Subframe Torque Specifications

2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6

Labor Time:6.9 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	102	75	Use new cotter pin
Ball Joint Nut	102	75	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	133	98	—
Strut Bolts	133	98	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	71	52	—
Sway Bar Link	71	52	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for subframe on a 2016-2019 Ford Explorer is 102 Nm (75 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pin

There are 16 torque specifications for subframe on the 2016-2019 Ford Explorer 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.