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 StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |
|---|---|---|
| Front seat | ||
| Back mounting nuts | 21 (28) | |
| Cushion mounting bolts | 21 (28) | |
| Track mounting bolts | 28 (38) | |
| Passenger-side air bag module bracket bolts | 12 (16) | |
| Seat Belt | ||
| Buckle pretensioner mounting bolt | 28 (38) | |
| Lower anchor bolt | 28 (38) | |
| Retractor pretensioner anchor bolt | 28 (38) | |
| Upper anchor bolt | 28 (38) | |
| Steering gear pinion extension shaft clamp bolt. | 21 (28) | |
| Steering wheel mounting bolt | 37 (50) | |
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | ||
| Driver-side air bag module mounting bolts | 44 (5) | |
| Front impact sensor mounting bolts | 53 (6) | |
| Passenger-side air bag module | ||
| Bracket bolts | 97 (11) | |
| Trim cover bolts | 97 (11) | |
| Restraints control module | ||
| mounting bolts | 80 (9) | |
| Side air bag module retaining nuts | 44 (5) | |
| Side crash sensor mounting bolts | 80 (9) | |
| Steering column | ||
| Mounting locknuts | 115 (13) | |
| Mounting Torx bolt | 115 (13) | |
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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