1999 Ford Puma Coupe front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Brake hose	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper mounting support	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Pressure line at steering gear	22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m
Steering gear	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod	46.47 lbf⋅ft46.47 lbf⋅ft63 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod


ST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)	43.52 lbf⋅ft43.52 lbf⋅ft59 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


Bottom	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Top	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreST 160 (1999.6–2002.6)


Central nuts	213.89 lbf⋅ft213.89 lbf⋅ft290 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Central nuts	199.14 lbf⋅ft199.14 lbf⋅ft270 N⋅m


Front axle stabiliser mounting	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
Support joint at the transverse control arm	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Transverse control arm	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack control arm lower


At the axle support	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
On stub axle	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m


Wheel hub wheel bearing	213.89 lbf⋅ft213.89 lbf⋅ft290 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 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) Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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