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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999WINDSTAR BASE, VAN CARGO, 3.8 4REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1847 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (EXCEPT HYBRID))SPECIFICATIONSTORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
1999 Ford Windstar Base, Van Cargo, 3.8 4
Torque Specifications Table
1999 Ford Windstar Base, Van Cargo, 3.8 4SECTION Torque Specifications Table
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block heater | 40 | 30 | - |
| Cooling fan module bolt | 7 | - | 62 |
| Coolant inlet pipe bolts | 10 | - | 89 |
| Coolant inlet pipe hose clamp | 5 | - | 44 |
| Coolant pump bolts (2.5L) | 10 | - | 89 |
| Coolant pump bolts (3.0L) | 10 | - | 89 |
| Coolant pump bolts (3.5L) a | - | - | - |
| Coolant pump housing nuts and bolts (3.0L) | 10 | - | 89 |
| Coolant pump housing studs (3.0L) | 4 | - | 35 |
| Coolant pump pulley bolts (2.5L) | 20 | - | 177 |
| Degas bottle-to-fender bolt and nut | 9 | - | 80 |
| Engine oil filter a | - | - | - |
| Oil pan drain plug (3.5L) | 27 | 20 | - |
| Primary timing chain guide bolts (3.5L) | 10 | - | 89 |
| Primary timing chain tensioner bolts (3.5L) | 10 | - | 89 |
| Thermostat housing bolts | 10 | - | 89 |
| Transmission cooler tubes | 30 | 22 | - |
| Upper radiator support bracket bolts | 10 | - | 89 |
| Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) oil control solenoid housing bolts (3.5L) a | - | - | - |
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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.