Water Pump Torque Specifications

2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8

Labor Time:2.9 hours

Torque Values (18 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Hose Clamps	3	2	—
Hose Clamps	3	2	—
Hose Clamps	3	2	—
⚠️ Housing Bolts	17	13	—
Housing Bolts	17	13	—
Housing Bolts	17	13	—
⚠️ Pump Bolts	31	23	—
Pump Bolts	31	23	—
Pump Bolts	31	23	—
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts	25	19	If accessed
Timing Cover Bolts	25	19	If accessed
Timing Cover Bolts	25	19	If accessed
Water Pump Bolts	25	18	Tighten in criss-cross pattern
Water Pump Bolts	25	18	Tighten in criss-cross pattern
⚠️ Water Pump Bolts	25	18	Tighten in criss-cross pattern

The primary torque specification for water pump on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 3 Nm (2 lb-ft).

There are 18 torque specifications for water pump on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.