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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Punch
Copper Hammer
Removal
NOTE:
The max articulation of any CV is 10 degrees. The max articulation of any U-joint is 12 degrees. If the CV or any U-joint of the driveshaft is articulated further then the max allowable degrees damage may occur...
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) shown, RH (right-hand) similar.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A)
.
Remove the nuts.
Remove the screws.
Remove the screws...