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.
2000 Ford Contour SVTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| A/C compressor bolts | 25 | 18 | - |
| A/C compressor clutch disc and hub bolt | 14 | 10 | - |
| A/C compressor manifold and tube suction fitting nut | 15 | 11 | - |
| A/C compressor manifold bolt | 15 | 11 | - |
| A/C (peanut) fitting nuts | 15 | 11 | - |
| Condenser inlet fitting nut | 15 | 11 | - |
| Heater core and evaporator core housing nuts | 9 | - | 80 |
| High-pressure Schrader-type valve | 2.5 | - | 22 |
| High-pressure service gauge port valve cap | 0.8 | - | 7 |
| Low-pressure Schrader-type valve | 1.8 | - | 16 |
| Low-pressure service gauge port valve cap | 0.8 | - | 7 |
| Secondary air injection pump bolts | 30 | 22 | - |
| Thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) fitting nut | 15 | 11 | - |
| Thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) manifold and tube bracket bolt | 8 | - | 71 |
| Washer reservoir filler neck bolt | 6 | - | 53 |
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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