Free Torque Specs

Ford Escort 1.6 Turbo (1986-1990)

Engine code: LNA/B

97 kW (132hp) 6000 rpm

Component Torque Notes
Cylinder head 25 Nm → 55 Nm → 90° → 90° Renew bolts
Main bearings Stage 1: 45 Nm, Stage 2: 90-100 Nm Do not renew bolts/nuts
Big end bearings Stage 1: 15 Nm, Stage 2: 30-36 Nm Do not renew bolts/nuts
Oil pump to cylinder block 8-11 Nm
Sump bolts 5-8 Nm
Sump drain bolt 21-28 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate 82-92 Nm
Clutch pressure plate 25-34 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt 100-115 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear 54-59 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover 6-8 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head 16-20 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head 14-17 Nm
Spark plugs 17-33 Nm
Front hub 205-235 Nm
Rear hub Tighten to 20-25 Nm whilst rotating hub anti-clockwise. Slacken off 180°, then retighten finger tight. Fit nut retainer, split pin and grease cap. Refit road wheel and ensure that a slight amount of free play can be felt.
Steering track rod end 25-30 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front: 45-55 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front: 50-61 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear: 45-55 Nm
Road wheels 70-100 Nm

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