2020 Ford Transit Connect Van engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews


Front	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Rear	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m


Generator bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines


First stage	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Replace fuel line.
Second stage	Wait 5 minutes.
Third stage	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace high-pressure line.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines

expand_moreOn bearing casing


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Second stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump drive wheel

expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)

Figure 1. Carburetion, High-pressure pump drive wheel, 1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–).


Housing with 6 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 1.

expand_moreHousing with 10 screws

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 2. Carburetion, High-pressure pump drive wheel, 1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–), Housing with 10 screws, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Third stage	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10


Fourth stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m


High-pressure pump pulley	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace injection line.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	85°85°85°

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


Stud screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Nuts	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


All other modifications	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreTurbocharger coolant feed line


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreTurbocharger coolant return line


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines


At the turbocharger	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Replace screws.
On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 16


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Third stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreScrews 17 – 20


Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 17 – 18


Fourth stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreScrews 19 – 20


Fifth stage	53°53°53°

expand_moreAll other modifications


Bearing cap	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications.
Bearing casing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 3.

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA.


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Third stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Third stage	260°260°260°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 13

Figure 6. Cylinder head, Valve cover, Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA, Screws 1 – 13.


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
See figure 6.
Second stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews 1 – 9

Figure 7. Cylinder head, Valve cover, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 9.


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
See figure 7.
Second stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m


Screws 10 – 11	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Fourth stage	130°130°130°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	Wait 10 seconds.
Fourth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	190°190°190°

expand_moreDrive plate

expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Third stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine block closure screws


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage	360° detach
Third stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Fourth stage	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Fifth stage	75°75°75°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 8. Engine block, Main bearing, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 8.
Fourth stage	180° detach.
Fifth stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Sixth stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Seventh stage	140°140°140°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 24


Second stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Eighth stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 25


Third stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Ninth stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	50°50°50°

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	75°75°75°


Locking screws	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	75°75°75°


Locking screws	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Crankshaft sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Exhaust gas temperature sensor	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Glow plugs	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreConnecting strut between the subframe and the front structure


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines


On the engine block	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Stud screws	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


All other modifications	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)


On chassis	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
On engine bracket	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m


Extension cross support on subframe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreOn chassis


Front	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreRear


First stage	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


At the crossmember	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
On chassis	46.47 lbf⋅ft46.47 lbf⋅ft63 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)


At the turbocharger	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


Stud screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Nuts	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreOn exhaust manifold


Stud screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


Stud screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Nuts	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)


M10	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket

expand_more1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)


At the subframe	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


1.6 EcoBoost with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 148 HP engine (2013.2–)	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Ford gasoline straight-4 1.6 L JQGA engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2020 Ford Transit Connect Van 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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