{"product_id":"performance-intercooler-for-ford-explorer-2020-2024-2-3l-3-0l","title":"Performance Intercooler for Ford Explorer (2020-2024) 2.3L 3.0L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Efficiency Bar-and-Plate Performance Intercooler for 2020-2024 Ford Explorer (U625)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Intercooler directly replaces the restrictive factory heat exchanger on the 2020-2024 Ford Explorer to significantly reduce charge air temperatures and eliminate heat-soak-induced power loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford Explorer Heat Exchanger Bottleneck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory \u003cstrong\u003eU625\u003c\/strong\u003e intercooler utilizes a lightweight tube-and-fin core capped with crimped plastic end tanks. Under extended wide-open throttle, aggressive driving, or towing conditions, the OEM core rapidly heat-soaks, causing intake air temperatures (IATs) to spike. To safeguard the \u003cstrong\u003e2.3L EcoBoost\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e3.0L EcoBoost\u003c\/strong\u003e engines from pre-ignition and knock, the factory ECU automatically pulls ignition timing, resulting in reduced horsepower and sluggish throttle response. Furthermore, plastic end tanks fatigue over time under elevated boost levels, risking boost leaks at the crimp seams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for maximum thermal recovery, this upgrade features a robust bar-and-plate aluminum core providing 214% greater internal volume and roughly 260% more frontal surface area (26.5\" x 15.75\" x 2\") compared to stock. Cast and CNC-machined aluminum end tanks are TIG-welded to the core to reliably hold high boost pressures. Internal air diverters channel compressed airflow uniformly through all charge rows, yielding real-world charge air temperature reductions of up to 85°F. Precision-machined 2.63-inch barbed inlet and outlet ports ensure positive silicone coupler grip under boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x Aluminum Bar-and-Plate Intercooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounting Brackets and Installation Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2020-2024 Ford Explorer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2.3L EcoBoost, 3.0L EcoBoost Nano \/ U625\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e300–400 hp \/ 310–415 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eL1MZ-6K775-A, L1MZ-6K775-B, L1MZ-6K775-C, L1MZ6K775, L1MZ6K775A, L1MZ6K775B, L1MZ6K775C, FO3012132\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2020-2024 Ford Explorer 2.3L Turbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2020-2024 Ford Explorer 3.0L Turbo (including Explorer ST)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2020-2024 Ford Police Interceptor Utility 3.0L Turbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the U625 Explorer?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct bolt-on fit for the 2020-2024 Ford Explorer equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e2.3L EcoBoost\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e3.0L EcoBoost\u003c\/strong\u003e engine with no vehicle modifications required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs an aftermarket tune required to run this intercooler?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this unit runs safely and effectively on the factory calibration while providing the necessary thermal efficiency to support aggressive ECU tunes or upgraded turbochargers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Durability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to handle high thermal demands, this heavy-duty intercooler maintains lower intake temperatures whether you are pulling heavy payloads, driving long mountain passes, or pushing high-boost track laps in your Explorer ST.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67576225038584,"sku":"DS-EZVQV63V4","price":401.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-intercooler-for-ford-explorer-2020-2024-2-3l-3-0l-1.webp?v=1791221378","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-intercooler-for-ford-explorer-2020-2024-2-3l-3-0l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}