2011-2015 Ford Explorer Lifters/Tappets - All Torque Specs

3.5L V6

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

Labor Time:6.9 hours

Torque Values (24 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Camshaft Position Sensor	10	7	—
Camshaft Position Sensor	10	7	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	55	40	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	55	40	—
Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts	25	18	Tighten evenly in sequence
⚠️ Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts	25	18	Tighten evenly in sequence
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for lifters/tappets - all on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 14 Nm (10 lb-ft). Note: Tighten in sequence, 3 passes

There are 24 torque specifications for lifters/tappets - all on the 2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.