How to Service the Timing Chain Tensioner on the Left-Hand Side on 2005 Ford Explorer?

The first step to servicing the left-hand side hydraulic chain tensioner includes removing it. Follow the steps for new tensioner installation by tightening it to 44 Nm (32 ft. lbs.). Engine oil of good quality should be used to lubricate the O-ring seal before putting it into service. Dispose of the previous O-ring seal while performing the reverse order of removal to finish the installation process.

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2005 Ford Explorer Tensioner, Driver Side Part Number: F6AZ-6L266-CA
$49.43 MSRP: $70.72
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Tensioner - Timing Chain; Timing Belt Tensioner; Timing Belt Kit
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: F6AZ-6L266-AA
- Base No.: 6L266
- Item Weight: 1.10 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.6 x 4.7 x 2.6 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: F6AZ-6L266-CA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLT, XLT Sport | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2005 Ford Explorer Tensioner, Passenger Side Part Number: 1L3Z-6L266-AA
$47.29 MSRP: $58.48
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Tensioner - Timing Chain; Balance Shaft Tensioner; Timing Belt Tensioner; Timing Belt Kit; Belt Tensioner
- Position: Passenger Side
- Base No.: 6L266
- Item Weight: 0.60 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 1L3Z-6L266-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLT, XLT Sport | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2005 Ford Explorer Tensioner, Lower Part Number: 1L2Z-6L266-AA
$21.46 MSRP: $30.43
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Balance Shaft Tensioner; Timing Belt Tensioner; Timing Belt Kit; Belt Tensioner
- Manufacturer Note: Balance shaft tensioner, SOHC
- Position: Lower
- Replaces: XL2Z-6L266-BA
- Base No.: 6L266
- Item Weight: 0.40 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 1L2Z-6L266-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

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2005 Ford Explorer Timing Chain Tensioner Parts Q&A

Q: How to Service the Timing Chain Tensioner on the Left-Hand Side on 2005 Ford Explorer?
A: The first step to servicing the left-hand side hydraulic chain tensioner includes removing it. Follow the steps for new tensioner installation by tightening it to 44 Nm (32 ft. lbs.). Engine oil of good quality should be used to lubricate the O-ring seal before putting it into service. Dispose of the previous O-ring seal while performing the reverse order of removal to finish the installation process.