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:
Item
Description
1
Passenger side front impact severity sensor
2
Passenger side seat position sensor
3
OCS sensor
4
Passenger side C-pillar side impact sensor
5
RCM
6
Passenger front door side impact sensor
7
Driver side front impact severity sensor
8
PAD indicator
9
BECMB
10
Driver side seat position s..
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston
pin and 41 mm (1.61 in) down from the top of the piston at the point
indicated.
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