Ford F150 10 (1997-2004) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Ford F150 10 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 F150 10

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheel hub assembly Front axle hub nut 255 188 Minimum torque
  • 4WD
  • Torsion Bar
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Wheel hub assembly Front axle hub nut 345 254 Maximum torque
  • 4WD
  • Torsion Bar
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 40 30 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 58 43 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 77 57 Minimum torque
  • 2WD
  • Coil Spring
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 103 76 Maximum torque
  • 2WD
  • Coil Spring
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 77 57 Minimum torque
  • 4WD
  • Torsion Bar
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Tie rod end Front tie rod end nut 103 76 Maximum torque
  • 4WD
  • Torsion Bar
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Disc brake Front disc caliper bolt 28 21 Minimum torque
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Disc brake Front disc caliper bolt 36 27 Maximum torque
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Disc brake Rear disc caliper bolt 27 20
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 135 100 12mm
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 203 150 14mm
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link end 21 15 Minimum torque
  • 2WD
  • Coil Spring
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link end 29 21 Maximum torque
  • 2WD
  • Coil Spring
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link end 21 15 Minimum torque
  • 4WD
  • Torsion Bar
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link end 29 21 Maximum torque
  • 4WD
  • Torsion Bar
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  • Production years: 1997 - 2004
  • Generation: 10
  • Type of van: pickup
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Ford Lobo Ford F-250 Ford F150 Heritage

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Sensor Output shaft speed sensor bolt 9 7
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Radiator Cooler line fitting to Radiator 27 20
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Flywheel/Flex plate Flexplate inspection cover bolts 34 25
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission pan 15 11
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission pan drain plug 25 18
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fluid filler tube 11 8
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Cooler line case fitting 30 22 Front CBV
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Cooler line case fitting 37 27 Rear CBV
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Cooler line fitting to Case fitting 20 15 Front CBV
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Cooler line fitting to Case fitting 24 18 Rear CBV
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fluid cooler tube to Cooler line case fitting 27 20
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 48 35
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission heat shield 15 11
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Front cooler line case fitting to Transmission case 30 22
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Rear cooler line case fitting to Transmission case 37 27
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manual valve detent lever spring 10 7
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manual valve detent lever inner nut 47 35
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter to Flexplate nut 35 26
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter drain plug 12 9
  • 4R100 Automatic Transmission
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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

general torque settings

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

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