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2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Torque Specifications
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front SeatΒ | |||||
| Cushion Thermo-Electric Device (TED) assembly nuts | 6 | - | 53 | ||
| Occupant Classification System (OCS) rail-to-seat track bolts | 25 | 18 | - | ||
| Power recliner motor bolt | 6 | - | 53 | ||
| Power seat track horizontal drive unit bolts | 28 | 21 | - | ||
| Recliner-to-backrest frame bolts | 55 | 41 | - | ||
| Recliner-to-cushion frame bolts | 55 | 41 | - | ||
| Safety belt anchor bracket nuts | 36 | 27 | - | ||
| Safety belt buckle bolt | 40 | 30 | - | ||
| Safety belt buckle bracket nuts | 36 | 27 | - | ||
| Safety belt retractor belt anchor bolt | 40 | 30 | - | ||
| Seat position sensor bolt | 6 | - | 53 | ||
| Seat riser bolts | 25 | 18 | - | ||
| Seat-to-floor bolts (1) | - | - | - | ||
| Seat track-to-cushion frame nuts | 36 | 27 | - | ||
| Side air bag-to-backrest frame nuts | 8 | - | 71 | ||
| Rear SeatΒ | |||||
| Armrest pivot bolts | 10 | - | 89 | ||
| Armrest bracket-to-backrest bolts | 10 | - | 89 | ||
| Backrest latch release handle bracket nuts | 9 | - | 80 | ||
| Backrest latch nuts | 48 | 35 | - | ||
| Backrest-to-floor bolts | 47 | 35 | - | ||
| Side bolster bolt | 11 | - | 97 | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.