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
Specifications Index
ESCORT & ZX2 SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specification/Procedure | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | |||
| Service | SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut | 174-235 Ft. Lbs. (235-319 N.m) | ||
| Brakes | |||
| Bleeding Sequence | BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM | ||
| Disc Brakes | DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Drum Brakes | DRUM BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Charging | |||
| Generator | ON-VEHICLE TESTING | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Drive Belts | |||
| Adjustment | BELT ADJUSTMENT | ||
| Belt Routing | DRIVE BELT ROUTING | ||
| Engine Cooling | |||
| General Service Specifications | COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Radiator Cap Pressure | 16 Lbs. | ||
| Thermostat R & I | |||
| DOHC | N/A | ||
| SOHC | THERMOSTAT | ||
| Water Pump | |||
| DOHC | WATER PUMP | ||
| SOHC | WATER PUMP | ||
| Engine Mechanical | |||
| DOHC | |||
| Compression | ENGINE COMPRESSION | ||
| Oil Pressure | 54-80 psi (3.8-5.6 kg/cm2 ) at 4000 RPM | ||
| Overhaul | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| SOHC | |||
| Compression | ENGINE COMPRESSION | ||
| Oil Pressure | 35-65 psi (2.5-4.6 kg/cm2 ) at 2000 RPM | ||
| Overhaul | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab.From within Manager or Service Writer, click the "30/60/90 Interval" or "Maint." button | ||
| Flywheel/Flex Plate Torque | |||
| DOHC | 75-85 Ft. Lbs (107-115 N.m) | ||
| SOHC | 54-67 Ft. Lbs. (73-91 N.m) | ||
| Fuel System | |||
| Fuel Filter Location | Located in rear of engine compartment, mounted in clamp. | ||
| DOHC | |||
| Pressure Release Procedure | FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE & FUEL LINE CONNECTIONS | ||
| Pressure Specification | 30-45 psi (207-310 kPa) | ||
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL PRESSURE | ||
| SOHC | |||
| Pressure Release Procedure | FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE & FUEL LINE CONNECTIONS | ||
| Pressure Specification | FUEL PRESSURE -- CARS | ||
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL PRESSURE | ||
| Fuel Filter R & I | REMOVAL & INSTALLATION . | ||
| Ignition | |||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Ignition Wires (Resistance) | HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE | ||
| Ignition Wires (Routing) | FIRING ORDER & TIMING MARKS | ||
| Spark Plugs | |||
| DOHC | |||
| Type | Motorcraft AZFS-32FE | ||
| Gap | .048-.052 In. (1.20-1.32 mm) | ||
| Torque | 10-12 Ft. Lbs. (13-17 N.m) | ||
| SOHC | |||
| Type | Motorcraft AGSF-34EE | ||
| Gap | .052-.056 In. (1.30-1.40 mm) | ||
| Torque | 7-15 (10-20 N.m) | ||
| Starting | |||
| Starter | STARTER MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel Alignment | |||
| Adjustment Specifications | WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel & Tire | |||
| Lug Nut Torque | 74-100 Ft. Lbs. (100-136 N.m) | ||
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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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