2026 Ford Explorer Electrical Parts

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. Read more

6 Alternator / Generator parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer come from 2 brands — MOTORCRAFT and WAI GLOBAL. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 4 are engine-specific.

This group includes MOTORCRAFT GL8953, MOTORCRAFT GL8951 and MOTORCRAFT GL9921 and the remaining parts above.

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. Read more

MOTORCRAFT supplies the 3 Alternator / Generator Pulley parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer.

Part numbers include MOTORCRAFT GP803, MOTORCRAFT GP804 and MOTORCRAFT GP776.

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. Read more

7 Battery parts are listed for the 2026 Ford Explorer, from FVP, BOSCH and MOTORCRAFT. FVP P94RAGM carries the "Popular" badge. 1 part fits every engine; the other 6 are engine-specific.

Part numbers include FVP P94RAGM, FVP P49AGM and BOSCH S6587B, among others listed above.

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. Read more

7 Battery Cable parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer come from MOTORCRAFT.

This group includes MOTORCRAFT WC98299, MOTORCRAFT WC98325 and MOTORCRAFT WC98032 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts. Read more

MOTORCRAFT supplies the 29 Battery Terminal parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer. MOTORCRAFT WT1012 carries the "Popular" badge. The notes list position, dimensions and spec qualifiers wherever the manufacturer distinguishes between variants.

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. Read more

2 Blind Spot Detection Sensor Bracket parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer come from MOTORCRAFT. Every part fits both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged.

This group includes MOTORCRAFT BSSB3 and MOTORCRAFT BSSB17.

This table covers the resettable circuit breakers in this vehicle's electrical system. Read more

MOTORCRAFT supplies the 7 Circuit Breaker parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer. MOTORCRAFT SW8887 carries the "Popular" badge. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

Part numbers include MOTORCRAFT SW8887, MOTORCRAFT SW9176 and MOTORCRAFT SW9177, among others listed above.

This table covers the Fuse Box covers. Read more

One part is listed for the 2026 Ford Explorer — MOTORCRAFT HLSC24.

This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle. Read more

MOTORCRAFT supplies both parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2026 Explorer.

Part numbers include MOTORCRAFT HRN7 and MOTORCRAFT HRN36.

This table covers the ultrasonic park-aid sensors in the bumper. 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. Read more

2 Parking Aid Sensor parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer come from MOTORCRAFT. Every part fits both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged.

Part numbers include MOTORCRAFT PRKS18 and MOTORCRAFT PRKS16.

This table covers the Rain 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. Read more

This group shows a single part: MOTORCRAFT WRS6.

This table covers the speed sensors on the transmission, transfer case or ABS ring. Typical signs include a dead speedometer, harsh transmission shifts, or a code for vehicle speed. Inspect the tone wheel and the connector before replacing the sensor. Read more

4 Speed Sensor parts are listed for the 2026 Ford Explorer, from MOTORCRAFT and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2026 Explorer.

Part numbers include MOTORCRAFT DY1504, MOTORCRAFT DY1400 and MOTORCRAFT DY1512, among others listed above.

This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. 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

7 Starter Motor parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer come from 4 brands — MOTORCRAFT, WAI GLOBAL, REMY and 1 other brand.

The New section lists 2 options from MOTORCRAFT and WAI GLOBAL — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. MOTORCRAFT SA1138 is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section lists 2 options from REMY and TERREPOWER — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. REMY 28048 is listed in this group.

3 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This group includes MOTORCRAFT SA1138, WAI GLOBAL 16447N and REMY 28048 and the remaining parts above.