Spark Plug Service Torque Specifications

2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6

Labor Time:1.1 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Air Box Clips	5	4	—
Air Box Clips	5	4	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Engine Cover Clips	3	2	—
Engine Cover Clips	3	2	—
Ignition Coil Bolt	12	9	—
Ignition Coil Bolt	12	9	—
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
Spark Plug	23	17	Gap before install
⚠️ Spark Plug	23	17	Gap before install
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	140	103	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	140	103	Torque in star pattern

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

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