Starter Torque Specifications

2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8

Labor Time:2.1 hours

Torque Values (21 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Battery Cable Nut	17	13	—
⚠️ Battery Cable Nut	17	13	—
Battery Cable Nut	17	13	—
⚠️ Ground Bolt	17	13	—
Ground Bolt	17	13	—
Ground Bolt	17	13	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	42	31	—
Mounting Bolts	42	31	—
Mounting Bolts	42	31	—
⚠️ Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	Long bolt may need extension
Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	Long bolt may need extension
Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	Long bolt may need extension
Starter Solenoid Nut	12	9	For B+ cable
Starter Solenoid Nut	12	9	For B+ cable
⚠️ Starter Solenoid Nut	12	9	For B+ cable
Terminal Bolts	8	6	—
⚠️ Terminal Bolts	8	6	—
Terminal Bolts	8	6	—

The primary torque specification for starter on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 17 Nm (13 lb-ft).

There are 21 torque specifications for starter on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.