Ford E-150 1997, Owner'S Manual

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On vehicles equipped with dual
rear wheels retighten the wheel
lug nuts to the specified torque at
160 km (100 miles), and again at
800 km (500 miles) of new vehicle
operation and at intervals specified
in the “Service Guide.”
On vehicles equipped with single
rear wheels retighten the lug nuts
to the specified torque at 800 km
(500 miles) of operation after any
wheel change or any time the lug
nuts are loosened.
Model Bolt Size Wheel Lug nut Torque*
N
•
M Ft-Lb
E-150 1/2-20 135 100
E-250, E-350
and E-Super
Duty 9/16-18 190 140
* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and
rust. Do not use oil or grease on threads. Use only Ford recommened
replacement fasteners.
JUMP STARTING YOUR
VEHICLE
The gases around the
battery can explode if
exposed to flames, sparks, or lit
cigarettes. An explosion could
result in injury or vehicle
damage.
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Roadside emergencies
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