2016-2019 Ford Explorer Ball Joints - Upper and Lower Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:3.4 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	102	75	Use new cotter pin
Ball Joint Nut	102	75	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
⚠️ Pinch Bolt	70	52	New bolt
Pinch Bolt	70	52	New bolt
⚠️ Strut Bolts	133	98	—
Strut Bolts	133	98	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	71	52	—
Sway Bar Link	71	52	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	Torque in star pattern

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for ball joints - upper and lower on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for ball joints - upper and lower on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 102 Nm (75 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pin

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer ball joints - upper and lower?

There are 16 torque specifications for ball joints - upper and lower on the 2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.