2013 Ford Ka Hatchback transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts

expand_moreFirst stage


First step	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace and caulk the nut.
Second step	55°55°55°


Second stage	147.51–258.15 lbf⋅ft147.51–258.15 lbf⋅ft200–350 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch

expand_moreClutch pressure plate


Vehicled with exhaust emission standard EURO 4 and above	9.59–14.01 lbf⋅ft9.59–14.01 lbf⋅ft13–19 N⋅m
Tighten new screws crosswise, use screw-locking compound.
Vehicled with exhaust emission standard EURO 5 and above	9.59–11.06 lbf⋅ft9.59–11.06 lbf⋅ft13–15 N⋅m
Tighten new screws crosswise, use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder


1.3 TDCi with diesel straight-4 1.2 L 74 HP engine (2008.10–)	8.11–20.65 lbf⋅ft8.11–20.65 lbf⋅ft11–28 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine


M12 × 1,25 screws	30.24–44.25 lbf⋅ft30.24–44.25 lbf⋅ft41–60 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication


Gearbox oil drain plug	11.8–17.7 lbf⋅ft11.8–17.7 lbf⋅ft16–24 N⋅m
Gearbox oil filler plug	16.96–24.34 lbf⋅ft16.96–24.34 lbf⋅ft23–33 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.2 L FD4 engines


At the bearing pedestal	51.63–81.13 lbf⋅ft51.63–81.13 lbf⋅ft70–110 N⋅m
On chassis	28.03–44.25 lbf⋅ft28.03–44.25 lbf⋅ft38–60 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.2 L FP4 engines


At the bearing pedestal	28.03–44.25 lbf⋅ft28.03–44.25 lbf⋅ft38–60 N⋅m
On chassis	51.63–81.13 lbf⋅ft51.63–81.13 lbf⋅ft70–110 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 1.2 L FD4 engines

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10 × 1,25 screws	32.45–53.1 lbf⋅ft32.45–53.1 lbf⋅ft44–72 N⋅m

expand_moreOn engine


Bottom	16.96–24.34 lbf⋅ft16.96–24.34 lbf⋅ft23–33 N⋅m


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.2 L FP4 engines	32.45–53.1 lbf⋅ft32.45–53.1 lbf⋅ft44–72 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2013 Ford Ka 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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2013 Ford Ka Hatchback Second generation (MK2) Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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