Differential Service Torque Specifications

2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6

Labor Time:0.6 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Air Box Clips	5	4	—
Air Box Clips	5	4	—
⚠️ Cover Bolts	39	29	RTV sealant
Cover Bolts	39	29	RTV sealant
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
⚠️ Drain Plug	47	35	New washer
Drain Plug	47	35	New washer
⚠️ Fill Plug	47	35	—
Fill Plug	47	35	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	140	103	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	140	103	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for differential service on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 5 Nm (4 lb-ft).

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