The 2026 Ford Explorer has 17 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 4 part types and 4 brands, covering both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2026 Ford Explorer, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. 16 parts of the 17 listed are Transfer Case Fluid (8 parts), Gear Oil (5 parts) and CV Axle (3 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 2026 Ford Explorer was sold with both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged. All 17 parts on this page fit every engine.
4 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer, led by VALVOLINE (10 parts), MOTORCRAFT (4 parts) and MOBIL (2 parts), plus 1 more brand.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2026 Ford Explorer. 3 parts have it, including VALVOLINE VV982 (Gear Oil) and ACDELCO 109243 (Transfer Case Fluid). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | TX13116 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front RightComplete Underbody Corrosion Protect | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | TX1309 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front LeftAWD | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | TX13115 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Rightwithout Underbody Corrosion Protection | View on Amazon |
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.
MOTORCRAFT supplies the 3 CV Axle parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2026 Explorer.
This group includes MOTORCRAFT TX13116, MOTORCRAFT TX1309 and MOTORCRAFT TX13115.
Gear Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | VV982 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| MOBIL Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 102490 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Synthetic Gear Lube Limited Slip 75W-14 0Mobil 1 Synthetic Gear Lubricant LS 75W-14 0 | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 889787 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 887344 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | VV981 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
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.
5 Gear Oil parts are listed for the 2026 Ford Explorer, from VALVOLINE and MOBIL. VALVOLINE VV982 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2026 Explorer.
Part numbers include VALVOLINE VV982, MOBIL 102490 and VALVOLINE 889787, among others listed above.
Transfer Case Fluid
Dexron
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 109243 | 🇺🇸 US | Container Type: Plastic Container | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 822405 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Dexron VI/Mercon LV ATF1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 883572 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Dexron VI/Mercon LV ATF1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Multi-Vehicle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | VV3246 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| MOBIL Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 126505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Multi-Vehicle ATF | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 773775 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 881051 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF5 Gallon Bay Box | View on Amazon |
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | 899179 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Extended Protection Full Synthetic ATF1 Quart | View on Amazon |
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.
8 Transfer Case Fluid parts are listed for the 2026 Ford Explorer, from VALVOLINE, ACDELCO and MOBIL. ACDELCO 109243 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2026 Explorer.
In the Dexron grade, VALVOLINE and ACDELCO supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Dexron" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is ACDELCO 109243.
In the Multi-Vehicle grade, VALVOLINE and MOBIL supply 4 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Multi-Vehicle" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is VALVOLINE VV3246.
1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.
Part numbers include ACDELCO 109243, VALVOLINE 822405 and VALVOLINE 883572, among others listed above.
Transfer Case Motor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 2026 Explorer engines | MM1424 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
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.
This group shows a single part: MOTORCRAFT MM1424.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2026 Ford Explorer
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- You do not need to pick an engine: every drivetrain part on this page fits both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Transfer Case Fluid and Gear Oil .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2026 Ford Explorer?
Our catalog currently lists 17 drivetrain parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer across 4 subcategories and 4 brands, covering both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 2026 Ford Explorer engines?
No. On this page every drivetrain part fits both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged. You do not need to pick an engine to choose the right row — use the notes for position and trim.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2026 Ford Explorer?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. 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, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
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 2026 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 2026 Ford Explorer?
Every part on this page already fits both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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