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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Knife
Removal
NOTICE:
Under no circumstances should the accessory drive belt,
tensioner or pulleys be lubricated as potential damage to the belt
material and tensioner damping mechanism will occur...
Overview
The interior lighting system consists of:
Courtesy lamps
Demand lamps
Ambient lighting
The courtesy lamps subsystem consists of:
Interior lamps
Puddle lamps
Door ajar switches (integrated into the door latches)
Courtesy lamp switch (integrated into the front interior lamp)
DDM
PDM
BCM
The
courtesy lamps provide..