Ford Falcon 6 (1998-2008) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay Engineer with a degree in mechanical engineering
Updated: November 26, 2023

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Ford Falcon 6 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for Ford Falcon 6

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 14 10
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter 16 12
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 18 13
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Differential Drain plug 30 22
  • BA Model
  • Full Floating Axle
  • Independent Rear Suspension (IRS)
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Differential Drain plug 30 22
  • BA Model
  • Beam Axle
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper bolts 103 76
  • BA Model
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  • Production years: 1998 - 2008
  • Generation: 6
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Ford Fairmont FTE TE50 FTE TS50

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 14 10
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 2 1 Stage 1
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 20 15 Stage 2
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter 16 12
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter adapter bolts 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 14 10
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil dipstick Oil level indicator tube bolt 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump screen and pickup tube bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump screen and pickup tube spacer 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod caps bolts 43 32 Stage 1
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 40 30
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 18 13
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Throttle body Throttle body spacer to Intake manifold bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Motor mount to Cylinder block bolts 63 46
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Motor mount through bolt 200 148
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Motor mount nut 103 76
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine front cover fasteners 25 18 Stage 1, Fasteners 1 through 5
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine front cover fasteners 48 35 Stage 2, Fasteners 6 and 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine front cover fasteners 48 35 Stage 3, Fasteners 8 through 15
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Sensor Knock sensor 20 15
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Sensor Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor bolt 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Sensor Camshaft position (CMP) sensor bolt 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Sensor Cylinder head temperature sensor (CHT) 26 19
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Alternator Generator upper mounting bracket bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Alternator Generator lower mounting bolts 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Battery Ignition coil 6 4
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing caps bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Crankshaft Vertical main bearing cap fasteners 40 30
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Crankshaft Main bearing cap side bolts 30 22
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 90 66 Stage 1
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 50 37 Stage 3
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Water pump Coolant pump bolts 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Water pump Coolant pump pulley bolts 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain hydraulic tensioner bolts 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain guide bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Drive belt idler pulley bolt 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Valve cover Valve cover bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Fuel system Fuel injection supply manifold bracket bolts 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Transmission fluid pan Transmission cooler line bracket nut 10 7
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 48 35
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Torque converter Torque converter to Flexplate nuts 35 26
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Power steering Power steering pump bolts 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Power steering Power steering reservoir bracket bolts 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Power steering Power steering reservoir bracket nut 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold studs 12 9
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold to Y-pipe nuts 40 30
  • BA Model
  • 5.4L Engine
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Falcon 6

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