1988 Ford Fiesta Hatchback engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L LTB engines	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft16–20 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreValve cover


1.1 (FBD) with gasoline straight-4 1.1 L 48 HP engine (1986.5–1989.2)	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_more1.1 (FBD) with gasoline straight-4 1.1 L 48 HP engine (1986.5–1989.2)


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	19.18–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.18–24.34 lbf⋅ft26–33 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


1.1 (FBD) with gasoline straight-4 1.1 L 48 HP engine (1986.5–1989.2)	39.83–43.52 lbf⋅ft39.83–43.52 lbf⋅ft54–59 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.1 L GLC engines	47.2–51.63 lbf⋅ft47.2–51.63 lbf⋅ft64–70 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.1 L GSF engines	47.2–51.63 lbf⋅ft47.2–51.63 lbf⋅ft64–70 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.1 L GSH engines	47.2–51.63 lbf⋅ft47.2–51.63 lbf⋅ft64–70 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L LTB engines


First stage	17.7–22.13 lbf⋅ft17.7–22.13 lbf⋅ft24–30 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	45°45°45°


All Ford gasoline straight-4 957 cc TKB engines	47.2–51.63 lbf⋅ft47.2–51.63 lbf⋅ft64–70 N⋅m
All other modifications	60.48–67.86 lbf⋅ft60.48–67.86 lbf⋅ft82–92 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_more1.1 (FBD) with gasoline straight-4 1.1 L 48 HP engine (1986.5–1989.2)


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	64.91–75.23 lbf⋅ft64.91–75.23 lbf⋅ft88–102 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


1.1 (FBD) with gasoline straight-4 1.1 L 48 HP engine (1986.5–1989.2)	11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft16–20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.1 L GSH engines	15.49–20.65 lbf⋅ft15.49–20.65 lbf⋅ft21–28 N⋅m
All other modifications	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.1 L GLC engines	15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft21–25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.1 L GSF engines	15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft21–25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.1 L GSH engines	15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft21–25 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.6 L LTB engines	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 957 cc TKB engines	15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft21–25 N⋅m
All other modifications	10.33–12.54 lbf⋅ft10.33–12.54 lbf⋅ft14–17 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


1.1 (FBD) with gasoline straight-4 1.1 L 48 HP engine (1986.5–1989.2)	11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft15–20 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1988 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.

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