2011-2015 Ford Explorer Shift Solenoids - All Torque Specs

3.5L V6

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

Labor Time:7.8 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	70	52	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	70	52	—
⚠️ Pan Bolts	19	14	—
Pan Bolts	19	14	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Transmission Drain Plug	30	22	Use new crush washer if equipped
Transmission Drain Plug	30	22	Use new crush washer if equipped
Transmission Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in criss-cross pattern
Transmission Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in criss-cross pattern

The primary torque specification for shift solenoids - all on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

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