The Gates heater control valve for 2020-2024 Ford Explorer 2.3L is an electric coolant valve that regulates flow to the heater core for cabin temperature control. Specified for the listed Explorer applications, this electrically actuated coolant control functions as the vehicle's heater valve and is intended as the replacement component described to restore proper heater operation in those Ford models.
Gates 20-24 Ford Explorer 4-Cyl. 2.3L Heater Control Valve Electric Coolant Valve