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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DA engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DB engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DD engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DE engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DF engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DG engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DA engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DB engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DD engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DE engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DF engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DG engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All other modifications	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DB engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines


At the cylinder head	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure side


Fuel lines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DB engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines

expand_moreNuts


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°


Stud screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreNuts


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°


Stud screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


High-pressure pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure side


Fuel lines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger


At the bracket	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
On exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines


At the turbocharger	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the turbocharger	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
On the engine block	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DB engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the turbocharger	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace filter.


Turbocharger oil return line	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DA engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DB engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DD engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DE engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DF engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DG engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines


First stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC.


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Tighten bearing caps in the sequence of their numbering. See figure 1.
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines

expand_moreOn bearing casing


Bearing cap	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Second stage	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	220°220°220°

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA.


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Third stage	260°260°260°

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
See figure 3.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Third stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	180° detach

expand_moreThird stage


First step	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second step	130°130°130°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	62°62°62°

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines

expand_moreM12


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM14


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	Wait 10 seconds.
Fourth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreDrive plate


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Third stage	82.61 lbf⋅ft82.61 lbf⋅ft112 N⋅m


Engine block closure screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_more1.6 TDCi with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 107 HP at 4000 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	80°80°80°


2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 131 HP engine (2003.10–2007.3)	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 131 HP engine (2003.10–2007.3)	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 131 HP engine (2003.10–2007.3)	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Third stage	82.61 lbf⋅ft82.61 lbf⋅ft112 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 4. Engine block, Main bearing, Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 4.
Fourth stage	180° detach
Fifth stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Sixth stage	140°140°140°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 24


Second stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Seventh stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 25 and 26


Third stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Eighth stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	63°63°63°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DB engines	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
All other modifications	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain guide rail	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DA engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DB engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DD engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DE engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DF engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DG engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DB engines	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreChain tensioner


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


With tensioning roller eccentric	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreAll other modifications


Central screws	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m


Oil pump drive chain tensioner	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreAll other modifications


Central screws	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the bottom	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DB engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines


Central screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All other modifications	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m


Toothed belt tightener	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 118 HP engine (2003.10–2007.3)	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 118 HP engine (2003.10–2007.3)	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All other modifications	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DA engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DB engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DD engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DE engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DF engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DG engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Oil pump chain wheel	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines


At the gearbox	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
On the engine block	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
At the gearbox	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All other modifications	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DA engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DB engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DD engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DF engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DG engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m


Exhaust gas temperature sensor	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DB engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m


Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
All other modifications	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


1.6 TDCi with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 107 HP at 4000 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
1.6 TDCi with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 107 HP at 4000 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	Tighten by hand
Second stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_more1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 118 HP engine (2003.10–2007.3)


Stud screws	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m


All other modifications	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_more1.6 TDCi with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 107 HP at 4000 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2003.10–2007.3)

expand_moreNuts


Front	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreRear


Central screws	109.16 lbf⋅ft109.16 lbf⋅ft148 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews


Front	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_more1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 118 HP engine (2003.10–2007.3)


On chassis	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
On engine bracket	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On chassis	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
On engine bracket	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreOn chassis


Front	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Rear	202.83 lbf⋅ft202.83 lbf⋅ft275 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


On chassis	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m


Torque arm	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines


Clamps at the turbocharger	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Clamps at the turbocharger	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace clamps.
On particle filter	37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
Replace seals and nuts.


Catalytic converter bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Diesel particulate filter	37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
Replace seals and nuts.

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DA engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DB engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DD engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DE engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DF engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DG engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L G8DA engines


Heat shields	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Otherwise	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Heat shields	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Otherwise	37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDB engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All other modifications	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DA engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DB engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DC engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DD engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DE engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DF engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L G6DG engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L HWDA engines


IB5 gearbox	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


CFT23 gearbox	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Otherwise	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 Ford C-Max Compact MPV user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Ford warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Maintenance Items

Chassis and Body Fastener Tightening Specifications
Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Ford C-Max Compact MPV service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2003 Ford C-Max Compact MPV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2003 Ford C-Max Compact MPV First generation (MK1) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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Ford C-Max Compact MPV First generation (MK1) model years

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