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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1987AEROSTAR VAN PASSENGER, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICAL3.0L V6 - VIN [U]TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
1987 Ford Aerostar Van Passenger, Standard
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) | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- 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.