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.
2012 Ford Escape XLS, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 15 (Power Transfer Unit): Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification | Fill Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL (US); CXY-75W140-1L (Canada) |
WSL-M2C192-A and GL-5 | 0.35L (12 oz) |
| Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30 |
WSE-M4G323-A4 | - |
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Case Vent | |||
| Installed height mm (in) | (1) | ||
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalytic converter bracket bolts | 25 | 18 | - | ||
| Catalytic converter bracket nuts | 36 | 27 | - | ||
| Crossmember brace bolts | 40 | 30 | - | ||
| Fill plug | 34 | 25 | - | ||
| Power Transfer Unit (PTU) cover bolts(1) | - | - | - | ||
| PTU bracket-to-engine bolt | 48 | 35 | - | ||
| PTU bracket-to-PTU bolt | 48 | 35 | - | ||
| PTU-to-transaxle bolts | 70 | 52 | - | ||
| PTU-to-transaxle bolt (M10) | 47 | 35 | - | ||
| Transfer case vent tube bolt | 22 | 16 | - | ||
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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.