Explorer 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
Flex Plate: Specifications
Install the flexplate.
Tighten the 8 new bolts in the sequence shown in 3 stages.
Stage 1: Tighten to......................................................................................................................................................................................13 Nm (115 lb-in).
Stage 2: Tighten to.........................................................................................................................................................................................50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
Stage 3: Tighten an additional.................................................................................................................................................................................90 degrees.