Torque Specifications

1987 Ford Aerostar Van Passenger, StandardSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Connecting Rod Nuts 23-29 (31-39)
Crankshaft Damper Bolt 141-169 (192-230)
Cylinder Head Bolts
1st Step 48-54 (65-73)
2nd Step 63-80 (86-109)
Exhaust Manifold Bolts 15-22 (20-30)
Flywheel Bolts 54-64 (73-87)
Idler Pulley Bolts 30-40 (41-54)
Intake Manifold Bolts
1st Step 11 (15)
2nd Step 18 (24)
Main Bearing Cap Bolts 65-81 (88-110)
Oil Pump Bolts 15-18 (20-24)
Water Pump Bolts 15-18 (20-24)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β 
Front Cover (Nuts and Bolts) 70 (8)
Oil Pan Bolts 55 (6)
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.