How to remove bolts on thermostat housing on 2003 Ford Explorer sport

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go by a place that installs transmissions and see if they have a diagram for the car you are working on make sure you have a good floor jack and someone to assist you

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Torque Specifications Description Nm lb-ft lb-in Brake caliper bolt 32 24 — Brake disc shield bolt 8 — 71 Fuel tank filler pipe bracket bolt 15 11 — Fuel tank filler pipe hose clamps 3 — 27 Halfshaft nut and washer 275 203 — Lower arm inboard bolt 250 185 — Lower arm outboard bolt 275 203 — Parking brake cable bracket bolt 10 — 89 Shock absorber lower bolt 275 203 — Shock absorber rod nut 65 48 — Shock absorber upper mount nut 30 22 — Stabilizer bar bracket nut 48 35 — Stabilizer bar link nut and grommet 30 22 — Toe link cam adjuster nut 275 203 — Toe link outboard bolt 325 240 — Trailing arm bolt 300 222 — Upper arm outboard bolt 225 166 — Upper arm inboard nut 250 185 — Wheel speed sensor bolt 8 — 71 Wheel knuckle bolt 275 203 —

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I had the same 'scratch my head' moments while looking at the engine trying to figure it out. I found this link on the web and it was VERY helpful! Pics and easy wording for me. I found that I didn't need the swivel ratchet that he suggested but DID need to be a contortionist a couple of times. Hard on the hands and knuckles but still doable. Good luck and lots of patience!

http://www.mysporttrac.com/mysporttrac/projects/SparkPlugs/SparkPlugsProject.pdf

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There is a set spec, but for the DIY mechanic,,
Using a !/4 " drive, with the correct long socket, apply a FIRM effort on the wrench, but obviously not too much, as to sheer the studs. Always use a NEW gasket on all mating surfaces.
Regards,DT

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SOURCE: Need bolt size to remove a harmonic balancer from

Most fords are 15/16 inch. butyou didnt state the engine size. Youll also need a harmonic balancer puller and most parts stores can rent you one some times for no charge ( just pay for it and bring it back all together and you'll get all or most of your money back). with the balancer off you'll need to ut it or a new one back on You need a harmonic balancer installer to put it on as beating it back onewith a hammer will damage the balancer and the crank and even the whole engine. If you don't want todo all of this just take it to a mechanic that doesthis work all the time ad hasthe correct tools to do itright. Yes you can beat it off and back on but you'll likly do exensive damage. ( not always). If you don't have the right sized sockets andthe power impac to remove the bolt you had best just hire the job done as this is not a do it youself job unless your a regular ( work all day every day) mechanic.