expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
Rear axle brake hose
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Rear axle brake line
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
On chassis
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
On stub axle
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
At the axle support
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
On stub axle
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
At the axle support
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Second stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Important! Do not tighten the rear axle screws until the vehicle is in the normal position.
expand_moreRear axle carrier
On chassis
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Rear axle drive shaft
98.1 lbf⋅ft98.1 lbf⋅ft133 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.3–)
On chassis
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
On chassis
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer mounting
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
At the axle support
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
On stub axle
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Wheel hub wheel bearing
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
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 2013 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 2013 Ford Kuga you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2013 Ford Kuga generations
In 2013 Ford offered 2 generations of the Kuga. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.