2016-2019 Ford Explorer Lifter - Single Torque Specs

2.3L I4 EcoBoost

Applies to 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:4.6 hours

Torque Values (22 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts	25	18	Tighten evenly in sequence
Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts	25	18	Tighten evenly in sequence
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
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 lifter - single on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for lifter - single on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer lifter - single?

There are 22 torque specifications for lifter - single on the 2016-2019 Ford Explorer 2.3L I4 EcoBoost, covering all related fasteners and components.