2002-2005 Ford Explorer Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specs

4.0L V6 SOHC

Applies to 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:20.7 hours

Torque Values (51 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
⚠️ Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
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
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Cylinder Head Bolts	101	75	Multi-step + angle
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	101	75	Multi-step + angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	101	75	Multi-step + angle
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	39	29	—
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	39	29	—
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	39	29	—
Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	28	21	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	28	21	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	28	21	—
Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
⚠️ 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
Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Mounting Bolts	10	7	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	10	7	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	10	7	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
VVT Solenoid Bolt	10	7	—
VVT Solenoid Bolt	10	7	—
VVT Solenoid Bolt	10	7	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for head gaskets - both on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for head gaskets - both on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 14 Nm (10 lb-ft). Note: Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer head gaskets - both?

There are 51 torque specifications for head gaskets - both on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 SOHC, covering all related fasteners and components.