Ford Fusion: Maintenance / Opening and Closing the Hood
Opening the Hood

- Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
handle located under the left-hand
side of the instrument panel.
- Slightly lift the hood.
- Release the hood latch by pushing the
secondary release lever to your
left-hand side.

- Open the hood. Support the hood with
the strut.
Closing the Hood
- Remove the hood strut from the catch
and secure it correctly after use.
- Lower the hood and allow it to drop
under its own weight for the last 8-12
in (20-30 cm).
Note: Make sure that the hood is correctly
closed.
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale
value. There is a large network of
authorized dealers that are there to help
you with their professional servicing
expertise...
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check.
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check.
Engine oil dipstick...
Other information:
General Specifications
Item
Specification
1.5L EcoBoost - 150A (base)
Generator pulley ratio
2.42:1
Generator pulley replaceable
Yes
Generator pulley type
Overrunning Alternator Decoupler (OAD)
Rating
90 amps at 750 rpm (min) to 155 amps at 2,400 rpm (max)
Voltage regulator type..
Removal
Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe (303-12A Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation).
Remove the Throttle Body (TB) inlet pipe mounting bolt.
Loosen the Throttle Body (TB) inlet pipe clamp and then position the Throttle Body (TB) inlet pipe aside.
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