Ford Fusion: Body Closures / Rear Door Check Arm. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH shown, RH similar.
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Remove the rear check arm bolt.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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Remove the rear door trim panel.
Refer to: Rear Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the electrical connector, remove the bolts and the speaker.
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Remove the rear door check cover.
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Remove the rear door check arm nuts.
Torque:
106 lb.in (12 Nm)
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Remove the rear door check arm assembly.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.
Remove the front door.
Refer to: Front Door (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Door Lift
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the check arm bolt...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
300-OTC1585AEPowertrain Lift
Tie Rod End Remover
Wooden Block
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Threadlock 262TA-26
WSK-M2G351-A6
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
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governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs
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indicator is on or the bulb does
not work, your vehicle may need
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