2002-2005 Ford Explorer Brake Caliper - Front Torque Specs

4.6L V8

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

Labor Time:1.1 hours

Torque Values (21 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Bleeder Screw	10	7	Do not overtighten \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Bleeder Screw	10	7	Do not overtighten \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Bleeder Screw	10	7	Do not overtighten \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Brake Hose Banjo Bolt	51	38	New copper washers
Brake Hose Banjo Bolt	51	38	New copper washers
Brake Hose Banjo Bolt	51	38	New copper washers
Brake Line Banjo Bolt	25	18	Use new copper washers \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Brake Line Banjo Bolt	25	18	Use new copper washers \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Brake Line Banjo Bolt	25	18	Use new copper washers \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Caliper Bolts	110	81	—
Caliper Bolts	110	81	—
Caliper Bolts	110	81	—
⚠️ Caliper Bracket Bolts - Front	120	88	Threadlocker recommended \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Caliper Bracket Bolts - Front	120	88	Threadlocker recommended \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Caliper Bracket Bolts - Front	120	88	Threadlocker recommended \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Caliper Mounting Bolts	127	94	—
Caliper Mounting Bolts	127	94	—
⚠️ Caliper Mounting Bolts	127	94	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	169	125	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	169	125	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	169	125	—

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for brake caliper - front on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for brake caliper - front on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 10 Nm (7 lb-ft). Note: Do not overtighten | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer brake caliper - front?

There are 21 torque specifications for brake caliper - front on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.