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 settings 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 8 6 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Sensor Output shaft speed sensor bolt 16 12 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Sensor Vehicle speed sensor bolt 11 8 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Sensor Vehicle speed sensor bolt 13 10 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Starter Starter bolts 22 16 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Starter Starter bolts 28 21 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Starter Starter battery cable 9 7 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Starter Starter battery cable 14 10 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Valve cover Valve body reinforcement plates 9 7 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Valve cover Valve body reinforcement plates 11 8 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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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 fluid pan bolts 12 9 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission fluid pan bolts 15 11 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission fluid filler tube bolt 18 13 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission fluid filler tube bolt 23 17 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fluid cooler tube to Tranmission fluid tube connector assembly 32 24
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fluid cooler line case fittings 24 18 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fluid cooler line case fittings 30 22 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Cooler tube nut to Case fitting 13 10 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Cooler tube nut to Case fitting 22 16 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission bolts 40 30 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission bolts 55 41 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount bolts 68 50 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount bolts 92 68 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount nuts 98 72 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount nuts 132 97 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Rear transmission crossmember bolts 87 64 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Rear transmission crossmember bolts 110 81 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manual control valve detent lever spring bolt 9 7 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Manual control valve detent lever spring bolt 11 8 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter nuts 34 25 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter nuts 46 34 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter TCC solenoid bolt 9 7 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter TCC solenoid bolt 11 8 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter drain plug 10 7
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Manual lever shaft inner nut 26 19 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Manual lever shaft inner nut 37 27 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Manual lever shaft outer nut 30 22 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Manual lever shaft outer nut 35 26 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Front driveshaft bolts 88 65 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Front driveshaft bolts 119 88 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear driveshaft bolts 88 65 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear driveshaft bolts 119 88 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W 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
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolts 34 25 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolts 46 34 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe bolts 34 25 Minimum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe bolts 46 34 Maximum torque
  • 4R70W Automatic Transmission
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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

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