How often should the hinges and latch assemblies on the doors, hood,Liftgate and tailgate be lubricated on Ford Explorer?

Every 3000 miles or each 3 months, couples of drops of light or lock lubricant should on the hinges and latch assembly of the doors, the hood as well as the tailgate or the lift gate. Also, the door latch strikers should be greased with thin layer of grease to reduce signs of wears and to enhance its operation. One should also apply spray on graphite lubricant on the door and lift gate locks.

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Ford Explorer Latch Assembly - Hood
Part Number: F87Z-16700-AA
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- Other Name: Latch Assy - Hood; Latch, Lock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2001 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R70W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Latch Assembly - Hood
Part Number: BB5Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assy - Hood; Latch, Lock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2019 Ford Explorer | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Ford Explorer LATCH ASY - HOOD
Part Number: LB5Z-16700-B
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- Other Name: Latch, Lock
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- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Ford Explorer Latch Assembly - Hood
Part Number: 6L2Z-16700-AA
$56.21 MSRP: $82.18
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- Other Name: Latch Assy - Hood; Latch, Lock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Latch Assembly - Hood
Part Number: 1L2Z-16700-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch Assy - Hood
- Replaced by: 4L2Z-16700-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 2002-2004 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Latch Assembly - Hood
Part Number: E9TZ-16700-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Lock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1992 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Latch Assembly - Hood
Part Number: F3TZ-16700-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch Assy - Hood; Lock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 1993-1994 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Latch Assembly - Hood
Part Number: F5TZ-16700-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch Assy - Hood; Lock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1997 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 4AT 4R55E, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT A4LD, 4AT AODE-E, 4AT AODE-W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Latch Assembly - Hood
Part Number: 4L2Z-16700-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch Assy - Hood; Latch, Lock
- Replaces: 1L2Z-16700-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)

Ford Explorer Hood Latch

Hood Latch in the Ford Explorer is one of the significant components that have the responsibility of closing and locking the hood to avoid any unwanted actuation during operation of the vehicle. This component is placed well below the front of the hood in such a way that important extras such as the engine, the radiator and the battery are shielded. In the recent past, different types of Hood Latch have been incorporated into models of Ford Explorer with different objectives of improving the safety as well as the reliability of the car. Though it is not possible to digest specific distinctive features between these types, the development of the Ford Explorer Hood Latch speaks of the new trends in automotive design which focus on the carriage's safety and efficiency.

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Ford Explorer Hood Latch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Latch Assembly - Hood
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Q: How often should the hinges and latch assemblies on the doors, hood,Liftgate and tailgate be lubricated on Ford Explorer?
A: Every 3000 miles or each 3 months, couples of drops of light or lock lubricant should on the hinges and latch assembly of the doors, the Hood as well as the tailgate or the lift gate. Also, the door latch strikers should be greased with thin layer of grease to reduce signs of wears and to enhance its operation. One should also apply spray on graphite lubricant on the door and lift gate locks.