Stowing the wheel and jack, Wheel lug nut torque specifications, Lug nut torque – Lincoln 2008 MKZ User Manual

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Stowing the wheel and jack

1. Fully collapse the jack and place it back in the storage area in the
trunk.

2. Replace the jack retention bolt to secure the jack.

3. Place the tire in the storage bin in the trunk.

4. Replace the cover plate and bolt.
• When storing a flat road tire, flip the cover plate over and use the long

bolt.

• When storing the temporary spare tire, replace the cover plate and

use the short bolt.

5. Secure the bolt using the lug wrench.

6. Insert the lug wrench and bolt in the tool bag and place over the jack.

7. Replace the carpeted load floor panel.

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)
after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel
removal, etc.).

Bolt size

Wheel lug nut torque*

lb. ft.

N

m

M12 x 1.5

100

135

* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and
rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.

When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or
foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel

or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that
contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to
the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting
surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal
contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to
loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion,
resulting in loss of control.

2008 MKZ (378)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Roadside Emergencies

213

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