1990-1997 Ford Ranger Valve Spring - Single Torque Specs

2.3L I4

Applies to 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, and 1997 Ford Ranger

Labor Time:3 hours

Torque Values (10 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Spark Plugs - Aluminum Head	20	15	Apply anti-seize to threads
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for valve spring - single on a 1990-1997 Ford Ranger is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

There are 10 torque specifications for valve spring - single on the 1990-1997 Ford Ranger 2.3L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.