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Ford adds a new Ironman Package to Explorer XLT models, while Eddie Bauer and Limited models now come standard with Safety Canopy side air curtains and optional power running boards. Additional new standard items on Limited models include a reverse-sensing system, 18-inch machined-aluminum wheels, and auxiliary air conditioning. A DVD-based navigation system and heated windshield are now available on all models.








