2002 Ford Windstar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Torque Specifications

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CHART

Description N.m lb-ft
Recliner to seat backrest bolt 45 33
Recliner to cushion frame bolt 45 33
Fixed seat backrest to cushion frame bolt 23 17
Driver seat to floorpan nut 80 59
Seat backrest pivot bolt 23 17
Anti-rattle bolt 23 17
Safety belt buckle bolt 40 30
Pedestal to track nut 23 17
Seat track to cushion frame bolt 23 17
Sliding seat track to cushion frame bolts 23 17
Armrest shoulder bolt to seat backrest frame 48 35
Side air bag module to seat backrest frame 14 10
Bucket seat console armrest bolts 23 17
Passenger seat to floor pan bolts 23 17
Passenger seat to floor pan nuts 55 41
Seat position sensor bolt 13 10
Safety belt anchor bolt 40 30
Steering column opening lower reinforcement bolts 15 12
Second and third row floor latch-to-riser nut 45 33
Second and third row floor latch-to-riser bolt 35 26
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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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