058113.

The Dexron section lists 3 options from VALVOLINE and ACDELCO — grouped under the catalog's "Dexron" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. ACDELCO 109243 is listed in this group.

The Multi-Vehicle section lists 6 options from VALVOLINE, LUCAS OIL and MOBIL — grouped under the catalog's "Multi-Vehicle" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL 126505 is listed in this group.

1 further part sits outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers the Transfer Case motors. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer — MOTORCRAFT MM1424.

This table covers the U-joints in the driveshaft. Read more

5 Universal Joint parts for the 2021 Ford Explorer come from 3 brands — ACDELCO, GMB and FVP. The "Popular" part is GMB 2180153. Every part fits all 4 engine options (2.3L L4 Turbocharged, 3.0L V6 Turbocharged, 3.3L V6 and 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS).

In the Heavy Duty grade, ACDELCO supplies 2 parts: rated for severe service. A representative part number is ACDELCO 45U0111.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from GMB, ACDELCO and FVP. A representative part number is GMB 2180153.

This group includes GMB 2180153, ACDELCO 45U0111 and ACDELCO 19473225 and the remaining parts above.