2006-2010 Ford Explorer Rack and Pinion Boots Torque Specs

4.6L V8

Applies to 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:2.3 hours

Torque Values (24 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	14	10	—
Cover Screws	14	10	—
Cover Screws	14	10	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings
Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings
Rack Bolts	127	94	—
⚠️ Rack Bolts	127	94	—
Rack Bolts	127	94	—
⚠️ Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	—
Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	—
Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	—
⚠️ Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin
Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin
Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	68	50	—
Tie Rod Nut	68	50	—
Tie Rod Nut	68	50	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	169	125	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	169	125	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	169	125	—

The primary torque specification for rack and pinion boots on a 2006-2010 Ford Explorer is 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).

There are 24 torque specifications for rack and pinion boots on the 2006-2010 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.