Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2007 Ford Edge FWD V6-3.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
System Specifications
Cylinder Head
Inspect all areas of the deck face with a straightedge and feeler gauge. The cylinder head must not have depressions deeper than 0.0254 mm (0.001 inch) across a 38.1 mm (1.5 inch) square area, or scratches more than 0.0254 mm (0.001 inch).
Cylinder Head Bolts
The cylinder head bolts must be discarded and new bolts must be installed. They are tighten-to-yield designed and cannot be reused.
First pass 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs).
Second pass 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs).
Third pass Tighten 90°
Fourth pass Tighten 90°
Final pass Tighten 90°
Cylinder Head M6 Bolts 10 Nm (89 inch lbs).
Remove and discard the M6 bolts.
Upper intake manifold bolts 10 Nm (89 inch lbs).
Lower intake manifold bolts 10 Nm (89 inch lbs).
Camshaft bearing cap bolts 10 Nm (89 inch lbs).
Camshaft Sprocket Bolts
Remove and discard the camshaft sprocket bolts.
First pass 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs).
Second pass Loosen one full turn
Third pass 10 Nm (89 inch lbs)
Final pass Tighten 90°
Exhaust Manifold
Discard the nuts and studs.
Studs 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs).
Nuts 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs).
Inspect all areas of the deck face with a straightedge and feeler gauge. The cylinder head must not have depressions deeper than 0.0254 mm (0.001 inch) across a 38.1 mm (1.5 inch) square area, or scratches more than 0.0254 mm (0.001 inch).
Cylinder Head Bolts
The cylinder head bolts must be discarded and new bolts must be installed. They are tighten-to-yield designed and cannot be reused.
First pass 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs).
Second pass 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs).
Third pass Tighten 90°
Fourth pass Tighten 90°
Final pass Tighten 90°
Cylinder Head M6 Bolts 10 Nm (89 inch lbs).
Remove and discard the M6 bolts.
Upper intake manifold bolts 10 Nm (89 inch lbs).
Lower intake manifold bolts 10 Nm (89 inch lbs).
Camshaft bearing cap bolts 10 Nm (89 inch lbs).
Camshaft Sprocket Bolts
Remove and discard the camshaft sprocket bolts.
First pass 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs).
Second pass Loosen one full turn
Third pass 10 Nm (89 inch lbs)
Final pass Tighten 90°
Exhaust Manifold
Discard the nuts and studs.
Studs 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs).
Nuts 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs).
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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