2003-2003 Ford Explorer Upper Control Arm Torque Specs

4.6L V8

Labor Time:1.7 hours

Torque Values (7 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	110	81	—
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	34	25	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	144	106	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	169	125	—

The primary torque specification for upper control arm on a 2003-2003 Ford Explorer is 110 Nm (81 lb-ft).

There are 7 torque specifications for upper control arm on the 2003-2003 Ford Explorer 4.6L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.