1995 Ford Escort Convertible engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump pulley	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m


Valve cover	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1E engines


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1H engines


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.4 L F4B engines	79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
All other modifications	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.4 L F4B engines	64.17 lbf⋅ft64.17 lbf⋅ft87 N⋅m
All other modifications	82.61 lbf⋅ft82.61 lbf⋅ft112 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1E engines	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1H engines	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L RQB engines	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
All other modifications	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft timing gear	42.04 lbf⋅ft42.04 lbf⋅ft57 N⋅m
Drive belt tensioner device	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Inlet camshaft wheel	50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft wheel	50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.4 L F4B engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m


Toothed belt tensioning roller	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1E engines	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1H engines	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L RQB engines	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1E engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1H engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L RQB engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Lambda sensor	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Exhaust manifold	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1E engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L L1H engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L RQB engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.4 L F4B engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All other modifications	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1995 Ford Escort Convertible 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

Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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1995 Ford Escort Convertible generations

In 1995 Ford offered 2 generations of the Escort Convertible. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Seventh generation (MK7)

CE14 Platform

1995 Ford Escort Convertible Sixth generation (MK6) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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1995 Ford Escort Convertible generations

Seventh generation (MK7)

Ford Escort Convertible Sixth generation (MK6) model years

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