2002-2005 Ford Explorer U-Joint Torque Specs

4.0L V6 SOHC

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

Labor Time:1.1 hours

Torque Values (36 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Axle Nut	281	207	—
Axle Nut	281	207	Use new nut, stake after
⚠️ Axle Nut	281	207	—
Axle Nut	281	207	Use new nut, stake after
Axle Nut	281	207	—
⚠️ Axle Nut	281	207	Use new nut, stake after
CV Bolts	70	52	—
CV Bolts	70	52	—
⚠️ CV Bolts	70	52	—
CV Joint Bolts	71	52	—
CV Joint Bolts	71	52	—
⚠️ CV Joint Bolts	71	52	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Differential Cover Bolts	39	29	Apply RTV sealant
Differential Cover Bolts	39	29	Apply RTV sealant
⚠️ Differential Cover Bolts	39	29	Apply RTV sealant
⚠️ Driveshaft Bolts	85	63	—
Driveshaft Bolts	85	63	—
Driveshaft Bolts	85	63	—
⚠️ Driveshaft U-Joint Straps	20	15	Tighten evenly
Driveshaft U-Joint Straps	20	15	Tighten evenly
Driveshaft U-Joint Straps	20	15	Tighten evenly
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
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	—
⚠️ Yoke Nut	150	111	If equipped
Yoke Nut	150	111	If equipped
Yoke Nut	150	111	If equipped

The primary torque specification for u-joint on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 281 Nm (207 lb-ft).

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