expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
On stub axle
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
Lower steering column joint
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Pressure line at steering gear
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Return line to steering gear
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
expand_moreSteering gear
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod
45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis
23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
On stub axle
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Front axle stabiliser mounting
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the axle control arm
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
1.6 TDCi with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (2004.7–2012.9)
61.22 lbf⋅ft61.22 lbf⋅ft83 N⋅m
1.6 TDCi with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (2004.7–2012.9)
61.22 lbf⋅ft61.22 lbf⋅ft83 N⋅m
All other modifications
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
expand_moreTransverse control arm
Front
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
Rear
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
expand_moreFront suspension cross-brace
Nuts
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws
23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the subframe
Front
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
expand_moreBearing pedestal at the subframe
Rear
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
90°90°90°
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 2005 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.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Ford Focus Hatchback service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2005 Ford Focus Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2005 Ford Focus Hatchback generations
In 2005 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.