42 Ignition parts are listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer, in 8 part types, covering all 3 engine options (2.3L L4 Turbocharged, 3.0L V6 Turbocharged and 3.3L V6). Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 2025 Ford Explorer, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. Most of the listed parts are Camshaft Position Sensor (10 parts), Crankshaft Position Sensor (9 parts) and Ignition Coil (9 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 14 parts.
The 2025 Ford Explorer was sold with 3 engines. 1 part fits every engine; the other 41 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
14 brands supply ignition parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer, led by MOTORCRAFT (10 parts), WELLS (6 parts) and HOLSTEIN (4 parts), plus 11 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Economy and Iridium.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2025 Ford Explorer. 7 parts have it, including MOTORCRAFT DU102 (Camshaft Position Sensor) and MOTORCRAFT DY1502 (Crankshaft Position Sensor). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Camshaft Position Sensor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOLSTEIN Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 2CAM0391 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | DU102 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | PC915 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| DENSO Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 1966008 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Engine Camshaft Position Sensor | View on Amazon |
| WALKER PRODUCTS Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 2351656 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Sensor Only | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 5S13214 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | DU114 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | From 5/13/2024 | View on Amazon |
| WALKER PRODUCTS Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | 2352283 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Sensor Only | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | 5S16940 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Mounting Bracket Included: No | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | 5S17914 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the sensors that report camshaft position to the ECU. Typical signs include a stall, a no-start, or a code for cam or crank correlation. Check the connector and the reluctor gap before replacing the sensor.
10 Camshaft Position Sensor parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from 6 brands — WELLS, MOTORCRAFT, WALKER PRODUCTS and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOTORCRAFT DU102.
The Economy section lists 1 option from HOLSTEIN — the catalog's value-priced group. HOLSTEIN 2CAM0391 is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, MOTORCRAFT, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DENSO and 2 other brands supply 5 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is MOTORCRAFT DU102.
4 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.
Crankshaft Position Sensor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOLSTEIN Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | 2CRK0376 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| HOLSTEIN Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 2CRK0551 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | DY1502 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| DELPHI Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | SS12209 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| DELPHI Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | SS12345 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | DY1687 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| WALKER PRODUCTS Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 2352072 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Sensor Only | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | 5S13480 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 5S15183 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the sensors that report crankshaft position and engine speed. Typical signs include a stall, a no-start, or a code for cam or crank correlation. Check the connector and the reluctor gap before replacing the sensor.
9 Crankshaft Position Sensor parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from 5 brands — HOLSTEIN, MOTORCRAFT, DELPHI and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOTORCRAFT DY1502.
The Economy section: 2 options from HOLSTEIN. HOLSTEIN 2CRK0376 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from MOTORCRAFT, DELPHI, WELLS and 1 other brand. A representative part number is MOTORCRAFT DY1502.
Part numbers include MOTORCRAFT DY1502, HOLSTEIN 2CRK0376 and HOLSTEIN 2CRK0551, among others listed above.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOLSTEIN Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 2IGC0596 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| SKP Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | SKUF827 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELPHI Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | GN11145 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | DG588 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| DENSO Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 6736212 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Direct Ignition Coil or Coil On Plug | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | COP696 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Mounting Hardware Included: No | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 5C2276 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | DG598 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | From 5/13/2024 | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.3L V6 | UF825 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the coils that fire each spark plug. Typical signs include a misfire that follows one cylinder, a snap in damp weather, or a coil that is swollen or cracked. Swap a suspect coil with a neighbor to confirm, then replace boots that tore on the way off.
9 Ignition Coil parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from 8 brands — MOTORCRAFT, HOLSTEIN, SKP and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is DELPHI GN11145.
The Economy section: 2 options from HOLSTEIN and SKP. HOLSTEIN 2IGC0596 is listed in this group.
In the Premium grade, DELPHI supplies 1 part: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is DELPHI GN11145.
Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from MOTORCRAFT, DENSO, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand. A representative part number is MOTORCRAFT DG588.
2 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.
Listed part numbers: DELPHI GN11145, HOLSTEIN 2IGC0596 and SKP SKUF827, plus the other parts above.
Ignition Coil Mounting Hardware
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Fits: 3.3L V6 | 23750 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fasteners that mount an ignition coil.
One part is listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer — DORMAN 23750.
Ignition Lock Cylinder
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 2025 Explorer engines | SW8441 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | with 0135X, 0151X, 0576X, 111X, 1284X, 1294X, 1435X Keyed Alike Option | View on Amazon |
This table covers the lock cylinders in the ignition switch.
This group shows a single part: MOTORCRAFT SW8441.
Spark Plug
Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.027" and 0.032". Replacement brands in this table include NGK, MOTORCRAFT and BOSCH.
Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 94374 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Iridium IXPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| BOSCH Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 96315 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | OE Fine Wire Double IridiumPre-Set Gap: 0.027" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 9016 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | IridiumPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | SP594 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Iridium | View on Amazon |
| NGK Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 95927 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Laser Iridium | View on Amazon |
| SKP Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | SK95927 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Gap 0.032" | View on Amazon |
Ruthenium (maximum durability & ignitability)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 90495 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Ruthenium HX High IgnitabilityPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | SP597X | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Iridium | View on Amazon |
This table covers the spark plugs for this engine. Typical signs include misfire under load, rough idle, or a flashing check-engine light. Verify the gap even on pre-gapped plugs, and replace coil boots that come off a high-mileage engine.
8 Spark Plug parts are listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer, from NGK, MOTORCRAFT, BOSCH and 2 other brands. NGK 94374 carries the "Popular" badge.
The Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 6 options from NGK, BOSCH, CHAMPION and 2 other brands — grouped under the catalog's "Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. NGK 94374 is listed in this group.
In the Ruthenium (maximum durability & ignitability) grade, NGK supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Ruthenium (maximum durability & ignitability)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is NGK 90495.
1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.
Part numbers include NGK 94374, BOSCH 96315 and CHAMPION 9016, among others listed above.
Spark Plug / Ignition Coil Boot
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | 20781 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | WR6161 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | SPP224E | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the silicone and rubber boots that insulate the coil-to-plug spark path. Typical signs include a misfire in the rain, carbon tracking on the boot, or a snap when you pop the coil off. Replace boots as a set on a high-mileage engine; one cracked boot will take the coil with it.
3 Spark Plug / Ignition Coil Boot parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and MOTORCRAFT.
The Economy section: 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 20781 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from MOTORCRAFT and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is MOTORCRAFT WR6161.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 20781, MOTORCRAFT WR6161 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SPP224E.
Spark Plug Tube Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 71321 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Spark Plug Tube. 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.
This group shows a single part: FEL-PRO 71321.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 2025 Ford Explorer
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Match the engine first. Some ignition parts fit every engine; others are 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, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Camshaft Position Sensor and Crankshaft Position Sensor .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 2025 Ford Explorer?
Our catalog currently lists 42 ignition parts for the 2025 Ford Explorer across 8 subcategories and 14 brands, covering all 3 engine options (2.3L L4 Turbocharged, 3.0L V6 Turbocharged and 3.3L V6). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do ignition parts differ between 2025 Ford Explorer engines?
Some do. 1 part fits every engine; the other 41 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. 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 ignition problems on a 2025 Ford Explorer?
Common symptoms include misfires under load, rough idle, flashing check-engine light, or poor starting in damp weather. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What spark-plug gap is listed for the 2025 Ford Explorer?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.027" and 0.032". Still verify against spec — even “pre-gapped” plugs should be checked before they go in.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
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 2025 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 2025 Ford Explorer?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then gap matters even on “pre-gapped” plugs — verify against spec, and replace coil boots when they come off a high-mileage engine. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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