Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1998 Ford Contour Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental | |||
| Front & Rear Lower Control Arm-To-Body Bolt | 50-68 (68-92) | ||
| Front Upper Shock Mount Nut | 20 (27) | ||
| Tie Rod Lock Nut | 25-34 (37-47) | ||
| Contour, Cougar & Mystique | |||
| Rear Control Arm & Bushing Retaining Bolt | 62 (84) | ||
| Tie Rod Lock Nut | 30 (41) | ||
| Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car | |||
| Cam Retaining Nut | 129 (175) | ||
| Tie Rod Sleeve Clamp Bolts | 21 (29) | ||
| Escort & Tracer | |||
| Rear Control Arm & Bushing Bolt | 63-86 (86-116) | ||
| Tie Rod Lock Nut | 25-29 (34-39) | ||
| Upper Strut Mount Nut | 34-47 (47-63) | ||
| Mark VIII | |||
| Front Suspension | |||
| Cam Bolt | 98-114 (133-155) | ||
| Lower Control Arm Strut Nut | 94-126 (127-172) | ||
| Tie Rod Lock Nut | 50-67 (68-92) | ||
| Rear Suspension | |||
| Camber Adjustment Nut | 34-47 (47-63) | ||
| Cam Bolt | 34-47 (47-63) | ||
| Lower Arm Inner Pivot Nut | 141-190 (191-258) | ||
| Mustang | |||
| Rear Camber Adjustment Nut | 66 (90) | ||
| Tie Rod Lock Nut | 41 (55) | ||
| Upper Strut Mount Nut | 30 (40) | ||
| Sable & Taurus | |||
| Sedan | |||
| Front Strut Mounting Bracket Nut | 22-30 (30-40) | ||
| Front Tie Rod Lock Nut | 35-46 (47-63) | ||
| Rear Alignment Kit Cam Nut | 40-55 (54-74) | ||
| Rear Control Arm-To-Spindle Nut | 50-68 (68-92) | ||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar Bracket Bolt | 14-19 (19-26) | ||
| Rear Suspension Tension Strut-To-Spindle Nut | 34-46 (46-63) | ||
| Upper Rear Suspension Arm-To-Body Bolt | 72-97 (98-132) | ||
| Station Wagon | |||
| Front Strut Mounting Bracket Nut | 22-30 (30-40) | ||
| Front Tie Rod Lock Nut | 35-46 (47-63) | ||
| Lower Rear Control Arm-To-Body Nut | 50-68 (68-92) | ||
| Rear Alignment Kit Cam Nut | 50-68 (68-92) | ||
| Rear Control Arm-To-Spindle Nut | 50-68 (68-92) | ||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar Bracket-To-Lower Arm Bolt | 14-19 (19-26) | ||
| Rear Strut Mounting Upper Mounting Nut | 19-25 (25-34) | ||
| Rear Suspension Tension Strut-To-Spindle Nut | 35-46 (46-63) | ||
| Upper Rear Suspension Arm-To-Body Bolt | 72-97 (98-132) | ||
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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