Short Block Replacement Torque Specifications

2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8

Labor Time:17.2 hours

Torque Values (42 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	20	15	—
Cover Bolts	20	15	—
Cover Bolts	20	15	—
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
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
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
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
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
Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—
Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—
⚠️ Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for short block replacement on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for short block replacement on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 45 Nm (33 lb-ft). Note: TTY - critical torque plus angle

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer short block replacement?

There are 42 torque specifications for short block replacement on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.