2008-2012 Ford Escape Battery Test Torque Specs

3.0L V6 Duratec

Applies to 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Ford Escape

Labor Time:0.2 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Air Box Clips	5	4	—
Air Box Clips	5	4	—
Battery Hold-Down Bolt	11	8	Do not overtighten
Battery Hold-Down Bolt	11	8	Do not overtighten
⚠️ Battery Terminal Bolts	7	5	Clean terminals
Battery Terminal Bolts	7	5	Clean terminals
Cover Screws	11	8	—
Cover Screws	11	8	—
⚠️ Ground Cable Bolt	14	11	—
Ground Cable Bolt	14	11	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	140	103	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	140	103	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for battery test on a 2008-2012 Ford Escape is 5 Nm (4 lb-ft).

There are 16 torque specifications for battery test on the 2008-2012 Ford Escape 3.0L V6 Duratec, covering all related fasteners and components.