Ford Fusion: Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System / Frame Assembly - Overview. Description and Operation
Overview
The front subframe is bolted to the body and is used to:
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aid in structural support.
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provide mounting surfaces for the steering gear.
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provide mounting surfaces for the front suspension lower
control arms, the transmission roll restrictor and for the front
stabilizer bar.
The rear subframe is bolted to the body and is used to:
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aid in structural support.
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provide mounting surfaces for the rear suspension lower arms and upper arms.
For body dimension specifications,
Refer to: Specifications (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, Specifications).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
300-OTC1585AEPowertrain Lift
Tie Rod End Remover
Wooden Block
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Threadlock 262TA-26
WSK-M2G351-A6
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Information Display Control
See Information Displays.
Heated Steering Wheel (IF
EQUIPPED)
Switch the heated steering wheel on and
off using the touchscreen.
Touch the button to switch the
heated steering wheel on and
off.
Note: You can use the heated steering
wheel only when the engine is running...
Acceptable Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH)
Noise is any undesirable sound, usually unpleasant in nature. Vibration
is any motion, shaking or trembling, that can be felt or seen when an
object moves back and forth or up and down. Harshness is a ride quality
issue where the vehicle's response to the road transmits sharply to the
customer...