2016-2019 Ford Explorer Head Gasket - Single Torque Specs

3.5L V6

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

Labor Time:13.8 hours

Torque Values (20 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	19	14	Torque sequence
Camshaft Cap Bolts	19	14	Torque sequence
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	35 +180°	26	REPLACE BOLTS. Step 1: 26 lb-ft. Step 2: 44 lb-ft. Step 3: Loosen 1 turn. Step 4: 26 lb-ft. Step 5: +90°. Step 6: +90°.
Cylinder Head Bolts	35 +180°	26	REPLACE BOLTS. Step 1: 26 lb-ft. Step 2: 44 lb-ft. Step 3: Loosen 1 turn. Step 4: 26 lb-ft. Step 5: +90°. Step 6: +90°.
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	39	29	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	39	29	—
Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
Intake Manifold Bolts	28	21	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	28	21	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Valve Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Valve Cover Bolts	16	12	—

The primary torque specification for head gasket - single on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 19 Nm (14 lb-ft). Note: Torque sequence

There are 20 torque specifications for head gasket - single on the 2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.