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2015 Lincoln MKS Base, AWD
Torque Specifications
2015 Lincoln MKS Base, AWDSECTION Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Lincoln MKT. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door striker bolts | 23 | 17 | - |
| Front door check arm bolt | 23 | 17 | - |
| Front door check arm nut | 9 | - | 80 |
| Front door hinge-to-body bolts | 30 | 22 | - |
| Front door hinge-to-door bolts | 30 | 22 | - |
| Front door hinge-to-body nut | 12 | - | 106 |
| Liftgate hinge-to-body bolts | 30 | 22 | - |
| Liftgate hinge-to-body nuts | 35 | 26 | - |
| Liftgate hinge-to-liftgate bolts | 30 | 22 | - |
| Liftgate striker bolts | 25 | 18 | - |
| Liftgate strut-to-body stud | 25 | 18 | - |
| Liftgate strut-to-liftgate stud | 27 | 20 | - |
| Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM) bolt | 9 | - | 80 |
| Power liftgate motor assembly bolts | 9 | - | 80 |
| Power liftgate motor assembly nut | 9 | - | 80 |
| Power liftgate rod mounting bracket nuts | 30 | 22 | - |
| Power liftgate rod stud | 35 | 26 | - |
| Power liftgate rod-to-liftgate nut | 9 | - | 80 |
| Rear door body-to-hinge nuts | 30 | 22 | - |
| Rear door check arm bolt | 23 | 17 | - |
| Rear door check arm nut | 9 | - | 80 |
| Rear door hinge-to-body nuts | 30 | 22 | - |
| Rear door hinge-to-rear door bolts | 30 | 22 | - |
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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.