11 Ignition parts are listed for the 2026 Ford Explorer, in 5 part types, covering both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The ignition system on the 2026 Ford Explorer delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. The largest groups are Ignition Coil (3 parts), Spark Plug (3 parts) and Camshaft Position Sensor (2 parts). The other 2 part types cover the remaining 3 parts.
The 2026 Ford Explorer was sold with both the 2.3L L4 Turbocharged and the 3.0L V6 Turbocharged. 1 part fits every engine; the other 10 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2026 Ford Explorer ignition parts are MOTORCRAFT (9 parts), SKP (1 part) and BOSCH (1 part). Quality grades include Economy and Standard Replacement.
Each part number listed for the 2026 Ford Explorer opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Camshaft Position Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | DU114 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | DU102 | 🇺🇸 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.
MOTORCRAFT supplies both parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer.
Listed part numbers: MOTORCRAFT DU114 and MOTORCRAFT DU102.
Crankshaft Position Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | DY1687 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | DY1502 | 🇺🇸 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.
MOTORCRAFT supplies both parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer.
This group includes MOTORCRAFT DY1687 and MOTORCRAFT DY1502.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKP Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | SKUF827 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | DG588 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | DG598 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 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.
3 Ignition Coil parts are listed for the 2026 Ford Explorer, from MOTORCRAFT and SKP.
In the Economy grade, SKP supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is SKP SKUF827.
The Standard Replacement section lists 1 option from MOTORCRAFT — built to original-equipment specification. MOTORCRAFT DG588 is listed in this group.
1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.
This group includes SKP SKUF827, MOTORCRAFT DG588 and MOTORCRAFT DG598.
Ignition Lock Cylinder
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 2026 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.
One part is listed for the 2026 Ford Explorer — MOTORCRAFT SW8441.
Spark Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOSCH Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | 96315 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | OE Fine Wire Double IridiumPre-Set Gap: 0.027" | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 2.3L L4 Turbocharged | SP597X | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Iridium | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | SP594 | 🇺🇸 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.
3 Spark Plug parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer come from 2 brands — MOTORCRAFT and BOSCH.
Listed part numbers: BOSCH 96315, MOTORCRAFT SP597X and MOTORCRAFT SP594.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 2026 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: Ignition Coil and Spark Plug .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 2026 Ford Explorer?
Our catalog currently lists 11 ignition parts for the 2026 Ford Explorer across 5 subcategories and 3 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 ignition parts differ between 2026 Ford Explorer engines?
Some do. 1 part fits every engine; the other 10 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 2026 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 2026 Ford Explorer?
Notes on this page include a 0.027" pre-set gap. 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 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?
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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