2008 Ford Transit Tourneo engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreOn engine bracket


With air-conditioning	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m


With air-conditioning	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Alternator	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Tensioning device for air-conditioning compressor auxiliary drive belt	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreInjection pump


High-pressure pump	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


M6 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8 screws	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps.

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fifth stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Seventh stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 18


Second stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Fourth stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Sixth stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Eighth stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreRocker bridge


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Reuse screws only 3 times.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Fourth stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreMain bearing


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Fourth stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft timing chain guide rail	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioner	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Inlet camshaft wheel	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft wheel	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Timing case cover	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Oil pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Second stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m


Oil sump top part	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
helically from the inside out

expand_moreEngine management


Crankshaft sensor	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Glow plugs	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreM10


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM12


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreEngine mounting


On chassis	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
On engine bracket	98.1 lbf⋅ft98.1 lbf⋅ft133 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


M14	129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
M16	221.27 lbf⋅ft221.27 lbf⋅ft300 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


At the subframe	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
At the gearbox	75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Exhaust manifold	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreStart system


Starter	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Ford Transit Tourneo 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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2008 Ford Transit Tourneo Second generation (MK2) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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