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 ZX2 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| A/C clutch disc and hub bolt | 13 | 10 | - |
| A/C compressor bolts | 25 | 18 | - |
| A/C compressor fitting nuts (suction and discharge) | 15 | 11 | - |
| A/C compressor pressure relief valve | 10 | - | 89 |
| Battery tray bolts | 28 | 21 | - |
| Charge air cooler (CAC) tube clamps | 12 | 9 | - |
| Compressor suction line fitting nut | 15 | 11 | - |
| Condenser bracket bolts | 12 | 9 | - |
| Condenser fitting nuts (inlet and outlet) (4.6L, 5.4L and 6.8L) | 15 | 11 | - |
| Condenser fitting nuts (inlet and outlet) (6.0L diesel) | 8 | - | 71 |
| Cowl ground strap bolt | 8 | - | 71 |
| Evaporator inlet fitting | 18 | 13 | - |
| Evaporator inlet fitting bracket screw | 2 | - | 18 |
| Evaporator outlet fitting | 39 | 29 | - |
| High-pressure service gauge port valve cap | 0.8 | - | 7 |
| High-pressure Schrader-type valve | 2.5 | - | 22 |
| Junction box bracket bolts | 28 | 21 | - |
| Low-pressure service gauge port valve cap | 0.8 | - | 7 |
| Low-pressure Schrader-type valve | 1.8 | - | 16 |
| Oil filler tube bolt | 9 | - | 80 |
| Radiator bracket bolts | 20 | 15 | - |
| Suction accumulator bolts | 14 | 10 | - |
| Suction accumulator outlet fitting nut | 15 | 11 | - |
| Suction accumulator outlet line bracket screw | 2 | - | 18 |
| Washer reservoir filler tube bolts | 9 | - | 80 |
| Wire harness stud (RH lower front of engine) | 47 | 35 | - |
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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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