CAPACITY
Fluid capacity is about 1.6 pts. (.76L) on Escort, Tempo, Topaz and Tracer. On all other models, fluid capacity is about 2.5 pts. (1.2L).
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|---|
| Bracket-To-Engine Bolts | 30-45 (41-61) |
| Outlet Fitting | 25-39 (34-53) |
| Pivot Bolt | 30-45 (41-61) |
| Pressure Hose Nut-To-Pump | 10-15 (14-20) |
| Pump-To-Bracket Bolt | 30-45 (41-61) |
| Quick-Connect Fitting | 20-25 (27-34) |
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (PUMP)
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Mount Nut | 49-70 (66-95) | |
| External Transfer Tubes | 15-25 (20-34) | |
| Gear-To-Crossmember Mounting Bolt Nut | ||
| Cougar & Thunderbird | 100-144 (136-195) | |
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 40-55 (55-75) | |
| Mark VII & Mustang | 30-40 (41-55) | |
| Sable & Taurus | 85-100 (115-135) | |
| Intermediate Shaft-To-Steering Column | 15-25 (20-34) | |
| Intermediate Shaft-To-Steering Gear Bolt | 30-38 (41-51) | |
| Pinion Bearing Cap | ||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 35-45 (47-61) | |
| All Others | 40-50 (55-68) | |
| Pinion Bearing Lock Nut | ||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 20-35 (27-47) | |
| All Others | 30-40 (41-55) | |
| Pressure Line Fitting (At Gear) | 15-25 (20-34) | |
| Pressure Line Fitting (At Pump) | 10-15 (14-20) | |
| Pressure Line Fitting (At Power Cylinder) | ||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 12-17 (16-23) | |
| All Others | 22-28 (30-38) | |
| Return Line Fitting (At Gear) | 15-25 (20-34) | |
| Steering Flex Coupling Bolt | 20-30 (27-41) | |
| Tie Rod Ball Socket Assembly-To-Rack | 55-65 (75-88) | |
| Tie Rod End-To-Spindle Arm Nut | 35-47 (47-63) | |
| Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Jam Nut | ||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 42-50 (57-68) | |
| All Others | 35-50 (47-68) | |
| Wheel Lug Nut | 85-105 (115-142) | |
| Yoke Plug Lock Nut | ||
| Escort, Tempo, Topaz & Tracer | 40-50 (54-68) | |
| All Others | 44-66 (60-89) | |
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | ||
| Boot Clamp Screw | 20-30 (2.3-3.4) | |
| Weather Boot-To-Dash Panel | 48-60 (5.4-6.8) | |
| Yoke Plug | (1) 45-50 (5.1-5.7) | |
| (1) For complete tightening procedures, see RACK YOKE PLUG CLEARANCE under ADJUSTMENTS. | ||
| (1) | For complete tightening procedures, see RACK YOKE PLUG CLEARANCE under ADJUSTMENTS. |
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (RACK & PINION)