Ford Falcon 6 (1998-2008) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
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
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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To make sure these are the correct tightening torque values, you can use the data below to verify this is the right 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

drivetrain torque settings

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

steering torque settings

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

exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Muffler Intermediate muffler outlet pipe to Rear muffler inlet pipe nuts 35 26
  • BA Model
  • 6 Cylinder Engines
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Catalytic converter Catalyst assembly inlet pipe to Manifold nuts 25 18
  • BA Model
  • 6 Cylinder Engines
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Catalytic converter Catalyst assembly outlet pipe to Intermediate muffler assembly inlet pipe bolts 35 26
  • BA Model
  • 6 Cylinder Engines
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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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