2009-2012 Ford Flex Valve Adjustment Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Ford Flex

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (8 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	55	40	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Valve Lash Adjusting Screw Lock Nut	20	15	Hold screw while tightening

The primary torque specification for valve adjustment on a 2009-2012 Ford Flex is 19 Nm (14 lb-ft).

There are 8 torque specifications for valve adjustment on the 2009-2012 Ford Flex 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.