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 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Description | N.m | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant temperature sender, 2.3L | 20 | 15 | - |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor 3.0L | 20 | 15 | - |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor 4.0L | 15 | 11 | - |
| Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) | 41 | 30 | - |
| PCM connector to module bolt | 7 | - | 62 |
| Idle air control (IAC) valve bolts - 3.0L | 11 | 8 | - |
| Idle air control valve bolts - 2.3L, 4.0L | 10 | - | 89 |
| Mass air flow (MAF) sensor bolts | 11 | 8 | - |
| Camshaft synchronizer housing bolt - 3.0L | 30 | 22 | - |
| PCM cover nuts | 5 | - | 44 |
| CKP sensor bolts - 3.0L, 4.0L | 10 | - | 89 |
| CKP sensor bolts 2.3L | 7 | - | 62 |
| CMP sensor bolts 3.0L | 3 | - | 27 |
| CMP sensor bolts 4.0L | 8 | - | 71 |
| CMP sensor bolts 2.3L | 7 | - | 62 |
| Throttle position (TP) sensor | 4 | - | 35 |
| Knock sensor (KS) bolt | 20 | 15 | - |
| Camshaft synchronizer housing bolt - 4.0L | 19 | 14 | - |
| Cylinder head temperature (CHT) sensor | 12 | - | 9 |
| Catalyst Monitor Sensor | 41 | 30 | - |
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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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