Free Torque Specs

Ford Escort Mk4 1.1 (1986-1989)

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Engine code: GSG

37 kW (50hp) 5000 rpm

Component Torque (Nm)
Cylinder head Stage 1 10-15 Nm
Cylinder head Stage 2 40-50 Nm
Cylinder head Stage 3 80-90 Nm
Wait 20 minutes
Cylinder head Stage 4 100-110 Nm
Main bearings Stage 1 44 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2 88-102 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 1 16 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2 29-36 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block 16-20 Nm
Sump bolts Stage 1: 7 NmStage 2: 10 NmRun engine for 15 minutesStage 3: 10 Nm
Sump drain bolt 21-28 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate 64-70 Nm
Clutch pressure plate 25-34 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt 54-59 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear 16-20 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover 4-5 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head 16-20 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head 21-25 Nm
Spark plugs 14-20 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) 50-66 Nm
Back plate to hub (Rear) 45-55 Nm
Road wheels 70-100 Nm

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