Ford Fusion: Rear Suspension / Rear Stabilizer Bar Link. Removal and Installation

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual / Chassis / Suspension / Rear Suspension / Rear Stabilizer Bar Link. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).

NOTICE: Do not use power tools to remove or install the stabilizer bar link nuts. Damage to the stabilizer bar link ball joints and boots may occur.

NOTICE: Make sure that the ball joint ball does not rotate.
- Remove and discard the rear stabilizer link nuts and remove the rear stabilizer link.
  Torque: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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Adjusting the Steering Wheel

WARNING: Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position.

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Unlock the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.