2003 Ford Focus Hatchback front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Brake hose	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	98.1 lbf⋅ft98.1 lbf⋅ft133 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Pressure line at steering gear	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Steering gear	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Steering gear heat protection plate	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	46.47 lbf⋅ft46.47 lbf⋅ft63 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreOn chassis


Top	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


Bottom	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension


Front axle drive shaft	233.07 lbf⋅ft233.07 lbf⋅ft316 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting


At the axle support	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L BHDA engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L BHDB engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L C9DA engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L C9DB engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L C9DC engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle


All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L BHDA engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L BHDB engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L C9DA engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L C9DB engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
All Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L C9DC engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
All other modifications	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreFront


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreRear


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.8 L F9DA engines


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreTrack control arm lower

expand_moreFord diesel straight-4 1.8 L F9DA 114 HP at 3800 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1850 RPM


On stub axle	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreFord gasoline straight-4 1.8 L EYDC 114 HP at 5750 RPM, 158 N⋅m at 3750 RPM


On stub axle	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the axle support

expand_moreFront


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreRear


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°


On stub axle	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Wheel hub wheel bearing	233.07 lbf⋅ft233.07 lbf⋅ft316 N⋅m
Use nuts only four times.

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	62.69–66.38 lbf⋅ft62.69–66.38 lbf⋅ft85–90 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 Focus 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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2003 Ford Focus Hatchback generations

In 2003 Ford offered 2 generations of the Focus Hatchback. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

First generation (MK1)

C170 Platform

2003 Ford Focus Hatchback First generation facelift (MK1) Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2003 Ford Focus Hatchback generations

First generation (MK1)

Ford Focus Hatchback First generation facelift (MK1) model years

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