2008 Ford Ranger Second generation facelift (non-US version) Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Front | 4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 6.64–10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| Brake hose | 16.23–21.39 lbf⋅ft |
| Brake line | 9.59–15.49 lbf⋅ft |
| On caliper support | 21.39–25.08 lbf⋅ft |
| On stub axle | 79.66–93.67 lbf⋅ft |
| With low ground clearance | 39.83–50.89 lbf⋅ft |
| Wheel speed sensor | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Pressure line at steering gear | 16.96–25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| On frame | 31.72–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| On frame | 32.45–47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Track rod end on stub axle | 32.45–43.52 lbf⋅ft |
| Insert new locking pin. | |
| Track rod end on track rod | 50.89–57.53 lbf⋅ft |
| Connection clamp at the transverse control arm | 50.89–68.59 lbf⋅ft |
| At the transverse control arm | 50.89–68.59 lbf⋅ft |
| Central nuts | 173.33–231.59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and caulk the nut. | |
| Front axle stabiliser mounting | 16.23–19.18 lbf⋅ft |
| Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser | 25.08–26.55 lbf⋅ft |
| Bottom | 115.8–154.15 lbf⋅ft |
| Top | 27.29–37.62 lbf⋅ft |
| Bottom | 40.57–49.42 lbf⋅ft |
| Top | 20.65–26.55 lbf⋅ft |
| On frame | 110.63–126.86 lbf⋅ft |
| Lower front transverse control arm | 87.03–115.8 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDdi with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7) | 18.44–26.55 lbf⋅ft |
| With increased ground clearance central nuts | 173.33–231.59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| With low ground clearance | set without play |
| Wheel attachment | 64.91–87.03 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Ford Ranger 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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2008 Ford Ranger generations
In 2008 Ford offered 2 generations of the Ranger. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.