Torque Specifications

1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Brake & HCU Tube Fittings 11-15 (15-20)
Rear Wheel Sensor Bolt 25-30 (34-41)
Wheel Lug Nuts 100 (135)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β 
ABS Control Module Screws 53-72 (6-8)
Bleeder Screw 72-108 (8-12)
HCU Nuts 97-115 (11-13)
Front Wheel Sensor Bolt 72-89 (8-10)
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.
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