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
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shift Cable Nut | ||||
| AX4N, AX4S & 4F50N | 15 (20) | |||
| F4E-III | 12-16 (16-22) | |||
| 4R70W | 16 (22) | |||
| Shift Control Lever Nut | ||||
| F4E-III, 4R44E & 5R55E | 31-40 (42-54) | |||
| 4F27E | 16 (22) | |||
| 4R100 & 4R70W | 22-26 (30-35) | |||
| 5R55N | 35 (48) | |||
| Torque Converter Drain Plug | ||||
| 4R70W | (1) | |||
| 4R100 | 18-20 (24-27) | |||
| Transaxle/Transmission Drain Plug | ||||
| CD4E | 19-22 (26-30) | |||
| F4E-III | 30-39 (40-53) | |||
| 4F20E | 25 (34) | |||
| 4R100 | 18 (24) | |||
| 5R55N | 12 (16) | |||
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | ||||
| Borg-Warner 13-54 | 18 (24) | |||
| Borg-Warner 44-04 & 44-05 | 7-17 (9-23) | |||
| Borg-Warner 44-06 | 12 (16) | |||
| NV271 & NV273 | 20 (27) | |||
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | ||||
| Oil Pan | ||||
| AX4N, AX4S & 4F50N | 106 (12) | |||
| F4E-III | 80-89 (9-10) | |||
| 4F20E | 71 (8) | |||
| 4F27E | 62 (7) | |||
| 4R44E & 5R55E | 115-133 (13-15) | |||
| 4R70W | 106-133 (12-15)) | |||
| 4R100 | 133 (15) | |||
| 5R55N | 97 (11) | |||
| Shift Cable Nut (4F20E) | 80 (9) | |||
| Shift Control Lever Nut (AX4N, AX4S & 4F50N) | 10 (13) | |||
| Torque Converter Drain Plug (5R55N) | 89 (10) | |||
| Transmission Range Sensor | ||||
| 4F20E | 27 (3) | |||
| All Others | 89 (10) | |||
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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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