Ford Fusion: Front Suspension / Front Stabilizer Bar. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if
replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser
quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
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Remove the front subframe.
Refer to: Front Subframe - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS) (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).
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Remove and discard the front stabilizer bar bracket bolts and remove the front stabilizer bar.
Installation
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NOTICE:
Do not use any lubrication on the stabilizer bar or the bushings or damage to the bushings may occur.
NOTE:
Stabilizer bar bushings must be installed with slits facing the rear of the vehicle.
Replace the front stabilizer bar bushings.
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Install the new front stabilizer bar bracket bolts.
Torque:
122 lb.ft (165 Nm)
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Install the front subframe.
Refer to: Front Subframe - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS) (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
100-002
(TOOL-4201-C)
Holding Fixture with Dial Indicator Gauge
300-OTC1819E2,200# Floor Crane, Fold Away
303-103
(T74P-6375-A)
Holding Tool, FlywheelT74P-77000-ATKIT-2009TC-F
303-1097Locking Tool, Variable Camshaft Timing Oil Control UnitTKIT-2010B-FLMTKIT-2010B-ROW
303-1502Lifting Device EngineTKIT-2012A-FLTKIT-2012A-ROW
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Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Instant Gel AdhesiveTA-19-C
WSS-M2G401-B5
Repair
NOTE:
If re-adhering leather to the front side of the
steering wheel only, it will not be necessary to remove the steering
wheel. Steering wheel removal is necessary only when repairing loose
leather on the backside of the steering wheel.
If necessary, remove the steer..