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 Vehicle speed sensor bolt 11 8 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Sensor Vehicle speed sensor bolt 13 10 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Starter Starter bolts 20 15 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Starter Starter bolts 47 35 Maximum torque
  • Manual 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 Oil pan to Transmission bolts 38 28 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan to Transmission bolts 51 38 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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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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Transmission fluid pan Fill plug 40 30 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fill plug 58 43 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission bolts 50 37 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission bolts 68 50 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount bolts 87 64 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount bolts 110 81 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount nuts 87 64 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount nuts 110 81 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Engine to Transmission bolts 50 37 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Engine to Transmission bolts 68 50 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Reverse idler shaft bolt 79 58 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Reverse idler shaft bolt 117 86 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Gearshift lever bolt 27 20 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Gearshift lever bolt 40 30 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Inner gearshift lever boot bolts 10 7 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Inner gearshift lever boot bolts 14 10 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Outer gearshift lever boot screws 5 4 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Outer gearshift lever boot screws 9 7 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Gear selector interlock bolts 8 6 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Gear selector interlock bolts 10 7 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear driveshaft bolts 88 65 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear driveshaft bolts 119 88 Maximum torque
  • Manual 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 pipe nuts 34 25 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe nuts 46 34 Maximum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe bracket nuts 34 25 Minimum torque
  • Manual Transmission
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe bracket nuts 46 34 Maximum torque
  • Manual 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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