1999-2002 Mercury Cougar Engine R&R Torque Specs

2.5L V6

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

Labor Time:10 hours

Torque Values (20 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ AC Compressor Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Alternator Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Engine Mount-to-Block Bolts	65	48	—
⚠️ Engine Mount-to-Frame Bolts	75	55	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Power Steering Pump Bolts	25	18	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—

The primary torque specification for engine r&r on a 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar is 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

There are 20 torque specifications for engine r&r on the 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar 2.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.