1990-2005 Mercury Sable Front Main Seal Torque Specs

3.0L V6

Applies to 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Mercury Sable

Labor Time:4 hours

Torque Values (13 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	18	13	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	22	16	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Harmonic Balancer Bolt	180	133	Often TTY, may need impact
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Front section only
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 10mm	45	33	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for front main seal on a 1990-2005 Mercury Sable is 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).

There are 13 torque specifications for front main seal on the 1990-2005 Mercury Sable 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.