expand_more2.0 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.3–2012.11)
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_more2.0 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP engine (2010.3–2012.11)
On the engine block
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 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_more2.5 4x4 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 197 HP engine (2009.3–)
On the engine block
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
expand_moreRetaining clamp
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace the intermediate bearing cover and nuts.
Second stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more2.5 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 197 HP engine (2009.3–2012.11)
On the engine block
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
expand_moreRetaining clamp
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace the intermediate bearing cover and nuts.
Second stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
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_more2.0 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.3–2012.11)
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Third stage
199.14 lbf⋅ft199.14 lbf⋅ft270 N⋅m
expand_more2.5 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 197 HP engine (2009.3–2012.11)
First stage
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Third stage
199.14 lbf⋅ft199.14 lbf⋅ft270 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
Central nuts
199.14 lbf⋅ft199.14 lbf⋅ft270 N⋅m
Propeller shaft heat protection plate
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Propeller shaft intermediate bearing
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Propeller shaft
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
Central screws
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreClutch
expand_moreBell-housing
On the engine block
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
expand_moreClutch pressure plate
2.5 4x4 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 197 HP engine (2009.3–)
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
tighten gradually cross-wise
2.5 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 197 HP engine (2009.3–2012.11)
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
tighten gradually cross-wise
2.5 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 197 HP engine (2009.3–2012.11)
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
tighten gradually cross-wise
All other modifications
21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
tighten alternately
Clutch slave cylinder
8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
expand_moreDifferential
Rear axle differential oil control screws
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Oil filler 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
expand_moreTorque converter
2.5 4x4 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 197 HP engine (2009.3–)
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
Distributor gearbox oil control screws
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Distributor gearbox oil filler screws
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Oil control screw.
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
expand_more2.0 TDCi 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP engine (2010.3–2012.11)
With automated shift gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_more2.5 4x4 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 197 HP engine (2009.3–)
With automatic 5-gear gearbox
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
With 6-speed gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
With 6-speed gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Oil control screw.
With automated shift gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil filter cover
With automated shift gearbox
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Oil control plug
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreGearbox mounting
Screws at the gearbox bracket
109.16 lbf⋅ft109.16 lbf⋅ft148 N⋅m
On chassis
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox support
expand_more2.5 4x4 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 197 HP engine (2009.3–)
expand_moreWith 6-speed gearbox
expand_moreAt the gearbox
First stage
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreWith automatic 5-gear gearbox
At the gearbox
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the gearbox
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
expand_moreTransfer case
expand_moreTransfer box bracket
On the engine block
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
On transfer case
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Transfer box onto transmission flange connection
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Ford Kuga 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 Kuga 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 2012 Ford Kuga you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2012 Ford Kuga generations
In 2012 Ford offered 2 generations of the Kuga. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.