Ford Explorer Lug Nut Torque by Year
Newest year we have: the 2026 Ford Explorer manual lists 150 lb-ft. Across 2010–2026 it changes by year and version, so check yours below. Each year links to its owner's manual page.
Most Ford Explorer years we have list 100 lb-ft (2010–2014, 2016–2019); others list 150 lb-ft (2020–2026). Some years list more than one, by engine or version: check yours below.

| Year | Lug nut torque | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 150 lb-ft ≈ 203 N·m | 2026 manual → |
| 2025 | 150 lb-ft ≈ 203 N·m | 2025 manual → |
| 2024 | 150 lb-ft ≈ 203 N·m | 2024 manual → |
| 2023 | 150 lb-ft ≈ 203 N·m | 2023 manual → |
| 2022 | 150 lb-ft ≈ 203 N·m | 2022 manual → |
| 2021 | 150 lb-ft ≈ 203 N·m | 2021 manual → |
| 2020 | 150 lb-ft ≈ 203 N·m | 2020 manual → |
| 2019 | 100 lb-ft ≈ 136 N·m | 2019 manual → |
| 2018 | 100 lb-ft ≈ 136 N·m | 2018 manual → |
| 2017 | 100 lb-ft ≈ 136 N·m | 2017 manual → |
| 2016 | 100 lb-ft ≈ 136 N·m | 2016 manual → |
| 2014 | 100 lb-ft ≈ 136 N·m | 2014 manual → |
| 2013 | 100 lb-ft ≈ 136 N·m | 2013 manual → |
| 2012 | 100 lb-ft ≈ 136 N·m | 2012 manual → |
| 2011 | 100 lb-ft ≈ 136 N·m | 2011 manual → |
| 2010 | 100 lb-ft ≈ 136 N·m | 2010 manual → |
Years are the 2010–2026 model years we have the owner's manual for. Open a year to see every version and the page it's printed on.
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