2004 Ford Focus Hatchback rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


Rear axle brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Rear axle brake mounting	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel brake cylinder	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber


On chassis	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
On stub axle	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


At the axle support	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
On stub axle	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the axle support


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Eccentric screw
Second stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m


On stub axle	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle carrier


On chassis	92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm


On chassis	92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting


At the axle support	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm


With stabilizer support ball joint variant	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Otherwise	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer


With stabilizer support ball joint variant	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle suspension

Figure 1. Rear axle wheel suspension, Rear axle suspension.


Screws 1	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Screws 2	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws 3	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Screws 4	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws 5	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack control arm upper


At the axle support	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
On stub axle	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreWheel bearing unit on the stub axle


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
tighten alternately
Second stage	90° detach
Third stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel attachment

expand_moreAluminium rims


Tire-fitter	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Otherwise	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m

expand_moreGold wheel nuts


Steel rims	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreSilver wheel nuts


Steel rims	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m

expand_moreTwo-part rim lock


Aluminium rims	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 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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2004 Ford Focus Hatchback generations

In 2004 Ford offered 3 generations of the Focus Hatchback. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

2004 Ford Focus Hatchback Second generation (MK2) Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2004 Ford Focus Hatchback generations

First generation (MK1)

First generation facelift (MK1)

Ford Focus Hatchback Second generation (MK2) model years

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