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.
2012 Ford Explorer Base, 2.0 9FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Description | Part Number | Torque |
|---|---|---|
| Lower arm forward bolt | W707516 | 185 Nm (136 lb-ft) |
| Lower arm rearward bolts | W708848 | 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) |
| Lower ball joint nut | W714890 | 200 Nm (148 lb-ft) |
| Stabilizer bar bracket bolts | W505274 | 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) |
| Stabilizer bar link nuts | W520215 | 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) |
| Steering gear nuts and bolts EPAS | W713882 W714710 | 165 Nm (122 lb-ft) |
| Strut rod nut | W520215 | 133 Nm (98 lb-ft) |
| Strut-to-wheel knuckle nuts | W520216 | 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) |
| Subframe bracket bolts | W710999 | 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) |
| Subframe forward bolts | W714470 | 200 Nm (148 lb-ft) |
| Subframe rearward bolts | W714471 | 200 Nm (148 lb-ft) |
| Tie-rod end nut | W520215 | 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) |
| Upper strut mount nuts | W714682 | 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) |
| Wheel bearing and wheel hub bolts | W714516 | Refer to WHEEL BEARING AND WHEEL HUB |
| Wheel hub nut | W712435 | Refer to WHEEL BEARING AND WHEEL HUB |
| Wheel speed sensor bolt | W505255 | 15 Nm (133 lb-in) |
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.