Ford Fusion: Front Suspension / Front Suspension - Overview. Description and Operation
Overview
The front suspension consists of the following components:
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Lower arms
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Stabilizer bar, bushings and links
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Strut and spring assemblies
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Wheel bearings
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Wheel hubs
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Wheel knuckles
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Wheel studs
Vehicles with Dynamic Suspension:
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Suspension height sensor
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Dynamically controlled strut and spring assemblies
Refer to: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension (204-05 Vehicle Dynamic Suspension)
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The
front suspension uses a MacPherson strut system. This suspension system
incorporates a strut assembly that takes the place of the upper arm and
ball joint. The strut performs the function of a shock absorber and is
encompassed by a coil spring. The strut and spring assembly carries the
sprung weight of the vehicle and is also the pivot point for the
steering knuckle. This system uses a lower control arm and ball joint
for the lower (unloaded) pivot point of the steering knuckle.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
204-161
(T97P-1175-A)
Installer, HalfshaftTKIT-1997-LM2TKIT-1997-F/FM2TKIT-1997-FLM2
205-D070
(D93P-1175-B)
Remover, Front Wheel Hub
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
WARNING: Switch the lamps and
the ignition off. Failure to follow this
warning could result in serious personal
injury.
WARNING: Bulbs can become hot.
Let the bulb cool down before removing
it. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury.
Use the correct specification bulb...
Choosing the Right Fuel
Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
Some fuel stations, particularly those in
high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87...