2004 Ford Focus ST Wagon engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Stud screws	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Otherwise	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor bracket	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Alternator	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket

expand_moreOn the engine block


Bottom	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Top	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Power steering pump bracket	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Coolant pump pulley	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head


Camshaft bearing	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Reuse screws only 2 times. See figure 1.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


First stage	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m
Second stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block


Crankshaft central screws	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Flywheel	82.61 lbf⋅ft82.61 lbf⋅ft112 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


Cap	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Central screws	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m


Outlet camshaft wheel	50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the bottom	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Toothed belt tensioning roller	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the sealing ring and the oil drain plug.
Oil filter housing	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Oil pump	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Crankshaft sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Engine bracket	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


On chassis	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
On engine bracket	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


At the rear side in the center	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Outside	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m


Torque arm	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


On exhaust manifold	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m


Catalytic converter bracket	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Nuts	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Stud screws	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Otherwise	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m


Exhaust manifold heat shields	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter housing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 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 ST Wagon 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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