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Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specifications

2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 SOHC

Labor Time:20.7 hours

🔧 Torque Values51 specifications

Component	lb-ft	Nm	Notes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	10	14	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	10	14	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	10	14	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
⚠️ Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	59	80	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	59	80	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	59	80	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Cover Bolts	14	19	—
Cover Bolts	14	19	—
Cover Bolts	14	19	—
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	133	180	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	133	180	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	133	180	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Cylinder Head Bolts	75	101	Multi-step + angle
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	75	101	Multi-step + angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	75	101	Multi-step + angle
Electrical Connector Bolts	6	8	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	6	8	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	6	8	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	29	39	—
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	29	39	—
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	29	39	—
Gasket Surface Bolts	17	23	Clean mating surfaces
Gasket Surface Bolts	17	23	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	17	23	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	21	28	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	21	28	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	21	28	—
Mounting Bolts	40	54	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	40	54	—
Mounting Bolts	40	54	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	26	35	Use new crush washer
Oil Drain Plug	26	35	Use new crush washer
Oil Drain Plug	26	35	Use new crush washer
Rocker Arm Bolts	22	30	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Rocker Arm Bolts	22	30	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	22	30	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Mounting Bolts	7	10	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	7	10	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	7	10	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	18	25	Install with pin/clip to compress
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	18	25	Install with pin/clip to compress
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	18	25	Install with pin/clip to compress
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	18	25	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	18	25	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	18	25	Tighten in sequence
VVT Solenoid Bolt	7	10	—
VVT Solenoid Bolt	7	10	—
VVT Solenoid Bolt	7	10	—
Valve Cover Bolts	7	10	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	7	10	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	7	10	Tighten in sequence

⚠️ = Critical torque value | Always verify with vehicle-specific service manual

⚠️ Some critical specs are estimated. Please verify sequence.

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for head gaskets - both on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for head gaskets - both on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 14 Nm (10 lb-ft). Note: Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer head gaskets - both?

There are 51 torque specifications for head gaskets - both on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 SOHC, covering all related fasteners and components.

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