2016-2019 Ford Explorer Idler Arm Torque Specs

3.5L V6

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

Labor Time:1.1 hours

Torque Values (22 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Coupling Bolt	39	29	—
Coupling Bolt	39	29	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
⚠️ Idler Arm Bolts	75	55	—
Idler Arm Bolts	75	55	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	39	29	Use new O-rings
Power Steering Line Fittings	39	29	Use new O-rings
Rack Bolts	117	86	—
⚠️ Rack Bolts	117	86	—
Rack Mounting Bolts	117	86	—
⚠️ Rack Mounting Bolts	117	86	—
⚠️ Tie Rod Castle Nut	55	41	—
Tie Rod Castle Nut	55	41	—
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	62	46	Use new cotter pin
Tie Rod End Nut	62	46	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	62	46	—
Tie Rod Nut	62	46	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—

The primary torque specification for idler arm on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 39 Nm (29 lb-ft).

There are 22 torque specifications for idler arm on the 2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.