Ford Taurus 5 (2008-2009) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: December 02, 2023

By IFCAR - Own work, Public Domain

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Ford Taurus 5 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 Taurus 5

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Disc brake Rear brake caliper bolts 29 21
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Wheels Wheel nuts 133 98
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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: 2008 - 2009
  • Generation: 5
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Ford Five Hundred

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

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
Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock to Lower control arm bolts 110 81
  • FWD
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber lower bolt 110 81
  • FWD
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Control arm Rear lower arm to Wheel knuckle bolt 110 81
  • FWD
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Control arm Rear upper arm to Wheel knuckle bolt 110 81
  • FWD
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Taurus 5

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