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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley 35.4 lbf⋅ft
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Air-conditioning compressor 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Alternator 35.4 lbf⋅ft
Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreServo steering pump
On the engine block 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Vacuum pump 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
First stage 5.16 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure pump 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection hoses
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace injection line.
Second stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Reuse screws only 3 times.
Second stage 360°
expand_moreCharging
Turbo charger 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Turbocharger bracket 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Turbocharger oil feed line 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Turbocharger oil return line 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
On servo pump 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_moreScrews 1 – 22
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Screws 1 – 22.
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Screws 1 – 22.
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 1.
Third stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrews 23 – 24
Second stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Third stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Fifth stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Seventh stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Ninth stage 90°
Eleventh stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 18
Second stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Sixth stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Eighth stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Tenth stage 90°
Twelfth stage 90°
expand_moreRocker bridge
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 30°
Valve cover 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 27.29 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreFlywheel
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 55.32 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 45°
expand_moreMain bearing
Figure 2. Engine block, Main bearing.
Figure 2. Engine block, Main bearing.
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreVibration damper
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Reuse screws only 3 times.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreEngine control
Camshaft timing chain guide rail 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Camshaft timing chain tensioner 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Inlet camshaft wheel 24.34 lbf⋅ft
Outlet camshaft wheel 24.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover
Figure 3. Engine control, Timing case cover.
Figure 3. Engine control, Timing case cover.
Nuts 7.38 lbf⋅ft
See figure 3.
Screws 8.11 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil drain plug 28.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter housing
On the engine block 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Oil pump 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
expand_moreOil sump lower part
Figure 4. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Oil sump lower part.
Figure 4. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Oil sump lower part.
First stage Screw in new screw(s) hand-tight.
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 4.
Second stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump top part
First stage 5.16 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
Camshaft sensor 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
M6 5.16 lbf⋅ft
M8 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Glow plugs 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_moreM10
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 45°
expand_moreM12
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 45°
expand_moreEngine mounting
On chassis 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
On engine bracket 92.2 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreOn chassis
Front 129.07 lbf⋅ft
Rear 202.83 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTorque arm
At the subframe 98.1 lbf⋅ft
At the gearbox 110.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
Diesel particulate filter 35.4 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
Stud screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust manifold heat shields 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust pipe 31.72 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
Starter 25.81 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2026 Ford Transit Custom 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 Transit Custom Van 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 2026 Ford Transit Custom Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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