AVS 194819 In-Channel Ventvisor for 2002-2010 Ford Explorer Mercury Mountaineer

Vehicle Fitment

• 2002-2010 Ford Explorer 4-Door (XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport, NBX, Eddie Bauer, Limited - 4.0L V6, 210 hp, or 4.6L V8, 239-292 hp; 5- or 6-speed Automatic; 2WD, 4WD, or AWD)
• 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer (Convenience, Premier - 4.0L V6, 210 hp, or 4.6L V8, 239-292 hp; 5- or 6-speed Automatic; RWD, 4WD, or AWD)
• 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator (Luxury, Premium/Ultimate, Elite - 4.6L DOHC V8, 302 hp; 5-speed Automatic; RWD or AWD)

Fitment Notes

• 4-DOOR ONLY for the Ford Explorer - This part fits the 4-door Explorer only. It does NOT fit the Explorer Sport or Explorer Sport Trac (which have different rear door/window configurations). The 2-door Explorer Sport was sold through 2003; the Sport Trac (pickup version) ran through 2010 - neither is covered by this part
• All three covered vehicles share the same Ford U1 body-on-frame platform and 4-door body architecture with identical window channel geometry, making this a single-set solution for all supported nameplates, trim levels, and engine options
• Ford Explorer (3rd generation, 2002-2005): Trims included XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport, NBX (2003-2004 off-road trim), Eddie Bauer, and Limited; 4.0L V6 or 4.6L V8 (239 hp SOHC 16V); 5-speed automatic; 2WD, part-time 4WD, or full-time AWD (V8 only in 2002-2005)
• Ford Explorer (4th generation, 2006-2010): XLS trim was dropped for 2007; XLT became the base model; upgraded 4.6L V8 (292 hp SOHC 24V) and new 6-speed automatic introduced; AWD became available with V6 from 2006
• Mercury Mountaineer (2002-2010): The Mountaineer was the Mercury-branded counterpart of the Explorer on the same U1 platform; sold in Convenience and Premier trim levels; same engine and drivetrain options as the Explorer
• Lincoln Aviator (2003-2005, 1st generation only): The Aviator was a Lincoln-branded, more luxuriously appointed variant on the same Explorer U1 platform; it used a more powerful 4.6L DOHC V8 (302 hp) versus the SOHC version in the Explorer/Mountaineer; available in RWD or AWD; discontinued after 2005. The 2020+ Lincoln Aviator is an entirely different vehicle on a different platform and is NOT covered by this part
• The 2006 model year refresh introduced a new frame (by Magna International), a 3rd-row seat with power folding, and power running boards; the body exterior and door/window channel architecture were updated, but the 4-door body retained the same window channel design confirmed for this fitment range
• Does NOT fit the 5th-generation Ford Explorer (2011+), which switched to a unibody crossover platform - the body-on-frame architecture and window channels are completely different

Features

• In-channel mount design installs seamlessly inside the window channel for a sleek, low-profile appearance with no exterior tape visible on the vehicle body
• Allows windows to be cracked open in rain, wind, or inclement weather while keeping water, road debris, and insects outside the cabin
• Continuously circulates fresh air through the cabin to eliminate stale odors from pets, smoke, spills, and everyday use
• Constructed from impact-modified, UV-resistant acrylic material that resists scratches, chips, and discoloration from prolonged sun exposure
• Attractive dark smoke finish integrates naturally with the exterior styling of the Explorer, Mountaineer, and Aviator across all trim levels from base XLS through top-level Limited, Premier, and Aviator Luxury/Ultimate
• Car wash safe - the secure in-channel fit prevents deflectors from shifting or detaching during automated and hand washing
• No drilling, cutting, or special hardware required - complete no-drill installation using included 3M automotive-grade adhesive tape
• Custom-engineered to match the exact window channel contours of the 2002-2010 Ford U1 platform 4-door body for a precision factory-quality fit
• Reduces interior wind noise and sun glare when windows are cracked at highway speeds
• Helps reduce interior cabin heat build-up when parked by allowing ventilation with windows partially open
• Backed by AVS's Limited Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for the original vehicle owner
• Made in the USA with global materials at AVS's Georgia manufacturing facility

Specifications

• Part Number: 194819
• Brand: Auto Ventshade (AVS)
• Product Line: In-Channel Ventvisor
• Color/Finish: Smoke (dark tinted acrylic)
• Material: Impact-modified UV-resistant acrylic
• Position: Front left, front right, rear left, rear right (all four door windows)
• Installation Method: In-channel, snap-in with included 3M automotive-grade double-sided adhesive tape
• Drilling Required: No
• Body Style: 4-door ONLY for Explorer - does NOT fit 2-door Explorer Sport or Explorer Sport Trac
• Engines: 4.0L V6 SOHC (210 hp); 4.6L V8 SOHC (239 or 292 hp); 4.6L V8 DOHC (302 hp, Aviator only)
• Vehicle Fitment: 2002-2010 Ford Explorer (4-door); 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer; 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime (original retail purchaser, original vehicle only; non-transferable)
• Country of Manufacture: USA (with global materials)

Included Components

• 2x Front In-Channel Ventvisor Deflectors (driver and passenger side)
• 2x Rear In-Channel Ventvisor Deflectors (driver and passenger side)
• 1x 3M Automotive-Grade Adhesive Tape (pre-applied or included prep strips)
• 1x Installation Instructions / Prep Kit

Product Description

The AVS 194819 In-Channel Ventvisor Deflectors are precision-engineered for three platform-sharing SUVs built on the Ford U1 body-on-frame architecture: the Ford Explorer 4-door (2002-2010), Mercury Mountaineer (2002-2010), and first-generation Lincoln Aviator (2003-2005). All three share the same door and window channel geometry across their full production runs, making this a single custom-fit solution for what were three of Ford Motor Company's most prominent mid-size SUV offerings of the era - the top-selling Explorer, its Mercury-branded counterpart, and the Lincoln flagship luxury variant. These deflectors mount directly inside the window channel for a factory-flush appearance with no exterior tape or hardware visible on the vehicle body.

Installation requires no drilling or cutting. The deflectors bond securely inside the window channels using the included 3M automotive-grade double-sided adhesive tape. Once installed, all four door windows can be cracked in any weather condition, enabling fresh air to circulate through the cabin while blocking rain, road spray, dust, and insects. All engine configurations - the 4.0L V6 SOHC (210 hp), the 4.6L V8 SOHC in 16-valve (239 hp, 2002-2005) and 24-valve (292 hp, 2006-2010) form, and the Aviator-exclusive 4.6L V8 DOHC (302 hp) - share the same U1 platform body and window channel geometry, making this set universally compatible across all three vehicles, all trim levels, and all drivetrain configurations (2WD, 4WD, and AWD).

Buyers with a Ford Explorer should note that this part fits the 4-door body only - the 2-door Explorer Sport (sold through 2003) and the Explorer Sport Trac (pickup with a cargo bed, sold 2001-2010) use different rear door configurations and are not compatible. This set also does not fit the 5th-generation Explorer (2011+), which switched to a unibody car-based crossover platform with completely different door and window channel dimensions. The 2020+ Lincoln Aviator is an entirely different vehicle on a different platform and is also not covered. Built from UV-stable, impact-modified acrylic, these deflectors are designed to maintain their dark smoke finish and structural integrity for years of daily use. AVS backs this set with a Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturing and material defects, valid for the original retail purchaser on the original vehicle of installation.