Ford Fusion: Front End Body Panels / Hood. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Open hood.
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On both sides.
Index-mark the hood hinge location to aid in hood installation.
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NOTE:
An assistant is necessary for the support and removal of the hood.
Remove the nuts and the hood.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the pin-type retainers and the hood insulation.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the pin-type retainers and the hood pad assembly.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Check the hood alignment. Align the hood as necessary.
Refer to: Hood Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) shown, RH (right-hand) similar.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A)
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Remove the nuts...
Removal
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.
NOTE:
Engine removed for clarity.
Overview
Remove the hood and prop rod...
Other information:
Touch the climate button on the
touchscreen to access your climate control
features.
Note: You can switch temperature units
between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
Accessing the Climate Control Menu
Touch the button to access
additional controls for the front
climate system...
WARNING: Always ride and drive
with your seatback upright and properly
fasten your seatbelt. Fit the lap portion
of the seatbelt snugly and low across
the hips. Position the shoulder portion of
the seatbelt across your chest. Pregnant
women must follow this practice...