expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
On stub axle
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
Pressure line at steering gear
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Steering column
12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 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
Steering wheel
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 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.
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle
34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
First stage
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
60°60°60°
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 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.
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 ST Wagon 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 2004 Ford Focus ST Wagon you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
Ford Focus ST Wagon First generation facelift (MK1) model years