2002-2005 Ford Explorer Tire Rotation Torque Specs

4.6L V8

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

Labor Time:0.3 hours

Torque Values (21 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Bracket Bolts	25	19	—
Bracket Bolts	25	19	—
Bracket Bolts	25	19	—
Cover Screws	14	10	—
Cover Screws	14	10	—
Cover Screws	14	10	—
Lug Nuts - Alloy Wheels	130	96	Torque in star pattern, recheck after 50 miles
Lug Nuts - Alloy Wheels	130	96	Torque in star pattern, recheck after 50 miles
⚠️ Lug Nuts - Alloy Wheels	130	96	Torque in star pattern, recheck after 50 miles
⚠️ Lug Nuts - Steel Wheels	140	103	Torque in star pattern
Lug Nuts - Steel Wheels	140	103	Torque in star pattern
Lug Nuts - Steel Wheels	140	103	Torque in star pattern
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	163	120	Torque in star pattern
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	163	120	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	163	120	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for tire rotation on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 25 Nm (19 lb-ft).

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