2006-2010 Ford Explorer Engine R&R Torque Specs

4.6L V8

Applies to 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:11.5 hours

Torque Values (45 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ AC Compressor Bolts	25	18	—
AC Compressor Bolts	25	18	—
AC Compressor Bolts	25	18	—
Alternator Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Alternator Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Alternator Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Cover Bolts	20	15	—
Cover Bolts	20	15	—
Cover Bolts	20	15	—
Engine Mount-to-Block Bolts	65	48	—
Engine Mount-to-Block Bolts	65	48	—
⚠️ Engine Mount-to-Block Bolts	65	48	—
Engine Mount-to-Frame Bolts	75	55	—
Engine Mount-to-Frame Bolts	75	55	—
⚠️ Engine Mount-to-Frame Bolts	75	55	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Power Steering Pump Bolts	25	18	—
Power Steering Pump Bolts	25	18	—
Power Steering Pump Bolts	25	18	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—
Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—
Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for engine r&r on a 2006-2010 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for engine r&r on a 2006-2010 Ford Explorer is 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer engine r&r?

There are 45 torque specifications for engine r&r on the 2006-2010 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.