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title: "2020-2025 Ford Explorer Cabin & Engine Air Filters"
description: "Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2020-2025 Ford Explorer, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Cabin filter Ford JX6Z-19N619-B (Motorcraft equivalent; shared with Lincoln Aviator). Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-10 minute DIY."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/filters"
updated: "2026-08-20"
---

# 2020-2025 Ford Explorer Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter

Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2020-2025 Ford Explorer, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Cabin filter Ford JX6Z-19N619-B (Motorcraft equivalent; shared with Lincoln Aviator). Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-10 minute DIY.

**Quick answer**: The 2020-2025 Ford Explorer cabin air filter is Ford JX6Z-19N619-B (Motorcraft equivalent; shared with Lincoln Aviator) (behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-10 minute diy).

## Cabin air filter (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Ford JX6Z-19N619-B (Motorcraft equivalent; shared with Lincoln Aviator) |
| Aftermarket | Fram CF12775, EPAuto CP775 |
| Location | Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-10 minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 20,000 mi per Ford (more often in dusty areas) |

## Engine air filter, 2.3L EcoBoost I4 (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Motorcraft FA-1884 |
| Aftermarket | Fram CA10262, K&N 33-2395 |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips, 5-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi |

Note: 2.3L carries over the 5th-gen FA-1884 element; the 3.0L and 3.3L use the larger FA-1947

## Engine air filter, 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (ST; Platinum/King Ranch availability varies) (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Motorcraft FA-1947 (Ford L1MZ-9601-A) |
| Location | Airbox in engine bay; clips |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi |

## Engine air filter, 3.3L V6 Hybrid (2020-2024) (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Motorcraft FA-1947 (Ford L1MZ-9601-A) |
| Location | Airbox in engine bay; clips |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi |

## Which Ford Explorer model years does this cover?

These air filters specifications apply to every Ford Explorer built from 2020 through 2025, the U625 (6th generation), mid-size 3-row suv (rwd-based cd6 platform, rwd/awd; 2025 refresh). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2020 Explorer](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020)
- [2021 Explorer](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2021)
- [2022 Explorer](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2022)
- [2023 Explorer](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2023)
- [2024 Explorer](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2024)
- [2025 Explorer](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2025)

## What changed during the 2020-2025 Ford Explorer

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2020 | Generation launch on RWD-based CD6 platform; 10-speed automatic across the board; hybrid and 400-hp ST debut; rocky launch quality (see common problems) |
| 2021 | King Ranch and off-road-flavored Timberline (265/65R18 ATs, full-size spare) added; Platinum keeps 365-hp 3.0L |
| 2022 | ST-Line (ST looks, 2.3L) added; ST available RWD; 3.0L Platinum/King Ranch rated 400 hp |
| 2024 | Carryover; final year for the 3.3L hybrid and King Ranch/Timberline/Limited trims |
| 2025 | Major refresh: new fascias, new interior with 13.2-in SYNC 4A touchscreen, trims consolidated to Active/ST-Line/Platinum/ST; hybrid dropped; 2.3L switches to FL-2127 oil filter (~5.0 qt) |

## 2020-2025 Ford Explorer air filters: common questions

### What cabin air filter does a 2020-2025 Ford Explorer take?

Ford JX6Z-19N619-B (Motorcraft equivalent; shared with Lincoln Aviator), or equivalents such as Fram CF12775, EPAuto CP775.

### Where is the cabin air filter on a 2020-2025 Ford Explorer?

Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-10 minute DIY.

### How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2020-2025 Ford Explorer?

Every 20,000 mi per Ford (more often in dusty areas). Sooner if you drive in heavy traffic, on dirt roads, or through wildfire smoke, a clogged filter shows up first as weak airflow and a foggy windshield that will not clear.

### What engine air filter does a 2020-2025 Ford Explorer take?

Motorcraft FA-1884, or Fram CA10262, K&N 33-2395, replaced every 30,000 mi.

## Sources

- [2020 Explorer Owner's Manual, Capacities and Specifications (fordservicecontent.com)](https://www.fordservicecontent.com/Ford_Content/vdirsnet/OwnerManual/Home/Content?variantid=6725&languageCode=en&countryCode=USA&moidRef=G1635371&Uid=G1977553&ProcUid=G1988500&userMarket=CAN&div=f&vFilteringEnabled=False&buildtype=web)
- [CarCareTruth, 2020-2026 Explorer oil type & capacity (from OEM manuals)](https://www.carcaretruth.com/engine-oil/ford-explorer-6th-gen)
- [NHTSA recall 23V-675 / Ford 23S55, rear axle bolt replacement](https://www.nhtsa.gov/?nhtsaId=23V675)
- [Ford recall 22S27 (NHTSA 22V-712), rear axle bolt software remedy](https://www.ford.com/support/campaign-details/22s27/)
- [NHTSA recall 23V-342 (Ford 23S23), 360-camera blue image](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2023/RCLRPT-23V342-5662.PDF)
- [Levittown Ford parts, FA-1947 / L1MZ-9601-A engine air filter (3.0L/3.3L)](https://www.levittownfordparts.com/sku/l1mz-9601-a.html)
- [Ford Parts Giant, JX6Z-19N619-B cabin air filter, 2020 Explorer](https://www.fordpartsgiant.com/oem-2020-ford-explorer-cabin_air_filter.html)
- [ExplorerST.org, factory H6 battery, fluid capacities (Mercon ULV, 75W-85 rear axle)](https://www.explorerst.org/threads/car-battery-recommendations.9879/)
- [fueleconomy.gov, 2021 Ford Explorer EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2021_Ford_Explorer.shtml)
- [Goodyear / Mavis, 2021-2024 Explorer OE tire sizes by trim](https://www.goodyear.com/en-us/vehicles/Ford/Explorer/2024)
- [Car and Driver, 2020 Explorer specs (fuel tank, curb weight, towing)](https://www.caranddriver.com/ford/explorer/specs/2020/ford_explorer_ford-explorer_2020)

## Other Ford Explorer generations

- [2012-2019 Ford Explorer air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2012-2019/filters)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/filters).

## More for the 2020-2025 Ford Explorer

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/wipers)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/explorer/2020-2025/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.