2004 Mercury Grand Marquis Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 159

Roadside Emergencies 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 12. Remove the jack and fully 1 tighten the lug nuts in the order shown. Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this 3 4 chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification. 13. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. 5 2 14. Turn on the air suspension switch (if equipped). Wheel lug nut torque specifications Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. N•m 1⁄2 x 20 100 136 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control. JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. 159 Bolt size 2004 Grand Marquis (grn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)