How to remove and install the Front Door Striker and Rear Door Striker on Ford Explorer?

If you want to replace or otherwise deal with the door latch striker, then one thing you need to do is, unscrew the negative battery cable. Subsequently, using a Torx bit, then withdraw the door latch striker stud from the door jamb, while the process of installation is the exact opposite of that and the necessary corrections can also be done at the same time. This striker can be moved in the vertical plane as well as in the lateral, and forward and athwart planes, but it should not be used as a corrective measure for improperly fitting doors. Shimming may be needed in order to adjust the distances to the required measure-between the latch and striker no more than one shim can be installed on one door. It is exercised by applying dark grease on the striker before closing the door; then again unlocking the door then closing and opening the door several times to see the pattern left on the grease. To achieve the required optimal fit of the door striker assembly to the door and either the pillar or quarter panel, loosen the balance of the bolts and then use a lateral movement of the door striker assembly to achieve the correct position before finally tightening the existing bolts where the door latch striker is to be attached.

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Ford Explorer Door Locking Mechanism Striker
Part Number: 8F9Z-5422008-A
$32.87 MSRP: $42.77
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Striker - Door Locking Mechanism; Striker
- Position: Passenger Side/Driver Side
- Replaced by: 5F9Z-5422008-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2010 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 Door Locking Mechanism Striker
Part Number: 7T4Z-7822008-A
$30.61 MSRP: $44.75
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Striker - Door Locking Mechanism
- Manufacturer Note: RH/LH
- Position: Passenger Side/Driver Side
- Replaced by: 7T4Z-7822008-B
- 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 Door Locking Mechanism Striker
Part Number: F67Z-7822008-AA
$46.03 MSRP: $66.72
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Striker - Door Locking Mechanism; Striker
- Position: Passenger Side And Driver Side
- Replaces: E9FZ-5822008-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-2001 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 Door Locking Mechanism Striker
Part Number: F75Z-7822008-AA
$30.02 MSRP: $42.77
You Save: $12.75 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Striker - Door Locking Mechanism
- Position: Passenger Side/Driver Side
- Replaced by: 5F9Z-5422008-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 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), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Striker - Door Locking
Part Number: E9FZ-5822008-A
$46.03 MSRP: $66.72
You Save: $20.69 (32%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: STRIKER - DOOR LOCKI
- Position: Passenger Side And Driver Side
- Replaced by: F67Z-7822008-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1996 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 4AT 4R55E, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT A4LD, 4AT AODE-E, 4AT AODE-W, 5MT
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Ford Explorer STRIKER - DOOR LOCKING MECHANI
Part Number: JX7Z-5822008-B
$15.98 MSRP: $22.90
You Save: $6.92 (31%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Striker
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2025 Ford Explorer | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)

Ford Explorer Front Door Striker

The Front Door Striker for the Ford Explorer makes sure that the SUV's front door stays secured every time it closes. This ensures that the cabin does not create any noises and that the door latch remains aligned. The Front Door Striker is a heavy-duty U-shaped post that will help the door grab, center, and lock in one smooth motion. This will prevent sagging, rattling, and swing back, which often occur when lever handles and door hinges wear out. Through the years, Ford has utilized the same basic steel post concept. However, some Explorer generations have featured plain steel that was substituted with zinc-coated Front Door Striker varieties. This corrosion-resistant type of post also holds torque longer than plain steel. So while this is a minor upgrade, it does improve post service life without affecting installation steps. No matter if the model is a first-generation workhorse or a recent family hauler, each Explorer uses the same alignment methodology, where a pencil mark, light hammer taps, and snug Torx screws set the Front Door Striker to the pillar. Routine cleaning and re-torquing of hardware will allow Ford owners to keep that snappy Explorer Front Door Striker door shut. Ford's commitment to simple, durable hardware.

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Ford Explorer Front Door Striker Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Door Locking Mechanism Striker
F67Z-7822008-AA
Q: How to remove and install the Front Door Striker and Rear Door Striker on Ford Explorer?
A:
If you want to replace or otherwise deal with the door latch striker, then one thing you need to do is, unscrew the negative battery cable. Subsequently, using a Torx bit, then withdraw the door latch striker stud from the door jamb, while the process of installation is the exact opposite of that and the necessary corrections can also be done at the same time. This striker can be moved in the vertical plane as well as in the lateral, and forward and athwart planes, but it should not be used as a corrective measure for improperly fitting doors. Shimming may be needed in order to adjust the distances to the required measure-between the latch and striker no more than one shim can be installed on one door. It is exercised by applying dark grease on the striker before closing the door; then again unlocking the door then closing and opening the door several times to see the pattern left on the grease. To achieve the required optimal fit of the door striker assembly to the door and either the pillar or quarter panel, loosen the balance of the bolts and then use a lateral movement of the door striker assembly to achieve the correct position before finally tightening the existing bolts where the door latch striker is to be attached.