Strut Assembly - Front Torque Specifications

2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6

Labor Time:2.3 hours

Torque Values (14 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	148	109	—
Control Arm Bolts	148	109	—
⚠️ Lower Strut Bolt	475	350	⚠️ 350-406 lb-ft. Verify exact year. Massive torque required.
Lower Strut Bolt	475	350	⚠️ 350-406 lb-ft. Verify exact year. Massive torque required.
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	55	40	—
Strut Tower Nuts	55	40	—
⚠️ Strut-to-Knuckle Bolts	140	104	—
Strut-to-Knuckle Bolts	140	104	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	70	52	—
Sway Bar Link	70	52	—
⚠️ Upper Mount Nuts	41	30	—
Upper Mount Nuts	41	30	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—

The primary torque specification for strut assembly - front on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 148 Nm (109 lb-ft).

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