2002-2005 Ford Explorer Muffler Torque Specs

4.0L V6 SOHC

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

Labor Time:1.1 hours

Torque Values (27 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Clamp Bolts	54	40	—
Clamp Bolts	54	40	—
⚠️ Clamp Bolts	54	40	—
Flange Bolts	41	30	Apply anti-seize
⚠️ Flange Bolts	41	30	Apply anti-seize
Flange Bolts	41	30	Apply anti-seize
Hanger Bolts	20	15	—
Hanger Bolts	20	15	—
Hanger Bolts	20	15	—
Hanger Bracket Bolts	25	18	—
Hanger Bracket Bolts	25	18	—
Hanger Bracket Bolts	25	18	—
Heat Shield Bolts	16	12	—
Heat Shield Bolts	16	12	—
Heat Shield Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Manifold Nuts	39	29	Apply anti-seize
Manifold Nuts	39	29	Apply anti-seize
Manifold Nuts	39	29	Apply anti-seize
Muffler Clamps	55	41	—
Muffler Clamps	55	41	—
Muffler Clamps	55	41	—
O2 Sensor	54	40	Apply anti-seize to threads
⚠️ O2 Sensor	55	40	—
O2 Sensor	54	40	Apply anti-seize to threads
⚠️ O2 Sensor	54	40	Apply anti-seize to threads
O2 Sensor	55	40	—
O2 Sensor	55	40	—

The primary torque specification for muffler on a 2002-2005 Ford Explorer is 54 Nm (40 lb-ft).

There are 27 torque specifications for muffler on the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 SOHC, covering all related fasteners and components.