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Ball Joints - Upper and Lower Torque Specifications

2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8

Labor Time:3.4 hours

🔧 Torque Values21 specifications

Component	lb-ft	Nm	Notes
Ball Joint Nut	81	110	—
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	81	110	—
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	94	127	New cotter pin
Ball Joint Nut	94	127	New cotter pin
Ball Joint Nut	81	110	—
Ball Joint Nut	94	127	New cotter pin
Control Arm Bolts	122	165	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Control Arm Bolts	122	165	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	122	165	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
⚠️ Pinch Bolt	56	76	New bolt
Pinch Bolt	56	76	New bolt
Pinch Bolt	56	76	New bolt
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	37	50	—
Strut Tower Nuts	37	50	—
Strut Tower Nuts	37	50	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	41	55	Hold shaft with Allen key
Sway Bar Link Nuts	41	55	Hold shaft with Allen key
Sway Bar Link Nuts	41	55	Hold shaft with Allen key
Wheel Lug Nuts	125	169	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	125	169	—
Wheel Lug Nuts	125	169	—

⚠️ = 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 ball joints - upper and lower on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for ball joints - upper and lower on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 110 Nm (81 lb-ft).

How many torque specs are there for Ford Explorer ball joints - upper and lower?

There are 21 torque specifications for ball joints - upper and lower on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.

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