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EXPLORER · U502 · U625 · MOTORCRAFT ON THE SHELF

Ford Explorer Parts
in Dubai
& the UAE

Explorer parts for U502 and U625 are on the shelf at Ras Al Khor. The 2020 platform switch moved from a front-drive unibody to a rear-drive-based architecture, changing suspension, differential, and driveline parts completely. Send your VIN and we confirm the right Motorcraft part for your generation and drivetrain.

INVENTORY

Explorer Spare Parts: What We Keep on the Shelf

We hold Motorcraft shelf stock for Ford Explorer covering the 5th gen U502 (2011–2019) and 6th gen U625 (2020–on). Regular part families include brake pads and rotors, oil and cabin air filters, spark plugs, ignition coils, suspension control arms and ball joints, front and rear shock absorbers, and power steering components for U502 electro-hydraulic builds.

The U502 ran up to three engine options in the UAE market: 2.0L EcoBoost inline-4, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-4, and 3.5L naturally aspirated Ti-VCT V6 (with EcoBoost V6 available in later builds). The U625 standardised on the 3.0L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 in ST trim and 2.3L EcoBoost in base variants. Engine filter and spark plug part numbers differ between these families. We hold Motorcraft consumables for each variant.

OEM & AFTERMARKET

Motorcraft for Explorer: OEM Line and Aftermarket Options

Motorcraft is the factory-specified service-parts brand for Ford Explorer. The Explorer service schedule calls Motorcraft by name for oil filter, air filter, and spark plug replacement intervals. We carry these consumables on the shelf for U502 and U625 builds. For the U625 3.0L twin-turbo, Motorcraft also specifies a particular oil viscosity and filter rating to maintain turbo bearing lubrication; we can confirm the correct specification when you send your VIN.

We also carry select aftermarket parts for Explorer brake and suspension work where the customer specifies them. Aftermarket rotors, brake pads, and suspension arms come with the same warranty terms: documented fault required, electrical components non-returnable once fitted. If the Motorcraft part is not on the shelf for your exact build, we confirm an availability date and can source it. We do not substitute without telling you.

FITMENT CHECK

Explorer Platform Shift: U502 FWD Unibody vs U625 RWD-Based Architecture

The U502 (2011–2019) Explorer sits on a front-wheel-drive-based unibody platform derived from the Ford D4 architecture, a development of the D3, shared with the Flex and Lincoln MKT. Front suspension is a MacPherson strut; rear is a multi-link independent setup. AWD builds route drive through a power transfer unit mounted on the front transaxle. Brake caliper brackets, front strut housings, and rear subframe mounting points are specific to this platform. No U502 suspension part carries over to the U625.

The U625 (2020–on) rides on Ford's CD6 rear-wheel-drive-based platform, shared with the Aviator. The architectural change reversed the powertrain layout: the engine sits longitudinally, and rear-wheel drive is now standard. AWD Explorer builds on U625 use a more traditional rear differential and transfer case, replacing the U502 power transfer unit entirely. Front suspension geometry changed from MacPherson strut to a double-wishbone setup on some trim levels. Caliper sizing, rotor dimensions, and knuckle geometry are all unique to U625.

For UAE-market Explorer builds, GCC-spec trim lines do not always match US production in rotor sizing and brake pad compound specs. Send your 17-digit VIN on WhatsApp before ordering any suspension, brake, or driveline component. We match the VIN to the correct generation, trim, drivetrain, and engine variant before pulling from the shelf.

DELIVERY & HOURS

Explorer Parts: Stock Checks and Dispatch Terms

Our warehouse is at KAW Warehouse 1, Nadd Al Hamar Road, Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 2, Dubai. We are open Saturday to Thursday 08:30–19:30; Friday 08:30–12:00 and 15:00–19:30. Walk-in customers are welcome; WhatsApp your VIN and part ahead to confirm from the shelf.

Shelf orders placed before midday dispatch the same day within Dubai. UAE-wide next-working-day delivery covers Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and the Northern Emirates. We do not hold Explorer parts for unconfirmed orders. Confirm your VIN, generation, and part number first, then we reserve it.

WARRANTY

Parts Warranty: Motorcraft and Aftermarket for Explorer

Motorcraft parts carry warranty against manufacturing defects. Aftermarket parts we supply for Explorer also carry warranty cover where the fault is documented. Claims require proof: a workshop report or written failure description.

Electrical Explorer components (sensors, engine control modules, SYNC infotainment units, transfer case control modules, ABS modules) are non-returnable once fitted. Before fitting any electrical part you are uncertain about, WhatsApp us the part number and fault description. We cross-check against your VIN and trim before you commit to the purchase.

FITMENT REFERENCE

Motorcraft Part Numbers: Explorer Fitment Reference

The part numbers below are sourced from ford.oempartsonline.com and dealer.parts.ford.com. They are a fitment reference, not a stock or price list. The Explorer 2020-on (U625 platform) uses different brake hardware than the previous U502 generation, and the 2.3L and 3.0L EcoBoost take different oil filters. Always confirm against your 17-digit VIN on WhatsApp before ordering.

Motorcraft fitment reference for Explorer: confirm via WhatsApp + VIN
Part NumberPartFitsYears
FL-910SEngine Oil FilterExplorer 2.3L EcoBoost; also Focus, Escape, Fusion 2.3L (confirm 2020+ via VIN)2016-2019 Explorer
FL-2062-AEngine Oil FilterExplorer 3.0L EcoBoost (ST, Platinum trims); also F-150 2.7L/3.5L EcoBoostExplorer 3.0L: 2020-2023
BRF-1915Front Disc Brake Pad SetExplorer (standard and AWD premium brakes; confirm brake package via VIN)2020-2026
L1MZ-1125-AFront Disc Brake RotorExplorer (standard/premium brakes; to production 07/11/2022); also Lincoln Aviator2020-2022
L1MZ-2200-HRear Disc Brake Pad SetExplorer (standard brakes, without red-painted caliper; incl. clips and hardware kit)2020-2026

ON THE SHELF

Commonly Stocked Explorer Parts at Ras Al Khor

Where the Motorcraft table above catalogues what is made for Explorer, this section records what Ras Al Khor actually supplies. Rows are drawn from Mecanum's ERP stock and sales data, reviewed September 2026, and ranked by real transaction volume. The parts sourced through catalogue and the parts moving off the physical shelf are not always the same list.

This reflects what the counter regularly carries, not what is on the shelf at any given moment. U502 (2011-2019) and U625 (2020-on) take different filters, spark plugs, and brake hardware: send your 17-digit VIN on WhatsApp and the desk confirms today's availability before any quotation.

Transaction data shows demand concentrated across oil filters, spark plugs, and brake pads for the 3.5L V6 U502 generation. Brake parts appear in both front and rear applications with two distinct pad sets covering different model-year ranges, confirming sustained U502 service work at the Ras Al Khor counter.

Commonly stocked for Ford Explorer, from Mecanum stock records (reviewed September 2026): confirm via WhatsApp + VIN
Part NumberPartFitsYears
CYFS12YT6Iridium spark plug (also CYFS12F5)Ford Explorer 3.5L/3.7L V6; also Edge, Mustang 3.7L2011
FL500SEngine oil filter (also AA5Z-6714A)Ford Explorer 3.5L; also F-150 5.0L, Mustang 3.7L, Edge2009-2013
BR1377BRear disc brake pad set (also EU2Z-2V200A)Ford Explorer, Edge, Flex, Taurus; Lincoln MKX/MKT2011-2016
JK6-455DSerpentine beltFord Explorer 3.5L; also Edge 3.5L, Lincoln MKT 3.5L/3.7L2010-2013
FA1884Engine air filter (also 7T4Z-9601A)Ford Explorer 3.5L; also Edge, Lincoln MKTConfirm by VIN
FP68Cabin pollen filterFord Explorer; also Taurus, Mustang, Lincoln MKTConfirm by VIN
BRF41Front disc brake pad set (also BR1611)Ford Explorer; also Lincoln MKT, Taurus2013-2015
BT4Z-6B209BBelt tensionerFord Explorer 3.5L; also Edge 3.5L2010-2016
7T4Z-12029EIgnition coilFord Explorer 3.5L DOHC; also Edge, Lincoln MKX 3.5L2010-2012
DG1Z-8501CWater pump (also AT4Z-8501CA)Ford Explorer2013-2014

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you stock Motorcraft parts for the Ford Explorer U502 and U625 in Dubai?
Yes. We hold Motorcraft shelf stock for both the U502 (2011–2019) and U625 (2020–on) Explorer. These two generations ride on completely different platforms: U502 is a FWD-based unibody, U625 is an RWD-based architecture. Suspension, brake, and driveline parts do not cross between them. Send your VIN and we pull the right part for your exact build.
What changed in the Explorer's suspension when it moved from U502 to U625?
The U502 uses a MacPherson front strut and a rear multi-link setup on a FWD-based platform. The U625 moved to a longitudinal RWD-based platform, with double-wishbone front suspension on higher trim levels. The rear geometry also changed to suit the new rear-differential layout. No suspension part crosses between the two generations. Always provide the generation or VIN before ordering.
Can I collect Explorer parts from Ras Al Khor on the same day in Dubai?
Yes. For shelf-stock Motorcraft parts, orders placed before midday are dispatched the same day within Dubai. Walk-in collection at our Ras Al Khor warehouse is available Saturday to Thursday 08:30–19:30; Friday 08:30–12:00 and 15:00–19:30. Send your VIN and part number on WhatsApp first. We confirm availability and reserve the part before you travel.

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