Ford Fusion: Front End Sheet Metal Repairs / Front Side Member Extension. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.
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Remove the underbody shields.
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Remove the front crossmember.
Refer to: Front Crossmember (501-27 Front End Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the fasteners and side member extension.
Installation
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.
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NOTE:
Install and hand tighten all fasteners before tightening to specification.
Install the side member extension and fasteners.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (47 Nm)
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Install the front crossmember.
Refer to: Front Crossmember (501-27 Front End Sheet Metal Repairs, Removal and Installation).
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Install the underbody shields.
Removal
Remove the underbody shields.
Remove the fasteners and the front crossmember.
Installation
NOTE:
Install and hand tighten all fasteners before tightening to specification...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Hot Air Gun
Air Body Saw
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Materials
Name
Specification
Metal Bonding AdhesiveTA-1, TA-1-B, 3M™ 08115, LORD Fusor® 108B
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Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM
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Removal
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Other information:
Check
NOTE:
If there is a concern with one of the following components
and Bezel Diagnostics cannot be accessed, obtain the module part number
by referencing the label attached to the module.
Inoperative ACM
Inoperative (blank or does not power on) display unit (non-touchscreen display or touchscreen display)
Inoperative FCIM or radio control panel
Inoperative steering w..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Open the luggage compartment lid.
Position aside the luggage compartment lid pull handle cover.
Remove the trim cover.
Remove the screws and the luggage compartment pull han..