Starter Torque Specifications

2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6

Labor Time:2.1 hours

Torque Values (22 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Battery Cable Nut	16	12	—
Battery Cable Nut	16	12	—
⚠️ Battery Terminal Bolts	8	6	—
Battery Terminal Bolts	8	6	—
Bracket Bolts	23	17	—
Bracket Bolts	23	17	—
Connector Screws	4	3	—
Connector Screws	4	3	—
⚠️ Ground Bolt	16	12	—
Ground Bolt	16	12	—
Ground Strap Bolt	16	12	Clean contact surfaces
⚠️ Ground Strap Bolt	16	12	Clean contact surfaces
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	39	29	—
Mounting Bolts	39	29	—
⚠️ 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
⚠️ Terminal Bolts	8	6	—
Terminal Bolts	8	6	—

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

There are 22 torque specifications for starter on the 2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.