Torque camshaft in 2001 4.0 v6 ranger - Cars & Trucks

The rod bearing cap bolt torque specifications for the 3.0L V6 engine in a 2000 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4 with a manual transmission are as follows:

• Step 1: Tighten the bolts to 15 foot-pounds of torque.
• Step 2: Tighten the bolts to 30 foot-pounds of torque.
• Step 3: Tighten the bolts an additional 90 degrees (1/4 turn) using a torque angle gauge.

It's important to follow the torque specifications and sequence in the manufacturer's service manual to ensure proper tightening and prevent damage to the engine.

There are 5 variations of the 3.0 V-6 for that year. What's the 8th digit of your VIN

SOHC V6 Torque Specs Camshaft sprocket bolt: (E/MWM)
Left: 63 lb-ft
Right:LHT 63 lb-ft or 45 lb-ft if using 6485 socket extension
Camshaft bearing cap bolt: (E/MWM)
Step 1: 53 lb-in
Step 2: 12 lb-ft https://www.explorerforum.com/forums/index.php?threads/sohc-v6-torque-specifications.406687/

Do you mean for bolts and fasteners for the entire engine or are you referring to the engine torque specifications reflecting horsepower? What size engine? 2.5L 4cyl, 3.0L V6, or 4.0L V6?

SOHC V6 Torque Specifications - Ford Explorer and Ranger Forums ...

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Jan 6, 2014 - TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ... ENGINE - 4.0L SOHC. 2002 FordExplorer Sport Trac 4.0L Eng. (1). (2) ... Oil Pan Ladder Frame Bolts (Inside).

Torque Specifications - AutoZone

...rotate the camshaft and crankshaft as necessary to align the timing marks. Install the camshaft gear and chain. Torque the bolt to 46 ft. lbs. (62 Nm).

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Hi Josiah:
According with the repair guide...4.0L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
   
2. Drain the engine oil.
   
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   Negative battery cable Engine from the vehicle Oil pan Engine front cover Cylinder heads
4. Lock the jackshaft tensioner by installing a pin.
   Jackshaft sprocket and chain assembly Left front cassette retaining bolt Cassette chain and tensioner assembly Rear jackshaft plug from the engine Right rear cassette retaining bolt and spacer Right rear cassette chain and tensioner Timing chain (s)
   
   

Fig. Remove the jackshaft sprocket-4.0L SOHC Engine 2000-2001
Zooming link for Remove the jackshaft sprocket-4.0L SOHC Engine 2000-2001

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   Timing chain(s) Right rear cassette chain, tensioner and sprocket Jackshaft sprocket and chain on the engine and remove the tensioner pin
   
2. Torque the jackshaft sprocket bolt in 2 stages:
   1. 32-35 ft. lbs. (43-47 Nm).
      
   2. Turn an additional 65 degrees.
      
3. Install or connect the following:
   Cylinder heads Front cover Oil pan Engine to the vehicle Negative battery cable
4. Fill the engine with clean oil.
   
5. Start the vehicle, check for leaks and repair if necessary.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
   
2. With the vehicle in neutral, position it on a hoist.
   
3. Remove the intake manifold.
   
4. Remove the fuel supply manifold.
   
5. Remove the accessory drive belt.
   
6. Remove the thermostat housing.
   
7. Remove the roller followers.
   NOTE You must retime the LH and RH camshafts when either camshaft is disturbed. Turn the crankshaft clockwise to position the number one cylinder at top dead center (TDC).
   
   NOTE The special tool must be installed on the damper and should contact the engine block to position the engine at TDC.
   
8. Install the special tool.
   NOTE The right-hand camshaft sprocket bolt is a left-hand threaded bolt.
   NOTE If necessary, use camshaft gear torque adapter to loosen the camshaft sprocket bolt.

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what engine? 2.3L 4 cylinder, 3.0L V6, 4.0L V6?

Assuming about cylinder head...



Fig. Front cylinder head bolt torque sequence - 3.5L (VIN H) engine

1. Install the cylinder head with a new gasket.
   
2. Install new M11 bolts and M6 bolts.
   
3. Torque the M11 bolts in sequence to:
   1. Step 1: 30 ft. lbs. (40 Nm).
      
   2. Step 2: 100 degree turn.
      
   3. Step 3: 100 degree turn.
      
   
   
4. Torque the long M6 bolt to 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm).
5. Torque both shorter M6 bolts to 106 inch lbs. (12 Nm).
6. Install or connect the following:
   Lifters Rocker arms Camshafts Primary chain
7. Remove the timing chain holding tool.
8. Install or connect the following:
   Camshaft covers. Torque the bolts to 80 inch lbs. (9 Nm). Exhaust manifold. Torque the bolts to 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm). Coolant crossover pipe. Torque the bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm). Intake manifold. Torque the bolts to 62 inch lbs. (7 Nm). New oil filter Negative battery cable

Hope helps.

Its a four step procedure.1. 59ft,lbs. 2.loosen one full turn. 3. 31-41ft lbs. 4. 63-73ft lbs. these are torque to yield bolts and must be new!