Ford Fusion: Engine System - General Information / Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance. General Procedures

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance. General Procedures

Check

NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.

NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within specifications to check the connecting rod bearing journal clearance.
Remove the connecting rod bearing cap and connecting rod bearing.

Position a piece of Plastigage across the bearing surface.

Ford Fusion. Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance. General Procedures

NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft during this step.
Install and tighten to specifications, then remove the connecting rod bearing cap.

Measure the Plastigage to get the connecting rod bearing journal clearance. The Plastigage should be smooth and flat. A changing width indicates a tapered or damaged connecting rod or connecting rod bearing.

Bearing Inspection. General Procedures

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Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal Clearance. General Procedures

Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance...

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Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Owners Manual: Lighting Control

Lamps off. Parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Headlamps. Headlamp High Beam Push the lever away from you to switch the high beam on. Push the lever forward again or pull the lever toward you to switch the high beams off...

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Owners Manual: Pre-Collision Assist (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: You are responsible for controlling your vehicle at all times. The system is designed to be an aid and does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with due care and attention. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death...

Adjusting the Steering Wheel

WARNING: Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position.

Ford Fusion. Adjusting the Steering Wheel

Unlock the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.