2003 Ford Mondeo Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines


Lower section of intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten in steps from inside to outside.
Upper section of intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines


Lower section of intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


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

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreAll other modifications


Nuts	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Screws	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_morePower steering pump bracket


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines


On the engine block	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreServo pump pulley


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines


Nuts	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines


Nuts	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Vacuum pump	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreExhaust gas return cooler


At the bracket	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
On exhaust manifold	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe

expand_more1.8 SCi with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 129 HP at 6000 RPM, 175 N⋅m at 4250 RPM engine (2003.6–2007.3)


At the cylinder head	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Fuel lines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


2.5 V6 24V with gasoline V6 2.5 L 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 220 N⋅m at 4250 RPM engine (2000.10–2007.3)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
ST220 with gasoline V6 3.0 L 223 HP at 6150 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 4900 RPM engine (2002.4–2007.3)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


Wheel	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L FMBA engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L N7BA engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


With common rail injection system	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
With distributor injection pump	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_more1.8 SCi with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 129 HP at 6000 RPM, 175 N⋅m at 4250 RPM engine (2003.6–2007.3)


Retaining clamp	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


2.0 TDCi (2000.10–2007.3)	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 330 RPM, 330 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2001.10–2007.3)	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
2.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 330 RPM, 330 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2001.10–2007.3)	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


With common rail injection system	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
With distributor injection pump	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines


At the cylinder head	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Fuel lines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L D5BA engines


High-pressure pump	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Otherwise	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Injection pump pulley	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Turbocharger oil feed line	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Turbocharger oil return line	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Radiator mounting	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Second stage	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Second stage	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8 screws	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps.

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Third stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Third stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	360° detach
Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening.
Fourth stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°
Sixth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	360° detach
Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening.
Fourth stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°
Sixth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fifth stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Seventh stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Eighth stage	90°90°90°
Tenth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 18


Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Fourth stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Sixth stage	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
Ninth stage	90°90°90°
Eleventh stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreRocker bridge


First stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Mark screws with punch blow.
Second stage	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Reuse screws only 4 times.
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	360° detach
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	360° detach
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Reuse screws only 3 times.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreDrive plate


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.
Third stage	48°48°48°

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_more1.8 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 109 HP at 5500 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 3950 RPM engine (2000.10–2007.3)


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Third stage	82.61 lbf⋅ft82.61 lbf⋅ft112 N⋅m

expand_more1.8 SCi with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 129 HP at 6000 RPM, 175 N⋅m at 4250 RPM engine (2003.6–2007.3)


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Third stage	82.61 lbf⋅ft82.61 lbf⋅ft112 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 TDCi (2000.10–2007.3)


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.
Third stage	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Fourth stage	45°45°45°


2.5 V6 24V with gasoline V6 2.5 L 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 220 N⋅m at 4250 RPM engine (2000.10–2007.3)	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
ST220 with gasoline V6 3.0 L 223 HP at 6150 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 4900 RPM engine (2002.4–2007.3)	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Fourth stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreMain bearing


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅in8.85 lbf⋅in1 N⋅m
Mark screws with punch blow.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Reuse screws only 4 times.
Third stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Fourth stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Camshaft timing gear	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All other modifications	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m
All other modifications	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L FMBA engines	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All Ford diesel straight-4 2.0 L N7BA engines	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.
Second stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Oil pump chain wheel	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CHBB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJBB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Second stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m


Exhaust gas temperature sensor	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Glow plugs	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Lambda sensor	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines


On the engine block	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines


On the engine block	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m


All other modifications	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines


On engine bracket	61.22 lbf⋅ft61.22 lbf⋅ft83 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines


On engine bracket	61.22 lbf⋅ft61.22 lbf⋅ft83 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreAll other modifications


On chassis	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
On engine bracket	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m


Subframe	104.73 lbf⋅ft104.73 lbf⋅ft142 N⋅m
Subframe stiffening plate	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Torque arm	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	33.93 lbf⋅ft33.93 lbf⋅ft46 N⋅m
Diesel particulate filter	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CFBA engines


Heat shields	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Otherwise	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.8 L CGBA engines


Heat shields	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Otherwise	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.


Exhaust manifold heat shields	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Ford gasoline V6 2.5 L LCBD engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline V6 3.0 L MEBA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All other modifications	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	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 2003 Ford Mondeo Sedan 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.

Maintenance Items

Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 Mondeo Sedan 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 2003 Ford Mondeo Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2003 Ford Mondeo Sedan Second generation (MK3) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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Ford Mondeo Sedan Second generation (MK3) model years

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