2011-2015 Ford Explorer Timing Chain Kit Torque Specs

3.5L V6

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

Labor Time:10.3 hours

Torque Values (30 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Cam Phaser Bolt	65	48	Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary
Cam Phaser Bolt	65	48	Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary
⚠️ Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Guide Bolts	28	21	—
Guide Bolts	28	21	—
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Tensioner Bolt	23	17	—
Tensioner Bolt	23	17	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
⚠️ Timing Chain Idler Sprocket	25	18	—
Timing Chain Idler Sprocket	25	18	—
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Timing Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Timing Cover Bolts - 10mm	45	33	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 10mm	45	33	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 6mm	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 6mm	10	7	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for timing chain kit on a 2011-2015 Ford Explorer is 65 Nm (48 lb-ft). Note: Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary

There are 30 torque specifications for timing chain kit on the 2011-2015 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.