Ford Fusion: Suspension System - General Information / Rear Toe Adjustment. General Procedures
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Do not use any tools or equipment to move the wheel and tire
assembly or suspension components while checking for relative movement.
Suspension damage may occur. The use of tools or equipment will also
create relative movement that may not exist when using hand force.
Relative movement must be measured using hand force only.
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Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instructions, check the rear toe setting on both sides.
Use the General Equipment: Wheel Alignment System
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Turn the component Counterclockwise (CCW) through 2 complete turns.
Torque:
129 lb.ft (175 Nm)
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NOTE:
If equipped with Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
System, camera alignment is required for the lane keeping alert and lane
keeping aid to function correctly.
Connect the scan tool and perform the IPMA camera alignment procedure. Follow the scan tool directions.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface.
Steering wheel in straight ahead position...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
PCM
2
Message center display
3
LH upper steering wheel switch
4
ABS module
5
PSCM
6
OCSM
7
IPC
8
BCM
9
Door ajar switches
10
Parking brake switch
11
Brake fluid level switch
12
GWM
13
Washer fluid level switch
14
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Inspection
NOTE:
Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to clean the pistons or damage can occur.
Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) pin bosses,
(3) skirts and the (4) tops of the pistons. If wear marks, scores or
glazing is found on the piston skirt, check for a bent or twisted
connecting rod.
NOTE:
Make sure the oil ring hol..