Torque Specifications

1994 Ford Escort Base, StandardSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Intermediate Shaft-To-Pinion Shaft Clamp Bolt 13-20 (18-27)
Steering Gear Bracket Bolts 27-38 (37-52)
Tie Rod End Castle Nut (1) 31-42 (42-57)
Tie Rod End Lock Nuts 25-29 (34-39)
Tie Rod-To-Rack 50-60 (68-81)
Transaxle Support Extension Bar Nut 23-34 (31-46)
(1) Turn to next castellation cotter pin slot after tightening.
RENDER: 1.0x

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