1999 Ford Puma Coupe engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.7 L MHA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.7 L MHB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m


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

expand_moreAlternator


1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP engine (1997.3–2002.6)	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m


Power steering pump bracket	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump

expand_more1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)


On the engine block	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)


At the cylinder head	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP engine (1997.3–2002.6)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_more1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCylinder head screws

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
See figure 1.

expand_moreST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)


Second stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Third stage	75°75°75°

expand_moreAll other modifications


Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP engine (1997.3–2002.6)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_more1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)


First stage	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)


First stage	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°


All other modifications	Component must not be knocked down.

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Flywheel	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Main bearing	Component must not be knocked down.

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)


Variable camshaft control	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Otherwise	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


Drive belt tensioner device	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_more1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)


Cap	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Central screws	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Use new screw.


ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
All other modifications	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


Outlet camshaft wheel	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Toothed belt guard at the bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Toothed belt tensioning roller	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP engine (1997.3–2002.6)	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP engine (1997.3–2002.6)	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
All other modifications	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


Oil filter	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Oil filter housing	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Oil pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_more1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)

expand_moreOn the engine block


Oil sump lower part	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOnto crankcase


Oil sump top part	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m


ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP engine (1997.3–2002.6)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
1.7 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.7 L 123 HP, 157 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2002.6)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Engine bracket	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.7 L MHA engines


Front	50.89 lbf⋅ft50.89 lbf⋅ft69 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


Front	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


Rear	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On chassis	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
On engine bracket	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m


Subframe	75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


At the gearbox	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


On exhaust manifold	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Heat shields	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Otherwise	39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 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 1999 Ford Puma Coupe 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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1999 Ford Puma Coupe First generation (MK1) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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