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.
2003 Ford ZX2 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bracket and cable nuts | 20 | 15 | - |
| Inner tie-rod | 100 | 74 | - |
| Fluid reservoir bolts | 7 | - | 62 |
| Lower arm forward nut | 400 | 295 | - |
| Lower arm-to-frame nuts | 150 | 111 | - |
| Lower shaft-to-steering gear bolt | 48 | 35 | - |
| Oil drip shield-to-crossmember bolts | 15 | 11 | - |
| Power steering fluid cooler bolts | 11 | 8 | - |
| Power steering pump pulley bolts (4.0L) | 25 | 18 | - |
| Power steering pump bolts (4.0L) | 25 | 18 | - |
| Power steering pump bolts (4.6L) | 20 | 15 | - |
| Pressure line bracket-to-engine bolt (4.0L) | 11 | 8 | - |
| Pressure line bracket-to-engine nut (4.6L) | 11 | 8 | - |
| Pressure line-to-crossmember retainer bracket bolt | 11 | 8 | - |
| Pressure line-to-pump fitting | 65 | 48 | - |
| Shock absorber-to-lower arm bolt and flag nut | 350 | 258 | - |
| Stabilizer bar connecting link nut | 25 | 18 | - |
| Steering gear bracket-to-crossmember bolts | 70 | 52 | - |
| Steering gear-to-crossmember nuts | 200 | 148 | - |
| Steering line clamp plate nut | 25 | 18 | - |
| Tie-rod end jam nut | 80 | 59 | - |
| Tie-rod end nut | 70 | 52 | - |
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.