Important! Tighten the shock absorber mounting only when the vehicles is on the ground.
On rear axle
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Important! Tighten the shock absorber mounting only when the vehicles is on the ground.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
Rear axle carrier
36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
At the axle support
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Wheel hub wheel bearing
173.33 lbf⋅ft173.33 lbf⋅ft235 N⋅m
Use new grooved nut.
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 Ford Street Ka 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 Street Ka 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 2004 Ford Street Ka you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.