torque FORD WINDSTAR 1997 1.G Owners Manual

Introduction
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Wheel lug nuts must be retightened to proper torque
specifications at 500 miles/800 km of new vehicle operation.
Proper torque specifications are provided in this guide. Also
retighten to proper torque specifications at 500 miles/800 km
after any wheel change or any other time the wheel lug nuts
have been loosened.
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Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends.See
Engine oil recommendationsin the Index. Do not use special
ªbreak-inº oils.
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Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control
Module that limits engine and/or vehicle speeds with a cut-out
mode to promote durability.
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Roadside Emergencies
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7-1/2 pica art:0040176-A
Lug nut tightening sequence
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The lug nuts should be tightened to 83-113 ft-lb (113-153 Nm).
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Replace the wheel cover by pressing it into place. If you
have the standard wheel covers, you must align the notch in
the wheel cover with the tire's valve stem and align the
recess in the back of the wheel cover with one of the lug
nuts. If you have the optional aluminum wheel, press the
center wheel cap into place after matching up the design of
the wheel cap to the wheel.
[ER11300(ALL)01/96]14.
Replace the jack in the storage compartment and make sure
the jack is securely fastened.
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[ER11400(ALL)01/96]15.
Store the flat tire under the vehicle just as you would store
the spare tire. Refer to the section onStowing the Spare Tire
in this chapter.
[ER11500(ALL)01/96]16.
Unblock the wheels.
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Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles
(800 km) of operation, after any wheel change, or any time the
lug nuts are loosened.
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