1996-1999 Ford Taurus Flexplate Torque Specs

3.0L V6 Duratec

Applies to 1996, 1997, 1998, and 1999 Ford Taurus

Labor Time:5 hours

Torque Values (8 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	17	13	—
⚠️ Flexplate Bolts	85	63	Automatic transmissions \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Torque Converter Bolts	50	37	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL

The primary torque specification for flexplate on a 1996-1999 Ford Taurus is 17 Nm (13 lb-ft).

There are 8 torque specifications for flexplate on the 1996-1999 Ford Taurus 3.0L V6 Duratec, covering all related fasteners and components.