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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
Brake anchor plate 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBrake drum
expand_moreWheel bearing in the brake drum nuts
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
expand_moreRear axle suspension
Rear axle leaf spring front 165.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Rear axle leaf spring rear 84.82 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
On chassis 110.63 lbf⋅ft
On rear axle 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle strap
Figure 1. Rear axle suspension, Rear axle strap.
Figure 1. Rear axle suspension, Rear axle strap.
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
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle Panhard rod diagonal trussing
With air suspension 129.07 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
With air suspension 165.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
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
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
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expand_moreCentral nuts
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.
expand_moreFlange diameter 44 mm central nuts
Fifth stage 221.27 lbf⋅ft
Turn wheel hub counterclockwise when torqueing the wheel hub.
expand_moreFlange diameter 51 mm central nuts
Fifth stage 331.9 lbf⋅ft
Turn wheel hub counterclockwise when torqueing the wheel hub.
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreNuts (axle code A, B, C, D, G, M, P, X, and Y)
First stage 62.69 lbf⋅ft
At the same time, rotate wheel hub.
Second stage loosen 120°
expand_moreNut with washer assembly (axle code A, B, C, D, G, M, P, X, and Y)
Third stage 55.32 lbf⋅ft
Check and if necessary set the wheel bearing play using a measurement gauge.
expand_moreNuts for the wheel bearing in brake drum
Axle codes: E, F, H, J, K, L, and R 313.46 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheels and tires
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 2000 Ford Transit 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 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 2000 Ford Transit Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2000 Ford Transit Van generations

In 2000 Ford offered 2 generations of the Transit Van. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Ford Transit Van Third generation (MK6) model years

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