2002-2005 Ford Explorer Tie Rod End - Outer Torque Specs

4.0L V6 SOHC

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

Labor Time:0.9 hours

Torque Values (36 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Coupling Bolt	39	29	—
Coupling Bolt	39	29	—
⚠️ Coupling Bolt	39	29	—
Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings
Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings
Rack Bolts	117	86	—
⚠️ Rack Bolts	117	86	—
Rack Bolts	117	86	—
⚠️ Rack Mounting Bolts	117	86	—
Rack Mounting Bolts	117	86	—
Rack Mounting Bolts	117	86	—
Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	—
Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	—
⚠️ Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	—
Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin
Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	62	46	New cotter pin
Tie Rod End Nut	62	46	New cotter pin
Tie Rod End Nut	62	46	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	62	46	Use new cotter pin
Tie Rod End Nut	62	46	New cotter pin
Tie Rod End Nut	62	46	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Lock Nut	78	58	After alignment
Tie Rod Lock Nut	78	58	After alignment
Tie Rod Lock Nut	78	58	After alignment
Tie Rod Nut	62	46	—
Tie Rod Nut	62	46	—
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	62	46	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for tie rod end - outer on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for tie rod end - outer on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 39 Nm (29 lb-ft).

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer tie rod end - outer?

There are 36 torque specifications for tie rod end - outer on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 SOHC, covering all related fasteners and components.