Torque Specifications

1991 Ford Ranger 4WD V6-245 4.0LSECTION Torque Specifications
Oil Filter Adapter - Through Bolt 35-40 Newton Meter (Nm)
Water Pump to Front Cover - Bolts 8.5-12 Newton Meter (Nm)
Cylinder Front Cover - Bolts 17-21 Newton Meter (Nm)
Timing Chain Guide - Bolts 10-12 Newton Meter (Nm)
Timing Chain Tensioner - Bolts 9-11 Newton Meter (Nm)
Camshaft Sprocker - Bolt 60-68 Newton Meter (Nm)
Rocker Arm Stand - Bolts 62-70 Newton Meter (Nm)
Rocker Arm Cover - Bolts 4-7 Newton Meter (Nm)
E-DIS Coil Bracket to Engine - Bolts 26-32 Newton Meter (Nm)
Upper Intake Manifold - Nuts 20-25 Newton Meter (Nm)
Camshaft Thrust Plate - Screws 9-13 Newton Meter (Nm)
Oil Pump Drive Assembly Hold Down - Bolt 17-21 Newton Meter (Nm)
Thermostat Housing - Bolts 9-13 Newton Meter (Nm)
Oil Pressure Switch 18-22 Newton Meter (Nm)
Coolant Temperature Sensor 12-18 Newton Meter (Nm)
Coolant Temperature Sender 4.5-7 Newton Meter (Nm)
Oil Pan - Bolts and Nuts 7-10 Newton Meter (Nm)
Oil Pump Pick-Up To Pump-Screws 9-13 Newton Meter (Nm)
Oil Pump to Engine Block - Screws 17-21 Newton Meter (Nm)
Connecting Rod Bearing Cap - Nuts 25-32 Newton Meter (Nm)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap - Bolts 90-104 Newton Meter (Nm)
Crankshaft Oil Baffle - Nuts 17-21 Newton Meter (Nm)
Cylinder Head - Bolts -
Tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence in three steps: Step 1: 30 Nm (22 ft-lb). Step 2: 70 Nm (52 ft lb). Step 3: Rotate the cylinder head bolts an additional 90 degrees tighter in sequence.
Lower Intake Manifold - Nuts and Bolts -
Tighten the intake manifold in sequence in four steps: Step 1: 4-8 Nm (3-6 ft-lbs). Step 2: 8-15 Nm (6-11 ft-lbs). Step 3: 15-21 Nm (11-15 ft-lbs). Step 4: 21-25 Nm (15-18 ft-lbs).
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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.