2006 Ford Transit Flatbed and Chassis Third generation (MK6) Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Brake anchor plate | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Axle codes: E, F, H, J, K, L, and R | 313.46 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Rear axle brake line | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle wheel brake cylinder | 11.8 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle wheel speed sensor | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle leaf spring front | 165.95 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Rear axle leaf spring rear | 84.82 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| On chassis | 110.63 lbf⋅ft |
| On rear axle | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. See figure 1. | |
| Second stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 55.32 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Fifth stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
| Sixth stage | 110.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Seventh stage | 129.07 lbf⋅ft |
| With air suspension | 129.07 lbf⋅ft |
| With air suspension | 165.95 lbf⋅ft |
| On rear axle | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer | 75.97 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Stabilizer bar, rear axle on frame | 75.97 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Steering knuckle | 98.1 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | Hand-tighten nuts. |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Second stage | Turn wheel hub by 5 turns. |
| Third stage | 147.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Turn wheel hub counterclockwise when torqueing the wheel hub. | |
| Fourth stage | Turn wheel hub by 5 turns. |
| Fifth stage | 221.27 lbf⋅ft |
| Turn wheel hub counterclockwise when torqueing the wheel hub. | |
| Fifth stage | 331.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Turn wheel hub counterclockwise when torqueing the wheel hub. | |
| First stage | Hand-tighten nuts. |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Second stage | Turn wheel hub by 5 turns. |
| Third stage | 147.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Turn wheel hub counterclockwise when torqueing the wheel hub. | |
| Fourth stage | Turn wheel hub by 5 turns. |
| Fifth stage | 221.27 lbf⋅ft |
| Turn wheel hub counterclockwise when torqueing the wheel hub. | |
| Fifth stage | 331.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Turn wheel hub counterclockwise when torqueing the wheel hub. | |
| First stage | 62.69 lbf⋅ft |
| At the same time, rotate wheel hub. | |
| Second stage | loosen 120° |
| Third stage | 55.32 lbf⋅ft |
| Check and if necessary set the wheel bearing play using a measurement gauge. | |
| Axle codes: E, F, H, J, K, L, and R | 313.46 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Wheel attachment | 147.51 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2006 Ford Transit Flatbed and Chassis 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Doing basic service for your 2006 Ford Transit Flatbed and Chassis you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2006 Ford Transit Flatbed and Chassis generations
In 2006 Ford offered 2 generations of the Transit Flatbed and Chassis. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.