2025 Ford Explorer Cooling System Parts

This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator. Read more

7 Coolant / Antifreeze parts are listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer, from PRESTONE, VALVOLINE and MOTORCRAFT. PRESTONE AF2100 carries the "Popular" badge. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

The Compatible With All Colors section lists 1 option from PRESTONE — grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. PRESTONE AF3055 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, PRESTONE and VALVOLINE supply 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3100.

The Heavy Duty section lists 1 option from PRESTONE — rated for severe service. PRESTONE AFC12100 is listed in this group.

The Premium section lists 2 options from PRESTONE — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. PRESTONE AF2100 is listed in this group.

The Standard Replacement section lists 1 option from MOTORCRAFT — built to original-equipment specification. MOTORCRAFT VC13G is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: PRESTONE AF2100, PRESTONE AF3055 and PRESTONE AF3100, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

6 Coolant Hose / Pipe parts are listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer, from MOTORCRAFT and GATES.

This group includes GATES 52608, MOTORCRAFT KM7758 and MOTORCRAFT KM7760 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose / Pipe. 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

This group shows a single part: MOTORCRAFT RG630.

This table covers the caps on the overflow / expansion tank. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

3 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from 3 brands — CALORSTAT, GATES and MOTORAD. 1 part fits every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

This group includes CALORSTAT RC0150, GATES 31549 and MOTORAD T57.

This table covers the Coolant Reservoir retainers and clips. Read more

One part is listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer — DORMAN 963249D.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Reservoir. 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

One part is listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer — MOTORCRAFT RTS1073.

This table covers the intercoolers that cool turbo or supercharger charge air. Read more

3 Intercooler parts are listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer, from GPD, MOTORCRAFT and TYC.

Part numbers include GPD 2711564, MOTORCRAFT INTCO33 and TYC 18141.

This table covers the radiators that dump engine heat to airflow through the core. Typical signs include overheating in traffic, a wet core, or coolant that disappears with no puddle. Replace the cap if it cannot hold the rated pressure, and bleed the system after the swap. Read more

6 Radiator parts are listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer, from MOTORCRAFT, SPECTRA PREMIUM, CSF and 1 other brand. CSF 3940 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: CSF 3940, TYC 13875 and MOTORCRAFT RAD323, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the caps that hold system pressure at the radiator or reservoir neck. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

One part is listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer — MOTORCRAFT RS531.

This table covers the fan assemblies (and clutches, where listed) that pull air through the radiator. Read more

5 Radiator Fan Assembly parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from 4 brands — MOTORCRAFT, AGILITY, TYC and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MOTORCRAFT RF869.

Part numbers include MOTORCRAFT RF869, AGILITY 6010494 and MOTORCRAFT RF862, among others listed above.

This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

7 Radiator Hose parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from MOTORCRAFT.

This group includes MOTORCRAFT KM6654, MOTORCRAFT KM7819 and MOTORCRAFT KM7882 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Shroud Trim retainers and clips. Read more

One part is listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer — DORMAN 963249D.

This table covers the senders that report coolant temperature to the gauge or ECU. Typical signs include a gauge that sits on empty or overheat, or a lamp that does not match what the engine is doing. Rule out the cluster and the wiring before replacing the sender. Read more

8 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts are listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer, from MOTORCRAFT, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, GPD and 2 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX316 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from GPD. A representative part number is GPD 1814536.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from MOTORCRAFT, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX316 is listed in this group.

2 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TX316, GPD 1814536 and MOTORCRAFT DY1704 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the thermostats that open the coolant circuit at the specified temperature. Typical signs include slow warm-up, a gauge that climbs in traffic, or heat that never quite arrives. Replace the housing gasket with the thermostat and bleed the system so a trapped air pocket does not cook the new part. Read more

6 Thermostat parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from 3 brands — MOTORCRAFT, MOTORAD and CALORSTAT.

This group includes CALORSTAT TH210882J, MOTORAD 1270198 and MOTORAD 655180 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the seals at the thermostat housing and water outlet. 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

7 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts are listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer, from MOTORCRAFT, CALORSTAT, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand. MOTORCRAFT RG571 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: MOTORCRAFT RG571, CALORSTAT J119 and FEL-PRO 35991, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the housings and outlets the thermostat sits in. Read more

6 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from 3 brands — MOTORCRAFT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 9021121, DORMAN 9021089 and MOTORAD CH1052, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off. Read more

6 Water Pump parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from 3 brands — FVP, GMB and MOTORCRAFT.

Part numbers include FVP 1256170 and FVP 1253500, among others listed above.