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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021EXPLORER XLT, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSHANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS
2021 Ford Explorer XLT, RWD
Handles, Locks, Latches And Entry Systems
2021 Ford Explorer XLT, RWDSECTION Handles, Locks, Latches And Entry Systems
- Description And Operation
- Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - Component Location
- Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - Overview
- Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - System Operation and Component Description
- System Diagram
- Network Message Chart
- Power Door Locks
- Liftgate Latch Release (except police vehicles)
- Liftgate Latch Release (police vehicles)
- Keyless Entry Keypad (if equipped)
- RKE (if equipped)
- Autolock (if equipped)
- Auto-Unlock (if equipped)
- Smart Unlock (without push button start)
- Smart Unlock (with push button start)
- Fuel Filler Door Release (if equipped - hybrid vehicles)
- Passive Entry (if equipped)
- Component Description
- Door Lock Control Switches
- Door Latches
- Liftgate Release Switch
- Liftgate Latch
- Keyless Entry Keypad (if equipped)
- DDM or PDM
- IKT (if equipped)
- Passive Key (if equipped)
- Exterior Front Door Handles
- Fuel Filler Door Release Switch (hybrid vehicles)
- Fuel Filler Door Release Solenoid (hybrid vehicles)
- Fuel Filler Door Lock (non-hybrid vehicles)
- Keyless Entry Rear Antenna
- RTM
- BCM
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Locks, Latches and Entry Systems
- Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
- Symptom Charts
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test A : Hard To Open Or Close A Door From Either Door Handle
- Pinpoint Test B : A Door Is Difficult Or Does Not Open From The Exterior Door Handle
- Pinpoint Test C : A Door Is Difficult Or Does Not Open From The Interior Door Handle
- Pinpoint Test D : The Exterior Door Release Handle Sticks
- Pinpoint Test E : The Interior Door Release Handle Sticks
- Pinpoint Test F : Squeak-Rattle-Chucking Noise From Door
- Pinpoint Test G : The Manual Door Lock Cylinder Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test H : The Ignition Lock Cylinder Is Difficult To Turn
- Pinpoint Test I : All Door Locks Are Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test J : A Single Or More Than One Door Lock Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test K : The Door Locks Operate Only One Way
- Pinpoint Test L : All Door Locks Are Inoperative From One Door Lock Control Switch
- Pinpoint Test M : The Manual Liftgate Latch Release Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test N : The Doors Do Not Lock Or Unlock Using The Keyless Entry Keypad
- Pinpoint Test O : The RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Transmitter Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test P : An Individual Button/Feature Is Inoperative From The RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Transmitter
- Pinpoint Test Q : The RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Transmitter Has Poor Range Performance
- Pinpoint Test R : The Remote Start Feature Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test S : A Door Passive Entry Feature Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test T : The Liftgate Passive Entry Feature Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test U : U0258:87 Or U1A00:00
- Pinpoint Test V : U0140:00
- Pinpoint Test W : U0208:00
- Pinpoint Test X : U0232:00
- Pinpoint Test Y : U0233:00
- Pinpoint Test Z : P1594 Or P1595
- Pinpoint Test Aa : U0164:00
- Pinpoint Test Ab : U0294:00
- Pinpoint Test Ac : U2100:00
- Pinpoint Test Ad : The Manual Liftgate Does Not Latch
- Pinpoint Test AE : The Fuel Filler Door Lock Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test AF : U3003:16
- Pinpoint Test Ag : U3003:17
- Pinpoint Test Ah : U2200:00, U3000:49
- Pinpoint Test Ai : The Fuel Filler Door Release Is Inoperative (Hybrid Vehicles)
- Pinpoint Test AJ : The Fuel Filler Door Does Not Latch (Hybrid Vehicles)
- Pinpoint Test AK : P04B5, P04BA
- Locks, Latches and Entry Systems
- General Procedures
- Removal And Installation
- Door Lock Cylinder
- Exterior Front Door Handle
- Exterior Front Door Handle Reinforcement
- Exterior Rear Door Handle
- Exterior Rear Door Handle Reinforcement
- Front Door Latch
- Front Door Lock Control Switch
- Fuel Filler Door Latch
- Hood Latch
- Hood Latch Release Cable
- Hood Latch Release Handle
- Ignition Lock Cylinder
- Interior Front Door Handle
- Interior Rear Door Handle
- Keyless Entry Keypad
- Keyless Entry Rear Antenna
- Liftgate Latch
- Liftgate Latch - Police
- Liftgate Lock Cylinder - Police
- Liftgate Release Switch
- Rear Door Latch
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.