2018 Ford Kuga front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Brake hose	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Brake line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreSteering gear

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Second stage	360° detach
Third stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Fourth stage	180°180°180°


Steering gear heat protection plate	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


First stage	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


Support joint at the stub axle	61.22 lbf⋅ft61.22 lbf⋅ft83 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the front side at the subframe


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAt the subframe on the rear side


First stage	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


Torx screws	1.11 lbf⋅ft1.11 lbf⋅ft1.5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Union nuts	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreWheel attachment


First stage	Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
Second stage	99.57 lbf⋅ft99.57 lbf⋅ft135 N⋅m
Tighten screws crosswise.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2018 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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