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 2007 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.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Ford S-Max service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2007 Ford S-Max you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.