2011-2015 Ford Explorer Brake Pads - Front Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:0.9 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Bleeder Screw	15	11	Copper washer recommended
Bleeder Screw	15	11	Copper washer recommended
⚠️ Caliper Bolts	101	75	—
Caliper Bolts	101	75	—
⚠️ Caliper Bracket Bolts	250	184	Use threadlocker.
Caliper Bracket Bolts	250	184	Use threadlocker.
⚠️ Caliper Bracket Bolts - Front	111	82	Torque to spec, use thread locker
Caliper Bracket Bolts - Front	111	82	Torque to spec, use thread locker
⚠️ Caliper Slide Bolts	39	29	Lubricate pins
Caliper Slide Bolts	39	29	Lubricate pins
Caliper Slide Pin Bolts	38	28	Lubricate pins before install
Caliper Slide Pin Bolts	38	28	Lubricate pins before install
Lug Nuts	204	150	150 lb-ft. Star pattern.
⚠️ Lug Nuts	204	150	150 lb-ft. Star pattern.
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	149	110	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	149	110	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for brake pads - front on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 15 Nm (11 lb-ft). Note: Copper washer recommended

There are 16 torque specifications for brake pads - front on the 2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.