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.
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2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, FWD
Section 132 (Power Steering System): Specifications
2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, FWDSECTION Specifications
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossmember brace nuts | 48 | 35 | - |
| Crossmember brace bolts | 48 | 35 | - |
| Ground strap bolt | 6 | - | 53 |
| Inner tie rod | 120 | 89 | - |
| LH engine mount nut | 63 | 46 | - |
| Lower steering column shaft-to-upper steering column shaft bolt | 25 | 18 | - |
| Rearward subframe crossmember brace nuts | 48 | 35 | - |
| Starter motor solenoid B+ terminal nut | 12 | - | 106 |
| Starter motor solenoid S-terminal nut | 5 | - | 44 |
| Steering column shaft coupling bolts | 25 | 18 | - |
| Steering gear bolts | 115 | 85 | - |
| Strut tower cross brace bolts | 35 | 26 | - |
| Tie-rod end nuts | 80 | 59 | - |
| Tie-rod jam nuts | 55 | 41 | - |
| Transmission cooler tube bracket-to-engine mount nut | 48 | 35 | - |
| Transmission cooler tube bracket-to-transmission nut | 12 | - | 106 |
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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.