Ford Ranger 3 USA (1998-2012) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Ford Ranger 3 USA 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 Ranger 3 USA

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil drain plug 28 21
  • 2.3L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 12 9
  • 2.3L Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 48 35
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Drain plug 24 18
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Wheels Wheel nuts 135 100
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  • Production years: 1998 - 2012
  • Generation: 3
  • Type of van: pickup
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Mazda B-Series

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil drain plug 28 21
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 25 18
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter adapter bolts 25 18
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil pressure switch Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) 15 11
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil dipstick Oil level indicator tube bolt 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil feeder Oil squirters 4 3
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump assembly bolts 10 7 Stage 1
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump assembly bolts 20 15 Stage 2
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump chain tensioner bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump pickup tube and screen bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump sprocket bolt 25 18
  • 2.3L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting caps bolts 29 21 Stage 1
  • 2.3L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 5 4 Stage 1
  • 2.3L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 15 11 Stage 2
  • 2.3L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 45 33 Stage 3
  • 2.3L Engine
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Cylinder head Engine ground cable to Cylinder head stud bolt 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 12 9
  • 2.3L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 18 13
  • 2.3L Engine
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Throttle body Throttle Body (TB) bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Throttle body Throttle Body (TB) shield bolts 8 6
  • 2.3L Engine
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Throttle body Accelerator control splash shield bolts 3 2
  • 2.3L Engine
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Engine block Crankcase vent oil separator bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Engine block Cylinder block coolant drain plug 55 41
  • 2.3L Engine
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Engine block Transmission to Cylinder block bolts 48 35
  • 2.3L Engine
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Engine block Block heater 40 30
  • 2.3L Engine
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Engine mounts Motor mount bolts 49 36
  • 2.3L Engine
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Engine mounts Front cover bolts 10 7 Stage 1, Bolts 8mm
  • 2.3L Engine
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Engine mounts Front cover bolts 25 18 Stage 2, Bolt 10mm
  • 2.3L Engine
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Engine mounts Front cover bolts 48 35 Stage 3, Bolts 13mm
  • 2.3L Engine
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Sensor Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor bolts 7 5
  • 2.3L Engine
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Sensor Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor bolts 7 5
  • 2.3L Engine
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Sensor Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor 12 9
  • 2.3L Engine
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Sensor Knock Sensor (KS) bolt 20 15
  • 2.3L Engine
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Alternator Generator bolts 25 18
  • 2.3L Engine
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Alternator Generator B+ terminal nut 8 6 Early build
  • 2.3L Engine
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Alternator Generator B+ terminal nut 17 13
  • 2.3L Engine
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Starter Starter wiring harness bolt 24 18
  • 2.3L Engine
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Starter Starter motor solenoid B-terminal nut 12 9
  • 2.3L Engine
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Starter Starter motor S-terminal nut 5 4
  • 2.3L Engine
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Battery Battery cable engine bracket bolt 12 9
  • 2.3L Engine
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Battery Ground strap bolt 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Battery Ignition coil bolts 6 4
  • 2.3L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolts 72 53
  • 2.3L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 7 5 Stage 2
  • 2.3L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 16 12 Stage 3
  • 2.3L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 100 74 Stage 1
  • 2.3L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft rear seal retainer plate bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Crankshaft Main bearing beam bolts 5 4 Stage 1
  • 2.3L Engine
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Crankshaft Main bearing beam bolts 25 18 Stage 2
  • 2.3L Engine
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Common rail Fuel rail bolts 25 18
  • 2.3L Engine
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Water pump Coolant pump bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Water pump Coolant pump pulley bolts 20 15
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Coolant outlet pipe bolts - front 25 18
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Coolant outlet pipe bolts - rear 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Coolant tube nuts 20 15
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Cooling fan clutch to Cooling fan pulley 55 41
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Cooling fan shroud to Radiator bolts 7 5
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Electric cooling fan bracket to Shroud bolts 8 6
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Electric cooling fan to Shroud bolts 8 6
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Cooling fan to Clutch bolts 9 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Draincock 2 1
  • 2.3L Engine
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Radiator Radiator to Radiator support bolts 7 5
  • 2.3L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C manifold tube bolt 20 15
  • 2.3L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt tensioner bolt 50 37
  • 2.3L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt idler pulley bolt 25 18
  • 2.3L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain guide bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain tensioner bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover 48 35
  • 2.3L Engine
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Valve cover Valve cover bolts and stud bolts 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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PCM PCM harness ground cable stud bolt 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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PCM PCM harness retainer nut 4 3
  • 2.3L Engine
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Fuel system Fuel pressure relief valve 8 6
  • 2.3L Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Rear differential fill plug 20 15
  • 2.3L Engine
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Wheel hub assembly Front wheel hub nut 34 25 Stage 1
  • 2.3L Engine
  • 2WD
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Wheel hub assembly Front wheel hub bolts 115 85
  • 2.3L Engine
  • 4WD
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Wheel hub assembly Front wheel axle nut 220 162
  • 2.3L Engine
  • 4WD
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 50 37 Stage 1
  • 2.3L Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 80 59 Stage 2
  • 2.3L Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 112 83 Stage 3
  • 2.3L Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexplate inspection cover 27 20
  • 2.3L Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Oil pan bolts 48 35
  • 2.3L Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission cooler tube bracket 48 35
  • 2.3L Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission pan 16 12
  • 2.3L Engine
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Transmission mount/case Engine to Transmission bolts 48 35
  • 2.3L Engine
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount to Crossmember nuts 99 73
  • 2.3L Engine
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Transmission mount/case Bell housing bolts 48 35
  • 2.3L Engine
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Transmission adapter Transmission bracket to Transmission bolts 90 66
  • 2.3L Engine
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Torque converter Torque converter to Flywheel nuts 35 26
  • 2.3L Engine
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Torque converter Flexplate to Converter 48 35
  • 2.3L Engine
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Torque converter Torque converter drain 20 15
  • 2.3L Engine
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Front outer tie rod 50 37
  • 2.3L Engine
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Tie rod end Front inner tie rod 100 74
  • 2.3L Engine
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Steering rack Steering box bolts 88 65
  • 2.3L Engine
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Steering wheel Steering wheel bolt 41 30
  • 2.3L Engine
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Power steering Power Steering Pressure (PSP) tube nut 20 15
  • 2.3L Engine
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Power steering Power steering pump bolts 23 17
  • 2.3L Engine
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold to Cylinder head nuts 54 40
  • 2.3L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold to Cylinder head studs 17 13
  • 2.3L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust downpipe to Exhaust manifold nuts 40 30
  • 2.3L Engine
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EGR EGR outlet tube to Cylinder head fitting 55 41
  • 2.3L Engine
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EGR EGR outlet tube to Intake manifold flange bolts 18 13
  • 2.3L Engine
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EGR EGR tube support bracket bolt 10 7
  • 2.3L Engine
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EGR EGR valve bolts 20 15
  • 2.3L Engine
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EGR Exhaust manifold to EGR valve tube fitting 55 41
  • 2.3L Engine
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EGR EGR valve coolant hose bracket nut 20 15
  • 2.3L Engine
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Muffler Exhaust downpipe to Muffler and tail pipe assembly bolts 40 30
  • 2.3L Engine
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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
Shock absorbers/shocks Front lower shock bolt 24 18
  • 2.3L Engine
  • 2WD
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front lower shock bolt 80 59
  • 2.3L Engine
  • 4WD
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front upper shock bolt 30 22
  • 2.3L Engine
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock lower nut 61 45
  • 2.3L Engine
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock upper nut 27 20
  • 2.3L Engine
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Stabilizer bar Front swaybar bracket bolts 50 37
  • 2.3L Engine
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar bracket 48 35
  • 2.3L Engine
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front swaybar endlinks 11 8
  • 2.3L Engine
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Rear stabilizer endlinks 34 25
  • 2.3L Engine
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Control arm Front lower arm to Frame bolts 163 120
  • 2.3L Engine
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Control arm Front upper arm to Frame bolts 136 100
  • 2.3L Engine
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint 133 98
  • 2.3L Engine
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Ball joint Front upper ball joint 56 41
  • 2.3L Engine
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general torque settings

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

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