2008 Ford Ranger rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


Brake drum	7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft10–14 N⋅m
Rear axle bleeder valve	4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft6–9 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel brake cylinder	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle leaf spring front


Nuts	57.53–72.28 lbf⋅ft57.53–72.28 lbf⋅ft78–98 N⋅m
Screws	14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle leaf spring rear

expand_moreTop


Bottom	43.52–57.53 lbf⋅ft43.52–57.53 lbf⋅ft59–78 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber

expand_moreAll-wheel drive


Bottom	47.2–57.53 lbf⋅ft47.2–57.53 lbf⋅ft64–78 N⋅m
Top	47.2–57.53 lbf⋅ft47.2–57.53 lbf⋅ft64–78 N⋅m

expand_moreRear wheel drive


On frame	47.2–57.53 lbf⋅ft47.2–57.53 lbf⋅ft64–78 N⋅m
On rear axle	47.2–57.53 lbf⋅ft47.2–57.53 lbf⋅ft64–78 N⋅m


Rear axle strap	73.02–83.34 lbf⋅ft73.02–83.34 lbf⋅ft99–113 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft

expand_more2.5 TDdi with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7)


Central nuts	202.83–234.54 lbf⋅ft202.83–234.54 lbf⋅ft275–318 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting


On rear axle	26.55–33.19 lbf⋅ft26.55–33.19 lbf⋅ft36–45 N⋅m


Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer	26.55–39.83 lbf⋅ft26.55–39.83 lbf⋅ft36–54 N⋅m
Stabilizer bar, rear axle on frame	26.55–39.83 lbf⋅ft26.55–39.83 lbf⋅ft36–54 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_more2.5 TDdi with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 141 HP engine (2006.5–2012.7)

expand_moreOn rear axle


Wheel bearing unit	78.18–94.41 lbf⋅ft78.18–94.41 lbf⋅ft106–128 N⋅m

expand_more3.0 TDCi with diesel straight-4 3.0 L 154 HP at 3200 RPM, 380 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2006.5–2012.7)


Lock nuts	202.83–230.86 lbf⋅ft202.83–230.86 lbf⋅ft275–313 N⋅m

expand_moreOn rear axle


Wheel bearing unit	78.18–94.41 lbf⋅ft78.18–94.41 lbf⋅ft106–128 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	64.91–87.03 lbf⋅ft64.91–87.03 lbf⋅ft88–118 N⋅m

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.

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2008 Ford Ranger generations

In 2008 Ford offered 2 generations of the Ranger. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

2008 Ford Ranger Second generation facelift (non-US version) Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2008 Ford Ranger generations

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Ford Ranger Second generation facelift (non-US version) model years

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