2011-2015 Ford Explorer Leaf Spring Shackle Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:1.1 hours

Torque Values (14 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	101	75	—
Ball Joint Nut	101	75	—
⚠️ 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 Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—

The primary torque specification for leaf spring shackle on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 101 Nm (75 lb-ft).

There are 14 torque specifications for leaf spring shackle on the 2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.