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2002-2005 Ford Explorer Valve Job - Complete Torque Specs

4.6L V8

Applies to 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Ford Explorer

Labor Time:11.5 hours

🔧 Torque Values42 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	15	20	—
Cover Bolts	15	20	—
Cover Bolts	15	20	—
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	48	65	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	48	65	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	48	65	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	22	30	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	22	30	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	22	30	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Gasket Bolts	19	25	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	19	25	—
Gasket Bolts	19	25	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	18	25	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	18	25	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	18	25	—
Mounting Bolts	44	59	—
Mounting Bolts	25	34	—
Mounting Bolts	44	59	—
Mounting Bolts	25	34	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	44	59	—
Mounting Bolts	25	34	—
⚠️ 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 Bolts	10	14	—
Sensor Bolts	10	14	—
Sensor Bolts	10	14	—
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
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 valve job - complete on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer?

The primary torque specification for valve job - complete 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 valve job - complete?

There are 42 torque specifications for valve job - complete on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.

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