2011-2015 Ford Explorer Short Block Replacement Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:17.2 hours

Torque Values (28 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	55	40	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	55	40	—
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—
Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—

The primary torque specification for short block replacement on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 45 Nm (33 lb-ft). Note: TTY - critical torque plus angle

There are 28 torque specifications for short block replacement on the 2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.