2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All other modifications	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 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 other modifications	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m


Generator bracket	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Power steering pump bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump


All other modifications	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump


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


Vacuum pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


High-pressure pump pulley	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Turbocharger oil feed line	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Valve cover, All other modifications.


First stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Fourth stage	130°130°130°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM12


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM14


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

expand_moreDrive plate


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


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

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 3. Engine block, Main bearing, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
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


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

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft timing chain tensioner	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All other modifications	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m


Chain tensioner	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


All other modifications	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


All other modifications	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreToothed belt guard

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


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

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


All other modifications	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


All other modifications	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


Onto crankcase	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All other modifications	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


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


Glow plugs	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


All other modifications	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll other modifications


On chassis	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
On engine bracket	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSubframe


M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
M12	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
M14	129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m


Torque arm	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket


All other modifications	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Stud screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields

expand_moreAll other modifications


Bottom	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Top	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All other modifications	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback 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
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback generations

In 2012 Ford offered 3 generations of the Fiesta Hatchback. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Fifth generation second facelift (MK5)

B3 Platform

B256, B257

Sixth generation (MK6)

B platform (RWD, 1962–1979)

2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback Fifth generation facelift (MK5) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback generations

Fifth generation second facelift (MK5)

Sixth generation (MK6)

Ford Fiesta Hatchback Fifth generation facelift (MK5) model years

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