Roadside emergencies – FORD 2004 Taurus v.1 User Manual

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10. Remove the jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown.

11. Return the flat tire, jack and lug
wrench to their proper storage
locations. Make sure the jack is
fastened so it does not rattle when
you drive.

12. Unblock the wheels.

Wheel lug nut torque specifications

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

Bolt size

Wheel lug nut torque*

Nm

Lb-ft

M12 x 1.5

115-142

85-105

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

1

4

3

2

5

2004 Taurus (tau)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English
(fus)

Roadside Emergencies

155

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