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.
2008 Ford Explorer 4.0 E, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Description | Nm | lb-ft |
|---|---|---|
| 60 percent bench safety belt anchor bolt (early production with Torx® head) | 76 | 56 |
| 60 percent bench safety belt anchor bolt (late production with hex head) | 121 | 89 |
| Center and RH safety belt buckle bolts (Second row 60/40 bench and 60/40 with E-Z entry) | 40 | 30 |
| Center safety belt retractor anchor bolt (Second row 60/40 E-Z entry) | 55 | 41 |
| Center safety belt retractor bolt (Second row 60/40 bench and 60/40 with E-Z entry) | 75 | 55 |
| Child safety seat tether anchor bolt | 40 | 30 |
| Front row D-ring bolt | 48 | 35 |
| LH safety belt buckle bolt (Second row 60/40 bench and 60/40 with E-Z entry) | 55 | 41 |
| Safety belt buckle and pretensioner nuts | 36 | 27 |
| Safety belt buckle bolt (Second row bucket) | 47 | 35 |
| Safety belt retractor anchor bolts (except center safety belt retractor) | 40 | 30 |
| Safety belt retractor bolts (except center safety belt retractor) | 40 | 30 |
| Safety belt shoulder height adjuster bolt | 40 | 30 |
| Safety belt shoulder height adjuster D-ring bolt | 48 | 35 |
| Second row outboard D-ring bolt | 40 | 30 |
| Third row D-ring bolt | 40 | 30 |
| Third row safety belt buckle nut | 75 | 55 |
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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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