Knock Sensor Torque Specifications

2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6

Labor Time:2.3 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Knock Sensor	20	15	Torque critical for function
Knock Sensor	20	15	Torque critical for function
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—

The primary torque specification for knock sensor on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 19 Nm (14 lb-ft).

There are 16 torque specifications for knock sensor on the 2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.