2011 Ford Ranger engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor bracket	28.03–37.62 lbf⋅ft28.03–37.62 lbf⋅ft38–51 N⋅m
Alternator	27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft37–52 N⋅m
Generator bracket	27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft37–52 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump


2.5 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7)	21.39–32.45 lbf⋅ft21.39–32.45 lbf⋅ft29–44 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump


2.5 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7)	14.01–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.01–19.18 lbf⋅ft19–26 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


2.5 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7)	14.01–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.01–19.18 lbf⋅ft19–26 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


Central nuts	43.52–50.89 lbf⋅ft43.52–50.89 lbf⋅ft59–69 N⋅m
Screws	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m


Injection hoses	18.44–21.39 lbf⋅ft18.44–21.39 lbf⋅ft25–29 N⋅m
Injection nozzle (injector)	15.49–19.18 lbf⋅ft15.49–19.18 lbf⋅ft21–26 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump

expand_more2.5 TDdi with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7)


High-pressure pump	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger


Heat shields	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m
Otherwise	16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft22–27 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m
Coolant pump pulley	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m
Fan wheel	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head


Camshaft bearing	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m
helically from the inside out

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreScrews 1 – 18

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Screws 1 – 18.


First stage	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
Heed bolt length. See figure 1.

expand_moreScrews 1 – 18


Second stage	90–105°90–105°90–105°
Third stage	90–105°90–105°90–105°
Fourth stage	90–105°90–105°90–105°

expand_moreScrews 19


Fifth stage	13.28–14.75 lbf⋅ft13.28–14.75 lbf⋅ft18–20 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (maximum)


With screw head marking „I“	5.93 in5.93 in150.5 mm
With screw head marking „N“	4.51 in4.51 in114.5 mm
With screw head marking „W“	4.04 in4.04 in102.5 mm

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)


With screw head marking „I“	5.87–5.91 in5.87–5.91 in149–150 mm
With screw head marking „N“	4.46–4.48 in4.46–4.48 in113.2–113.8 mm
With screw head marking „W“	3.98–4.01 in3.98–4.01 in101.2–101.8 mm


Valve cover	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m
Valve play adjusting screw lock nuts	14.75–17.7 lbf⋅ft14.75–17.7 lbf⋅ft20–24 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	34.67–38.35 lbf⋅ft34.67–38.35 lbf⋅ft47–52 N⋅m
Second stage	83–98°83–98°83–98°


Crankshaft central screws	289.12–325.26 lbf⋅ft289.12–325.26 lbf⋅ft392–441 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


Dual-mass flywheel	111.37–118.75 lbf⋅ft111.37–118.75 lbf⋅ft151–161 N⋅m
Otherwise	70.81–75.97 lbf⋅ft70.81–75.97 lbf⋅ft96–103 N⋅m
Tighten the screws crosswise.

expand_moreMain bearing


First stage	11.06–25.81 lbf⋅ft11.06–25.81 lbf⋅ft15–35 N⋅m
helically from the inside out
Second stage	54.58–60.48 lbf⋅ft54.58–60.48 lbf⋅ft74–82 N⋅m
Third stage	Loosen all screws
Fourth stage	11.06–25.81 lbf⋅ft11.06–25.81 lbf⋅ft15–35 N⋅m
Fifth stage	31.72–33.93 lbf⋅ft31.72–33.93 lbf⋅ft43–46 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft37–52 N⋅m
Inlet camshaft wheel	90.72–103.26 lbf⋅ft90.72–103.26 lbf⋅ft123–140 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft wheel	90.72–103.26 lbf⋅ft90.72–103.26 lbf⋅ft123–140 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


Long screws	27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft37–52 N⋅m
Short screws	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	21.39–30.24 lbf⋅ft21.39–30.24 lbf⋅ft29–41 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Oil pump	14.01–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.01–19.18 lbf⋅ft19–26 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


2.5 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7)	6.64–8.11 lbf⋅ft6.64–8.11 lbf⋅ft9–11 N⋅m
2.5 TDdi with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7)	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m
3.0 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 3.0 L 154 HP at 3200 RPM, 380 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2006.5–2012.7)	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m
3.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 3.0 L 154 HP at 3200 RPM, 380 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2006.5–2012.7)	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m
Glow plugs	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


On the engine block	28.03–37.62 lbf⋅ft28.03–37.62 lbf⋅ft38–51 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_more2.5 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7)


On the engine block	27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft37–52 N⋅m


On engine bracket	39.83–55.32 lbf⋅ft39.83–55.32 lbf⋅ft54–75 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


Front	27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft37–52 N⋅m
Rear	47.2–65.64 lbf⋅ft47.2–65.64 lbf⋅ft64–89 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Heat shields	5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft8–11 N⋅m
Otherwise	16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft22–27 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	28.03–37.62 lbf⋅ft28.03–37.62 lbf⋅ft38–51 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2011 Ford Ranger user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Ford warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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