2011-2015 Ford Explorer Coolant Service Torque Specs

3.5L V6

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

Labor Time:1.1 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Air Box Clips	5	4	—
Air Box Clips	5	4	—
Bleed Screw	8	6	Open during fill
Bleed Screw	8	6	Open during fill
Bracket Bolts	23	17	—
Bracket Bolts	23	17	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Drain Petcock	8	6	Hand tight
Drain Petcock	8	6	Hand tight
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	140	103	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	140	103	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for coolant service on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 5 Nm (4 lb-ft).

There are 16 torque specifications for coolant service on the 2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.