2002-2005 Ford Explorer Pistons - All Torque Specs

4.6L V8

Applies to 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:25.3 hours

Torque Values (33 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
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	—
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
Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	25	19	—
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	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	59	44	—
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	—
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pan 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	—

The primary torque specification for pistons - all on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 45 Nm (33 lb-ft). Note: TTY - critical torque plus angle

There are 33 torque specifications for pistons - all on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.