2012-2020 Ford Focus Tie Rod End - Outer Torque Specs

2.0L I4

Applies to 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 Ford Focus

Labor Time:0.8 hours

Torque Values (12 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Coupling Bolt	34	25	—
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings
⚠️ Rack Bolts	102	75	—
⚠️ Rack Mounting Bolts	102	75	—
⚠️ Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	—
⚠️ Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	54	40	New cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	54	40	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Lock Nut	68	50	After alignment
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	54	40	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—

The primary torque specification for tie rod end - outer on a 2012-2020 Ford Focus is 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).

There are 12 torque specifications for tie rod end - outer on the 2012-2020 Ford Focus 2.0L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.