2011 Ford S-Max front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m


Brake line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Wheel speed sensor	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Pressure line at steering gear	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Return line to steering gear	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear


At the subframe	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m


Track rod end on stub axle	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
On stub axle	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Third stage	80°80°80°


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


First stage	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°


Support joint at the stub axle	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe

expand_moreFront


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreRear


First stage	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel attachment


M12	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
M14	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m

expand_moreTwo-part rim lock


M12	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2011 Ford S-Max 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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