2016-2019 Ford Explorer Radiator Cap Torque Specs

3.5L V6

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

Labor Time:0.1 hours

Torque Values (20 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Coolant Drain Plug	15	11	—
Coolant Drain Plug	15	11	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Drain Petcock	8	6	Hand tight
Drain Petcock	8	6	Hand tight
Fan Bolts	12	9	—
Fan Bolts	12	9	—
Hose Clamps	3	2	—
Hose Clamps	3	2	—
Housing Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Housing Bolts	16	12	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
⚠️ Pump Bolts	28	21	Torque in sequence
Pump Bolts	28	21	Torque in sequence
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
⚠️ Water Pump Bolts	25	18	Tighten in criss-cross pattern
Water Pump Bolts	25	18	Tighten in criss-cross pattern

The primary torque specification for radiator cap on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).

There are 20 torque specifications for radiator cap on the 2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.