2008 Ford Kuga engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 1. Air intake system, Intake manifold, All other modifications.


With exhaust gas norm EURO 4	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps. See figure 1.
Figure 2. Air intake system, Intake manifold, All other modifications.
With exhaust gas norm EURO 5	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps. See figure 2.

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All other modifications	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m


Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Vacuum pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


First stage	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Replace injection line.

expand_moreWith exhaust gas norm EURO 4


Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreWith exhaust gas norm EURO 5


Second stage	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreWith exhaust gas norm EURO 4


Stud screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreWith exhaust gas norm EURO 4, nuts


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreWith exhaust gas norm EURO 5


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Second stage	55°55°55°

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger


2.0 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)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.0 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)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.3–2012.11)


On exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket


At the turbocharger	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
On the engine block	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


At the turbocharger	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Use new parts.
On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Turbocharger oil return line	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All other modifications	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreRadiator mounting


Bottom	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications.


With exhaust gas norm EURO 4	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps. See figure 3.

With exhaust gas norm EURO 5	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
See figure 3.

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	220°220°220°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Valve cover, All other modifications.


With exhaust gas norm EURO 4	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
See figure 4.
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Valve cover, All other modifications.
With exhaust gas norm EURO 5	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 5.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreDrive plate


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage	50°50°50°

expand_moreFlywheel


All other modifications	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Tighten the screws crosswise.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	63°63°63°

expand_moreVibration damper


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


All other modifications	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioner	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°


Toothed belt guard	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom


All other modifications	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top


All other modifications	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All other modifications	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Oil cooler lines	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug

expand_moreAll other modifications


Engine oil	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All other modifications	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Otherwise	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All other modifications	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Exhaust gas temperature sensor	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Glow plugs	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


On chassis	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On engine bracket	98.1 lbf⋅ft98.1 lbf⋅ft133 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreOn chassis


Front	92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m

expand_moreRear


First stage	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


On chassis	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Second stage	loosen by 360°
Third stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket


At the gearbox	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_more2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.3–2012.11)


At the bracket	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Clamps at the turbocharger	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Replace clamps.
On particle filter	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Clamps at the turbocharger	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Replace clamps.
Nuts on particle filter	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m


Catalytic converter bracket	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Diesel particulate filter	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreExhaust pipe


All other modifications	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel lines


First stage	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Replace fuel line.

expand_moreWith exhaust gas norm EURO 4


Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreWith exhaust gas norm EURO 5


Second stage	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All other modifications	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 2008 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.

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2008 Ford Kuga First generation (MK1) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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