Engine Rebuild Torque Specifications

2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8

Labor Time:28.7 hours

Torque Values (69 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	20	15	—
Cover Bolts	20	15	—
Cover Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
Sensor Bolts	14	10	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for engine rebuild on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for engine rebuild on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer engine rebuild?

There are 69 torque specifications for engine rebuild on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.