Intermediate Pipe Torque Specifications

2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6

Labor Time:1.1 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
⚠️ Exhaust Flange Bolts	45	33	Apply anti-seize
Exhaust Flange Bolts	45	33	Apply anti-seize
⚠️ Flange Bolts	54	40	Apply anti-seize
Flange Bolts	54	40	Apply anti-seize
Hanger Bolts	23	17	—
Hanger Bolts	23	17	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
Heat Shield Bolts	10	7	—
⚠️ Manifold Nuts	39	29	Apply anti-seize
Manifold Nuts	39	29	Apply anti-seize
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
⚠️ O2 Sensor	45	33	Apply anti-seize to threads only
O2 Sensor	45	33	Apply anti-seize to threads only

The primary torque specification for intermediate pipe on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

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