2011-2015 Ford Explorer Wheel Hub - Front Torque Specs

3.5L V6

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

Labor Time:1.7 hours

Torque Values (18 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Axle Nut	281	207	—
Axle Nut	281	207	—
⚠️ Axle Nut (4WD)	250	184	4WD models only. 2WD uses adjustable castle nut.
Axle Nut (4WD)	250	184	4WD models only. 2WD uses adjustable castle nut.
⚠️ Axle Nut (IWE)	34	25	⚠️ CAUTION: Small nut on 4WD IWE shaft. DO NOT OVERTORQUE or IWE will break. 2WD large nut is 295 lb-ft.
Axle Nut (IWE)	34	25	⚠️ CAUTION: Small nut on 4WD IWE shaft. DO NOT OVERTORQUE or IWE will break. 2WD large nut is 295 lb-ft.
⚠️ CV Bolts	70	52	—
CV Bolts	70	52	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Hub-to-Knuckle Bolts	175	129	Check manual for IWE (4WD) actuator alignment.
⚠️ Hub-to-Knuckle Bolts	175	129	Check manual for IWE (4WD) actuator alignment.
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
⚠️ Wheel Bearing Unit Bolts	120	89	Excludes 2WD Ranger with separate bearings.
Wheel Bearing Unit Bolts	120	89	Excludes 2WD Ranger with separate bearings.
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—

The primary torque specification for wheel hub - front on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 281 Nm (207 lb-ft).

There are 18 torque specifications for wheel hub - front on the 2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.