1998 Ford Ranger front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve

expand_moreWith increased ground clearance


Front	4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft6–9 N⋅m


Otherwise	6.64–10.33 lbf⋅ft6.64–10.33 lbf⋅ft9–14 N⋅m


Brake hose	16.23–21.39 lbf⋅ft16.23–21.39 lbf⋅ft22–29 N⋅m
Brake line	9.59–15.49 lbf⋅ft9.59–15.49 lbf⋅ft13–21 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


On caliper support	21.39–25.08 lbf⋅ft21.39–25.08 lbf⋅ft29–34 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support


On stub axle	79.66–93.67 lbf⋅ft79.66–93.67 lbf⋅ft108–127 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake disc


With low ground clearance	39.83–50.89 lbf⋅ft39.83–50.89 lbf⋅ft54–69 N⋅m


Wheel speed sensor	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Pressure line at steering gear	16.96–25.81 lbf⋅ft16.96–25.81 lbf⋅ft23–35 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	32.45–43.52 lbf⋅ft32.45–43.52 lbf⋅ft44–59 N⋅m
Insert new locking pin.
Track rod end on track rod	50.89–57.53 lbf⋅ft50.89–57.53 lbf⋅ft69–78 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


Central nuts	173.33–231.59 lbf⋅ft173.33–231.59 lbf⋅ft235–314 N⋅m
Replace and caulk the nut.


Front axle stabiliser mounting	16.23–19.18 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.18 lbf⋅ft22–26 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	25.08–26.55 lbf⋅ft25.08–26.55 lbf⋅ft34–36 N⋅m

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle


Bottom	115.8–154.15 lbf⋅ft115.8–154.15 lbf⋅ft157–209 N⋅m
Top	27.29–37.62 lbf⋅ft27.29–37.62 lbf⋅ft37–51 N⋅m

expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm


Bottom	40.57–49.42 lbf⋅ft40.57–49.42 lbf⋅ft55–67 N⋅m
Top	20.65–26.55 lbf⋅ft20.65–26.55 lbf⋅ft28–36 N⋅m

expand_moreUpper transverse control arm


On frame	110.63–126.86 lbf⋅ft110.63–126.86 lbf⋅ft150–172 N⋅m


Lower front transverse control arm	87.03–115.8 lbf⋅ft87.03–115.8 lbf⋅ft118–157 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


With increased ground clearance central nuts	173.33–231.59 lbf⋅ft173.33–231.59 lbf⋅ft235–314 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
With low ground clearance	set without play

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 1998 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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1998 Ford Ranger generations

In 1998 Ford offered 4 generations of the Ranger. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

1998 Ford Ranger Second generation (non-US version) Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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1998 Ford Ranger generations

First generation (non-US version)

Second generation facelift (non-US version)

Third generation (non-US version)

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

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