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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1993TEMPO LX, 2.3 X, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERINGSTEERING SYSTEM - POWERTORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
1993 Ford Tempo LX, 2.3 X, Standard
Torque Specifications
1993 Ford Tempo LX, 2.3 X, StandardSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|---|
| Bracket-To-Engine Bolts | 30-45 (41-61) |
| Outlet Fitting | 25-39 (34-53) |
| Pivot Bolt | 30-45 (41-61) |
| Pressure Hose-To-Pump Nut | 10-15 (14-20) |
| Pump-To-Bracket Bolt | 30-45 (41-61) |
| Quick-Connect Fitting | 20-25 (27-34) |
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Mount Nut | 49-70 (66-95) | |||
| External Transfer Tubes | 15-25 (20-34) | |||
| Gear-To-Crossmember Mounting Bolt Nut | ||||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 40-55 (54-75) | |||
| Mustang | 30-40 (41-55) | |||
| Intermediate Shaft-To-Steering Column | 15-25 (20-34) | |||
| Intermediate Shaft-To-Steering Gear Bolt | 30-38 (41-51) | |||
| Pinion Bearing Cap | ||||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 35-45 (47-61) | |||
| Mustang | 40-50 (54-68) | |||
| Pinion Bearing Lock Nut | ||||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 20-35 (27-47) | |||
| Mustang | 30-40 (41-54) | |||
| Pressure Line Fitting (At Gear) | 15-25 (20-34) | |||
| Pressure Line Fitting (At Power Cylinder) | ||||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 12-17 (16-23) | |||
| Mustang | 22-28 (30-38) | |||
| Pressure Line Fitting (At Pump) | 10-15 (14-20) | |||
| Return Line Fitting (At Gear) | 15-25 (20-34) | |||
| Steering Flex Coupling Bolt | 20-30 (27-41) | |||
| Tie Rod Ball Socket Assembly-To-Rack | 55-65 (75-88) | |||
| Tie Rod End-To-Spindle Arm Nut | 35-47 (47-63) | |||
| Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Jam Nut | ||||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 42-50 (57-68) | |||
| Mustang | 35-50 (47-68) | |||
| Wheel Lug Nut | 85-105 (115-142) | |||
| Yoke Plug Lock Nut | ||||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 40-50 (54-68) | |||
| Mustang | 44-66 (60-89) | |||
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | ||||
| Boot Clamp Screw | 20-30 (2.3-3.4) | |||
| Weather Boot-To-Dash Panel | 48-60 (5.4-6.8) | |||
| Yoke Plug | (1) 45-50 (5.1-5.7) | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.