2020-2024 Ford Explorer Kickdown Cable Torque Specs

2.3L I4 EcoBoost

Applies to 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:0.9 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	11	8	—
Cover Screws	11	8	—
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	61	45	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
Mounting Bolts	61	45	—
⚠️ Pan Bolts	16	12	—
Pan Bolts	16	12	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Transmission Drain Plug	30	22	Use new crush washer if equipped
Transmission Drain Plug	30	22	Use new crush washer if equipped
Transmission Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in criss-cross pattern
Transmission Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in criss-cross pattern

The primary torque specification for kickdown cable on a 2020-2024 Ford Explorer is 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).

There are 16 torque specifications for kickdown cable on the 2020-2024 Ford Explorer 2.3L I4 EcoBoost, covering all related fasteners and components.