1999-2002 Mercury Cougar Steering Column Torque Specs

2.5L V6

Applies to 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2002 Mercury Cougar

Labor Time:3 hours

Torque Values (13 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Coupling Bolt	34	25	—
Cover Screws	11	8	—
⚠️ Ignition Switch Bolts	5	4	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Pinch Bolt	30	22	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	34	25	Use new O-rings
⚠️ Rack Bolts	102	75	—
⚠️ Rack Mounting Bolts	102	75	—
⚠️ Steering Column Bolts	30	22	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	54	40	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	54	40	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—

The primary torque specification for steering column on a 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar is 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).

There are 13 torque specifications for steering column on the 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar 2.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.