Ford Fusion: Starting System - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4 / Auto-Start-Stop Deactivation Switch. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Open the floor console armrest.
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Remove the center trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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NOTE:
RH side shown, LH side similar.
Both sides.
Release the clips and remove the floor console finish panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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NOTE:
RH side shown, LH side similar.
Both sides.
Release the clips, push pin and remove the floor console side trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Release the clips and remove the lower center instrument panel storage bin.
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Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Release the clips, remove the screws and the floor console upper trim panel.
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Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Release the tabs and remove the auto-start-stop deactivation switch.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Inspection
Refer to: Starter Motor (303-06A Starting System - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).
Check the wear patterns on the starter drive gear and
the flywheel or flexplate ring gear...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Strap Wrench
Oil Drain Equipment
Materials
Name
Specification
Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 - Synthetic Blend Motor OilXO-5W20-Q1SP
WSS-M2C945-B1
Removal
WARNING:
Always disconnect the battery ground cable at the battery
before disconnecting the starter motor battery terminal lead...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the rear bumper cover.
Refer to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the rear parking aid sensor harness from the rear bumper cover reinforcement...
Removal
NOTE:
When removing any turbocharger air intake system components,
make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the
system. The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the
smallest particles. All components need to be inspected and cleaned
prior to installation or reassembly...