2016-2019 Ford Explorer Subframe Torque Specs

3.5L V6 EcoBoost

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

Labor Time:6.9 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Ball Joint Nut	102	75	Use new cotter pin
Ball Joint Nut	102	75	Use new cotter pin
Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Strut Bolts	133	98	—
Strut Bolts	133	98	—
Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
Sway Bar Link	71	52	—
Sway Bar Link	71	52	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for subframe on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 102 Nm (75 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pin

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