2020-2024 Ford Escape Shift Cable Torque Specs

2.5L I4 PHEV

Applies to 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Ford Escape

Labor Time:1.6 hours

Torque Values (24 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Adjustment Nut	10	7	—
Adjustment Nut	10	7	—
Cable Bracket Bolts	15	11	—
Cable Bracket Bolts	15	11	—
Cover Screws	11	8	—
Cover Screws	11	8	—
⚠️ Drain Plug	34	25	Use new washer
Drain Plug	34	25	Use new washer
⚠️ Fill Plug	34	25	—
Fill Plug	34	25	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	61	45	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	61	45	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
Mounting Bolts	61	45	—
Mounting Bolts	61	45	—
Pan Bolts	16	12	Torque in sequence
⚠️ Pan Bolts	16	12	—
Pan Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Pan Bolts	16	12	Torque in sequence
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—

The primary torque specification for shift cable on a 2020-2024 Ford Escape is 10 Nm (7 lb-ft).

There are 24 torque specifications for shift cable on the 2020-2024 Ford Escape 2.5L I4 PHEV, covering all related fasteners and components.