Main Bearings Torque Specifications

2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6

Labor Time:20.7 hours

Torque Values (14 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts (Vertical)	90	66	Older Duratec: 66 lb-ft. Newer/EcoBoost often TTY (verify).
Main Bearing Cap Bolts (Vertical)	90	66	Older Duratec: 66 lb-ft. Newer/EcoBoost often TTY (verify).
⚠️ Main Bearing Side Bolts	30	22	22 lb-ft.
Main Bearing Side Bolts	30	22	22 lb-ft.
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	55	40	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	55	40	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—

The primary torque specification for main bearings on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 19 Nm (14 lb-ft).

There are 14 torque specifications for main bearings on the 2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.