2012 Ford S-Max rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


Rear axle brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Rear axle brake hose	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Rear axle brake line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber


On chassis	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
On rear axle	129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m

expand_moreWith level regulation


On rear axle	206.52 lbf⋅ft206.52 lbf⋅ft280 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


At the axle support	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
On stub axle	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the axle support


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m
Torqueing the screw connection done at unloaded weight position.


On stub axle	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m


Rear axle carrier	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm


On chassis	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m


Rear axle stabilizer mounting	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack control arm upper


At the axle support	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
On stub axle	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreOn stub axle


Wheel bearing unit	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

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 2012 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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