Ford Fusion: Front Suspension / Front Strut and Spring Assembly. Disassembly and Assembly
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
DISASSEMBLY
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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NOTE:
Typical strut and spring assembly shown.
Compress the coil spring enough to relieve the tension on the strut assembly.
Use the General Equipment: Spring Compressor
Use the General Equipment: Vise
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NOTE:
Note the position of the components before removal.
NOTE:
Do not use an impact wrench on the strut rod nut.
Remove and discard the strut rod nut.
ASSEMBLY
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To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
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Make sure that the lower spring seat is properly installed.
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Allign the spring in the lower spring seat.
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NOTE:
Make sure the strut bearing tabs are aligned before compressing the spring.
Align the strut bearing tabs.
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NOTE:
Typical strut and spring assembly shown.
Install the new strut rod nut.
Use the General Equipment: Spring Compressor
Use the General Equipment: Vise
Torque:
41 lb.ft (55 Nm)
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hydraulic Press
Removal
Remove the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete
the backup power supply. Ignition must remain OFF until repair is
complete. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious
personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.
If a SRS fault is present, con..
Activation
Phase 1 - Leak Verification
Run the EVAP Test with the scan tool.
NOTE:
Some small leaks may not be detected using the EVAP Test. If the system has passed the test but a leak is still suspected, then proceed to Phase 2.
If the EVAP system failed the EVAP Test, then proceed to Phase 2.
Phase 2 - System Leak Check
Disconnect the fuel vapor tube-t..