Water Pump Torque Specifications

2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6

Labor Time:12.5 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Drain Petcock	8	6	Hand tight
Drain Petcock	8	6	Hand tight
Fan Bolts	12	9	—
Fan Bolts	12	9	—
Hose Clamps	3	2	—
Hose Clamps	3	2	—
⚠️ Housing Bolts	16	12	—
Housing Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Pump Bolts	28	21	Torque in sequence
Pump Bolts	28	21	Torque in sequence
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
Timing Cover Bolts	23	17	If accessed
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts	23	17	If accessed
⚠️ Water Pump Bolts	10	89	Internal water pump driven by timing chain on 3.5L/3.7L. Coolant can mix with oil if it fails.
Water Pump Bolts	10	89	Internal water pump driven by timing chain on 3.5L/3.7L. Coolant can mix with oil if it fails.

The primary torque specification for water pump on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 8 Nm (6 lb-ft). Note: Hand tight

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