Ford Fusion: Exterior Trim and Ornamentation / Rocker Panel Moulding. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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NOTICE:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, REFER to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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Remove the retainers.
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Remove the rocker panel moulding.
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Release the clips along the side of the rocker panel moulding.
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Slide rocker panel downward and remove.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may include installation details.
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, REFER to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information...
Other information:
Choosing the Right Fuel
Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
Some fuel stations, particularly those in
high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87. The use of these fuels
could result in engine damage that will not
be covered by the vehicle warranty.
For best..
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).
Remove and discard the nuts.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
Position aside the muffler and tailpipe.
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