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1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WD
Torque Specifications
1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WDSECTION Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Ford Ranger and 1996 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accumulator To Evaporator | 26-31 (35-42) | |||
| Clutch Hub Nut | 10-14 (13-20) | |||
| Compressor Bracket-To-Engine | 31-43 (42-58) | |||
| Compressor-To-Bracket | 25-35 (34-47) | |||
| Condenser Mounting Screws | 10-14 (7-10) | |||
| Discharge Hose-To-Manifold | 17-27 (23-37) | |||
| Heater Hose Clamps | 15-20 (21-27) | |||
| Liquid Line-To-Evaporator Core | 15-20 (20-27) | |||
| Manifold & Tube Bolt | 13-17 (17-23) | |||
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | ||||
| Condenser Mounting Bracket Bolts | 53-71 (6-8) | |||
| Cycling Pressure Switch | ||||
| Metal Base | 62-115 (7-13) | |||
| Plastic Base | (1) | |||
| Evaporator Housing-To-Dash Panel Nuts | 27-44 (3.4-4.8) | |||
| Evaporator Housing-To-Dash Panel Screw | 71 (8) | |||
| Heater Plenum Chamber-To-Dash Panel Nuts | 27-44 (3-5) | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.