2018 Ford Focus Sedan transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive

expand_moreDrive shaft intermediate bearing


All Ford gasoline straight-3 1.0 L M1DA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the intermediate bearing cover and nuts.
All Ford gasoline straight-3 1.0 L M2DA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the intermediate bearing cover and nuts.

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L T7DB engines

expand_moreRetaining clamp


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Replace the intermediate bearing cover and nuts.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreRetaining clamp


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Replace the intermediate bearing cover and nuts.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreClutch

expand_moreClutch master cylinder


On chassis	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch module

expand_more6 DCT 250 gearbox


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Clutch pressure plate	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
tighten gradually cross-wise
Clutch slave cylinder	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use new screws.

expand_moreGear shifting


Selector cable linkage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox


Gearbox flange connection at engine	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Torque converter	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JTDA engines


MMT6 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
B6 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
With automated shift gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-3 1.0 L M2DA engines


IB5 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.5 L M8DA engines


6F35 gearbox	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
B6 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L MGDA engines


6 DCT 250 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
MTX 75 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline/alcohol/natural gas straight-4 1.6 L MUDA engines

expand_moreWith automated shift gearbox


6 DCT 250 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L T7DB engines


MMT6 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
MPS6 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L TYDA engines

expand_moreWith 6-speed gearbox


MMT 6 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


With automated shift gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L XQDA engines


6 DCT 250 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
MTX 75 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


B6 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JTDA engines


With manual transmission	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Oil control screw.

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-3 1.0 L M1DA engines


B6 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Oil control screw.

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L MGDA engines


6 DCT 250 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
MTX 75 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline/alcohol/natural gas straight-4 1.6 L MUDA engines


IB5 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreWith automated shift gearbox


6 DCT 250 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L T7DB engines


MMT6 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
MPS6 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L TYDA engines

expand_moreWith 6-speed gearbox


MMT 6 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreWith automated shift gearbox


6 DCT 450 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L XQDA engines


6 DCT 250 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
MTX 75 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L XTDA engines


IB5 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Oil control screw.

expand_moreAll other modifications


B6 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil filter cover

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L T7DB engines


MPS6 gearbox	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


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

expand_moreGearbox oil sump

expand_more2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2014.11–)


MPS6 gearbox	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil control plug

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.5 L M8DA engines

expand_more6F35 gearbox


M10	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
M20	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L T7DB engines


MPS6 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L TYDA engines

expand_moreWith 6-speed gearbox


MMT 6 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreWith automated shift gearbox


6 DCT 450 gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m


All other modifications	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_more2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreMMT6 gearbox


Screws at the gearbox bracket	109.16 lbf⋅ft109.16 lbf⋅ft148 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreMPS6 gearbox


Screws at the gearbox bracket	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Use new screw.


On chassis	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Screws at the gearbox bracket	109.16 lbf⋅ft109.16 lbf⋅ft148 N⋅m
Use new screw.
On chassis	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_more1.0 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 123 HP engine (2012.2–)


At the gearbox	60.48 lbf⋅ft60.48 lbf⋅ft82 N⋅m

expand_more1.5 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 148 HP, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2014.11–)

expand_more6F35 gearbox


At the gearbox	46.47 lbf⋅ft46.47 lbf⋅ft63 N⋅m

expand_moreB6 gearbox


At the gearbox	60.48 lbf⋅ft60.48 lbf⋅ft82 N⋅m

expand_more1.5 TDCi ECOnetic with diesel straight-4 1.5 L 103 HP engine (2014.11–)


At the gearbox	60.48 lbf⋅ft60.48 lbf⋅ft82 N⋅m

expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2010.7–)


Lateral-fitting	60.48 lbf⋅ft60.48 lbf⋅ft82 N⋅m
Top	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_more1.6 Flexifuel with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.7–)


Lateral-fitting	60.48 lbf⋅ft60.48 lbf⋅ft82 N⋅m
Top	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_more1.6 TDCi with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP engine (2012.5–)


Lateral-fitting	60.48 lbf⋅ft60.48 lbf⋅ft82 N⋅m
Top	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2018 Ford Focus Sedan 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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