Ford Fusion: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Door Latch Lubrication. General Procedures
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Materials
Name |
Specification |
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A |
ESB-M1C93-B
|
Activation
NOTE:
Typical left front door shown, others similar.
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Open the door.
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Using a flat blade screwdriver, fully close the latch (2 clicks).
Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
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NOTICE:
Do not over-lubricate the latch. Using excessive grease may damage the internal lock motor.
Spray the multi-purpose grease into the opening on the door latch for approximately 5 seconds.
Material: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
/ XL-5-A
(ESB-M1C93-B)
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NOTE:
Some exterior door handles are operated mechanically
while other exterior door handles are operated electronically.
Open the latch using the exterior door handle.
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Open and close the door several times to circulate the lubricant inside the latch.
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Open the door.
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Wipe off any excess grease.
DTC Charts
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...
Programming
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
manual, refer to health and safety warnings in section 100-00 General
Information...
Other information:
General Service Warnings
Review carefully the information below before beginning
any repair. Following these warnings is a list of specific system
warnings that must be reviewed before beginning work on any listed
system.
WARNING:
Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and a
Telematics Control Unit (TCU) have remote start technology and may start
the engine at any t..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
Remove and discard the brake caliper spring.
NOTICE:
Do not pry in the caliper sight hole to retract the pistons as this can damage the pistons and boo..